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by silvrhawk7
Mon Jul 13, 2015 5:37 am
Forum: GenVibe Garage
Topic: 2006 Platinum Vibe RIP....
Replies: 5
Views: 1595

Re: 2006 Platinum Vibe RIP....

From your signature, this happened over six months ago? You must be really busy to not have informed us of this sooner. Well, there was a lot going on at the time, we just purchased our first house Christmas week (needed TLC) and moved in the same week. After the shock and awe wore off from the acc...
by silvrhawk7
Fri Jul 10, 2015 5:47 am
Forum: GenVibe Garage
Topic: 2006 Platinum Vibe RIP....
Replies: 5
Views: 1595

2006 Platinum Vibe RIP....

:cry: Well its been a long time since i was back here, however on the morning of January 8th 2015 on my way to work, I was rear-ended from a dead stop, the other vehicle was doing a considerable amount of speed when i was hit. At this time i can't really go into details as the case is still open or ...
by silvrhawk7
Thu Oct 06, 2011 11:57 pm
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: random hidden electrical sockets
Replies: 2
Views: 1388

Re: random hidden electrical sockets (cts_81)

Quote, originally posted by cts_81 » On the left hand side of the steering wheel under the mirror adjustment buttons there's 4 rectangular plastic covers. I pulled them off the other day and saw that there's an electrical adaptor for something in there. I also found one in the rear area behind the ...
by silvrhawk7
Tue Jun 29, 2010 5:00 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Sad, Dead Vibe
Replies: 23
Views: 4927

Re: Sad, Dead Vibe (Chromedome)

does this car have the automatic hatch release (Motor and Button??)
by silvrhawk7
Tue Jun 29, 2010 4:53 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Familys with Vibes
Replies: 25
Views: 6728

Re: Familys with Vibes (BrettZ)

We took mine from Florida, all the way to Conneticut 2 adults, and 2 little kids. It was slightly tight, but made great time, and fuel efficency was good as well. the seats do get uncomfortable after a while.We also packed this car to the gills as well.
by silvrhawk7
Thu Apr 01, 2010 9:37 pm
Forum: Latest News
Topic: Last day of NUMMI
Replies: 5
Views: 5202

Re: Last day of NUMMI (ClunkClunk)

Thank you NUMMI, My Vibe is still 69000+ Strong Best of Luck for the futureIn Memory of NUMMI 1984-2010
by silvrhawk7
Sat Mar 20, 2010 1:51 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: 1st gen Vibe recall for stalling?
Replies: 26
Views: 4569

Re: 1st gen Vibe recall for stalling? (ColonelPanic)

Quote, originally posted by ColonelPanic »A new front bumper doesn't translate into a second generation for me. Not a big enough change so I say there were only 2 gens of Vibes. Actually, there were changes to the "drive-by-wire" throttle system starting with the 05 standard models, the s...
by silvrhawk7
Sat Mar 20, 2010 1:48 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: 1st gen Vibe recall for stalling?
Replies: 26
Views: 4569

Re: 1st gen Vibe recall for stalling? (ColonelPanic)

Mine happened around 25,000 miles ago, the car started "jerking" into gear, and the check engine light came on.
by silvrhawk7
Sun Mar 14, 2010 3:10 am
Forum: Latest News
Topic: The Vibe Lives in the form of a Lexus?
Replies: 45
Views: 23577

Re: The Vibe Lives in the form of a Lexus? (jeffgtx)

Quote, originally posted by jeffgtx »the little sedan hybrid costs $45k decently loaded and gets the same mileage as a $14k corolla.this thing will be in the 40s and will neer pay for itself in gas savings despite the h in its name.Personally, after doing the research, Hybrids are definetly not for...
by silvrhawk7
Sun Mar 14, 2010 2:59 am
Forum: Latest News
Topic: The Vibe Lives in the form of a Lexus?
Replies: 45
Views: 23577

Re: The Vibe Lives in the form of a Lexus? (lovemyraffe)

Quote, originally posted by lovemyraffe »I'll disagree with this one. The new SRX is significantly larger than the Vibe/Matrix.The SRX is nothing more than a rebaged/pimped out GMC acadia / Chevy Traverse POS
by silvrhawk7
Sun Mar 14, 2010 2:49 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: transmission fluid prices
Replies: 6
Views: 1842

Re: transmission fluid prices (truepath)

Wow, why am i not surprised? Typical GM.Thanks for the heads up...
by silvrhawk7
Sun Mar 14, 2010 2:44 am
Forum: The Others
Topic: Aztek Dethroned as the World's UGLIEST vehicle!!
Replies: 42
Views: 8630

Re: Aztek Dethroned as the World's UGLIEST vehicle!! (06pvibe)

Quote, originally posted by 06pvibe »Now I don't know about you, but of the two I would rather have the Aztek... and I don't like Aztek's, but if it has to be ugly, at least it is more useful, not to mention a lot less $$$.I have to agree, and living down here, i see so many of these on the road, a...
by silvrhawk7
Sun Mar 14, 2010 2:36 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: NascarXprts Vibes grave...
Replies: 21
Views: 4505

Re: NascarXprts Vibes grave... (NascarXprt)

That sucks, so sorry for the loss....what are you looking for too replace it??
by silvrhawk7
Sun Mar 14, 2010 2:24 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: New Vibe owner and now it's wrecked
Replies: 70
Views: 14654

Re: New Vibe owner and now it's wrecked (Jharrison)

That does suck, makes my back bumper look lie a small scratch...My mothers Hyndai got smashed in a walmart lot in NC and she was parked. the rear left door was destroyed.
by silvrhawk7
Sun Aug 30, 2009 12:18 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Need help_CD is Ejected Right After Insertion
Replies: 8
Views: 2124

Re: (petervivian)

I was just in Miami a couple of weeks ago....IMO, if you can wing it, it may be time for an upgrade, I had a world of problems with the factory head after it was replaced by the dealer the first time. (Cooked CDs, skipping discs etc...)When that happened, i just decided to nip it and get what i real...
by silvrhawk7
Fri Aug 28, 2009 11:47 pm
Forum: The Others
Topic: Buick cancels crossover based on Saturn Vue
Replies: 18
Views: 3991

Re: (Whelan)

Quote, originally posted by Whelan »The Terrain has a 6 speed automatic tranny. The older Vibes had a 4 speed slushbox. Not sure about the new ones though.I'll take the SLT-2 packag in Merlot Red with rear entertainment and the 264hp V6 18/25mpg.Put your own rear entertainment system in, it will be...
by silvrhawk7
Fri Aug 28, 2009 11:38 pm
Forum: The Others
Topic: Chrsler eliminates lifetime powertrain warranty
Replies: 11
Views: 3260

Re: (lovemyraffe)

Quote, originally posted by lovemyraffe »Does it surprise anyone that they are eliminating the lifetime warranty?Doesnt suprise me... there were sooo many loopholes with that warranty, and the 7/70000 as well.
by silvrhawk7
Fri Aug 28, 2009 11:36 pm
Forum: The Others
Topic: VIBE VS. MUSTANG
Replies: 60
Views: 7716

Re: (ajflan)

Quote, originally posted by ajflan »Hey bud it was nothing against you being 16, it's just that most people that age don't have much money. I know that I sure didn't. Hell I don't have much now lol. Amen Brother........
by silvrhawk7
Fri Aug 28, 2009 11:31 pm
Forum: The Others
Topic: VIBE VS. MUSTANG
Replies: 60
Views: 7716

Re: (L5K)

Quote, originally posted by L5K »If you are dead set on doing this, you need to do it right. Go to a drag strip, with equipment and lights and timers and run it there. Doing this on the street is stupid and dangerous. Am I fair to guess you don't pay your own insurance, and didn't pay for the car y...
by silvrhawk7
Fri Aug 28, 2009 11:21 pm
Forum: The Others
Topic: Look what I'm getting!!!!
Replies: 18
Views: 5308

Re: Look what I'm getting!!!! (ou.grizzly)

Quote, originally posted by ou.grizzly »Knight Rider Kitt? I say do the nose like the KITT...Everything else could wait...
by silvrhawk7
Fri Aug 28, 2009 10:35 pm
Forum: Latest News
Topic: The End Of NUMMI?
Replies: 19
Views: 7222

Original Signature from Kostby.....The Great NUMMI Massacre of 200935,000 CasualtiesEnvironmentalists, regulators, and bean-counters win.EVERYONE else loses. Actually i hear the Casualty count is in the 50,000 Range, IMO this sucks because if California doesnt watch it, it will soon become the next ...
by silvrhawk7
Thu Aug 20, 2009 10:14 am
Forum: The Others
Topic: Buick cancels crossover based on Saturn Vue
Replies: 18
Views: 3991

Re: (K-NINE)

Quote, originally posted by K-NINE »Buick should be cancelled. Bring back Pontiac. More like sell off Buick to the Chinese since they like it so much and then bring back pontiac, and NUMMI...
by silvrhawk7
Thu Aug 20, 2009 10:12 am
Forum: The Others
Topic: Buick cancels crossover based on Saturn Vue
Replies: 18
Views: 3991

Re: Buick cancels crossover based on Saturn Vue (jake75)

Quote, originally posted by jake75 »Question is, can Buick and their dealers survive with only vehicles having premium characteristics? The article states "Buick, much like GMC, is slated to get vehicle designs that are similar to those that will be sold under other GM brands. Buick will get a...
by silvrhawk7
Wed Aug 19, 2009 9:55 am
Forum: The Others
Topic: Adv Age Article of 8-17-09 - GM still has too many brands
Replies: 12
Views: 3356

Re: (jake75)

Quote, originally posted by jake75 »I had a 1978 Chevette 4 dr hatchback. Automatic, but no a/c. I liked that car. My son totaled it in 1985. Then I bought a used 1984 Chevette 4 dr HB AT with a/c, - paid $4,300. I had to get rid of it a year later it was so bad. I got $2,700 in trade (real money -...
by silvrhawk7
Tue Aug 18, 2009 10:56 am
Forum: The Others
Topic: Adv Age Article of 8-17-09 - GM still has too many brands
Replies: 12
Views: 3356

Re: (Old Tele man)

Quote, originally posted by Old Tele man »...maybe Ford could resurrect the EDSEL and Chevy could resurrect the CORVAIR?Naah not the Corvair, More like the Chevette...Oh wait isnt that the Current Aveo??? GM's Answer to the econobox....
by silvrhawk7
Tue Aug 18, 2009 10:49 am
Forum: The Others
Topic: cash for clunker casualty
Replies: 16
Views: 3570

Re: (K-NINE)

Quote, originally posted by K-NINE »Another successful federal subsidized program. When will we ever learn? Next to socialist healthcare......Were on a roll
by silvrhawk7
Tue Aug 18, 2009 10:48 am
Forum: The Others
Topic: cash for clunker casualty
Replies: 16
Views: 3570

Now, im not an environmentalist here but someone on here said now you have issues with those engines that cannot be recycled and will rot in a landfill or junkyard, last time i checked that was an issue with the environment....
by silvrhawk7
Tue Aug 18, 2009 10:19 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Last Vibe currently being built
Replies: 50
Views: 8859

Re: (kostby)

This is a sad day... I love how GM Just cut-the-cord on this, why would GM continue to make something that could have benifitted them, and kept their customers happy. Hey kostby, i still liked your signature from before....Let us not forget the 5,000+ victims of the great NUMMI massacre of 2009....
by silvrhawk7
Mon Aug 17, 2009 11:19 am
Forum: The Others
Topic: autocide - how to disable a cash for clunkers car
Replies: 8
Views: 2669

Re: (kostby)

Quote, originally posted by kostby »What a complete waste of taxpayer money! Maybe we should start paying $4500 to get old BUREAUCRATS out of Congress instead of crushing old cars.Amen to that...Here is our government at work... Were taking the clunkers off of the roads to save gas and the environm...
by silvrhawk7
Sat Aug 15, 2009 11:22 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: New to the forum and recent Vibe recipient.
Replies: 2
Views: 984

Re: New to the forum and recent Vibe recipient. (Daren)

Welcome to Genvibe Post some pics, my 06 is mostly still stock...
by silvrhawk7
Sat Aug 15, 2009 11:18 pm
Forum: The Others
Topic: Ford Transit Connect
Replies: 20
Views: 5728

Re: Ford Transit Connect (waveresponder)

Almost looks like a sprinter, from the pics you could almost fit a gurney in there, maybe take a toolbox/bench out..Do you get reimbursed for installing the service equipment/graphics??
by silvrhawk7
Sat Aug 15, 2009 11:13 pm
Forum: The Others
Topic: cash for clunker casualty
Replies: 16
Views: 3570

Re: cash for clunker casualty (bodhi_tree777)

especially in the next couple of videos where they tell you how they eliminate the clunker... they take the oil out an put the glass compound in the engine that kills it before it goes to the junkyard (they did this to a mercedes as well) personally i think its kind of ridiculous considering the eng...
by silvrhawk7
Fri Jul 31, 2009 4:49 am
Forum: For Sale/Wanted
Topic: Get Your Used Vibe and Matrix Parts Here!!!!!
Replies: 17
Views: 16305

Re: Get Your Used Vibe and Matrix Parts Here!!!!! (kittyboop)

Quote, originally posted by kittyboop »I will have to check this out! I am thinking of putting power door locks on my car.same here....kitty, did you get to accomplish this??
by silvrhawk7
Fri Jul 31, 2009 4:41 am
Forum: The Others
Topic: Nissan Electric - Remind you of anyone?
Replies: 10
Views: 2503

Re: Nissan Electric - Remind you of anyone? (Tubaryan12)

Quote, originally posted by Tubaryan12 »it makes more sense to me to buy a used Prius. http://www.cars.com/go/search/...=trueThat even includes the dead or half dead battery replacement as well
by silvrhawk7
Thu Jul 30, 2009 5:38 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Vibe 2010 final sale
Replies: 24
Views: 5387

Re: (BahamaTodd)

Quote, originally posted by BahamaTodd »Chevy has the HHR for that segment. The Orlando is much larger than the Vibe.Yes it is larger, however less legroom, and no storage unless the seats are down (God i will miss the Vibe) Will Toyota still make the matrix??
by silvrhawk7
Thu Jul 30, 2009 5:05 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Thank you GVC
Replies: 6
Views: 1196

Re: Thank you GVC (rAERRK)

Quote, originally posted by rAERRK »makes sense though, being that vibes either arent very popular, or the average owner isnt interested in an online community.They are popular down here, however the community is mostly 50+ and dont do car forums....
by silvrhawk7
Wed Jul 22, 2009 1:09 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: n00b with an 09 GT
Replies: 20
Views: 3553

Re: n00b with an 09 GT (BahamaTodd)

Sweet......Another South Floridian.... Were kinda far and few in-between...
by silvrhawk7
Tue Jul 21, 2009 4:53 am
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: Putting a sub into a non-Monsoon Vibe?
Replies: 21
Views: 8071

Re: (Sublimewind)

Quote, originally posted by Sublimewind »Well, the stock "look" is fine, but stock gear just isn't up to snuff.. Again duster and I aren't trying to build you a boomer.. But again, having better than stock is easy and possibly CHEAPER than if you were to piece together the stock parts.. I...
by silvrhawk7
Mon Jul 20, 2009 11:07 pm
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: my horn seems to have died, need help troubleshooting
Replies: 10
Views: 3921

Re: my horn seems to have died, need help troubleshooting (cp_stunna_2011)

Quote, originally posted by cp_stunna_2011 »yes, my horn died, i dont know how, i checked the horn fuse and its not blown, has anyone else suffered this same tragedy? Any help or ideas would be nice.as the others have said, check the components, however if it is the horn a quick fix would be advanc...
by silvrhawk7
Mon Jul 20, 2009 10:29 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: ARGHHH! I can't find my new Vibe
Replies: 20
Views: 4171

Re: ARGHHH! I can't find my new Vibe (beemerphile1)

Quote, originally posted by beemerphile1 »Well, i saw my new Vibe today and made a deal on it. I bought the loaner car that I found. It has 2,600 miles and the interior is spotless. The paint has a couple of scratches in the bumper that the body shop will repaint.2009 base Navy Blue1.8LPreferred gr...
by silvrhawk7
Mon Jul 20, 2009 9:57 pm
Forum: GenVibe Garage
Topic: 03 silver carbonwidow
Replies: 21
Views: 7634

Re: 03 silver carbonwidow (carbonwidow)

did you paint the rims or were you able to acquire them from somewhere?? I remember seeing some versions of the voltz with those type of rims.
by silvrhawk7
Mon Jul 20, 2009 1:33 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Stuck Odometer
Replies: 7
Views: 3281

Re: (2999992003Vibe)

Quote, originally posted by 2999992003Vibe »I agree that I should be able to find a shop that could reset it to zero, but I remember reading somewhere that they may have to apply a permanent decal or some indication of odometer tampering, consumer protection for resale reasons...They usually stick ...
by silvrhawk7
Fri Jul 17, 2009 11:44 pm
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: MP3s play out of order on disc
Replies: 1
Views: 779

Are there any numbers or symbols at the front of the filename? Those type of characters take presidence, you could always number the files in the sequence you want. I used to have that problem with my Clarion HU in my old s-10.
by silvrhawk7
Fri Jul 17, 2009 11:33 pm
Forum: The Others
Topic: Letter to the editor re GM experiences -
Replies: 15
Views: 4185

Thats like the time back in the late 80s when a friend of mine called GM to complain about the paint peeling on his car, due to the overbake issues. GM told him they were going to do nothing about it and he was welcome to sue them....Talk about screwed up, that wasnt the first time i had heard that ...
by silvrhawk7
Fri Jul 17, 2009 10:39 pm
Forum: GenVibe Garage
Topic: HighMileVibe - 2006 Base, silver, auto
Replies: 10
Views: 4567

Re: (HighMileVibe)

Thats a Niiice, Love the silver.....
by silvrhawk7
Fri Jul 17, 2009 10:35 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: ARGHHH! I can't find my new Vibe
Replies: 20
Views: 4171

Re: ARGHHH! I can't find my new Vibe (beemerphile1)

Check St. Clair Shores Auto...Heres the link as of 9:37 this AMhttp://www.stclairautomotive.c...14633This is where i bought my '06 from...
by silvrhawk7
Fri Jul 17, 2009 1:34 am
Forum: The Others
Topic: Pontiac G8 to survive as Chevy Impala!
Replies: 13
Views: 2909

Re: Pontiac G8 to survive as Chevy Impala! (michaelgt)

Its a shame he wasnt there when they cut Nummi out of the picture, since he keeps talking about fuel economy and such.....
by silvrhawk7
Fri Jul 17, 2009 1:11 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Front disc brakes "clunk"
Replies: 12
Views: 5135

Re: (Kamikaze)

this may not be relivent, however what are the outside temps when this happens?? I seem to get something similar to this the early am if it is cold or wet outside.....
by silvrhawk7
Thu Jul 16, 2009 10:03 pm
Forum: Latest News
Topic: GM may "kill" or sell Pontiac
Replies: 63
Views: 20482

Re: (scherry2)

Quote, originally posted by scherry2 »BULL SHIRT! all I see in the news is MANAGMENT pleading "we're broke" but have enough to by Delphi back out of bankruptsy (billions) while in bankruptsy. And now Toyota says "we might close NUMMI" why? because of pontiac? the lowest run vehi...