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by mixer
Mon Jan 25, 2010 5:40 pm
Forum: Exterior
Topic: Making reverse light a fog light.
Replies: 24
Views: 11323

Re: Making reverse light a fog light. (DrunkenDixie)

I pulled my driver's side reverse light assembly, drilled a hole in the rear of the casing and installed a high intensity LED spot light assembly in ti. You can find these at http://www.oznium.com I wired mine to a switch, but from what I have been told by oznium the LED has such a small power draw ...
by mixer
Mon Jan 25, 2010 5:11 pm
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: Windshield Freezing on INTERIOR
Replies: 14
Views: 5500

Re: Windshield Freezing on INTERIOR (mhcgjl)

I found that my sunroof seal leaks a little which allows for water to collect on the black plastic tray. This tray is there for this reason. It directs the water to the drain tubes that are literally plumbed out of the vehicle. This collected water (ice in winter from thawing and freezing) also cont...
by mixer
Tue Nov 03, 2009 3:38 pm
Forum: Maintenance Bay
Topic: What did you do to your Vibe today?
Replies: 3701
Views: 6101960

Re: I de-badged and re-badged my 05!!!!! (ghostpuppy)

If you get a chance here is what I did to mine.http://forums.genvibe.com/zerothread?id=28381
by mixer
Thu Mar 19, 2009 4:17 pm
Forum: Interior
Topic: LED Beam Degree option
Replies: 2
Views: 945

Re: LED Beam Degree option (Wolfman213)

I have done some LED upgrades before and for what you are looking for I would say the 120 degree should work just fine. Just a note for you though. Check out http://www.oznium.com . I have used many LED's from this site with excellent results at great prices too. I am working on using the flexible s...
by mixer
Thu Mar 19, 2009 3:41 pm
Forum: Pontiac, GM SPO, & TRD Accessories
Topic: The rediculousness of GM
Replies: 29
Views: 19283

Re: The rediculousness of GM (Petrucci914)

I know this is an older post but I was bored at work and came across this.I found out the price difference between Toyota and GM real quick. Yes transmission fluid price is quite different between them, as is most parts. An example I found was the rear window wiper, GM $15, Toyota $1.50 and it's jus...
by mixer
Thu Jun 19, 2008 1:22 pm
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: 16mm Sound Projectors - Free
Replies: 2
Views: 695

Re: 16mm Sound Projectors - Free (jake75)

I would be interested in them for nostalgic reasons. I live in Zanesville, but it might not be until next week sometime before I can get up to Columbus, unless I could change a couple things around for Saturday/Sunday.
by mixer
Sat Jun 14, 2008 5:14 pm
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: I have a project Idea...Need Input
Replies: 5
Views: 1108

Re: (zionzr2)

If using your idea then I would say yes. I live in rural Ohio (Zanesville) so traffic isn't that heavy to where it wouldn't be worth all the effort to modify a system like this. I also run a CAI system on my 04 Vibe which I feel helps, moreso on the open road then in the city. Again, good luck.
by mixer
Sat Jun 14, 2008 10:33 am
Forum: Maintenance Bay
Topic: Poll - How many use Synthetic Oil or Regular Oil in their Vibe?
Replies: 178
Views: 124570

Re: Poll - How many use Synthetic Oil or Regular Oil in their Vibe? (Bdaz1)

Castrol Syntech full synthetic in my 2004 Vibe
by mixer
Sat Jun 14, 2008 10:32 am
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: I have a project Idea...Need Input
Replies: 5
Views: 1108

Re: I have a project Idea...Need Input (zionzr2)

Interesting idea, but I would have to say the savings would not be beneficial enough compaired to the safety issues as well as the potential damge to your vehicle. I have installed several remote starters on both manual and automatic transmission vehicles. There are ways to bypass neutral safety swi...
by mixer
Mon Jun 09, 2008 1:38 pm
Forum: Interior
Topic: Window Tint
Replies: 22
Views: 3709

Re: Window Tint (rsaxman)

I used to install window tint (Ohio). The safest, legally is 50% for the front doors, 35% for the rear for most states. Although with a grey or tan interior it may be possible to use 35% in the front 20% in the rear and get away with it. My opinion, 35% all the way around, or 20% on all rear glass a...
by mixer
Mon Jun 09, 2008 1:05 pm
Forum: Exterior
Topic: Anyone have a bra on their Vibe? Pictures please
Replies: 17
Views: 3569

Re: Anyone have a bra on their Vibe? Pictures please (mixer)

Another pic.

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by mixer
Mon Jun 09, 2008 1:04 pm
Forum: Exterior
Topic: Anyone have a bra on their Vibe? Pictures please
Replies: 17
Views: 3569

Re: Anyone have a bra on their Vibe? Pictures please (mixer)

Here is one pic.

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by mixer
Mon Jun 09, 2008 1:00 pm
Forum: Exterior
Topic: Vibe Bra- 2003 and 2004 the Same?
Replies: 15
Views: 2738

Re: Vibe Bra- 2003 and 2004 the Same? (sloth)

At the present time I have the plate in the front windshield. I wanted to wait until the bra stretched enough before cutting it. I finally have a day off Tuesday so I may cut it then. As far as the extra care needed with a bra, I already clean the car often anyway. I will take it off during the wint...
by mixer
Sun Jun 08, 2008 9:53 pm
Forum: Exterior
Topic: Vibe Bra- 2003 and 2004 the Same?
Replies: 15
Views: 2738

Re: Vibe Bra- 2003 and 2004 the Same? (mixer)

I couldn't get these all on one post, so here is another

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by mixer
Sun Jun 08, 2008 9:52 pm
Forum: Exterior
Topic: Vibe Bra- 2003 and 2004 the Same?
Replies: 15
Views: 2738

Re: Vibe Bra- 2003 and 2004 the Same? (mixer)

Another picture

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by mixer
Sun Jun 08, 2008 9:51 pm
Forum: Exterior
Topic: Vibe Bra- 2003 and 2004 the Same?
Replies: 15
Views: 2738

Re: Vibe Bra- 2003 and 2004 the Same? (Losthwy)

Here are the pictures of my 04 Vibe "SS"

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by mixer
Sun Jun 08, 2008 4:47 pm
Forum: Exterior
Topic: Anyone have a bra on their Vibe? Pictures please
Replies: 17
Views: 3569

Re: Anyone have a bra on their Vibe? Pictures please (st_pinetree)

I am cleaning my 04 Vibe today so I will get a couple of pics of it with the bra on it, for you.
by mixer
Sun Jun 08, 2008 4:42 pm
Forum: Exterior
Topic: Vibe Bra- 2003 and 2004 the Same?
Replies: 15
Views: 2738

Re: Vibe Bra- 2003 and 2004 the Same? (Losthwy)

I agree with the fact that bra's can mess up a car if the owner doesn't take them off at least once every two weeks. I have one on mine and I take it off once a week, religiously. I have an hour and a half, roundtrip drive to the academy through rural Ohio (farm country) so it is worth the extra wor...
by mixer
Sun Jun 08, 2008 4:28 pm
Forum: Washing, Waxing, Cleaning
Topic: Tried and True scratch fix
Replies: 7
Views: 2099

Re: Tried and True scratch fix (HawaiiPontiacLover)

Scratch out does work well and can also be used on the clear plastic over the gauges, and headlights. There are others that work well to from 3M and The Wax Shop.
by mixer
Sun Jun 08, 2008 4:15 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Recall Coming
Replies: 85
Views: 17010

Re: Recall Coming (tribalman)

Finally got mine done Thursday. Drivers side still makes a noise like the window is hitting something though.
by mixer
Tue Jun 03, 2008 3:40 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Recall Coming
Replies: 85
Views: 17010

Re: (04shadowvibe)

Glad to hear yours is fixed. I was just heading out the door for my appointment when the dealership called and said the parts didn't come in yet. So it is hard to tell when mine will get fixed. An hour isn't that bad either as far as a recall goes.
by mixer
Tue May 27, 2008 2:17 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Recall Coming
Replies: 85
Views: 17010

Re: (hskater26)

The dealership did set my appointment for this Friday since they didn't have the required parts. At least it will be fixed.
by mixer
Mon May 26, 2008 2:01 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Vibe insurance penalty?????
Replies: 34
Views: 4668

Re: Vibe insurance penalty????? (crashandburn)

I know exactly what you mean. I traded in a 99 VW Passat Turbo for my 04 Vibe. The salesman said your insurance will drop considerably since I was no longer in a "turbo vehicle". I called from the dealership and was told it would go up approx. $100-275 per year. Monthly it was $79(VW), now...
by mixer
Mon May 26, 2008 1:53 pm
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: My dog blew an ACL
Replies: 11
Views: 1664

Re: My dog blew an ACL (Sublimewind)

Best wishes to your pooch. I had a dog that was shot by an idiot in the spine. He managed to drag himself across the hayfield to my porch when my now ex-wife call me at work. I left and came straight home. He had to be put down. The deputy/K9 that came over was able to track the blood trail with his...
by mixer
Mon May 26, 2008 1:33 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Recall Coming
Replies: 85
Views: 17010

Re: (Houston)

LOL, I spoke to the shop manager. She acted like it was just a pending issue and not yet a recall. I will be calling Tuesday morning though, maybe even stop by there since the dealership isn't very far from me.
by mixer
Sun May 25, 2008 3:52 pm
Forum: Exterior
Topic: GM Upper Spoiler
Replies: 7
Views: 1684

Re: GM Upper Spoiler (WagonMafia)

Mine is silver if you are looking for that color. Be willing to trade for yours.
by mixer
Sun May 25, 2008 3:49 pm
Forum: Tech Info & Do-It-Yourself Info
Topic: DIY Spoiler Install??
Replies: 22
Views: 6622

Re: DIY Spoiler Install?? (kevera)

Hey Kev,I was bored here at work and reading some posts. I am interested in getting the top and bottom wing since the dealership backed out of the deal to get them when I bought the car. Can you send me a copy of your instructions for the top wing when you get time?Thanks
by mixer
Sun May 25, 2008 3:36 pm
Forum: Tech Info & Do-It-Yourself Info
Topic: My first two mods
Replies: 7
Views: 2016

Re: My first two mods (The Lox)

The local Toyota dealership here is great. They realize that there are Toyota parts on the Vibe. Now the Pontiac dealership is different. They want to charge a fortune for things. So it's back to Toyota. A example, rear wiper from GM $28, from Toyota $2.10 (refill). Spark plugs from GM $15 each (Iri...
by mixer
Sun May 25, 2008 1:03 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Recall Coming
Replies: 85
Views: 17010

Re: (Vibe_dude)

I just received my recall notice Saturday. Strange thing was that I had stopped by the dealership Friday and they said they had no confirmation that there was a recall at that time. I find that interesting how they did not know about it the day before I get it in the mail.
by mixer
Thu Apr 10, 2008 3:51 pm
Forum: Interior
Topic: Pics of My "Mods" (640 X 480 pictures)
Replies: 33
Views: 16909

Re: Pics of My "Mods" (johnsoax)

Excellent use of the ashtray. My Vibe came with one too. When I test drove the car they told me the previous owner was a smoker. I told them I wasn't interested in it then even though it was the only silver one they had. As I started walking back to my VW Passat the salesman ran over and said he wou...
by mixer
Thu Apr 10, 2008 3:30 pm
Forum: Exterior
Topic: Grill Painting
Replies: 5
Views: 1121

Re: Grill Painting (rsaxman)

I thought about painting mine silver to match my 04 Vibe, but leaving the top of the "honeycomb" edge black. But then again I have been tossing around modifying the lower grills to imitate an EVO look. That would mean cutting out the center and bottom part then finding the right grill scre...
by mixer
Thu Apr 10, 2008 3:23 pm
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: Alarms/anti-theft devices
Replies: 6
Views: 1142

Re: Alarms/anti-theft devices (blue_can)

I used to install Stellar alarms and Remote starters. So since I had a few left from the old days I installed the Stellar ST9900 in my Vibe. While any security system will help to deter most theives I would look for one that has a variety of features. Most alarms that have the option for power windo...
by mixer
Thu Apr 10, 2008 3:11 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Recall Coming
Replies: 85
Views: 17010

Re: Recall Coming (AZViking)

I called my local dealership and although they had heard about this through the internet, there has been no official notification sent to the dealerships. They did tell me to check back in 1 to 2 weeks and they would take care of it, providing GM sends them the official "go- ahead".
by mixer
Thu Apr 10, 2008 3:02 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: new member
Replies: 14
Views: 2211

Re: new member (atro2020)

Welcome to the group.
by mixer
Wed Apr 09, 2008 12:38 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Recall Coming
Replies: 85
Views: 17010

Re: (northvibe)

Salvaged title or not, if a recall is issued on your vehicle they have too honor it. Obviously you have had your vehicle repaired and inspected so there is no reason for them to even try to weasel out of the recal
by mixer
Mon Apr 07, 2008 3:01 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: New Member
Replies: 23
Views: 2559

Re: New Member (rsaxman)

Welcome
by mixer
Mon Apr 07, 2008 2:39 pm
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Any Battlestar Galactica Fans?
Replies: 42
Views: 6134

Re: Any Battlestar Galactica Fans? (BlueCrush)

I like it, although I grew up watching the original series. While the original now seems a bit funny now. Still like both versions.
by mixer
Mon Mar 31, 2008 5:05 pm
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: GPS Location
Replies: 27
Views: 5480

Re: GPS Location (kevera)

I checked out that proclip site Kev. I liked the ease of operation and install but didn't like the way it covered the vent and hazzard button. I have laid out a similar, but different design on my autocad program and have found a way to install the bracket to the right of the hazzard and rear defros...
by mixer
Mon Mar 31, 2008 4:54 pm
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: High School Reunions, who goes to them?
Replies: 15
Views: 2059

Re: High School Reunions, who goes to them? (ToolGuy)

My 25th HS reunion is in August or September of this year. I have never made it too on yet but I plan on going to this one.
by mixer
Sun Mar 16, 2008 4:03 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: A Question for an intake for the vibe. can someone help??
Replies: 23
Views: 3283

Re: A Question for an intake for the vibe. can someone help?? (mando7744)

Here is a look at all the components that are available for the system.

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by mixer
Sun Mar 16, 2008 3:47 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: A Question for an intake for the vibe. can someone help??
Replies: 23
Views: 3283

Re: A Question for an intake for the vibe. can someone help?? (mando7744)

My CAI is from Spectre. It is a modular system so you buy the pieces to make it fit or check the booklet for your vehicle. The Vibe isn't in it but the Matrix is. I bought the mock-up kit also and I will post a picture of all the pieces needed for the Vibe. This system is available through Autozone,...
by mixer
Sat Mar 15, 2008 6:35 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Poll: Who drives their Vibe alot?
Replies: 75
Views: 11173

Re: Poll: Who drives their Vibe alot? (NovaResource)

I have had my 2004 Vibe "SS" for a little over a year. It had 43,000 on it when I bought it. Now it has 54,000. I will be attending the police academy starting in April and calculated the seven month mileage at 6800 miles for school. That isn't counting my usuall driving to and from work a...
by mixer
Sat Mar 15, 2008 6:27 pm
Forum: Interior
Topic: Idea to mount stereo system to cargo area
Replies: 19
Views: 2543

Re: Idea to mount stereo system to cargo area (darcmater)

Here is a thought...I fabricated an inside mountain bike holder and used the track system to secure it using an allen head, stainless steel bolt into the sliding clip. Once it is tightened it is secure. In your case take the speakers out of the box, drill at least 4 to 6 holes in the bottom of the b...
by mixer
Sat Mar 15, 2008 6:11 pm
Forum: The Others
Topic: Name the 2009 Pontiac G8 Sport Truck
Replies: 33
Views: 7115

Re: Name the 2009 Pontiac G8 Sport Truck (mixer)

Here is another pic.

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by mixer
Sat Mar 15, 2008 6:10 pm
Forum: The Others
Topic: Name the 2009 Pontiac G8 Sport Truck
Replies: 33
Views: 7115

Re: Name the 2009 Pontiac G8 Sport Truck (joatmon)

This looks just like the Australian Holden Ute SS, Australia's version of the Chevy El Camino.

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by mixer
Fri Mar 14, 2008 5:54 pm
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: Power Window clunk of death/Exploding window. Fix/Theory
Replies: 16
Views: 6976

Re: (Vibe_dude)

This is all I can find on it.NHTSA Action Number: N/AN/A NHTSA Recall Campaign Number: PE07049 N/A Make: PONTIAC Model: VIBE Manufacturer : GENERAL MOTORS CORP. Year : 2004 Component : VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR Date Investigation Opened : September 27, ...
by mixer
Fri Mar 14, 2008 5:52 pm
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: Update on Window Problems
Replies: 33
Views: 10719

Re: Update on Window Problems (Kwkid87)

Here is the Technical Service Bulletin regarding the window problems.NHTSA Action Number: N/AN/A NHTSA Recall Campaign Number: PE07049 N/A Make: PONTIAC Model: VIBE Manufacturer : GENERAL MOTORS CORP. Year : 2004 Component : VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR Da...
by mixer
Sun Aug 26, 2007 10:39 am
Forum: US - Northeast
Topic: Ohio Vibe Rally 2007 - interest?
Replies: 239
Views: 69956

Re: (WaveAction)

I was right beside of you with the Vibe SS. LOL.
by mixer
Sun Aug 26, 2007 10:28 am
Forum: US - Northeast
Topic: Ohio Vibe Rally 2007 - interest?
Replies: 239
Views: 69956

Re: Re: (ColonelPanic)

Had a great ime talking to other Vibe owners. Wish I could have stayed for the after"party" but I had too much stuff I had to get done. I hope to make it next year.