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by pmh013
Mon Jun 04, 2007 8:43 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: The great catalytic converter eater is no longer
Replies: 9
Views: 2978

Re: (MRCN RCE)

Quote, originally posted by MRCN RCE »congrats on the new ride did you ever find out why it was goin through so many cats??It was hungry. Nope, no idea. They replaced the PCM with the last cat hoping that was the problem. It will remain a mystery, and I'm OK with that.
by pmh013
Sun Jun 03, 2007 10:49 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: The great catalytic converter eater is no longer
Replies: 9
Views: 2978

Re: The great catalytic converter eater is no longer (Sunny)

2003 Satellite AWD Two Tone, traded off at 180,126 km
by pmh013
Sun Jun 03, 2007 10:47 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Vibe - is it practically for kids and dogs?
Replies: 25
Views: 4292

Re: (MRCN RCE)

If your kids are in rear-facing car seats, then no, you don't have enough room. If they're older and are forward-facing, then it's likely OK.
by pmh013
Sat Jun 02, 2007 12:53 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: The great catalytic converter eater is no longer
Replies: 9
Views: 2978

Re: The great catalytic converter eater is no longer (Vibe_dude)

Quote, originally posted by Vibe_dude »I can not figure what kind of maintance anyone woul dneed in 3 months.....that is such a scam.......the first 2 are good...free gas and payments.but maintance.....u would have to put 5 k kms a month on it to make it worth using.Its a scam as far as I am concer...
by pmh013
Fri Jun 01, 2007 7:26 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: The great catalytic converter eater is no longer
Replies: 9
Views: 2978

The great catalytic converter eater is no longer

I traded my Vibe off on Tuesday! It was getting to be just too small for me, my 6' tall HB, my son in a rear-facing car seat, my Graco Quattro stroller and any other stuff we needed to haul around. I knew I'd be trading it off soon, but Dodge's 0% financing and 3 for free (3 months free payments, 3 ...
by pmh013
Wed Apr 18, 2007 12:55 pm
Forum: Interior
Topic: ~ INFANT Baby Seat in MIDDLE ? ~
Replies: 21
Views: 6042

Re: (Atomb)

Quote, originally posted by Atomb »i assume you mean the forward facing car seat?For those, yes, there are only attachments on the back of the back seat for either side (not the middle) if my memory is correct.For rear facing seats, i believe you use the right 'bar' on the passenger side and the le...
by pmh013
Sat Feb 24, 2007 1:30 pm
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: All-wheel drive not working?!
Replies: 44
Views: 26439

Re: All-wheel drive not working?! (joatmon)

That rear differential is an expensive fix. I had mine replaced and I think it set me back ~CDN$3000. They can't just replace one part or the other, because the dealership can't align the gears the way the manufacturer can. So, it's a plug-and-play deal ... replace the whole shot or nothing at all
by pmh013
Sat Feb 10, 2007 11:30 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: I get shocked every time I exit the car
Replies: 25
Views: 6596

Re: (zionzr2)

Put a fabric softener sheet in the pocket of your jacket. Helps cut down on static a lot!
by pmh013
Sat Feb 10, 2007 11:22 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: I once was lost, but now am found
Replies: 3
Views: 886

I once was lost, but now am found

Uh yeah, so it's been about a hundred years. Sorry 'bout that.In the news, I had a baby boy. He's seven months old.He looks like me, lucky kid!As of a week ago, the Vibe is paid off. Woot! And, I'm looking to trade it off as soon as I go back to work in July (lucky Canadians get a year for maternity...
by pmh013
Sun Jul 02, 2006 11:20 am
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: How do you feel about the quality of your Vibe?
Replies: 131
Views: 36360

Re: (Mavrik)

O/T - Mavrik, how on earth do you have so few kilometers on your car? You should've swapped me on your way by ... I'd help you along on the odometer reading. I might even drive up to Alaska to swap back (especially in the GT!).I guess driving 60,000 km per year for the first 2 years was what did it ...
by pmh013
Sun Jul 02, 2006 11:03 am
Forum: The Others
Topic: VW is bringing back the Rabbit
Replies: 11
Views: 2229

Re: VW is bringing back the Rabbit (jake75)

My old Rabbit was a bit of a piece of crap, but it also wasn't well taken care of (and was 10 years old when I bought it). All that said, my HB's 1997 VW Jetta (while also approaching that 10 year mark) is starting to fall apart, but is more or less reliable. I know that VW is famous for electrical ...
by pmh013
Sat Jul 01, 2006 12:19 pm
Forum: The Others
Topic: VW is bringing back the Rabbit
Replies: 11
Views: 2229

VW is bringing back the Rabbit

(removed), I want one!!!My first car was a 1984 VW Rabbit. I loved that car with every ounce of my being. My stupid BF (at the time) crashed it twice, then I finally cooked the motor in it, so it had to go to the salvage yard.I have always said that if I had the chance, I'd buy one again, just to ha...
by pmh013
Fri Jun 30, 2006 12:35 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: The offical "Never introduced ourselves" thread
Replies: 39
Views: 5733

Re: (Mavrik)

I have no idea if I introduced myself or not.Let's see ... I was one of the first females on the board - it felt like it was just Sputnik & I for quite a while! I've been married for almost 2 years, and we're expecting our first baby any day now (official due date is somewhere between July 5 &am...
by pmh013
Thu Jun 29, 2006 11:30 am
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: catalytic converter again?
Replies: 43
Views: 10354

Re: catalytic converter again? (joatmon)

All the parts came in on Tuesday, and I had another new catalytic converter installed (this would be replacement #3) along with a new PCM today. I could tell within 10 feet that it was already running better.So, let's see if this catalytic converter makes it to 180,000 km. That's about where the war...
by pmh013
Mon Jun 26, 2006 1:23 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Odometer limit=299,999 !!!
Replies: 40
Views: 17301

Re: (olympic)

Quote, originally posted by olympic »Yep, that would have been my car, could have been me driving too!! We go down there every so often taking people to parties at the lake or into the reserve.Yeah, I totally missed the decals on the window, but we were headed back towards Hwy 47, and you were head...
by pmh013
Wed Jun 21, 2006 12:39 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Odometer limit=299,999 !!!
Replies: 40
Views: 17301

Re: (GMJAP)

Olympic, I posted about your taxi Vibe!!! I saw you out in the Crooked Lake area back in 2003 ... http://forums.genvibe.com/zerothread?id=4880Now I have proof that I wasn't going crazy.Anyway, I'm glad to see that you're kicking my (removed) in the mileage department. I can't believe that the car wo...
by pmh013
Wed Jun 21, 2006 12:30 am
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: catalytic converter, too!
Replies: 6
Views: 1663

Re: (marvelo)

You might be interested in reading about my catalytic converter saga. http://forums.genvibe.com/zero...age=1I think I finally have a happy ending.
by pmh013
Wed Jun 21, 2006 12:17 am
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: catalytic converter again?
Replies: 43
Views: 10354

Re: catalytic converter again? (pmh013)

WAHOO!!!First off, hugs and kisses to Gus @ Capital Pontiac. Gus, I know I've driven you around the bend over the last few years with this car, so I just wanted to know that I truly appreciate the fact that you not only were the only one that didn't think I was a nut job, but you actually figured ou...
by pmh013
Tue Jun 13, 2006 12:43 pm
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: catalytic converter again?
Replies: 43
Views: 10354

Re: catalytic converter again? (Boxgrover)

Quote, originally posted by Boxgrover »This has got me thinking. I have an 05 speed. I got the CC replaced around January because of the smell issue. But ever since then my gas mileage has been terrible (I keep track of each tank). But excessive gas consumption is the only symptom. Is a pressure te...
by pmh013
Tue Jun 13, 2006 10:30 am
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: catalytic converter again?
Replies: 43
Views: 10354

Re: catalytic converter again? (joatmon)

I've been around. Actually, now I'm just getting round, LOL.I had to pay for today's diagnostic ($100, grumble grumble grumble), but they're going after GM to cover the CC under goodwill warranty (again). Thank goodness the service manager still remembers my case ... they've got a new DSM (again), s...
by pmh013
Thu Jun 08, 2006 8:44 am
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: catalytic converter again?
Replies: 43
Views: 10354

Re: catalytic converter again? (ColonelPanic)

Well, who would've thought that I'd have to bring this thread back up again?My car is just past 155,000 km and the catalytic converter is definitely pooched again. I took it in to the dealership yesterday for it's 155K oil change, and since it had been sucking back gas like a hog and doing the upshi...
by pmh013
Wed Apr 05, 2006 10:21 pm
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Sprite Fido Puzzle
Replies: 6
Views: 2089

Re: Sprite Fido Puzzle (ZubenElGenubi)

Cool, thanks Zuben!
by pmh013
Wed Apr 05, 2006 5:24 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Sprite Fido Puzzle
Replies: 6
Views: 2089

Sprite Fido Puzzle

http://digicc.com/fido/I know we have a lot of math wizards on here, so anybody who has the time to figure out how this works, please share the secret.
by pmh013
Mon Feb 06, 2006 10:40 am
Forum: The Others
Topic: 1997 VW Jetta & Sirius satellite radio
Replies: 4
Views: 1171

Re: 1997 VW Jetta & Sirius satellite radio (GMJAP)

Yes, I found the VWvortex forums, and I'm getting some install tips there. Those guys are just as hard core as we are. I was hoping to not have to do a major antenna install (I want to be able to pull the receiver into the Vibe too!!), but I'll have to talk to some 18 year old nerd at Best Buy to co...
by pmh013
Mon Feb 06, 2006 7:23 am
Forum: The Others
Topic: 1997 VW Jetta & Sirius satellite radio
Replies: 4
Views: 1171

1997 VW Jetta & Sirius satellite radio

OK, I am researching getting Sirius for my husband. He drives a 97 Jetta. How do we hook up the Sirius receiver to his car? Is the FM modulator the only option?Note that I'm in Canada, so our hardware is a smidge different. This is the receiver I'm looking at.$99.99 at bestbuy.ca (and probably in-st...
by pmh013
Mon Jan 23, 2006 7:33 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Long time, eh!
Replies: 8
Views: 1195

Long time, eh!

So, I figured after posting one new thread, I should re-introduce myself!I've been around since the dark ages; my 2003 Vibe was one of the first 4100 off the assembly line (4076, IIRC). I had a boat-load of trouble with it, but I kept it because I was too poor to trade it off. Hmm, which is eerily r...
by pmh013
Mon Jan 23, 2006 7:30 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: So, GM, what are you trying to tell me?
Replies: 4
Views: 1075

So, GM, what are you trying to tell me?

I just got my "Committed Customer" $1000 GM Rewards Certificate in the mail today. Ha ha, I've also been "pre-approved" by GMAC to purchase or lease any new 2006 with an MSRP up to $45,000.Gee, GM, what are you trying to tell me? Your Vibe is OLD and it's time for a new car? And ...
by pmh013
Wed Oct 26, 2005 11:07 am
Forum: Tech Info & Do-It-Yourself Info
Topic: Head light bulb change, how?
Replies: 36
Views: 37600

Re: Head light bulb change, how? (Mavrik)

Sorry, to drag up an old post, but how hard can I pull on that rubber seal thing? Mine is pretty tight (and of course it's the bulb on the driver's side that's cooked). I don't want to wreck anything!
by pmh013
Sat Aug 20, 2005 11:27 am
Forum: Tech Info & Do-It-Yourself Info
Topic: 2003 - turn off passenger airbag
Replies: 5
Views: 2843

2003 - turn off passenger airbag

So, there's a dog food commercial on TV tonight. The one lady says that her dog is so special, he always gets the front seat. I commented to my husband that if her car has an airbag, she shouldn't put her dog in the front seat, since it could be injured. His reply was, "Turn off the airbag.&quo...
by pmh013
Tue Jul 26, 2005 10:52 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Strangest thing you've ever hauled in your Vibe.
Replies: 77
Views: 19654

Re: Strangest thing you've ever hauled in your Vibe. (redlava)

I don't know if it's STRANGE, but it sure was FULL!

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by pmh013
Fri Jul 15, 2005 12:40 pm
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: A tree fell on my house!
Replies: 6
Views: 1092

Re: A tree fell on my house! (joatmon)

Quote, originally posted by joatmon »think it will be dry enough by winter to use as firewood?I doubt it. Firstly, it generally takes a year. Secondly, I would never burn maple in my house fireplace/wood burning stove. My parents made that mistake once, and we paid dearly when we came home to a hou...
by pmh013
Fri Jul 15, 2005 12:34 pm
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: A tree fell on my house!
Replies: 6
Views: 1092

Re: A tree fell on my house! (silverawd26)

Yes, we have insurance. Surprising how many people ask that! You can't have a mortgage without proof of insurance, so yeah, we're definitely covered.The reason why the remaining maples don't look so great is because the big one (that fell over) was taking up all the light. We don't have a photo of i...
by pmh013
Fri Jul 15, 2005 12:11 pm
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: A tree fell on my house!
Replies: 6
Views: 1092

A tree fell on my house!

Thursday, July 14, at 12:30 am local time, the 40' maple tree in my front yard succumbed to high winds, and fell onto my house.Damage includes at least 2 rafters, wet insulation, roof sheathing, shingles, chimney and satellite dish, in addition to the gaping hole in my lawn.Clean up efforts will con...
by pmh013
Thu Jul 07, 2005 12:50 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Urethane vs Enamel
Replies: 1
Views: 496

Urethane vs Enamel

I need help! I'm working on a painting quotation for work (I'm not selling paint, obviously, or I would know the answer to this question), and I need to know what the differences are (if there are any) between these 2 products!Company A has quoted me on an "industrial marine enamel" from C...
by pmh013
Tue Jul 05, 2005 12:30 pm
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Debit card users: Always check your receipt!
Replies: 25
Views: 2934

Re: Debit card users: Always check your receipt! (silverawd26)

Quote, originally posted by silverawd26 »I went into the school book store about 2 weeks ago to buy some scan-trons for my final for my summer class and they are $.10 a peice, well I figured I would pick up 5 of them and I whipped out the CC, she cashier just gave me the dirtiest look and I said wh...
by pmh013
Mon Jul 04, 2005 8:26 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Debit card users: Always check your receipt!
Replies: 25
Views: 2934

Re: Debit card users: Always check your receipt! (ColonelPanic)

At my local WalMart, you need to register the till receipt that you received the cash back. Is that the policy at your store as well?
by pmh013
Fri Jul 01, 2005 7:44 am
Forum: Tech Info & Do-It-Yourself Info
Topic: rear dif fluid change on my AWD
Replies: 10
Views: 5151

Re: rear dif fluid change on my AWD (drunkenvibe)

Yes, you are supposed to change it. I never changed mine, and last week (at 135,000 km/84000 mi) I just replaced the entire rear differential due to bearing failure.http://forums.genvibe.com/zerothread?id=17080
by pmh013
Fri Jul 01, 2005 7:42 am
Forum: Maintenance Bay
Topic: What do you think your factory oil filter was put on with?
Replies: 35
Views: 10879

Re: (zionzr2)

I took mine to my local mechanic. That was nearly 3 years ago now!
by pmh013
Fri Jul 01, 2005 7:40 am
Forum: The Others
Topic: diesel Jeep Liberty
Replies: 17
Views: 3604

Re: diesel Jeep Liberty (cohocarl)

Towing ability is one thing, but you still have to have a certain amount of mass to the vehicle so that your trailer isn't being thrown around.For example, when I worked in the agriculture industry, I saw a few too many farmers towing hugs air seeders with their half ton truck. Sure it can pull it, ...
by pmh013
Thu Jun 30, 2005 12:27 pm
Forum: The Others
Topic: diesel Jeep Liberty
Replies: 17
Views: 3604

Re: diesel Jeep Liberty (silverawd26)

Quote, originally posted by silverawd26 »In Canada, do you folks get that 70/7000 deal? Chrysler is suppose to be ending that soon I hear. I can't find ANY warranty info on Chrysler's website.
by pmh013
Thu Jun 30, 2005 11:16 am
Forum: Tech Info & Do-It-Yourself Info
Topic: rear dif fluid change on my AWD
Replies: 10
Views: 5151

Re: rear dif fluid change on my AWD (drunkenvibe)

Drunken, why are you changing your rear diff fluid? Did I scare ya?
by pmh013
Thu Jun 30, 2005 11:10 am
Forum: The Others
Topic: diesel Jeep Liberty
Replies: 17
Views: 3604

Re: diesel Jeep Liberty (soldierguy)

In my part of Canada, diesel is consistently 5 to 10 cents per litre cheaper. Currently, gas is $0.959, and diesel is around $0.899. If a diesel means a lower cost of ownership, overall, I'd do it.
by pmh013
Wed Jun 29, 2005 11:56 am
Forum: The Others
Topic: diesel Jeep Liberty
Replies: 17
Views: 3604

Re: diesel Jeep Liberty (Altus)

Altus, thanks for the tip. $3200 beans, eh? Yeah, I'll probably never tow with the darn thing. I just want fuel efficiency and a bit of room.
by pmh013
Wed Jun 29, 2005 11:26 am
Forum: The Others
Topic: diesel Jeep Liberty
Replies: 17
Views: 3604

Re: diesel Jeep Liberty (pmh013)

OK, I think I've found it on the Canadian website. Not the easiest thing to navigate. Grr!
by pmh013
Wed Jun 29, 2005 11:24 am
Forum: The Others
Topic: diesel Jeep Liberty
Replies: 17
Views: 3604

Re: diesel Jeep Liberty (silverawd26)

Rob, thanks for the links. I shoulda known somebody would've posted already.The diesel isn't listed on the Canadian website. They're still touting the 2005, so I might have to wait a while to investigate pricing.I'm also skeptical about buying another first year vehicle. Yeah yeah, it's been in Euro...
by pmh013
Wed Jun 29, 2005 11:13 am
Forum: The Others
Topic: diesel Jeep Liberty
Replies: 17
Views: 3604

diesel Jeep Liberty

I was talking with our VP, who is a major Jeep fan (he drives a Cherokee, his wife a JGC). He tells me that Jeep is coming out with a diesel Libery for the 2006 MY. That sounds like something I'd be interested in ... I'm off to do research.In the mean time, any body else heard about this? Apparantly...
by pmh013
Wed Jun 29, 2005 10:58 am
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: Rear differential bearing failure
Replies: 19
Views: 15387

Re: Rear differential bearing failure (joatmon)

Quote, originally posted by joatmon »so does one of those parts they replaced include the gears that were damaged?Hmm, interesting question. But the answer is YES! The "carrier" is actually all the innards of the rear differential, which includes the gear thing-a-ma-jiggy.Yeah, my commute...
by pmh013
Wed Jun 29, 2005 8:50 am
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: Rear differential bearing failure
Replies: 19
Views: 15387

Re: Rear differential bearing failure (ColonelPanic)

Well, my car is back.Here's the diagnosis:Performed roat test and confirmed noise from the rear diff. Found that there are several bearings worn and have caused damage to the gears.Here's the cure (I actually fixed their terrible spelling):Provided estimate. blah blah blahCar should not be driven, m...
by pmh013
Wed Jun 22, 2005 11:03 pm
Forum: Wheels & Tires
Topic: Road noise is unbearable
Replies: 9
Views: 5417

Re: (sylvainber)

I had the Continental OEM's on my 2003. I replaced them with a decent quality Pirelli, and haven't had nearly the road noise I had with the Conti's.
by pmh013
Mon Jun 20, 2005 11:21 am
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: Rear differential bearing failure
Replies: 19
Views: 15387

Re: Rear differential bearing failure (silverawd26)

I knew I had a question about this! Thanks for reminding me, silver!Can anyone make a hypothesis that all those months I spent with a tranny shifting up & down due to my crapped out catalytic converter may have caused premature bearing wear in my rear differential? Possible, or am I smoking crac...