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VibeHigher

I have been struggling with the cursed PO420 code for well over a year now. Last time, I replaced the cat and it got better just long enough for me to get it inspected. Then it came back. I have tried everything, but finally decided to just get an o2 sensor simulator and be done with it.Or so I thou...

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Mine did not come with centering rings, I went and bought them. You can get them from the same place I did via their online site: http://www.tires-n-parts.com. They're really nice people and they know their stuff. Mine run true and vibration free all the way up to 100 MPH (uhhh...on the track )

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I did clean everything with acetone before I applied. If it starts to bubble, I'll go back and use a heat gun and roller to get it down really well.

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I SHOULD HAVE KNOWN!!!Tonight, finally I got around to doing a full drain and refill of gear oil in the transmission. So I took out the filler and unscrewed the drain plug, and about 12 ounces of THICK black oil drip out. Turns out I was driving around for three months on just 12 ounces of gear oil!...

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Looking up some old posts here and found this one...John, the dynatmat install took me about two hours. I would suggest wearing leather gloves if you use the dynamat with the aluminum coating as it tends to make lots of little cuts on your fingertips. I didn't use a roller, I don't think that's nece...

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They are indeed 16" wheels. I decided to keep the stock size because around here the roads are terrible. Fast fact: North Carolina more paved roads than any other state. Which translates into a DOT stretched way too thin and an incredible amount of potholes.In response to the waxing, the only t...

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Very excited about the new Motegi wheels! The Vibe is much sportier looking and I can tell a difference in the ride. Anyone in the market for stock steelies or wheel covers? Pictures are in the garage: http://forums.genvibe.com/zerothread?id=29619

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Check out the sweet new wheels! Motegi MR7s

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I just got my new wheels in today (pictures to come) and I need to know how big the Vibe hub is so I can get the hub-centric rings. The wheels are Motegi so I know they come with a 73mm hub opening that has to be sized down to...?

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I wonder if you can get your own fingerprinting kit somewhere and do it yourself, then bring the evidence to the police? I would also think there are detectives for hire that can do this kind of thing. Maybe Pinkerton?

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I spent most of the day yesterday installing Dynamat Extreme door kits on both front doors (along with new Blaupunkt components). Man, what a difference!! There's much less road noise and all of my annoying door vibrations are gone. The install was easy, although I had to rip off some worthless foam...

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Using a strip of cloth like that is actually the recommended procedure in AllDataDIY

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Ok folks, well I went to the shop and they told me it was nothing major...just a noisy clutch release bearing. It's not worn out or broken, just noisy. They also found some plastic splash guards that were loose and the engine cover is missing two bolts; they think that might be part of the problem, ...

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Tonight I replaced the belt tensioner pulley and that definitely wasn't the problem. In fact, when the belt was off I took the car for a short drive and it still made all the same noises.I found the perfect way to describe the noise: At idle in neutral it sounds like a roller coaster as it's going u...

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I don't kill it...I usually shift at 3k RPMs, however, I did just purchase this Vibe and was really hard on the transmission the first couple days as I learned how to drive manual.I replaced the tensioner pully last night and that definitely was NOT the problem.Lets let this thread die...continuting...

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Okay guys, I really need some help on this one because a new symptom has appeared and I'm going to drive 100 miles to beach this weekend.With the engine idling and the 5 speed transmission in neutral, I get a clicking/clacking noise coming from the transmission that is similar to what I was describi...

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This is my problem...*2003 Vibe*5 Speed Manual Transmission*66,000 MilesI have no trouble shifting at all while driving, however, when I am accelerating, I can hear a clicking noise. The speed of the clicking is directly related to how much load I put on the engine. If I'm accelerating then I get th...

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Fantastic find, Dave! I might work up something in photoshop and have them produce a custom part. Sweeeeeet...

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Well, I figured I wouldn't want to replace the scratched pieces with other pieces having a similarly poor paint job. I'd rather sand off all this crappy paint and put on something nice and more durable. And in the process, why not make it something sexy like a metallic black or pearl grey?

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I've noticed that no one (that I've seen) has painted the HVAC part of the trim. I'm guessing because it would cover up the control icons. Unfortunetly, that piece of trim is scratched to hell on my Vibe and I'd like to paint it.I think I have a few options:1) Using clear tape, tape over the parts I...

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How can I tell if I need to replace just the pully or the entire assembly?

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You know, that sounds like it would be it. How much should that part cost me? I see a "Belt Tensioner" made by Gates on RockAuto.com for $70. Is that the part? Also, I see that I can just buy the pully for $12...how do I know if I need a new pully or a whole new assembly?

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I have a clacking sort of rattle during acceleration coming from what appears to be the front passenger side of the Vibe. It seems to only happen under acceleration, and especially when the engine bogs down because I'm in too high a gear.It doesn't really sound like an exhaust shield most of the tim...

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I guess this never happened, but I'd be down for a meet...

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BUMPI'm a new Vibe owner in Raleigh, NC. Graduated from NC State in 2005, I have a 9 to five marketing job in Cary. I live on the north end of Glenwood close to Pleasent Valley. So far my Vibe is un-modded, but it won't take long for me to do something about that

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I'm going to bump this because I have a new question. I have the 03 moon and tunes package but half the channels on my amp are dead. I just purchased an 05 amp off ebay for $50 with shipping (SCORE!!). Can I just swap this out or will I have to do some wiring changes? It looks like I can just plug t...

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Okay, bought a new(ish) factory amp...i bumped a thread that discusses amp wiring differences because that's my new issue.

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I mean the tweeters aren't putting out any sound. I'm getting sound from the bottom door speakers all the way around, but not the tweeter at the top. I'm wondering if there isn't a loose wire somewhere...but knowing nothing about the system other than the amp is under the passenger seat, I don't kno...

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Well, I was already pretty good on the flat...I picked that up in about 5 minutes. It's the hills that get me. About when do clutches typically need replacement?

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My uncle is undergoing treatment right now for prostate cancer. There are many effective ways to treat it now. I'll say a prayer for your dad and family.Also, as much as it sucks, all of us men need regular prostate exams...

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Having never driven a stick other than an old datsun, I thought I would practice some on the '03 Vibe I bought yesterday. So I found an hill on the side of local school and did start/stops up and down it for about 10 minutes. When I rolled down the windows...you would that thought I'd lit a my clutc...

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No, it's not just you. There is some wax on the cladding. There's a product to clean that stuff when I'm going to pick up and use this weekend. It also has a few dents in the fender where it looks like someone with a bony hip leaned on it. The dent puller/popper thing should take care of that.And of...

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I just bought a 2003 moon and tunes and while I thought everything was working okay, I realized on the drive home that the components aren't working. Neither one has any sound coming out of them. Where should I start to diagnose this problem?Thanks!

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Pictures are in the garage for all you photo fiends

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Well, here she is! These are the first pictures, before I do the Mequiers three step wax and detail everything. That's a project for this weekend.

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Something very similar happened to my girlfriend in her Corolla. It was a 2006 and the damage required replacing the front bumper, drivers side fender, and headlight assembly. Being the thrifty and mechanically inclined boyfriend, I volunteered to do the job (minus paint). So she got the quote and c...

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Yeah, let us know if you're going to go back to stock and sell your mods...my virgin Vibe needs some new lovin'.

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Well, I take delivery tonight and I will try to have some pictures up later.About how much should I expect to pay for a good window tint? I'm already familiar with the cost for wheels and tires.Also, the stock CD player is a little beat up so I think I'm going to replace it. My mind has been preoccu...

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Well, I signed the papers yesterday on a 2003 Vibe in the color of salsa. It was a trade in at the local Nissan dealership, and they couldn't sell it because everyone coming in looking for imports didn't want anything to do with a Pontiac. Aha, little did they know...So I walked away with the 2003 V...

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PO420 even AFTER an o2 sensor simulator. Why do you torment me?!

Re: New Motegi MR7s ARE ON!!! (ttaylor667)

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Re: VibeHigher -- 2003 Moon & Tunes (BlueCrush)

New Motegi MR7s ARE ON!!!

Re: VibeHigher -- 2003 Moon & Tunes (VibeHigher)

Hub size?

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The sweet sound of silence

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Re: Clacking rattle under acceleration (VibeHigher)

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Painting the HVAC trim piece

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Re: Clacking rattle under acceleration (BlueCrush)

Clacking rattle under acceleration

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Re: Hello...hello......hello....anyone else in NC? (Vibr8tr)

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Burned the ^@%# out of my clutch last night

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2003 upgraded stereo...components don't work

Re: Proud new owner of an '03 Vibe!!! (VibeHigher)

VibeHigher -- 2003 Moon & Tunes

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Proud new owner of an '03 Vibe!!!