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by engine1
Sun Jul 11, 2004 1:46 am
Forum: Exterior
Topic: CF Hood Scoop now operational
Replies: 51
Views: 9644

Re: CF Hood Scoop now operational (engine1)

I don't mean to be hard on you Celtic but you could have got that laid out and cut out by a GOOD body shop for 100 bucks, it would have been money well spent.
by engine1
Sun Jul 11, 2004 1:34 am
Forum: Exterior
Topic: CF Hood Scoop now operational
Replies: 51
Views: 9644

Re: CF Hood Scoop now operational (Smokin' Rubber)

It maybe harsh but why cut up your car if it looks worse and has its value severly reduced by cutting and hacking. I work in this industry everyday and see guys spend as little as possible doing a job like this because they dont realize the work involved. Just the mounting, coulnd't even be bothered...
by engine1
Sun Jul 11, 2004 1:18 am
Forum: Exterior
Topic: CF Hood Scoop now operational
Replies: 51
Views: 9644

Re: CF Hood Scoop now operational (Smokin' Rubber)

Sorry i will choose to disagree, This a a hack-job. The cut-out job is uneven, was a templet used (doesn't look like it); the mounting of the scoop on top is off center, and the cheap grating used underneath screams trailer park. If you are going to modify an expensive body panel to acheive both cos...
by engine1
Fri Jul 09, 2004 1:32 pm
Forum: Exterior
Topic: blue neons
Replies: 13
Views: 1614

Re: (Jahntassa)

Neon is out, LED is the way to go. Check these guys out! P.S. they use a white 'trix to demo the undercar set-ups on all their pakaging! http://www.varad.com/ By Sunday I will have the kit under the car!
by engine1
Fri Jul 09, 2004 1:08 pm
Forum: Exterior
Topic: CF Hood Scoop now operational
Replies: 51
Views: 9644

Re: CF Hood Scoop now operational (Celtic_Curse)

(removed), hack job. Sorry, not functional.
by engine1
Fri Jul 09, 2004 1:05 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: K&N typhoon part number?
Replies: 9
Views: 1531

Re: (fancynewwheels)

Too bad there is no Lordco Parts in AB yet. How much those knuckle heads at C.T. charging you?
by engine1
Wed Jul 07, 2004 11:32 am
Forum: Maintenance Bay
Topic: Toyota anti-freeze
Replies: 13
Views: 8448

Re: Toyota anti-freeze (Sub-Vibe-R)

I did it the easy clean way. I paid my local Toyota dealer 100 bucks to do my 50 000km service while I drank some coffee, made a few calls and flirted with the cute sales girl out front. No muss no fuss , and I get a receipt to put in my log to show I have done all major services on time, a big bonu...
by engine1
Wed Jul 07, 2004 11:15 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Battery swapout
Replies: 9
Views: 1223

Re: (maxx4me)

I put in an AC Delco 85-7YR, 750 CCA I think, it was a while back. Had to use the adapter that came under the new battery.
by engine1
Sun Jun 27, 2004 1:54 am
Forum: Washing, Waxing, Cleaning
Topic: Invisible paint
Replies: 8
Views: 1739

Re: Invisible paint (huskerpt)

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by engine1
Sun Jun 27, 2004 1:52 am
Forum: Tech Info & Do-It-Yourself Info
Topic: Build your own OBD2 scanner
Replies: 8
Views: 3524

Re: Build your own OBD2 scanner (Kazig)

I honestly cant think of a worse tool in the hands of an untrained proffesional mechanic. Lol, I own an OTC Genisys scan tool it cost me almost 3k.
by engine1
Sat Jun 19, 2004 11:09 am
Forum: Canada - AB, BC, MB, SK
Topic: New BC Boy
Replies: 7
Views: 1573

Re: New BC Boy (wicked1981)

Welcome to the adiction, look out for me next time you are in the valley.ImageMotel.com - Free Image Hosting
by engine1
Fri Jun 18, 2004 10:56 am
Forum: Handling, Suspension, & Brakes
Topic: My ride and the shimmy, shimmy, shake
Replies: 8
Views: 1597

Re: (silverawd26)

If you havent removed those spacers you probably should. I doubt very much the spindle was designed to take the load increase you have placed on it, and are going to destory your front hub assembly too. You would be be wise to hunt down some stonger control arms and a hardened spindle before attempt...
by engine1
Fri Jun 18, 2004 5:01 am
Forum: Interior
Topic: sound proofing
Replies: 4
Views: 794

Re: (Jahntassa)

Pro-Form sound deadning pads, very cheap, two different sizes, autobody shop quality.
by engine1
Fri Jun 18, 2004 4:47 am
Forum: Exterior
Topic: Have I gone too far?
Replies: 10
Views: 1429

Re: Have I gone too far? (ragingfish)

No wiring changes at all. These only draw max 60 watts of power, no more than a conventional bulb, Piaa (and most others) uses different gases to acheive the desired brilliance. These will do no harm to your harness what so ever. I have used very cheap World Light bulbs in my wifes car and burnt out...
by engine1
Thu Jun 17, 2004 2:04 pm
Forum: Exterior
Topic: Have I gone too far?
Replies: 10
Views: 1429

Re: Have I gone too far? (ragingfish)

Just the bulbs! I cant afford the true HID system, although these are the nastiest headlights ever; 135w highbeam....people get out of the way after one flash, those who don't wish they had lol!!
by engine1
Thu Jun 17, 2004 1:47 pm
Forum: Exterior
Topic: Have I gone too far?
Replies: 10
Views: 1429

Re: Have I gone too far? (engine1)

I don't think you can even get that shifter anymore from Hurst, it's not in any catalogues i've seen lately. Lol its alot of fun tho!!!!!
by engine1
Thu Jun 17, 2004 1:44 pm
Forum: Exterior
Topic: Have I gone too far?
Replies: 10
Views: 1429

Re: Have I gone too far? (ragingfish)

Every exterior light except for the front turns.
by engine1
Thu Jun 17, 2004 1:38 pm
Forum: Exterior
Topic: Have I gone too far?
Replies: 10
Views: 1429

Have I gone too far?

Just thought i'd ask. The old Hurst Pistol Grip Shifter! http://pics.xs.to/pics/04065/hurst.jpg Piaa 115dB Dual Tone Horns (400hz and 500hz respectively) http://pics.xs.to/pics/04065/horn.jpg Piaa Die-Cut Decals to flank the rearview mirror http://pics.xs.to/pics/04065/piaa.jpg http://pics.xs.to/pic...
by engine1
Mon Jun 14, 2004 10:34 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: How do you know your oil is broken down?
Replies: 2
Views: 719

Re: How do you know your oil is broken down? (Kissfan79)

Just to be clear your oil is not breaking down but the additive package added to the base oil product that is. There are companies that do oil analysis for a fee or if you work somewhere that has a fleet of vehicles that get an analysis done regularly you can usually slip one in on the companies dim...
by engine1
Sat Jun 12, 2004 1:02 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Should I try Amsoil?
Replies: 17
Views: 2894

Re: Should I try Amsoil? (esjones)

Actually all major oil refiners use hydrocracking to prepare some of the base oil schedules, but all synthetics must be of a schedule IV or V base product to be called a synthetic. Primarily the base oil is always the same but it is the additive package (ad-pac) that changes depending on the grade o...
by engine1
Fri Jun 11, 2004 11:37 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: CryO2 System...?
Replies: 12
Views: 1858

Re: CryO2 System...? (futseal04)

Any local bottling depot for Coke or Pepsi can also sell you CO2. Btw this system works like a friggen charm. We sell quite a few a year through the company I work for, for n/a cars. DEI is well known in the drag racing industry for products to protect engine parts from heat, their Rad Relief we can...
by engine1
Fri Jun 11, 2004 11:30 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Should I try Amsoil?
Replies: 17
Views: 2894

Re: Should I try Amsoil? (Kissfan79)

Really, if you are going to change it every 3000 miles any major brand of 5/30 or 10/30 depending on where you live, will be adequate. I have used synthetic, Pennzoil, since the 13km mark and have changed it according to the manual. Not because I have to, just because.
by engine1
Wed Jun 09, 2004 11:02 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: I have seen Vibe in Grand Turismo 4!!!
Replies: 6
Views: 1242

Re: I have seen Vibe in Grand Turismo 4!!! (Mavrik)

Not ps2 mag, U.S. Playstation magazine, new champs of norrath on the cover.
by engine1
Wed Jun 09, 2004 10:37 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: a Vibe in GT4
Replies: 32
Views: 3184

Re: a Vibe in GT4 (Mavrik)

oooh i forgot to mention six person online racing with voice chat support! A little Vibe showdown perhaps hmmmm?!?!?!?!
by engine1
Wed Jun 09, 2004 10:33 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: I have seen Vibe in Grand Turismo 4!!!
Replies: 6
Views: 1242

I have seen Vibe in Grand Turismo 4!!!

Its a very quick two video clips! I was watching the 'making of gt4' on the demo disc from this months us playstation mag! It's about 30 secs into the the segment and appears to be Salsa GT all decked out with spoilers racing towards a corner, then a quick shot of the now most unmistakeable (too bad...
by engine1
Sat May 29, 2004 12:29 am
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: vibrations after tire rotation
Replies: 8
Views: 1508

Re: Re: (Keely)

Had the same problem after first rotation, goes away quickly. Have done 3 more rotations since then and nothing.
by engine1
Sat May 29, 2004 12:25 am
Forum: Pontiac, GM SPO, & TRD Accessories
Topic: If you're looking to buy Vent Visors from Pontiac...
Replies: 13
Views: 4751

Re: (maximan)

just a heads up the GM ones are made by AVS.
by engine1
Sat May 29, 2004 12:20 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Spark Plugs ?
Replies: 2
Views: 943

Re: Spark Plugs ? (DADEO1)

Lots of threads on this topic. Basically you have the best plugs in the marketplace already in your vehicle. Do not change heat range unless you have done major engine mods.
by engine1
Sun May 02, 2004 2:25 am
Forum: Handling, Suspension, & Brakes
Topic: Bump Steer?
Replies: 11
Views: 2025

Re: Bump Steer? (JohnC)

sound like you are just not used to the weight transfer charactaristics of this car vs the Neon. Of course when the weight lifts off the front wheels the steering will feel 'looser', if with the weight off the front end the steering feel is unchanged then you need to replace the rack or pump because...
by engine1
Fri Apr 09, 2004 12:23 am
Forum: Exterior
Topic: New Grille Screens
Replies: 34
Views: 4582

Re: New Grille Screens (Triton GT)

Those look really cool! Great choice!
by engine1
Tue Apr 06, 2004 12:01 am
Forum: Exterior
Topic: New Grill Screens Installed!
Replies: 16
Views: 2157

Re: New Grill Screens Installed! (Mavrik)

Check out a catalog from Cloud-Rider if you can there are more grill screens than on the website!
by engine1
Sat Apr 03, 2004 1:06 am
Forum: Humor
Topic: Favorite Simpsons character and why
Replies: 26
Views: 2742

Re: (maxx4me)

Moe the Bartender!All right! I'm going to sit at home and ogle the ladies in the Victoria's Secret catalog. Hey, I don't need no advice from a pinball machine. I'll have you know, I wrote the book on love. They think they're so high and mighty, just because they never got caught driving without pant...
by engine1
Fri Apr 02, 2004 4:08 am
Forum: Exterior
Topic: New Grill Screens Installed!
Replies: 16
Views: 2157

Re: New Grill Screens Installed! (chaotic_amber)

they just go over the OEM ones!
by engine1
Thu Apr 01, 2004 11:55 pm
Forum: Exterior
Topic: New Grill Screens Installed!
Replies: 16
Views: 2157

Re: New Grill Screens Installed! (noginsk)

Quote, originally posted by noginsk »Hey, from what I can see on the pictures, they look like they would not allow as much air into the engine compartment. Do you notice a drop in performance becasue of this, or am I just blind? They are a very open mesh, lots of air flow!
by engine1
Thu Apr 01, 2004 10:54 am
Forum: Exterior
Topic: New Grill Screens Installed!
Replies: 16
Views: 2157

Re: New Grill Screens Installed! (GT_03)

Sorry about the adress, as to the price lol I'm not sure! I got these as a promo from Cloud-Rider and am waiting for price lists. I'm betting they will be in the ballpark of $50-$75CAN a set.
by engine1
Thu Apr 01, 2004 9:47 am
Forum: Exterior
Topic: New Grill Screens Installed!
Replies: 16
Views: 2157

New Grill Screens Installed!

Check out these grill fronts from Cloud-Riders.com! I like the black out look and at night these are going to look so nice!
by engine1
Tue Mar 23, 2004 9:02 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Spark Plug Wires
Replies: 19
Views: 3229

Re: Spark Plug Wires (NovaResource2)

Quote, originally posted by NovaResource2 »There are no plug wires because each plug has it's own coil directly connected to it. This is called 'coil-on-plug' style of ignition, basically eliminates the control module, and the distributer. Most new vehicles are moving to this type of distributerles...
by engine1
Sat Mar 20, 2004 4:58 am
Forum: Handling, Suspension, & Brakes
Topic: Brembo Cross-Drilled and Slotted Rotors for Vibe
Replies: 24
Views: 5128

Re: Brembo Cross-Drilled and Slotted Rotors for Vibe (Triton GT)

You already have ceramic pads from the factory, if you need new ones raybestos PGD923QS are the best replacement.
by engine1
Thu Mar 18, 2004 3:15 am
Forum: Handling, Suspension, & Brakes
Topic: Camber Anyone?!?
Replies: 17
Views: 1900

Re: Camber Anyone?!? (rcasciola)

Check out this site, the camber kit is very cheap. From the sounds of it most ppeople have not needed it but I would question the methods used to determine the need. A good tire shop can show you ont he proper alignment hoist to what degree the camber is out. A toe change is unlikely since the tie r...
by engine1
Thu Mar 18, 2004 2:27 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: a Vibe in GT4
Replies: 32
Views: 3184

Re: (dsegundo)

Quote, originally posted by dsegundo »Just a note: Sony of America has pushed the release of Gran Turismo 4 back again,.....it's now at 11/01/04Check it out: http://www.gamestop.com/produc...80875I'm dying....we should make a room and race vibes on it...YEAH! I heard that Polyphony Digital is makin...
by engine1
Tue Mar 09, 2004 1:01 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: a Vibe in GT4
Replies: 32
Views: 3184

a Vibe in GT4

There is going to be a Vibe in the next Grand Turismo 4, for all you ps2 junkies out there! How sweet is that?!!! It will be a rush to drive a 400hp Vibe on the Laguna Seca course!!
by engine1
Tue Mar 09, 2004 10:30 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Magnaflow dealer for Canadians
Replies: 4
Views: 732

Re: Magnaflow dealer for Canadians (cool vibes)

Give me your p/n, I work for the largest automotive parts company in BC. Magnaflow is one of ten exhaust lines we buy. I'll ship it anywhere.
by engine1
Sun Mar 07, 2004 1:34 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: K&N Typhoon Intake
Replies: 17
Views: 1633

Re: K&N Typhoon Intake (slingblade)

I like the Typhoon very much(it;s very loud on cold start up), found a bit of a milage drop but not that significant.
by engine1
Fri Mar 05, 2004 1:09 pm
Forum: Tech Info & Do-It-Yourself Info
Topic: HOW TO: oil guage install
Replies: 24
Views: 4660

Re: (TRD4reel)

Yeah I cut a disc from an antifreeze bottle to fit and siliconed it in. It blocks the vent and by using silicone I can easily remove it if needed.
by engine1
Fri Mar 05, 2004 1:06 pm
Forum: Exterior
Topic: Do you want altezzas for the Vibe?
Replies: 209
Views: 57339

Re: Do you want altezzas for the Vibe? (Flip-Side)

I know they have been i trouble before, but I pulled every pair of APC lights off the shelf and everyone had the applicable DOT rating clearly on the lens.
by engine1
Thu Mar 04, 2004 9:40 am
Forum: Exterior
Topic: Do you want altezzas for the Vibe?
Replies: 209
Views: 57339

Re: Do you want altezzas for the Vibe? (canadavibegt)

I think you need to look closly at APC lights, they all have the DOT required info on the len just like OEM lighting. If they did not you would have no time to post here as you would be to busy calling tow trucks and writing tickets. There are definitly lights that do not meet spec but working in th...
by engine1
Thu Mar 04, 2004 9:24 am
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: Flasher Relay
Replies: 13
Views: 4130

Re: Flasher Relay (ragingfish)

Yeah seems a bit weak. What does the dealer say?
by engine1
Mon Mar 01, 2004 10:26 am
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: Flasher Relay
Replies: 13
Views: 4130

Re: Flasher Relay (engine1)

How much does the trailer weigh btw? Toungue weight?