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by Blueridge9
Sat Nov 08, 2014 11:21 am
Forum: For Sale/Wanted
Topic: Sold my 2004 Vibe on Facebook
Replies: 3
Views: 900

Sold my 2004 Vibe on Facebook

I wanted to share something that just worked for selling my Vibe locally and quickly. I found my beloved 2004 Vibe a new home with my friend's nephew. All i did was post a picture of the Vibe on FaceBook and said I was selling it. I just listed the year and mileage and that it was reliable. Got 2 em...
by Blueridge9
Sat Nov 08, 2014 9:21 am
Forum: The Others
Topic: Columbus, OH Auto show - 3/16/13 - a report
Replies: 5
Views: 1516

Re: Columbus, OH Auto show - 3/16/13 - a report

Jake, I appreciated your report from the Auto show. I have found the replacement for my 2004 Vibe after a long search. I bought a used 2013 Honda CRV EX-L with only 10000 miles on it from a dealer. It is a light mountain air blue with beige leather interior and there are just so many things I like a...
by Blueridge9
Fri Oct 24, 2014 1:18 pm
Forum: Latest News
Topic: Recall 2003-05 Vibe air bag assembly #14735
Replies: 0
Views: 2758

Recall 2003-05 Vibe air bag assembly #14735

I got a letter today Oct. 24, 2014 via FedEx from GM telling me about recall #14735 since my vehicle is equipped with a front passenger air bag assembly since the previous owner lived in Florida. "When operated in areas with consistently high absolute humidity the front passenger air bag inflat...
by Blueridge9
Sat Mar 01, 2014 2:37 pm
Forum: Events
Topic: 22nd Annual Wide Track Warriors Pontiac Show - March 1st, 20
Replies: 1
Views: 2275

Re: 22nd Annual Wide Track Warriors Pontiac Show - March 1st

Must be nice to be at the Pontiac show in FL. Perhaps you could post some pictures or videos to share.
by Blueridge9
Sat Mar 01, 2014 2:35 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: new guy !
Replies: 12
Views: 2197

Re: new guy !

Congrats on the new Vibe and Welcome. There is so much great info. here.
by Blueridge9
Sat Mar 01, 2014 1:49 pm
Forum: Maintenance Bay
Topic: Front License Plate Bracket - 2003
Replies: 4
Views: 2609

Re: Front License Plate Bracket - 2003

I found a front license plate bracket at a junk yard that has worked fine for eight years now. It needs to have the right profile so it sits against the curve. I don't remember what model of car it came off.
Good Luck.
by Blueridge9
Sat Mar 01, 2014 1:37 pm
Forum: GenVibe Garage
Topic: Dave's 03 Vibe AWD
Replies: 6
Views: 2395

Re: Dave's 03 Vibe AWD

Those rims cleaned up well and I like the photo of your Vibe in front of the train cars. Sounds like you are making the most of your opportunities. :)
by Blueridge9
Sun Nov 24, 2013 11:36 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Just bought my second Vibe
Replies: 5
Views: 8088

Re: Just bought my second Vibe

Welcome to GenVibe and congrats on the second Vibe.
by Blueridge9
Sun Nov 24, 2013 11:17 am
Forum: GenVibe Announcements
Topic: Forum software updated
Replies: 6
Views: 3956

Re: Forum software updated

Thanks for the work you and other volunteers do to keep the forum boards working.
by Blueridge9
Sun Nov 24, 2013 10:50 am
Forum: Maintenance Bay
Topic: 100K Checkup
Replies: 18
Views: 4409

Re: 100K Checkup

Hutchvibe, Congrats on taking care of your Vibe to 100K and beyond! I just reached 100K too and appreciate all the maintenance tips.
:idea: :)
by Blueridge9
Tue May 14, 2013 7:13 am
Forum: Exterior
Topic: Pontiac, faded emblem, easy fix
Replies: 7
Views: 6034

Re: Pontiac, faded emblem, easy fix

I bought these emblems a few years ago and they look great. I will probably need to replace the front emblem again since it gets the most wear. Since my Vibe is orange I got navy for the front and silver for the back and I got small silver flames for the sides and a genvibe.com decal for the luggage...
by Blueridge9
Sat May 11, 2013 8:59 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Just got a 2004 Vibe.. NEW HELLO
Replies: 30
Views: 7236

Re: Just got a 2004 Vibe.. NEW HELLO

Congrats on your 2004, I've had my Vibe for 7 years now and gotten lots of good advice on this forum too. I love how the seat covers fit snug and don`t slide around. I got seat covers from www.autopartswarehouse.com or 1.800.913.6119 for $210.56 in October 2011 and they were worth it to brighten up ...
by Blueridge9
Sat May 11, 2013 8:48 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: from the mouth of friend @ GM - new Vibe (a Buick)
Replies: 19
Views: 3377

Re: from the mouth of friend @ GM - new Vibe (a Buick)

Thanks for the info about this. Now if the Buick Encore boosted its MPGs by being a plug in all electric or diesel engine then I would take on a new car loan. 8-)
by Blueridge9
Sat May 11, 2013 8:36 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Anybody have AAA?
Replies: 24
Views: 6257

Re: Anybody have AAA?

Ntelos phone users have roadside assistance discounts: I just learned that I already have nTelos Roadside Assistance, thanks to my coworker. It give a discount on whatever help I need at the time. "nTelos Roadside Assistance travels with your phone and is available to all current nTelos Custome...
by Blueridge9
Sat May 11, 2013 7:48 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: air bag module recall on 03/04
Replies: 29
Views: 6979

Re: air bag module recall on 03/04

I decided not to wait for the second letter and started calling dealerships within driving distance and BINGO one of them said they had the necessary part/airbag wiring harness to do the recall fix and we made an appointment for yesterday, May 10th. I went in and brought the first recall letter with...
by Blueridge9
Tue Apr 16, 2013 5:03 pm
Forum: Humor
Topic: Ship my pants
Replies: 5
Views: 3166

Re: Ship my pants

:lol: :lol:
by Blueridge9
Tue Apr 16, 2013 4:33 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: air bag module recall on 03/04
Replies: 29
Views: 6979

Re: air bag module recall on 03/04

I just got back from driving 1000 miles roundtrip to get a recall letter today April 16th and am glad my airbag did not "inadvertently deploy" on the turnpike - geez! I have owned this since 2006 (7 years now) and I still love my Vibe. No salesman is going to talk me into trading it in eit...
by Blueridge9
Tue Apr 16, 2013 4:21 pm
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: Recall 13030 for 03 vibe
Replies: 19
Views: 5367

Re: Recall 13030 for 03 vibe

I got the #13030 recall too for my 2004 Vibe. It says parts are not yet available but when the are they will send a second letter and your GM dealer will install a sub-wire harness (filter) to minimize electrical noise from the other vehicle electrical components at no charge. If not corrected the a...
by Blueridge9
Mon Jan 28, 2013 3:53 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Consumer Reports - would you buy your car again
Replies: 36
Views: 5061

Re: Consumer Reports - would you buy your car again

Thanks for sharing that article. I've owned my 2004 Vibe since 2006 and would buy it again! Several of my coworkers liked my Vibe and bought new similar Nissan Versas. Toyota needs to get more details from reviewers on WHY they would not but it again and fix the concerns. You might also consider che...
by Blueridge9
Mon Jan 28, 2013 3:45 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Engine Warning light on, oxygen sensor
Replies: 5
Views: 1428

Re: Engine Warning light on, oxygen sensor

Thanks Chiadog and Salsaguy! So far the code has not yet returned. I wonder how much replacing an oxygen sensor normally costs?
by Blueridge9
Mon Jan 28, 2013 3:40 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: THE GENVIBE PICTURE CHALLENGE THREAD
Replies: 533
Views: 131986

Re: THE GENVIBE PICTURE CHALLENGE THREAD

VibeEnvy, Congrats on responding so quickly to the radio station pic challenge and I like the idea of your new challenge.
by Blueridge9
Sun Jan 27, 2013 3:29 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Engine Warning light on, oxygen sensor
Replies: 5
Views: 1428

Engine Warning light on, oxygen sensor

My 2004, automatic, 1.8L with almost 95,000 miles had the engine warning light come on Friday. Mechanic read it as oxygen sensor code PO331 I think , and reset it. Warning light has not come back on during light weekend driving. I had noticed the engine idling a little high a few times and the other...
by Blueridge9
Sun Jan 27, 2013 3:10 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: THE GENVIBE PICTURE CHALLENGE THREAD
Replies: 533
Views: 131986

Re: THE GENVIBE PICTURE CHALLENGE THREAD

New challenge: Take a photo of your Vibe beside your favorite local radio station vehicle (or a radio station sign). My favorite is 1061thecorner.com
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by Blueridge9
Sun Jan 27, 2013 2:59 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: THE GENVIBE PICTURE CHALLENGE THREAD
Replies: 533
Views: 131986

Re: THE GENVIBE PICTURE CHALLENGE THREAD

ZVibe that is a fun pic of all those cars the same color and two Vibes headed opposite ways. I can't top that. So now I'm responding to VibeEnvy's challenge: "Take a photo of your ride in the driveway (or otherwise parked nearby, in view) of a national leader's residence. It can be a monarch, p...
by Blueridge9
Mon Jul 16, 2012 5:51 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: What do you plug into your 110 outlet?
Replies: 36
Views: 16553

Re: What do you plug into your 110 outlet?

My friend plugged in a CROCK POT to keep her dish hot on a long winter drive to a potluck dinner. I just use it to charge my phone and camera.
by Blueridge9
Sun Jun 03, 2012 8:42 am
Forum: Exterior
Topic: Base for a license plate
Replies: 9
Views: 1879

Re: Base for a license plate

I found a license plate holder for the front of my 2004 Vibe at a junkyard. The curve of the Vibe front made me look carefully for a similar curve so the license plate holder would mount flush and not rattle.
by Blueridge9
Sun Jun 03, 2012 8:35 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Summer projects begin!!!
Replies: 17
Views: 2377

Re: Summer projects begin!!!

"I like your philosophy :D Also it is beneficial to spend educational time with your kids so they learn skills and trades instead of just running around... " Sounds like the idea at Waldorf schools where kids learn by doing things in the real world not just on the computer. I also like tha...
by Blueridge9
Sat May 26, 2012 3:05 pm
Forum: GenVibe Announcements
Topic: GenVibe.Com Header Banner Contest!
Replies: 64
Views: 26849

Re: GenVibe.Com Header Banner Contest!

Joatmon, I agree and like the gallery look of various Vibes from 03 to the last generation so everyone can see themselves. I also enjoyed the creativity of the Classic movies, Trek, Abbey Vibe walk and Vibe in a Coke bottle, etc. It might be fun to have FOUR winning banners with one for each season ...
by Blueridge9
Fri Apr 06, 2012 7:25 am
Forum: Maintenance Bay
Topic: Oil leak in Base 2004, possibly from Timing Cover gasket?
Replies: 13
Views: 6001

Re: (dgekiere)

Thanks for the video!
by Blueridge9
Thu Mar 08, 2012 1:10 pm
Forum: The Others
Topic: Introducing... Nanuq!
Replies: 30
Views: 8718

Re: (knightrace)

Yes, thanks for the update. I'm so glad its working for you!
by Blueridge9
Thu Mar 08, 2012 1:05 pm
Forum: The Others
Topic: Invisible Mercedes Benz F-cell hatchback
Replies: 1
Views: 947

Invisible Mercedes Benz F-cell hatchback

Invisible (to the environment) Mercedes Benz Fcell hatchback in Germany. http://autos.yahoo.com/blogs/m....html
by Blueridge9
Sat Feb 18, 2012 2:22 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Soon to own Vibe #2...
Replies: 23
Views: 3587

Re: (djkeev)

Glad you found another Vibe and can get out of the thirsty Subaru b4 gas prices go to $4.00+ by Memorial Day. I also think the Vibe seats are more comfy than the Subarus I've tried.Good advice from Dave for all of us. I will keep a better eye on the temp gauge too.
by Blueridge9
Sat Feb 18, 2012 2:12 am
Forum: Maintenance Bay
Topic: Oil leak in Base 2004, possibly from Timing Cover gasket?
Replies: 13
Views: 6001

Re: (circuitsmith)

Thanks for the info. I will check on that.
by Blueridge9
Sat Feb 04, 2012 12:05 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: New 2004 Vibe Sunburst/Fusion Owner!
Replies: 13
Views: 2646

Re: (tpollauf)

VibeCouple, Welcome and thanks for adding your Vibe pics to the garage forum too. This color makes me happy every time I see it and it's been 6 years now. It's so EASY to find your deep fusion Vibe in the parking lot. I agree with everyone who is not colorblind that more car companies should offer t...
by Blueridge9
Fri Feb 03, 2012 11:33 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: I joined the 100,000 mile club!
Replies: 25
Views: 5293

Re: I joined the 100,000 mile club! (chadhgraves)

Chad, Congrats on hitting 116K and enjoying no major repairs!
by Blueridge9
Fri Feb 03, 2012 11:30 am
Forum: Maintenance Bay
Topic: Oil leak in Base 2004, possibly from Timing Cover gasket?
Replies: 13
Views: 6001

Oil leak in Base 2004, possibly from Timing Cover gasket?

I need your advice. I have a very SLIGHT oil leak from my 2004 Base Automatic Vibe. My mechanic checked the usual places and ruled them out. The leak is more toward the passenger side and he thinks it could be a gasket under the timing cover. Have any of you had this problem? What do you think? He s...
by Blueridge9
Fri Feb 03, 2012 11:12 am
Forum: Maintenance Bay
Topic: Oil Leak Near Oil Pan and Transmission
Replies: 4
Views: 2818

Re: Oil Leak Near Oil Pan and Transmission (Wingsfan19)

So how did it go with your oil leak?
by Blueridge9
Fri Jan 13, 2012 8:43 am
Forum: Maintenance Bay
Topic: How To: Replace Your Rear Wiper Insert
Replies: 18
Views: 30564

Re: (JustinVGT)

Quote, originally posted by JustinVGT »I didn't find any short inserts and since most were all around the same price at Advanced Auto Parts, I just bought an insert that was at least twice the length of the small rear wiper. I then just removed the metal inserts on the long piece, measured the corr...
by Blueridge9
Sun Dec 11, 2011 9:48 am
Forum: The Others
Topic: Nissan Leaf
Replies: 43
Views: 8986

Re: Re: (Sputnik)

Sputnik, Thanks for the pics of the charger station home install. You are part of the revolution against gasoline and emissions and I salute your courage. I hope your all electric Leaf arrives soon! You will NEVER have to go to the gas station again...trying to imagine .......how nice that would be....
by Blueridge9
Sun Dec 11, 2011 9:33 am
Forum: Latest News
Topic: Toyota may kill the Matrix
Replies: 119
Views: 54894

Re: (jake75)

Quote, originally posted by jake75 » If they do keep the Matrix might make more sense for them to rebadge it as a Corolla Hatchback. Every Corolla ad could have it in the background with the statement "also available as a hatchback".Corolla Hatchback would be a good idea. Looking at Toyot...
by Blueridge9
Sun Dec 11, 2011 9:22 am
Forum: Latest News
Topic: Toyota, Tesla to revive NUMMI plant
Replies: 8
Views: 5806

Re: (micbarric)

Thanks for the link. I'm glad to hear the plant will reopen. Toyota and Tesla is an interesting partnership. Did they give priority hiring to the former NUMMI employees who used to build Vibes and Matrix's?
by Blueridge9
Sun Dec 11, 2011 9:09 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: New member, new (to me) Vibe
Replies: 14
Views: 3147

Re: New member, new (csxt8058)

Welcome, enjoy your first generation Vibe. It's in good hands with you and it sounds like you're gonna fix the minor things that have been neglected - get the tires first for winter safety. There is lots of good info on the GenVibe about tires (use search feature abouve). You can also get a decent t...
by Blueridge9
Mon Nov 21, 2011 10:44 am
Forum: The Others
Topic: Nissan Leaf
Replies: 43
Views: 8986

Re: (jake75)

Sputnik, Did you get your reserved Leaf yet? They finally have ONE model at the dealership near me but when I went to see it the local TV station had borrowed it for a review. I do hope to testdrive the Leaf soon.
by Blueridge9
Fri Sep 23, 2011 11:53 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Most elaborate roof rack
Replies: 9
Views: 2378

Re: (mac99d)

Now that's a roof rack!
by Blueridge9
Tue Sep 06, 2011 4:02 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Guess where I was???
Replies: 9
Views: 2366

Re: (jake75)

Funny picture, did you bring back some of the dark chocolate M&Ms from wherever this was?
by Blueridge9
Tue Sep 06, 2011 3:56 am
Forum: The Others
Topic: Nissan Leaf
Replies: 43
Views: 8986

Re: (ou.grizzly)

I got an invite to test drive a Leaf and am VERY interested but didnt want to drive 4 hours 1 way to where they had them. I hope they become more easily available here like they are in Portland. I think they should take them to all the major University towns. I would only buy one if something happen...
by Blueridge9
Tue Sep 06, 2011 3:45 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: My 2004 Vibe 1zz has been totaled out
Replies: 5
Views: 1606

Re: (northvibe)

Quote, originally posted by northvibe »That 2004 vibe was awesome. Bought it at 24k miles from hertz rental car sales. she had 136k miles on it when it was totaled with never 1 engine or major issue!So sorry to hear about your sister's accident and hope she finds another great Vibe.