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by blankmonkey
Fri Nov 08, 2019 4:15 pm
Forum: Wheels & Tires
Topic: Terrible performance on Snow
Replies: 7
Views: 2433

Re: Terrible performance on Snow

Yep, 300lbs in the back. The back is moving. like the whole car is wobbling. Its as if the lug nuts are loose, but they are tight. All 4 tires get changed every time. Currently they have generic studs. This is not a breaking thing, and I don't feel/hear the breaks going off, but I will check them an...
by blankmonkey
Thu Nov 07, 2019 2:17 pm
Forum: Wheels & Tires
Topic: Terrible performance on Snow
Replies: 7
Views: 2433

Terrible performance on Snow

I have an 06 vibe, I have been very very happy with it over the years and I am an original owner. I have almost nothing but great things to say about my Vibe. But ... Every Winter my performance on the snow and ice is beyond terrible. I have tried Blizaks, studded tires, all weather tires all kinds ...
by blankmonkey
Tue Apr 09, 2019 2:20 pm
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: Reverse Circuit - backup camera
Replies: 4
Views: 2083

Re: Reverse Circuit - backup camera

Looks like I have some reading to do :)

You posted something that references a document or picture, but I do not see the doc or any attachments, am I missing something?
by blankmonkey
Tue Apr 09, 2019 9:56 am
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: Reverse Circuit - backup camera
Replies: 4
Views: 2083

Reverse Circuit - backup camera

I am trying to install a new blue tooth/gps/radio on my 06 Vibe. I found this link http://forums.genvibe.com/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?f=18&t=43639&p=499239&hilit=backup+camera+reverse#p498943 and it was very helpful. But I can't find where to plug into the reverse circuit?? and take a tap fr...
by blankmonkey
Thu Jun 30, 2016 9:54 am
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: Cruise Control popping out
Replies: 7
Views: 2043

Re: Cruise Control popping out

Automatic

Had a discussion with some guys today, they were saying to check the break calibers. I am hearing a knocking (more recent then CC problem) and said it may be contributing to this and other problems. thoughts? links and pictures??
by blankmonkey
Wed Jun 29, 2016 1:56 pm
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: Cruise Control popping out
Replies: 7
Views: 2043

Re: Cruise Control popping out

I do know the brake lights are not on when i am not breaking
by blankmonkey
Wed Jun 29, 2016 1:55 pm
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: Cruise Control popping out
Replies: 7
Views: 2043

Re: Cruise Control popping out

How do I do that?
by blankmonkey
Wed Jun 29, 2016 10:51 am
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: Cruise Control popping out
Replies: 7
Views: 2043

Cruise Control popping out

Hello all, I am deeply hopeful I can get some info, I am in between jobs and need to fix this myself. The cruise control will pop out after varying degrees of time. Very similar to this; http://forums.genvibe.com/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?t=40413 Even when the car is not pushing hard. I had a mechanic ch...
by blankmonkey
Tue Nov 27, 2012 1:13 pm
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: Vibe Computers
Replies: 4
Views: 833

Re: Vibe Computers

LOL not really, just Katrina/Sandy/other

Are there any other computers I should know about?
by blankmonkey
Tue Nov 27, 2012 9:53 am
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: Vibe Computers
Replies: 4
Views: 833

Vibe Computers

I want to get some extra computers for disaster planning.
How many Computers does the Vibe have? Where are they?
by blankmonkey
Fri Apr 20, 2012 8:51 am
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: Where are my computers, are they easy to access
Replies: 2
Views: 725

Where are my computers, are they easy to access

How many computers are in my vibe, and where are they located. Are they easy to access? I am thinking about disaster prep, and being able to replace them would be pretty important.
opps, its a 2006 vibe
by blankmonkey
Fri Apr 20, 2012 8:49 am
Forum: Tech Info & Do-It-Yourself Info
Topic: Good Vendors?
Replies: 5
Views: 2185

Re: Good Vendors?

I was on changing my password, and thought I would update this. the hub assembly is still running great, so it is a good buy :)
by blankmonkey
Tue Nov 15, 2011 3:08 am
Forum: Tech Info & Do-It-Yourself Info
Topic: Headlight repacement with lawnmower lights
Replies: 2
Views: 1207

Re: Headlight repacement with lawnmower lights (blankmonkey)

hey all, i found the link, it was a tractor bulb. http://forums.genvibe.com/zerothread?id=42241But I still have 1 question. Do the HIR bulbs fit, or do I have to use some modification kit, or 'mod' the bulb??Is there separate high and low beam bulbs?
by blankmonkey
Tue Nov 15, 2011 2:38 am
Forum: Tech Info & Do-It-Yourself Info
Topic: Headlight repacement with lawnmower lights
Replies: 2
Views: 1207

Headlight repacement with lawnmower lights

I seem to recall on this site hearing that there are headlight replacements that I can buy for a riding lawnmower that are the same as the ones I need for my vibe ('06 gt), but are a fraction of the cost. I have been searching and searching and cant seem to find it. Has anyone tried this? what part ...
by blankmonkey
Fri Jul 22, 2011 4:11 am
Forum: Tech Info & Do-It-Yourself Info
Topic: Good Vendors?
Replies: 5
Views: 2185

Re: Good Vendors? (blankmonkey)

As promised, I wanted to note about the vendors.The hub-assembly.com gave me a great price on my part, 140 for one the dealer wanted 380 for. the dealer put the part in and the car is running great 2 days later. I would recommended them at this point, as they we very responsive to all my questions.I...
by blankmonkey
Fri Jul 08, 2011 2:10 am
Forum: Tech Info & Do-It-Yourself Info
Topic: Good Vendors?
Replies: 5
Views: 2185

Good Vendors?

I am trying to get my car fixed, and need to buy some parts, specifically a rear hub assembly. I have found 2 online retailers who sell the part, but neither is doing a very good job communicating with me. Does anyone have any experience with these guys? What online retailers have you used and would...
by blankmonkey
Tue Jun 28, 2011 3:01 am
Forum: Wheels & Tires
Topic: '06 AWD ALB hub assembly
Replies: 7
Views: 1976

Re: (blankmonkey)

I think I have actually found the whole manual, but I can seem to find anything in it, the whole structure is super vague with meaningless numbers. how did you find the right section???
by blankmonkey
Tue Jun 28, 2011 2:41 am
Forum: Wheels & Tires
Topic: '06 AWD ALB hub assembly
Replies: 7
Views: 1976

This doc referances section 32-41, 32-6, 27-32, 27-27, 27-7, and 05-316Do you have these possibly??
by blankmonkey
Tue Jun 28, 2011 2:32 am
Forum: Wheels & Tires
Topic: '06 AWD ALB hub assembly
Replies: 7
Views: 1976

I love you guys
by blankmonkey
Mon Jun 27, 2011 8:15 am
Forum: Wheels & Tires
Topic: '06 AWD ALB hub assembly
Replies: 7
Views: 1976

'06 AWD ALB hub assembly

I have a low pitch grinding noise from the back, after a 100$ inspection, a mechanic told me it was the LR hub assembly. They want 900$ to fix it. So I start looking around, but I can seem to find1) the haynes manual on an AWDor2) the part, that is not 370$ from the dealer.Also I see here there is s...
by blankmonkey
Sun Mar 27, 2011 4:39 pm
Forum: Tech Info & Do-It-Yourself Info
Topic: Google Sketchup Model
Replies: 0
Views: 883

Google Sketchup Model

I am looking for a Google Sketchup of our Pontiac Vibe's. All I have been able to find is a Toyota Matrix. Does anyone have any thoughts?? Freeware.
by blankmonkey
Fri Feb 11, 2011 6:50 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: O2 Sensor
Replies: 2
Views: 1095

Re: O2 Sensor (turbodogs)

did you ever get an answer to this?
by blankmonkey
Mon Feb 22, 2010 6:46 am
Forum: Tech Info & Do-It-Yourself Info
Topic: Trailer Hitch
Replies: 4
Views: 1930

Re: Trailer Hitch (star_deceiver)

Thank you both for the replies, I am hoping I can get so blessed How did you get the 39 mpg? I have gotten probably 38 on my best day.
by blankmonkey
Fri Feb 19, 2010 6:00 am
Forum: Tech Info & Do-It-Yourself Info
Topic: Trailer Hitch
Replies: 4
Views: 1930

Trailer Hitch

2006 Pontiac Vibe Sport AWDI have been reading the forums, and see there are many that have installed hitches on their cars, but I was hoping to get more details, as I am very new to this;1) Is there any Gotchas with which hitch to buy?2) If I am going to get a hitch for one of those platforms for t...