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wingman7000

I just installed the Monroe Quick-Struts on the front over the weekend. Its not too bad of a job to do if you think you can do it yourself. I ordered them from RockAuto and it was around $250 for both and shipping. Its worth buying it assembled IMHO. I would recommend replacing the sway bar links as...

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I haven't seen mention this before, but due to an obnoxious failed state inspection I have ordered the Monroe Quick-Strut for my '03 GT. Its not a bad deal for the front and should be a relatively quick replacement. Has anyone else tried these?

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So I finally decided to upgrade my radio to a double din touch screen (Kenwood DDX770 http://www.kenwoodusa.com/Car_Entertainment/Mobile_Video_n_Navigation/Mobile_Video/DDX770" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;) and ended up having it stolen within a month see pics. Now, before...

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Just be carefule, my new touch screen (Kenwood DDX770) was stolen within a month. The thieves even broke my passenger window to get it......
http://www.kenwoodusa.com/Car_Entertain ... deo/DDX770" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

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Don't know about the battery, other than putting some grease on the terminals to slow the crud build up, but for the headlights I have found that all Sylvania brand bulbs have terrible life. They burn out too quickly, even the non-blind-oncoming-drivers bulbs I used to buy Sylvanias (which are the ...

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What is the voltage across the battery terminals when the engine is running? There is a remote chance it could be overcharging. I'm not sure what the voltage is when its running. I would have to take it back to have it tested again, but overcharging could make sense. How much are you filling the ba...

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I did a quick search on these and didn't seem to find the answer I needed, but I have an issue with my battery and headlights on my '03 GT and would like to see it anyone else here has run into them. 1. Battery = I just replaced the battery for the second time in about 4 years. That's not normal. I ...

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[QUOTE=Bad Vibe]the a/c switch i was looking for is this one in the radio bezel - how much for the bezel as pictured? are there any stains, scratches or chips in the plastic?does this come as the whole unit or can you just remove the a/c trim piece? can you price it both ways for me if possilbe? als...

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Quote, originally posted by Bad Vibe »cubby checkbezel checkhvac trim checka/c switch probablyfogs sold splash guards I wishwhat are you asking for each? do you have a pic of the bezel or hvac trim to see their condition?

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is the cubby/change holder still available? the one that is under the dash to the left of the steering wheel?do you still have any of the following?-radio bezel-a/c, fan speed, temps speed trim piece-a/c-recirc switch-driver's side under engine splash guards-fog lightszip 22079

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I just started having the issue of only high speed blower working. I read this topic and went and got a new resistor, replaced it and no luck. The fan still only blows on Hi. Any ideas?update: i had the problem after replacing the the blower motor resistor and went back and checked all my connection...

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thanks for the response. I generally prefer the natural outside air as opposed to recirc especially during the winter months for quicker defrost. I installed everything and it all seems to be working great as far as the actuator is concerned. I do have a new problem now which is the fan blower only ...

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Does anyone know the part number for the a/c-recirculate switch that goes in the dash? a little piece broke off while trying to reinstall

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I replaced mine today and went pretty smooth using the glove box and radio removal method. I did however have trouble with the a/c-recirculate switch when I was putting it back together. a yellow prong broke off the back. Does anyone know what it does or know of a part number? 547963=16256-DSC05513s...

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Thinking about the new clutch...as I mentioned before, I have been really surprised at how different the clutch feels. There is basically no resistance in the clutch pedal now as compared to the old one. With that in mind, does that mean that the new clutch isn't as durable as the old one? Or does i...

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just over $700 with flyweel resurfacing and "extended warranty" for a year

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Got the vibe back from having the clutch replaced. Next is a bath...

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Well I finally coughed up the $$ to have the clutch replaced at Pep Boys and good thing I did. The disc was almost down to the screws. The new clutch...wow what a difference. Its a totally different car. There is virtually no resistance in the pedal now where before it was fairly stiff. I don't know...

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check for some slightly used tires on craigslist. I found a set of 4 hankook ventus v4 tires with less than 3000 miles for $100.

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what do you suggest?

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Thanks bassplayaz06 I would take you up on the offer if it were closer. Looking a the map though, I've definitely driven by your town on my way to ATL (where I'm from originally)

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Well it looks like the clutch is getting a bit worse I may end up taking it to Pep Boys and have them do it since they have been the cheapest quote thusfar ($542 w/ tax with a LUK OEM clutch) and my complex won't allow me to do it in the parking lot. Anyone had Pep Boys install one of these? How is ...

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agreed stay away from android...that little red bionic eyeball watching freaks me out...get a palm pre 2 or wait for the pre3. You'll be amazed at webOS. Imo

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I have a palm pre plus (vzw) and you couldn't pay me to use a droid or an iphone. Webos is handsdown the best phone os out there. Very easy to use. Can't wait for the pre3 and hp touchpad with webos... Touch-to-share, citrix support, true multitasking ... (I have 12 other cards (apps) open and runni...

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Thanks for your comment. We try to take good care of the car and wheels especially since it's our only car lol. Thanks for the link. I will be looking to restore the cladding very soon. I hope it works as well as advertised and lasts. I used back-to-black once and it didn't last long.

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Took some pics for genvibe!http://forums.genvibe.com/zerothread?id=44146

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Thanks, the wife and I love the black too! lol

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another...put the license plate lower so I wouldn't have to drill holes in the bumper

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Here are a few pics of my '03 GT

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Cool site. My '03 Gt was built 03/18/2002 and "There are 1 2003 ALL PURPOSE 4 DR VIBE GT vehicles (0.014%) matching your exact options list. There are 28 (0.405%) with at least as many options. "It would be fun to get a birth certificate, even though I'm the second owner.

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I'd go with larger wheel's tires myself it would be more fitting in my humble opinion.

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I sure did. I used the Permatex Windshield Repair Kit from Advance Auto Parts. Ended up paying about $9 with online coupon. Seems to have worked. Can't hardly see the chip anymore. The spider legs are pretty much invisible now. Pretty easy actually. Just follow the instructions. Should have taken pi...

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Changed PCV valve, got an alignment, repaired a chip in the windshield

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Changed the front rotors and brake pads

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I got one last week too. I plan to use it soon since I'm do for an oil change. Can't beat the price...FREE (complimentary!!!)

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Thanks Kincaid...thats a very helpful website

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The speedo in my 03 GT was about 1-1.5 mph too slow. My gps showed I was doing 61-62 when the speedo showed 60. This was on 215/50/17 tires. I just changed the tires and got a 225/50/17 and now my speedo is about 3+ mph too slow. Hope it doesn't screw anything up.

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ok so I installed the 225/50/17 ventus vr4s and they seem to be pretty nice. My speedometer is now about 3 mph slow though. I didn't think that a wider tire would cause a difference since the profile is the same as the stock 215/50/17. Even with the stock tire size my speedo was about 1 - 1.5 mph sl...

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I guess they are gone, oh well I'll have to see if some more pop up later

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Here is the posting I saw on Craigslist http://baltimore.craigslist.or....html

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thanks. I found a set of 4 225/50/17 on craigslist for $100 with less than 3000 miles on them and picked them up today. They're obviously a little wider than the 215 stock size but look good in my opinion. We'll see how they work out. I was shocked at how unevenly worn out the bridgestone potenzas w...

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anyone using or used hankook ventus v4 es tires? How are they for ride quality, wear and noise?

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does anyone know if 2005 subaru wheels will fit a 2003 GT? The wheels are 5x100mm which I think is the right size, but the offset says they are 55mm. Will they work?

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Anyone know the part number for the recirc motor? I looked on the list here in genvibe, but didn't see it.

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it's got 110K miles on it, so I figure they're getting to the end of their useful life. I just want to make sure I replace the right thing.

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No, its not on defrost. It went out about a couple of years ago and I've turned every knob I can to see if it would work and nothing. I figured that since I remembered this site when my clutch started slipping I would find out about other issues I've been having. This community is awesome and everyo...

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would it be possible to optimize the site for use on mobile phones like the matrix owners site?

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I haven't heard any thumping, but I've always heard a little buzzing/vibration sound coming from the dash and it sounds like it comes from the right side. I thought it may have been a relay or something, but what you're saying makes sense. I'll have to check it out when I have some time, especially ...

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Some time ago the cabin air button stopped working in my '03 GT. The vents allow air to pass no matter what I do, even in the off position. Any idea as to why this would happen?

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