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by vibenvy
Mon Apr 20, 2020 1:46 pm
Forum: GenVibe Garage
Topic: vibenvy's Garage - 2009 Liquid Platinum Metallic Vibe GT
Replies: 114
Views: 74705

Re: vibenvy's Garage - 2009 Liquid Platinum Metallic Vibe GT

UPDATE [/size][/b] I've been really bad about posting on here, but I have gone through and updated everything and have also added a ton of pictures! On November 17, 2019, the Vibe celebrated it's 11th birthday! And, on April 11, 2020, the Vibe and I celebrated our 11th anniversary together :)! 01.0...
by vibenvy
Mon Nov 25, 2019 6:39 am
Forum: Photography and Photoshop
Topic: Like Father...Like Daughter
Replies: 5
Views: 2630

Re: Like Father...Like Daughter

Love it!

In our case, it was "Like daughter, like mother"! I got my Vibe first, then my mom got hers a month and a half later!
by vibenvy
Mon Nov 25, 2019 6:32 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Poor Fuel Economy
Replies: 30
Views: 7301

Re: Poor Fuel Economy

We average 27-28 MPG with 50/50 driving in both our 2009 5-speed auto GTs. I actually managed 40.311 MPG in mine with 100% highway driving going to the 2016 GenVibe Meet in Nashville. Cruise was set at 60. Hardly touched the brakes. AC off. Everyone's always ragging on the terrible fuel economy of t...
by vibenvy
Mon Nov 25, 2019 6:15 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Oil filter
Replies: 17
Views: 4820

Re: Oil filter

zbyers wrote: Mon Aug 05, 2019 4:57 am The F1 filter is designed for the 2ZZ... the F2 is for the 1ZZ. You can swap them around with no issue. Most run the F1 filter as it has a slightly larger filter capacity....
The F1 filter is also used on 2009-2010 2.4L Vibes.
by vibenvy
Mon Nov 25, 2019 6:03 am
Forum: Wheels & Tires
Topic: Want to upsize not sure to what tho?
Replies: 7
Views: 4377

Re: Want to upsize not sure to what tho?

hogdoctor wrote: Fri Nov 02, 2018 3:49 amI expect a 15 inch wheel would give a more compliant ride due to more sidewall to absorb the chuck holes, same for a larger diameter tire.
16" wheels are the smallest wheels that will clear the front brakes on 2009-2010 Vibes.
by vibenvy
Mon Nov 25, 2019 5:49 am
Forum: Exterior
Topic: window rain guards for 2009 Vibe
Replies: 7
Views: 2710

Re: window rain guards for 2009 Vibe

I just wanted to add a couple things... 1. WeatherTech stopped listing the rear window deflectors for 2009-2010 Vibes many years ago after many complaints of them falling off, but the rear ones for 2009-2013 Matrices fit just fine! We've had them on both our Vibes for about seven years now and absol...
by vibenvy
Mon Nov 25, 2019 5:32 am
Forum: Interior
Topic: Shifter boots and door trim parts
Replies: 2
Views: 2383

Re: Shifter boots and door trim parts

Check out car-part.com . You may get lucky and be able to find what you're looking for in a junkyard near you. Keep in mind, 2009-2013 Matrices will also have these same parts. If you're so inclined, here's the info for the Matrix shift boot . This same part has been discontinued from GM. Unfortunat...
by vibenvy
Sun Oct 06, 2019 12:06 pm
Forum: Maintenance Bay
Topic: Blackstone Oil Analysis
Replies: 25
Views: 6799

Re: Blackstone Oil Analysis

I have not done oil analyses for either Vibe since the first ones in 2012. They both just turned over 90,000 miles about a month ago. I was planning on doing them again at 100,000 miles, but it will be at least a year before either Vibe hits the 100,000 mile mark, so I am considering doing one at 95...
by vibenvy
Mon May 27, 2019 10:21 am
Forum: GenVibe Garage
Topic: yvngvibe - 2009 Vibe base 2.4L Auto
Replies: 1
Views: 2056

Re: yvngvibe - 2009 Vibe base 2.4L Auto

Welcome to GenVibe! For side window deflectors, I highly recommend WeatherTech. We've had them on both our Vibes since 2012 and they look and fit great. The rear ones are not listed for 09-10 Vibes though. You need to order the front and rear set for the 09-13 Matrix (#82481). Also, you will want to...
by vibenvy
Thu May 16, 2019 6:28 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Greetings from Cleveland
Replies: 4
Views: 1853

Re: Greetings from Cleveland

Welcome to GenVibe! Props on sharing pictures right away ;)!
by vibenvy
Thu May 16, 2019 6:20 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Sad anniversary today
Replies: 5
Views: 1669

Re: Sad anniversary today

A sad day indeed :cry:.

I'm so glad we were able to get our Vibes brand new before Pontiac was murdered.
by vibenvy
Thu May 16, 2019 6:18 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: My 5000th post!
Replies: 38
Views: 13406

Re: My 5000th post!

zbyers wrote: Fri Apr 26, 2019 11:50 am Your posting sure has died down. :lol:
Sure has :|!
by vibenvy
Wed May 15, 2019 1:33 pm
Forum: Handling, Suspension, & Brakes
Topic: Lowered 09 GT, having rear strut problem
Replies: 22
Views: 8149

Re: Lowered 09 GT, having rear strut problem

The same shop is going to check out the rear struts on my Vibe so I know which ones to order. I'm hoping I'll luck out and be able to use the #340018 FWD ones on mine, but I'm thinking I probably won't get that lucky :|... Stopped by the shop today. My Vibe also has the "AWD" rear struts....
by vibenvy
Wed May 15, 2019 1:25 pm
Forum: GenVibe Garage
Topic: Byerscrew Vibe Garage
Replies: 32
Views: 10663

Re: Byerscrew Vibe Garage

Goals :D!
by vibenvy
Tue May 14, 2019 6:37 pm
Forum: Handling, Suspension, & Brakes
Topic: Lowered 09 GT, having rear strut problem
Replies: 22
Views: 8149

Re: Lowered 09 GT, having rear strut problem

Got my mom's Vibe back today! AWD rear struts fit perfect! Everything looks and feels great! I will get some pictures this weekend after I get the Vibe fully detailed. The same shop is going to check out the rear struts on my Vibe so I know which ones to order. I'm hoping I'll luck out and be able t...
by vibenvy
Thu May 09, 2019 3:49 pm
Forum: Handling, Suspension, & Brakes
Topic: Lowered 09 GT, having rear strut problem
Replies: 22
Views: 8149

Re: Lowered 09 GT, having rear strut problem

For starters... #340017 (AWD) • extended length: 13.79 • compressed length: 10.89 • stroke length: 2.9 #340018 (FWD) • extended length: 17.02 • compressed length: 12.57 • stroke length: 4.45 And then there's the size difference of the lower mounting holes... #340017 (AWD) https://static.summitracing...
by vibenvy
Thu May 09, 2019 3:26 pm
Forum: Handling, Suspension, & Brakes
Topic: Project PowerStop: Complete 2009 Vibe GT brake upgrade
Replies: 58
Views: 20122

Re: Project PowerStop: Complete 2009 Vibe GT brake upgrade

My mom's Vibe is currently in the shop getting the full brake upgrade, along with new struts all around.

My Vibe will be getting the same treatment within the next few weeks.
by vibenvy
Wed May 08, 2019 3:30 pm
Forum: Handling, Suspension, & Brakes
Topic: Lowered 09 GT, having rear strut problem
Replies: 22
Views: 8149

Re: Lowered 09 GT, having rear strut problem

I am currently dealing with this exact issue with my mom's 09 GT which rolled off the line at NUMMI on October 29, 2008! Her Vibe went to the shop this morning to get new front and rear struts installed. The shop owner called me at work this afternoon and said the mounting holes on the rear struts w...
by vibenvy
Tue Apr 23, 2019 5:18 pm
Forum: GenVibe Garage
Topic: vibenvy's Garage - 2009 Liquid Platinum Metallic Vibe GT
Replies: 114
Views: 74705

Re: vibenvy's Garage - 2009 Liquid Platinum Metallic Vibe GT

Yes, original brakes. The main point was to acquire the parts for PPS over time before the brakes actually needed to be replaced to avoid having to spend such a huge chunk of money at once. It's been pricey, but it will be so worth it once everything is finally installed!
by vibenvy
Sun Apr 14, 2019 3:56 pm
Forum: GenVibe Garage
Topic: vibenvy's Garage - 2009 Liquid Platinum Metallic Vibe GT
Replies: 114
Views: 74705

Re: vibenvy's Garage - 2009 Liquid Platinum Metallic Vibe GT

This past Thursday, April 11th, the Vibe and I celebrated our 10 year anniversary together! As an anniversary present, it will be getting an exterior and interior detail, along with new struts and brakes all around within the next few weeks :D! Also, yesterday, April 13th, it turned over 88,000 miles!
by vibenvy
Sun Mar 31, 2019 7:52 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: 09-10 GT header?
Replies: 6
Views: 2790

Re: 09-10 GT header?

How significant of an effect do you think the Megan Racing headers would have. Especially if I intend to have the ECU tunned? Probably minimal. I don't think there is anyone that can tune an ECU on the 09+? Orange Virus Tuning can and does. Adding a header isn't going to do much other than make you...
by vibenvy
Sun Mar 31, 2019 7:45 am
Forum: For Sale/Wanted
Topic: WTB: 2009 Wheels
Replies: 2
Views: 1702

Re: WTB: 2009 Wheels

transplantyooper wrote: Thu Mar 21, 2019 2:45 pm I picked up a set of Camry wheels on ebay. Offset isn't quite the same, but close enough they should work.
We've been using Camry 16" steel wheels as winter wheels on our 09 GTs since the winter of 2009 without any issues.
by vibenvy
Sun Feb 24, 2019 7:19 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Hello from Rocklin Ca
Replies: 6
Views: 2152

Re: Hello from Rocklin Ca

Better late than never :P!

That's so cool to hear that you ended up with a second Vibe and found one for your cousin! They are such versatile little vehicles!
by vibenvy
Sun Feb 24, 2019 7:17 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Hello fellow vibe enthusiasts!
Replies: 9
Views: 2236

Re: Hello fellow vibe enthusiasts!

Welcome to GenVibe!
by vibenvy
Sun Feb 24, 2019 7:13 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Saying hi from Calgary Alberta
Replies: 5
Views: 1700

Re: Saying hi from Calgary Alberta

Welcome to GenVibe!

Definitely post some pictures of the Vibe when you get a chance ;)!
by vibenvy
Sun Feb 24, 2019 7:11 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: How many miles on your Vibes?
Replies: 1042
Views: 1310389

Re: How many miles on your Vibes?

Both our Vibes recently turned over 87,000 miles!
by vibenvy
Sun Feb 24, 2019 7:08 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: 2008 out, 2008 in.....
Replies: 19
Views: 3676

Re: 2008 out, 2008 in.....

Poor Violet :cry:!

Glad you weren't seriously injured though and also glad to see you've already gotten another Vibe!
by vibenvy
Sun Feb 24, 2019 7:02 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Surfs Up! Vibe GT show car spotted!
Replies: 28
Views: 6310

Re: Surfs Up! Vibe GT show car spotted!

after sema rhe car toured the country for a bit....it was then sold at a gm dealership that i work at ..it was wrecked the day after it was sold...sat in the parking lot for a while.i bought it fixed it and drove it for quite a while..started doing the body over,had some engine problem and lost int...
by vibenvy
Sun Feb 24, 2019 6:57 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: My Time to Say Goodbye
Replies: 4
Views: 1803

Re: My Time to Say Goodbye

Welcome Skylark! Geoff, it was a pleasure meeting you and your wife and seeing the Vibe in person in Indy in 2010! Take care and don't be a stranger! P.S., sort of a random question here, but how have the Vibe door sill plates held up over the years? I'd kind of like to get some, but I'm wondering i...
by vibenvy
Sun Feb 24, 2019 6:50 am
Forum: GenVibe Garage
Topic: Enfield577 - 2009 Vibe GT
Replies: 57
Views: 28908

Re: Enfield577 - 2009 Vibe GT

zbyers wrote: Tue Feb 12, 2019 6:06 am glad you kept her in the family!
Agreed!
by vibenvy
Sun Feb 24, 2019 6:48 am
Forum: Events
Topic: GenVibe Meet 2019.
Replies: 35
Views: 9556

Re: GenVibe Meet 2019.

Planning on a long weekend! Arriving Thursday evening, leaving Sunday morning.
by vibenvy
Sun Feb 24, 2019 6:34 am
Forum: Handling, Suspension, & Brakes
Topic: Project PowerStop: Complete 2009 Vibe GT brake upgrade
Replies: 58
Views: 20122

Re: Project PowerStop: Complete 2009 Vibe GT brake upgrade

How has the powder coating held up over the year you've had them? I'd be leery of powder coating, personally, because of the increased insulation factor. In sixteen years of driving a Vibe, I've had exactly zero warped rotors, zero excessively rusted parts, and always used auto parts store componen...
by vibenvy
Sun Feb 24, 2019 6:29 am
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: 2009 Pontiac Vibe GT Bulb replacement
Replies: 3
Views: 1512

Re: 2009 Pontiac Vibe GT Bulb replacement

The sunglasses holder/map light housing is pretty easy to remove. Use a small flathead screwdriver to carefully pry around the edge of it. Once you can get a hang of the edge, carefully pull down on the entire thing. The bulb housings become loose over time and eventually pop up and out of where the...
by vibenvy
Sat Feb 02, 2019 5:24 pm
Forum: GenVibe Garage
Topic: vibenvy's Garage - 2009 Liquid Platinum Metallic Vibe GT
Replies: 114
Views: 74705

Re: vibenvy's Garage - 2009 Liquid Platinum Metallic Vibe GT

tpollauf wrote: Tue Jan 29, 2019 9:14 pmSee .... that Facebook site is making you "brain dead" to where you're starting to lose it girl :o
Spend more time over here with us and feel rejuvenated :lol:
Oh Tim :lol:!

I really don't spend much time on Facebook compared to a lot of people.
by vibenvy
Tue Jan 29, 2019 5:07 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: New here
Replies: 13
Views: 2811

Re: New here

Welcome to GenVibe! Great to hear your "new" Vibe is the best color (silver) :cool:!
by vibenvy
Tue Jan 29, 2019 4:07 pm
Forum: Wheels & Tires
Topic: Factory Vibe aluminum 17" wheel cap replacements?
Replies: 6
Views: 3275

Re: Factory Vibe aluminum 17" wheel cap replacements?

There are usually a lot of used center caps on eBay.

I've seen 09-10 Vibe owners use 03-08 Vibe center caps, so, apparently those are a perfect fit.

Also, check car-part.com.
by vibenvy
Tue Jan 29, 2019 3:28 pm
Forum: GenVibe Garage
Topic: vibenvy's Mom's Garage - 2009 Steel Blue Metallic Vibe GT
Replies: 34
Views: 19554

Re: vibenvy's Mom's Garage - 2009 Steel Blue Metallic Vibe GT

I can't believe I forgot to post about GDVBS turning 10 years old back on October 29th!
by vibenvy
Tue Jan 29, 2019 3:04 pm
Forum: GenVibe Garage
Topic: vibenvy's Garage - 2009 Liquid Platinum Metallic Vibe GT
Replies: 114
Views: 74705

Re: vibenvy's Garage - 2009 Liquid Platinum Metallic Vibe GT

UPDATE [/size][/b] I can't believe I forgot to post about VIBIN turning 10 years old back on November 17th! Route 34 Drive-In - Earlville, IL - 04.28.18 https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49798557953_a916e86252_b.jpg 2018 GenVibe Meet Weekend - Utica, MI - 06.29.18 - 07.01.18 https://live.staticfl...
by vibenvy
Sun Jan 13, 2019 11:47 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: New to forum and Vibes
Replies: 6
Views: 1913

Re: New to forum and Vibes

Welcome to GenVibe! I'm in the far western suburbs of Chicago! You should definitely consider starting a thread in the GenVibe Garage Forum to keep track of mods and all. And, definitely post some pictures when you get a chance!
by vibenvy
Sun Jan 13, 2019 11:44 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Thanks for letting me in!!
Replies: 4
Views: 1732

Re: Thanks for letting me in!!

Welcome to GenVibe! Definitely post some pictures of your "new" Vibe when you get a chance ;)!
by vibenvy
Sun Jan 13, 2019 11:35 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Another Vibe lost
Replies: 17
Views: 4411

Re: Another Vibe lost

Ouch, poor Vibe :(! Glad to hear your wife and daughter were not seriously injured though, as that is obviously the priority.

Best of luck with the Subie!
by vibenvy
Sat Jan 12, 2019 4:09 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Winter Tires = Different Vehicle
Replies: 9
Views: 2762

Re: Winter Tires = Different Vehicle

I couldn't agree more about having two sets of wheels and tires! We have had 16" steel winter wheels for both our 2009 GTs since the first winter we had them (2009-2010). We ran Kelly Explorer all season tires (205/55/16) up until this winter. I figured it was time for new tires since the Explo...
by vibenvy
Sat Jan 12, 2019 3:55 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: New member from Pickering Ontario saying hi
Replies: 8
Views: 2213

Re: New member from Pickering Ontario saying hi

Welcome to GenVibe! Great to see another 2nd gen owner join! Since you haven't gotten the picture thing figured out yet, at least tell us what color it is! The suspense is killing me!

In reference to oil, FWIW, I have used Penzoil conventional 5W-20 in both our 2009 GTs since new.
by vibenvy
Sat Jan 12, 2019 3:47 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Happy Anniversary!
Replies: 17
Views: 4338

Re: Happy Anniversary!

joatmon wrote: Sun Dec 30, 2018 4:25 am I bought my first Vibe 16 years ago today, 30 December 2002.
Awesome! Congrats!

It will be 10 years for my Vibe and I on April 11!
by vibenvy
Sat Jan 12, 2019 3:45 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Time to say Goodbye to my Vibe
Replies: 6
Views: 2025

Re: Time to say Goodbye to my Vibe

:sad:

I agree with everyone else. I don't get why you would keep the smaller vehicle over the Vibe (especially a Liquid Platinum Metallic 09 GT!), but either way, best of luck!
by vibenvy
Sat Jan 12, 2019 3:42 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: New member intro!
Replies: 6
Views: 1946

Re: New member intro!

Welcome to GenVibe Mike! As tpollauf said, props on posting a picture right away ;)!
by vibenvy
Sat Jan 12, 2019 3:39 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: How many miles on your Vibes?
Replies: 1042
Views: 1310389

Re: How many miles on your Vibes?

GT09Vibe wrote: Mon Dec 31, 2018 5:26 am 400k 09 Vibe GT
Now, THAT is impressive!

Both our Vibes turned over 86,000 miles at the end of December.