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by houseofbugs
Wed Sep 28, 2016 3:45 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: 09.08.12 Chicagoland GenVibe meet pictures
Replies: 24
Views: 4712

Re: 09.08.12 Chicagoland GenVibe meet pictures

Anyone still alive? :P
by houseofbugs
Mon Feb 25, 2013 6:46 am
Forum: Events
Topic: Genvibe Meet 2013!
Replies: 235
Views: 102330

Re: Genvibe Meet 2013!

Hellooooo!!! Ill be there! :) Not sure if Ill take the HHR SS or one of my motorcycles but either way Ill be there. :D Can't wait to see everyone!
by houseofbugs
Sat Aug 18, 2012 5:53 pm
Forum: US - North Central
Topic: Chicagoland GenVibe meet - Sept. 8 - Morris, IL
Replies: 44
Views: 22172

Re: Chicagoland GenVibe meet - Sept. 8 - Morris, IL

Count me in once I check with the lady. I I miss you Vibe geeks! :)
by houseofbugs
Fri Mar 23, 2012 12:31 am
Forum: GenVibe Garage
Topic: Mac99d-04 GT (ETHOLIC)
Replies: 44
Views: 15409

Sweet mother of god. This is what I wanted to do to my Vibe when I had it. Great work man. If you're ever in the IL area let me know. I would like to see how that fares against my HHR SS.
by houseofbugs
Thu Mar 22, 2012 11:57 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: I'm back! :P
Replies: 12
Views: 2516

I'm back! :P

It's been a while but I am back. I don't have my Vibe anymore but I miss the GenVibe community. I currently have a 2010 HHR SS. It's exactly what I wanted my Vibe to be. Anyways hello everyone! We need to get a mega meet together again!~Tim HooglandThe new ride:
by houseofbugs
Wed Sep 28, 2011 9:46 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: It... Melted
Replies: 16
Views: 2868

Wow that is messed up! Im glad you got it resolved.
by houseofbugs
Wed Sep 28, 2011 9:36 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Top speed?
Replies: 69
Views: 22402

Re: Top speed? (lil_mahoot)

Gotta love boost.
by houseofbugs
Tue Jul 26, 2011 10:36 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Just wanted to say hello
Replies: 13
Views: 2701

welcome.But seriously... Post the pictures. The locals will break out the torches and pitchforks if you wait too long.
by houseofbugs
Mon Jul 25, 2011 3:54 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: R,I,P. - Viki - My 2005 Vibe
Replies: 31
Views: 6603

Quote, originally posted by tpollauf »From one Tim to another Tim. Bummer about your Vibe. YES, make plans to attend "whatever & whenever" we can round up enough of us to hold another meet I'm sure there are plenty of mods you COULD do to the HHR Let you imagination run wild and start...
by houseofbugs
Mon Jul 25, 2011 2:07 am
Forum: US - North Central
Topic: Every Sunday Night! - Orland Park
Replies: 1
Views: 2723

Every Sunday Night! - Orland Park

TimeEvery Sunday Night · 8:00pm - MidnightLocation103A Orland Park Place, Orland Park, ILMore Info***This will be a regular thing as long as the weather is nice!***Meet in the Binny's Parking lot at 8:00pm.We will be cruising to our destination no later than 8:30pm.We are typically done around midn...
by houseofbugs
Fri Jul 22, 2011 10:57 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: The Official "What's Your Gas Mileage?" Thread
Replies: 634
Views: 926013

Re: (CAMOGIRL)

Well even though my VIbe is now deceased I got about 26 in the city and 33 on the highway. Here is my best (100% highway):
by houseofbugs
Fri Jul 22, 2011 10:11 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: R,I,P. - Viki - My 2005 Vibe
Replies: 31
Views: 6603

Thanks for all the compliments and condolences.For those wondering the insurance company owns the car now. The only thing I have is what is in my for sale thread.As for the HHR SS despite the gas mileage being a bit lower (21/29) I LOVE it. Driving that car compared to the Vibe is like night and day...
by houseofbugs
Fri Jul 22, 2011 5:30 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: R,I,P. - Viki - My 2005 Vibe
Replies: 31
Views: 6603

Re: (ou.grizzly)

Quote, originally posted by ou.grizzly »Sorry to hear about your Vibe and glad everyone is ok, but 15 mph and all that damage? Yeah they pulled the info from the sensors and it registered at right about 15.8mph when they calculated it. My insurance company said that the Vibes get totaled most of th...
by houseofbugs
Thu Jul 21, 2011 11:24 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: R,I,P. - Viki - My 2005 Vibe
Replies: 31
Views: 6603

I posted a thread of what I have to sell.As for the replacement I am the proud owner of a 2010 HHR SS/T.
by houseofbugs
Thu Jul 21, 2011 10:22 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: R,I,P. - Viki - My 2005 Vibe
Replies: 31
Views: 6603

R,I,P. - Viki - My 2005 Vibe

Sorry for the delay but after getting all the insurance stuff figured out I didn't want to make anything public but it's all done now.On July 4th around 2:30pm I was coming back from town up in MI heading back into camp. The roads in the BSA camp are packed sand and aren't very good. I was coming ar...
by houseofbugs
Tue Jun 14, 2011 11:47 pm
Forum: The Others
Topic: Show us your Motorcycle
Replies: 123
Views: 32886

I finally took the plunge and got myself one. 2001 Kawasaki Ninja EX500-D8. Great little starter bike.
by houseofbugs
Fri Jun 03, 2011 11:43 am
Forum: The Others
Topic: Bought a motorcycle :D
Replies: 17
Views: 4455

Bought a motorcycle :D

Well after debating making the VIbe faster or getting a faster car I decided to get a motorcycle. Here she is! Anyone here ride?
by houseofbugs
Tue Apr 05, 2011 9:00 am
Forum: US - North Central
Topic: Chicago Vibe Mini-Meet 2011
Replies: 71
Views: 20522

I have a feeling Friday the girlfriend will be competing for my attention as I detail Viki.
by houseofbugs
Mon Mar 28, 2011 3:09 am
Forum: US - North Central
Topic: Chicago Vibe Mini-Meet 2011
Replies: 71
Views: 20522

It will be me and the girlfriend for this.
by houseofbugs
Sat Mar 26, 2011 8:27 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Happy Birthday, NascarXprt! (3/25)
Replies: 11
Views: 2692

Re: Happy Birthday, NascarXprt! (star_deceiver)

Happy belated birthday Cole!!!
by houseofbugs
Sat Mar 26, 2011 8:25 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: How much do you love your Vibe?
Replies: 38
Views: 7448

I love my Vibe. Friends refer to it as my GF most of the time. Makes the GF a little unhappy but meh.
by houseofbugs
Sat Mar 26, 2011 8:21 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Cool Vid
Replies: 5
Views: 1375

DO WANT!
by houseofbugs
Sat Mar 26, 2011 8:17 am
Forum: US - North Central
Topic: Chicago Vibe Mini-Meet 2011
Replies: 71
Views: 20522

Re: (J_TO_ENVY)

I'll be there! Ill have to drag the GF out with me Her and Michelle can talk about geeky graphics stuff.
by houseofbugs
Wed Feb 09, 2011 5:29 am
Forum: Wheels & Tires
Topic: Vibe bolt pattern wheels ??
Replies: 10
Views: 6125

Re: Vibe bolt pattern wheels ?? (Cruxless)

Quote, originally posted by Cruxless »Has anybody used what?Hes talking about spacers. I have not but I know other people who have. I have been told to stay away from them as it is a saftey risk. Think about how much weight and stress is put on your wheels.
by houseofbugs
Wed Feb 09, 2011 5:25 am
Forum: Wheels & Tires
Topic: General Altimax Acrtic Winter Tires
Replies: 19
Views: 4843

Re: General Altimax Acrtic Winter Tires (litefoot)

Quote, originally posted by litefoot »My Vibe is completely stock; an Eibach spring lowers your car about an inch or is it more? Have you had the tires in fresh snow yet (unplowed street.)? The local tire dealer is trying to talk me into the 15 inch size. He clams that the tire is ¾ of an inch n...
by houseofbugs
Wed Feb 09, 2011 4:48 am
Forum: Wheels & Tires
Topic: General Altimax Acrtic Winter Tires
Replies: 19
Views: 4843

Re: General Altimax Acrtic Winter Tires (litefoot)

I have the stock Toyota 16" steelies with TPMS and I am running 205/60R16. I am on eibach springs and they clear with no rubbing.
by houseofbugs
Wed Feb 09, 2011 1:29 am
Forum: Wheels & Tires
Topic: General Altimax Acrtic Winter Tires
Replies: 19
Views: 4843

Yeah its insane. I can't wait to use them for the ice race this weekend.
by houseofbugs
Mon Feb 07, 2011 11:05 pm
Forum: Wheels & Tires
Topic: General Altimax Acrtic Winter Tires
Replies: 19
Views: 4843

General Altimax Acrtic Winter Tires

So my buddy just hooked me up with some Ice and Snow tires from General. They cost me $350 out the door and they are AMAZING!I was running Bridgestone Turanza EL400's on my steelies and they sucked in comparison. The traction for acceleration and braking is unreal. Definitely worth every penny.Here ...
by houseofbugs
Fri Feb 04, 2011 1:16 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: 2011 Indy Meet, anyone?
Replies: 29
Views: 6293

I would be down. Keep me posted.
by houseofbugs
Thu Feb 03, 2011 3:16 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic:
Replies: 30
Views: 4792

by houseofbugs
Thu Feb 03, 2011 3:16 pm
Forum: Motorsports
Topic:
Replies: 0
Views: 3996

by houseofbugs
Thu Feb 03, 2011 3:12 pm
Forum: Vibe/Member Of The Month
Topic: houseofbugs is our February 2011 VOTM winner!!
Replies: 22
Views: 6610

Re: (audiovibe)

Quote, originally posted by audiovibe »Find some ice in the summer and I will join you on the track!How about you go with on the 13th?
by houseofbugs
Wed Feb 02, 2011 4:45 pm
Forum: Vibe/Member Of The Month
Topic: houseofbugs is our February 2011 VOTM winner!!
Replies: 22
Views: 6610

Thanks everybody! This totally made my day!Ended up digging the Vibe out this morning and spent the day drifting, sledding, and next weekend is ice racing. Here are some pics from today.There is a Cavalier next to the Vibe
by houseofbugs
Tue Jan 25, 2011 2:02 pm
Forum: Vibe/Member Of The Month
Topic: February 2011 VOTM Voting is now Open!
Replies: 14
Views: 3616

Thanks guys!
by houseofbugs
Wed Jan 19, 2011 7:05 am
Forum: Forced Induction
Topic: 06 AWD turbo
Replies: 80
Views: 32700

Re: (keithvibe)

Quote, originally posted by keithvibe »Thanks for the comments, I know some don't see the point to do such a drastic change to a station wagon. That is fine by me. I don't care if they hate or dislike I am spending the money to upgrade it.But I welcome the good, bad and unsure comments about the bu...
by houseofbugs
Wed Jan 19, 2011 7:03 am
Forum: Forced Induction
Topic: 06 AWD turbo
Replies: 80
Views: 32700

I cannot wait to see the progress on this. Good luck man!
by houseofbugs
Wed Jan 19, 2011 3:04 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic:
Replies: 30
Views: 4792

Re: (silverbullet)

Quote, originally posted by silverbullet »i am terrified of that third pic from the end. looks like a blast but thats enough to keep me from getting on the iceHe only fell in because he went where he wasnt supposed to be. The course and the parking area was over 15" thick. That is more than eno...
by houseofbugs
Wed Jan 19, 2011 1:19 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic:
Replies: 30
Views: 4792

by houseofbugs
Wed Jan 19, 2011 1:11 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: [VIDEO] AWD Vibe on a Lake
Replies: 3
Views: 1265

[VIDEO] AWD Vibe on a Lake

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v...latedI so want a AWD Vibe now! Look at it go!
by houseofbugs
Fri Dec 17, 2010 6:53 am
Forum: The Track
Topic: Last Nurburgring laps for my Vibe
Replies: 19
Views: 12315

Very nice. Definitely jealous.
by houseofbugs
Fri Dec 17, 2010 6:46 am
Forum: GenVibe Garage
Topic: 2005 Vibe SS - 1.8L VVT-i, CAI, Magnaflow Exhaust, HVS
Replies: 15
Views: 8413

Re: (jkm311)

Quote, originally posted by jkm311 »I really wish I would have spent more time checking out your car during the meet, Tim. I am just seeing your garage and wondering why?! Nice job on the in-dash blue LEDs. Thank you! This totally made my day!
by houseofbugs
Fri Dec 17, 2010 5:25 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: !!!SAFETY RECALL ON 2005 VIBES! READ!
Replies: 26
Views: 6645

Re: !!!SAFETY RECALL ON 2005 VIBES! READ! (houseofbugs)

Yeah I want to know when this is going to happen. BLACKEDOUTVIB just texted me the other day saying that his is idling weird. HE said nothing is wrong with it so maybe this is related? Also I fixed the broken images and links at the top.
by houseofbugs
Wed Nov 24, 2010 12:03 am
Forum: Vibe/Member Of The Month
Topic: December 2010 VOTM Voting Thread Open
Replies: 13
Views: 3442

Thanks guys! I updated my garage page with new pics!
by houseofbugs
Wed Nov 10, 2010 12:00 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic:
Replies: 30
Views: 4792

Re: (J_TO_ENVY)

Quote, originally posted by J_TO_ENVY »Well, I definitely can't wait to see the steelies on there! I think they're gonna look awesome!I might be interested in going. I don't know if I'd want to participate (I'd be too afraid of wrecking the Vibe ), but it might be fun to just go and watch...The Ice ...
by houseofbugs
Wed Nov 10, 2010 11:14 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic:
Replies: 30
Views: 4792

Re: (J_TO_ENVY)

Thanks everyone!Quote, originally posted by J_TO_ENVY »Great pictures Tim and congratulations on doing so well ! I was disappointed to see you weren't rocking the neon green steelies though .Even thought I tried I couldnt get them finished in time. :/ They are doing ice trials on a lake in WI in Feb...
by houseofbugs
Tue Nov 09, 2010 7:23 am
Forum: Maintenance Bay
Topic: Winter mode engaged!
Replies: 14
Views: 3530

Re: Winter mode engaged! (keithvibe)

Quote, originally posted by keithvibe »It's ok Keith. For $20 of Rustoleum paint you can be as cool as me too.
by houseofbugs
Tue Nov 09, 2010 5:18 am
Forum: Maintenance Bay
Topic: Winter mode engaged!
Replies: 14
Views: 3530

Re: (lovemyraffe)

Quote, originally posted by lovemyraffe »MY EYES!!!!! Do you drive under black lights often? No but I may have to throw some in the wheel well.
by houseofbugs
Tue Nov 09, 2010 1:14 am
Forum: Maintenance Bay
Topic: Winter mode engaged!
Replies: 14
Views: 3530

Blue? My car is black I figured winter is boring. I gotta spice it up a bit. They glow under black light
by houseofbugs
Tue Nov 09, 2010 12:14 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic:
Replies: 30
Views: 4792

Re: Rally the Vibe? Check. Keep up with a Subaru STI. Double check. :) (DressedInBlack)

Quote, originally posted by DressedInBlack »i dont have facebook...but do i still get free candy?awesome pics, man!!!!! thanks for sharing.I am putting the video of my car on the youtubez right now. DONE!Here it is: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K8bjXV0jP1wIt may not be done processing yet. Give it...
by houseofbugs
Mon Nov 08, 2010 11:47 pm
Forum: Maintenance Bay
Topic: Winter mode engaged!
Replies: 14
Views: 3530

Winter mode engaged!

Got my winter set on. They are Bridgestone Turanza EL400's. They are nice