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by midnighthunder89
Mon Feb 20, 2012 8:47 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: 74 VW Beetle progress
Replies: 3
Views: 1196

Re: 74 VW Beetle progress (djkeev)

stock is good just wasnt sure if it was it was a 1200 - 1600. keep up the good work.
by midnighthunder89
Mon Feb 20, 2012 8:16 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: 74 VW Beetle progress
Replies: 3
Views: 1196

Re: 74 VW Beetle progress (djkeev)

Very nice. what engine are you putting in it?
by midnighthunder89
Tue Feb 14, 2012 12:15 pm
Forum: For Sale/Wanted
Topic: wanted 2010 17" oem rims
Replies: 4
Views: 1001

Re: wanted 2010 17" oem rims (trb)

Thank you both, I actually just moved to KY but ill check and see if some of them could ship
by midnighthunder89
Mon Feb 13, 2012 8:23 pm
Forum: For Sale/Wanted
Topic: wanted 2010 17" oem rims
Replies: 4
Views: 1001

wanted 2010 17" oem rims

Hello,I hit a pothole yesterday and bent one of my rims. Does anyone know where I could get a replacement, or does anyone have one they want to sell.Thanks
by midnighthunder89
Wed Nov 16, 2011 1:51 pm
Forum: Canada - Ontario
Topic: Wiper speed...
Replies: 15
Views: 5728

i have variable on my '10 so if you have a fixed one you can prob upgrade the stalk
by midnighthunder89
Tue Jan 18, 2011 6:52 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: 2011 Vibe?
Replies: 10
Views: 2554

I think the plant closed in april, but recentally toyata and tesla have bought it and are working on another joint plant. http://www.bizjournals.com/san...html
by midnighthunder89
Wed Jan 12, 2011 10:25 pm
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: Traction Control / Electric PS Oddity ?
Replies: 14
Views: 3515

Re: (star_deceiver)

Quote, originally posted by star_deceiver » Nope. I turn the system off and drive the car! how do you turn it off when i hit 35mph it auto turns on
by midnighthunder89
Wed Jan 12, 2011 10:23 pm
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Chance to Take Part in a Sign/Graphics Shop
Replies: 12
Views: 3185

be very general at first try not to design for just people with vibes or whatever try to make things that you could sell to a wide variety of people.
by midnighthunder89
Wed Jan 12, 2011 12:19 am
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: Traction Control / Electric PS Oddity ?
Replies: 14
Views: 3515

when I am in deep snow mine dims too the interior light the headlights and the radio all dim/ get quieter. I think that is normal. it only happens when I am really using the traction control like up steep hills in deep snow
by midnighthunder89
Thu Dec 16, 2010 2:45 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: College Student Looking at an 03 Vibe...Good deal?
Replies: 26
Views: 5352

i swim in it you just have to jump in wait for your body to numb up then it is great
by midnighthunder89
Wed Dec 15, 2010 12:06 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: College Student Looking at an 03 Vibe...Good deal?
Replies: 26
Views: 5352

ya it takes prem. and it is a manual I dont think she wanted that either but it looked in good condition from the few pics there were
by midnighthunder89
Tue Dec 14, 2010 1:09 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: College Student Looking at an 03 Vibe...Good deal?
Replies: 26
Views: 5352

I love the Fwd, yes i wish i had some 16 steelies and snow tires but when you drive in the snow as much as I do you get pretty good at it. The hardest part in houghton is the hill grades are higher than "normal" roads but there is always roads that are better than others you just have to k...
by midnighthunder89
Tue Dec 14, 2010 1:06 pm
Forum: Tech Info & Do-It-Yourself Info
Topic: Help Hard Wireing Phone Charger
Replies: 6
Views: 1775

i have heard there is an extra wiring for a cig lighter you could use
by midnighthunder89
Mon Dec 13, 2010 1:29 pm
Forum: Humor
Topic: best car ever?
Replies: 6
Views: 2392

See another great use for a great car :D
by midnighthunder89
Mon Dec 13, 2010 1:23 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: College Student Looking at an 03 Vibe...Good deal?
Replies: 26
Views: 5352

Re: (rAERRK)

No way I go to michigan tech. You dont really need the awd the fwd on these cars work great, this is coming from a guy who had awd previously. you should look when you go down state there are many more options, and IMO cars are taken better care of down there. The UP has alot of "different"...
by midnighthunder89
Mon Dec 13, 2010 1:34 am
Forum: Humor
Topic: best car ever?
Replies: 6
Views: 2392

Re: (09vGT)

Even tho it needed to be flipped back over after every turn the fact that the 2 seater could be up righted by one person was a plus.I was surprised that is survived for as long as it did. 73 to 2001 not a bad run. I like the fact that the 850cc engine could make it pop wheelies, ya you cant steer an...
by midnighthunder89
Sun Dec 12, 2010 7:38 am
Forum: Humor
Topic: best car ever?
Replies: 6
Views: 2392

best car ever?

by midnighthunder89
Sun Dec 12, 2010 3:51 am
Forum: Interior
Topic: ADDING DELAY WIPERS
Replies: 10
Views: 2602

I have 2 settings for the rear and like 15 setting for the front on the 2010
by midnighthunder89
Sun Dec 12, 2010 3:49 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Goodie, Goodie Snowdrops!
Replies: 183
Views: 25534

Re: Goodie, Goodie Snowdrops! (BlueCrush)

Quote, originally posted by BlueCrush »Yup, they are gonna play in Detroit on Monday night.possibly free tickets? http://www.freep.com/article/2...Field
by midnighthunder89
Sat Dec 11, 2010 2:04 am
Forum: Humor
Topic: vibe bush guard?
Replies: 25
Views: 11908

it is usually brush guard that covers the front protecting the lights and stuff, the smaller one like i posted are called bull bars. But people knew what you ment and that is all that matters
by midnighthunder89
Fri Dec 10, 2010 6:30 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Goodie, Goodie Snowdrops!
Replies: 183
Views: 25534

hope your fronts are in good shape seeing that it is a FWD vehicle your power and steering is dependent on the front wheels
by midnighthunder89
Fri Dec 10, 2010 5:57 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Goodie, Goodie Snowdrops!
Replies: 183
Views: 25534

ya this is not normal Mn gets huge snow and it all goes away by the time it hits houghton. but tomorrow we should be seeing something nice. http://www.johndee.com/ click on forecast graphic. he is pretty good about predicting LES
by midnighthunder89
Thu Dec 09, 2010 10:57 pm
Forum: Exterior
Topic: Most aerodynamic Vibe? ....i think so!
Replies: 25
Views: 6125

at least it is better than alot of the high mpg club. there are a lot of people that worry to much about getting every dose of energy out of a tank of gas. they could just save 100% gas and buy a bike. I ride my bike everyday year round, once you get used to plowing through the snow it is not that b...
by midnighthunder89
Thu Dec 09, 2010 11:45 am
Forum: Humor
Topic: vibe bush guard?
Replies: 25
Views: 11908

I have always liked the look of off road/ rally lights. In the UP there are alot of times that I wish I had more light just have not done anything to fix that prob.
by midnighthunder89
Thu Dec 09, 2010 11:39 am
Forum: US - North Central
Topic: GVC Michigan Super Meet 2011
Replies: 136
Views: 37854

o come on it is beautiful up here in the UP. we can set it in copper harbor so all the michiganders can go to the very top of mi
by midnighthunder89
Wed Dec 08, 2010 10:56 pm
Forum: Humor
Topic: vibe bush guard?
Replies: 25
Views: 11908

Re: vibe bush guard? (A Psycho Martyr)

I would not mind having one like this with the lights on it. It would prob have to be custom made, but that doesn't seem too hard.
by midnighthunder89
Tue Dec 07, 2010 9:32 am
Forum: US - North Central
Topic: GVC Michigan Super Meet 2011
Replies: 136
Views: 37854

im down
by midnighthunder89
Mon Dec 06, 2010 6:48 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: How much do you drive?
Replies: 34
Views: 7234

I got mine with 50 miles on it I am at 20000 a year later I dont drive much when I am at school but I drive 511 miles one way to school and usually go home like 6 times during the year so 12 trips at 511= 6132 miles a school year.
by midnighthunder89
Mon Dec 06, 2010 6:44 am
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: Rear washer fluid works, front does not?
Replies: 7
Views: 2306

Re: Rear washer fluid works, front does not? (tribalman)

Have you checked the fluid i know if mine gets to low the back will still work but the front wont.
by midnighthunder89
Mon Nov 22, 2010 3:41 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Top Gear America
Replies: 9
Views: 2430

I think it will improve as time goes on the uk topgear season 1 was not the best but it got alot better as time went on
by midnighthunder89
Wed Nov 17, 2010 11:22 pm
Forum: Wheels & Tires
Topic: steel rims
Replies: 33
Views: 7836

ya but as a college student 80 for 4 sounds alot better still trying to decide if they will work.
by midnighthunder89
Sun Nov 14, 2010 11:40 am
Forum: The Others
Topic: Future Cars for purchase
Replies: 28
Views: 6618

drive it till the wheels fall off then put them back on and keep on driviing
by midnighthunder89
Sun Nov 14, 2010 11:05 am
Forum: Wheels & Tires
Topic: Never too early to aquire summer rims and tires
Replies: 23
Views: 4647

i miss my sunfire conv
by midnighthunder89
Tue Nov 02, 2010 6:02 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: New Member from Michigan
Replies: 10
Views: 1946

welcome. if you know the codes for the check engine light there is usually someone on here that can tell you what they mean.
by midnighthunder89
Mon Nov 01, 2010 3:19 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Halloween Costume Photos (Post em Here)
Replies: 51
Views: 15127

Re: (tribalman)

my friend and i were lego people. we had great reactions and won 1st prize at a costume contest at a local bar. $100 bar tab. about $20 to make each one with way to many hours spent to get them how we wanted them
by midnighthunder89
Thu Oct 28, 2010 11:43 am
Forum: Wheels & Tires
Topic: steel rims
Replies: 33
Views: 7836

Re: (J_TO_ENVY)

does that mean it would rub or would it be ok? i am having a really hard time finding used steels
by midnighthunder89
Thu Oct 28, 2010 1:26 am
Forum: Wheels & Tires
Topic: steel rims
Replies: 33
Views: 7836

does anyone know if steelies from a 2008 altima will fit. i think it is the right bolt pattern and they are 16" just cant find anything on the offset of them.
by midnighthunder89
Sun Oct 17, 2010 6:14 am
Forum: Exterior
Topic: Roof Light Bar
Replies: 7
Views: 3058

Re: Roof Light Bar (budsully13)

This is something someone made out of a shower curtain on a forum i used to be active in. I am sure if you liked the look you could make a similar style. It is a stainless steel shower curtain rod and some plastic clips, the wires are run inside. or something like this http://www.stylintrucks.com/pa...
by midnighthunder89
Mon Sep 27, 2010 7:15 am
Forum: Wheels & Tires
Topic: steel rims
Replies: 33
Views: 7836

does anyone use firestone winterforce for winter tires? I found a set with low low miles for cheap. best of all they are the right size. just curious how they handled and your review
by midnighthunder89
Sun Sep 26, 2010 11:47 pm
Forum: Wheels & Tires
Topic: How does your FWD GT handle in winter conditions?
Replies: 15
Views: 5329

Re: How does your FWD GT handle in winter conditions? (keithvibe)

Quote, originally posted by keithvibe »Now that I've got your attention, my next suggestion is to take your car to an empty parking lot the next time it snows and give the car a run for the money. See where the edge of control and your white knuckling take over. Then you can better understand your ...
by midnighthunder89
Sun Sep 26, 2010 1:01 am
Forum: Wheels & Tires
Topic: How does your FWD GT handle in winter conditions?
Replies: 15
Views: 5329

I dont have a gt but have the 2.4l and 17" rims. we get alot of snow here but the biggest problem is the steep hills with the snow on them. I did just fine last year when driving around the steep slope in the snow with the factory tires. This year I am hoping to have 16" steels and winter ...
by midnighthunder89
Mon Sep 13, 2010 10:46 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: I need a roof rack for a 2009 Vibe
Replies: 14
Views: 4322

Re: I need a roof rack for a 2009 Vibe (jdmdetroit)

welcome. before you decide to get a rack consider what you will be using it for. The biggest issue I have with the stock 09-10 racks for the vibe are they are at a fixed location. Yes a matrix one will fit there is a member on here with it. but to be honest If i were to do it again I would buy a yak...
by midnighthunder89
Mon Sep 13, 2010 10:42 pm
Forum: Exterior
Topic: Adding a snow plow to my Vibe? Good idea?
Replies: 14
Views: 3961

you could buy a ****ty pickup with a plow for like 500 ya it will be rusty but it would get the job done if you have a really big driveway. otherwise I would say snowblower, or lawn tractor.
by midnighthunder89
Sun Sep 12, 2010 11:22 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: My "New" Toy (Canoe)
Replies: 9
Views: 2477

Where, in all reality, it will probably hang for 364 days out of 365. Ha ha this is usually a true fact I had an older windsurfer that did that used it once a year for 5 years then i sold it now I have a kayak and use it probably 20 times a summer. looks like some fun. take it out and enjoy the weat...
by midnighthunder89
Sat Sep 11, 2010 7:57 am
Forum: Exterior
Topic: Cheap Drifter bumper fix..
Replies: 18
Views: 2777

I have seen the zip-tie solution many times http://www.driftworks.com/foru....html
by midnighthunder89
Fri Sep 10, 2010 12:54 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: '09 bottomed out
Replies: 5
Views: 1410

Re: (ramenboy...)

I have bottomed out on a driveway at school when I had 5 people plus gear in it. bad noise no damage.
by midnighthunder89
Fri Sep 10, 2010 12:53 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Finally had another Vibe owner acknowledge me today!
Replies: 21
Views: 4071

Re: Finally had another Vibe owner acknowledge me today! (Feelin' The Vibe)

I am always waving but never get anything from it. o well
by midnighthunder89
Thu Sep 09, 2010 10:52 am
Forum: Wheels & Tires
Topic: steel rims
Replies: 33
Views: 7836

Re: (j42.snyder)

http://up.craigslist.org/for/1940432284.html does anyone know if these would fit I am having a hard time figuring out the bolt pattern
by midnighthunder89
Wed Sep 08, 2010 12:17 pm
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: Turning off headlights 09 Vibe
Replies: 85
Views: 54460

wow thanks where did you attach all of the relays?