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by zionzr2
Mon Mar 08, 2010 10:02 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Help Identify This Vehicle - UPDATE: SUSPECT ARRESTED!
Replies: 18
Views: 4931

I was thinking about it and it appears a little like a mazda 6
by zionzr2
Tue Mar 02, 2010 8:46 pm
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Does anyone on here use linux of some form?
Replies: 23
Views: 2934

First post running Xubuntu 9.10 on my own Laptop, via Live CD!only one quick issue I need to figure out how to configure my internal wifi card
by zionzr2
Tue Mar 02, 2010 6:53 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Does anyone on here use linux of some form?
Replies: 23
Views: 2934

Ok looking for some input here:I have an older Dell Inspiron laptop (about 5 years old) that was running XP pro. Now I want to scrub that drive and start over with linux. Could someone recommend a good Graphical User Interface version that I could start with. I pretty much will ust use this machine ...
by zionzr2
Sun Feb 28, 2010 2:43 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Thanks all...we're safe
Replies: 25
Views: 4064

Glad all is well with you HPL!!Hawaii has been in my thoughts and Prayers as well as those in Chile.news is saying the tsunami was not near as big as was expected. A good thing but worries me the next time. Dont want a crying wolf situation to arise.
by zionzr2
Thu Feb 25, 2010 9:20 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Transmission-Torque Converter Fluid Capacity
Replies: 4
Views: 1608

Re: Transmission-Torque Converter Fluid Capacity (Skyblue)

i think the 3.2 is what is removed with pan drop and drain.not a complete fluid amount.I did a drain and fill only and it was just shy of 3 qts.
by zionzr2
Tue Feb 16, 2010 8:35 pm
Forum: Exterior
Topic: Door Lighting
Replies: 27
Views: 6008

I might need to do this mod...I like!!!
by zionzr2
Tue Feb 16, 2010 5:47 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Happy Birthday to Me
Replies: 16
Views: 2664

happy birthday!
by zionzr2
Sat Feb 13, 2010 8:12 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: For the Ricers amongst us!
Replies: 25
Views: 4765

Re: (Haze)

Quote, originally posted by Haze »Well I was going to order it but at a $24 shipping charge for a $39 item I think not. What a rip off.still cheaper than a V8 swap
by zionzr2
Thu Feb 11, 2010 6:37 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: a trophy on top of the vibe
Replies: 14
Views: 2578

i think the deer is exceeding the manufactures weight limit for the roof. but nice to see the the vibe has one up over this deer.
by zionzr2
Thu Feb 11, 2010 6:30 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Captain Phil Harris R.I.P.
Replies: 8
Views: 1282

Re: (Kari)

Quote, originally posted by Kari »They have seasons 1-4 on Netflix for instant viewing.Thanks, I did see those episodes... Its the newer episodes I haven't seen.
by zionzr2
Wed Feb 10, 2010 8:39 pm
Forum: Wheels & Tires
Topic: 09 with 8000 miles - does tire warrantly cover pot hole damage?
Replies: 6
Views: 1942

+1 for filing a claim against the city-county-state or who ever is responsible for maintaining the road.
by zionzr2
Wed Feb 10, 2010 4:20 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Captain Phil Harris R.I.P.
Replies: 8
Views: 1282

he died doing what he loved!!May he REST IN PEACE!!!I loved that show, but now i dont have cable anymore i cant watch it. I'll have to wait for it on netflix.
by zionzr2
Tue Feb 09, 2010 6:57 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: How big is the drive line on a 09 AWD
Replies: 2
Views: 751

do you mean the shaft from the front to the rear??or the axle shaft from the differential to the wheels??
by zionzr2
Mon Feb 08, 2010 5:15 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: How problematic is the AWD Viscious Coupling?
Replies: 4
Views: 1780

I bought mine new in may '04 and now have 62K miles and zero problems with the awd system.
by zionzr2
Sat Feb 06, 2010 11:21 am
Forum: Exterior
Topic: Install Guide (How-To) Install XenonStore HCMSL
Replies: 2
Views: 2383

nice write-up added to the index!
by zionzr2
Thu Jan 28, 2010 8:37 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: google earth found me
Replies: 36
Views: 7804

Re: (keithvibe)

Quote, originally posted by keithvibe »are you trying to have your car thrown out? LOL not at allonly place to park when i got to work that day
by zionzr2
Thu Jan 28, 2010 8:33 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: google earth found me
Replies: 36
Views: 7804

heres a link where google street view found me.http://maps.google.com/maps?hl...,31.7In this shot i'm actually driving the white cargo van!!http://maps.google.com/maps?hl...&z=19
by zionzr2
Thu Jan 28, 2010 6:03 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: iPad who's gettin' one?
Replies: 48
Views: 9460

I think we just witnessed the Death of Kindle!
by zionzr2
Wed Jan 27, 2010 8:16 pm
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Did my taxes today! Woohoo!
Replies: 10
Views: 1551

one more w2 and half a dozen 1099 forms that wont all get here till late feb.
by zionzr2
Wed Jan 27, 2010 7:28 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: I did it...I DID IT! I HIT THE 400,000 MILE MARK ON MY 2004 VIBE!!!
Replies: 50
Views: 24049

Re: (toycar)

Quote, originally posted by toycar »First off.....congrats!!!second....what do you do that you have to drive soo many miles each year?Yeah!!I'd like to know that as well
by zionzr2
Tue Jan 26, 2010 8:08 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Engine Cover Bolts
Replies: 21
Views: 6782

I dont know, I never removed mine.i suppose it would be to easy for them to make the thread type the same as the front bolts so that all 4 would be the same?
by zionzr2
Mon Jan 25, 2010 8:26 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: NascarXprt's Big "Uh Oh!"
Replies: 42
Views: 6876

thats a pretty nasty impact!Glad no one is hurt!I hope it all works out ok!
by zionzr2
Sat Jan 23, 2010 9:21 pm
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Anybody have AAA?
Replies: 24
Views: 6296

I've been a member for over 10 years!they are great! and saving all the discounts they offer at places more than pays for it.Great piece of mind if you ever get stuck someplace or pull a bonehead move and lock yourself out. (guilty)
by zionzr2
Sat Jan 23, 2010 7:06 am
Forum: Tech Info & Do-It-Yourself Info
Topic: OBD II Scan Tool
Replies: 5
Views: 3701

another for scangaugeII
by zionzr2
Sat Jan 23, 2010 7:05 am
Forum: Maintenance Bay
Topic: Chassis lube, manual tranny - How to! (picture heavy)
Replies: 9
Views: 4229

Added to MAINT INDEX!!
by zionzr2
Fri Jan 22, 2010 10:28 pm
Forum: Exterior
Topic: how to adding fog lights to a base 09+ (no hacking wires)
Replies: 107
Views: 47511

Just added to the Mod Index!
by zionzr2
Wed Jan 20, 2010 8:28 pm
Forum: Maintenance Bay
Topic: How often do you change your oil? POLL
Replies: 35
Views: 19386

About 5K miles or 6-9 months which ever happens first.
by zionzr2
Sat Jan 16, 2010 9:57 pm
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: Bad Alternator?
Replies: 13
Views: 5824

I think my alternator is on its way out as well.I need some further testing to confirm.
by zionzr2
Sat Jan 16, 2010 7:58 am
Forum: Washing, Waxing, Cleaning
Topic: Safe to go thru drive thru car wash?
Replies: 26
Views: 14919

it unscrews easily. and is easily replaced no tools needed.
by zionzr2
Fri Jan 15, 2010 10:30 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: How many miles on your Vibes?
Replies: 1047
Views: 1891571

just over 62K miles
by zionzr2
Fri Jan 15, 2010 10:28 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: What highway speed results in your best fuel economy?
Replies: 18
Views: 4102

Re: What highway speed results in your best fuel economy? (gorgecat)

generally keeping it under 70 mph and 3K rpm will yield the best mpg results.
by zionzr2
Fri Jan 15, 2010 5:28 am
Forum: GenVibe Announcements
Topic: ou.grizzly is now a Global Moderator
Replies: 19
Views: 9527

congrats
by zionzr2
Thu Jan 14, 2010 8:44 pm
Forum: Wheels & Tires
Topic: Studded vs non-studded winter tires
Replies: 17
Views: 7975

Its TWENTY FREAKIN TEN why the heck dont they have retractable Studs yet????
by zionzr2
Tue Jan 12, 2010 7:31 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Chat night
Replies: 544
Views: 109288

I hope there will be some garlic bread too!
by zionzr2
Tue Jan 12, 2010 6:11 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Chat night
Replies: 544
Views: 109288

might stop in while watching Biggest Looser and eating all the wonderful tasting bad foods.
by zionzr2
Tue Jan 12, 2010 5:49 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Any Netflix users out there?
Replies: 16
Views: 3365

If anyone wants to friend me in Netflix just send me an IM with your netflix friend link and i'll send you mine
by zionzr2
Mon Jan 11, 2010 11:29 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Any Netflix users out there?
Replies: 16
Views: 3365

Any Netflix users out there?

I just signed up!Dont have Cable or Sat. any more and need something to fill the void the OTA networks leave.
by zionzr2
Fri Jan 08, 2010 11:09 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Grind going into 2nd
Replies: 6
Views: 1649

*Snide Comment Withheld*
by zionzr2
Fri Jan 08, 2010 11:06 am
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: HELPPPP!!!!!!! gas issues
Replies: 7
Views: 1231

Re: (beanzsl2)

according to my scangauge the auto will not shift to overdrive until the coolant reaches approx. 137 deg. F. Which is normal for the Vibe.
by zionzr2
Fri Jan 08, 2010 6:03 am
Forum: Maintenance Bay
Topic: brake pad replacement
Replies: 5
Views: 2102

Break fluid is often checked by color.and age.there are some methods that are supposed to be better like a dip strip that detects copper.The color should be almost clear or ever so slightly yellow.if its dark,... bleed(Flush) out the old and replace with new.I just did my wife's cobalt myself and sa...
by zionzr2
Tue Jan 05, 2010 5:41 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: whats your internet speed... postem....
Replies: 118
Views: 95798

And NOW!! Ping TEST!!!
by zionzr2
Mon Jan 04, 2010 11:27 am
Forum: Humor
Topic: Google advertisement
Replies: 5
Views: 1737

I'd take an hhr over a pt looser any day of the week and twice on sunday!
by zionzr2
Mon Dec 28, 2009 11:34 am
Forum: Exterior
Topic: Snow completely covering rear end of '09 GT. Any ideas?
Replies: 29
Views: 6706

instead of WD40, would rainX work?I love the stuff on the windows... never tried it on the lights.
by zionzr2
Sat Dec 26, 2009 5:00 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Your Favorite Present
Replies: 32
Views: 5260

the Vibe Chilton avail at amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Toyota-M...r=8-1
by zionzr2
Fri Dec 25, 2009 7:43 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Your Favorite Present
Replies: 32
Views: 5260

i was gifted with the Chilton manual for the Vibe!!
by zionzr2
Wed Dec 23, 2009 6:08 am
Forum: Site Problems, Suggestions, Questions
Topic: spellcheck inop?
Replies: 7
Views: 2812

Re: spellcheck inop? (ColonelPanic)

i use the built-in spell check that comes with firefox.
by zionzr2
Tue Dec 22, 2009 4:04 am
Forum: Maintenance Bay
Topic: power steering fluid in 2005 vibe
Replies: 5
Views: 3061

Re: power steering fluid in 2005 vibe (jbyerley)

a Dexron III approved ATF is the correct fluid to use.I use royal purple MAX ATF in mine.
by zionzr2
Sun Dec 20, 2009 8:10 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: NEW TO MY 2004 VIBE- don't know a whole lot about them.
Replies: 21
Views: 2824

Welcome!I love the Springs! I have family all over that area.All your Vibe answers can and will be answered in the millions of posts in these forums.
by zionzr2
Sun Dec 20, 2009 7:59 am
Forum: Wheels & Tires
Topic: Problem with tire cables
Replies: 12
Views: 2052

Re: Problem with tire cables (fiveyears)

Quote, originally posted by fiveyears »....The reason I'd like to solve this is many places in CA actually require chains. Yosemite in winter is one example. Snow tires aren't sufficient.Thanks.wow...I have never used or have needed to use cables/chains all my life. But then I've never owned a rear...
by zionzr2
Sun Dec 20, 2009 7:47 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Oh NO!! Not Another "New Member," First Post!!
Replies: 48
Views: 7164

Hey Welcome!!!What part of Austin you in???I'm by Mo-Pac & 290!