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by ctgottapee
Sun May 24, 2015 4:51 pm
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: improve FM radio reception--aftermarket HU
Replies: 27
Views: 12177

Re: improve FM radio reception--aftermarket HU

FM reception relates to the tuners sensitivity, some manufacturers publish specs, and sometimes they are honest..... and to the size and primarily the height of the antenna; higher the better. The standard old school vertical antenna is about the best solution for a moving object for the FM band; a ...
by ctgottapee
Sun May 24, 2015 4:35 pm
Forum: Maintenance Bay
Topic: What did you do to your Vibe today?
Replies: 3701
Views: 6069330

Re: What did you do to your Vibe today?

I got the roof rack removed from an 09 (posted pics) Did the sea foam deep creep spray in the throttle body, and clean it out, along with white smoke bomb Pressured washed and degreased the engine, and took stock of rusted parts that needed some cleanup/replacment Started modding the rear light fixt...
by ctgottapee
Sat May 23, 2015 7:26 pm
Forum: Maintenance Bay
Topic: 2nd gen 2009-10 2.4L Tune Up / Common Maintenance Thread
Replies: 5
Views: 7034

Re: 2nd gen 2009-10 2.4L Tune Up / Common Maintenance Thread

-Engine Oil Pan Drop, Oil Pan Gasket Replacement, Pump Pickup Screen Cleaning: Really not necessary for a tuneup as you can get all the oil out without a pan drop, but mine gasket was leaking pretty bad. I used sea foam and it really appeared to clean up things. After filling with replacement oil, I...
by ctgottapee
Sat May 23, 2015 6:38 pm
Forum: Maintenance Bay
Topic: 2nd gen 2009-10 2.4L Tune Up / Common Maintenance Thread
Replies: 5
Views: 7034

2nd gen 2009-10 2.4L Tune Up / Common Maintenance Thread

Hopefully a spot for the 2.4 common maintenance and tune up. [A work in progress] Comments / Questions / Links to other threads/sites to steal from are welcome -Grease- Graphite the lock cylinders Silicon grease weatherstrips; lube hood latch, secondary latch, pivots, spring anchor, release pawl, ho...
by ctgottapee
Sat May 23, 2015 4:10 pm
Forum: For Sale/Wanted
Topic: wanted 09 GT strut brace
Replies: 11
Views: 1830

wanted 09 GT strut brace

Maybe you upgraded to the fancy after market model...
I wouldn't mind giving your old factory bar some love on my AWD, the aftermarket model might be a little overkill for me
by ctgottapee
Sat May 23, 2015 3:55 pm
Forum: The Others
Topic: DeClercq's Elantra GT thread
Replies: 13
Views: 4128

Re: DeClercq's Elantra GT thread

Interesting thread as he looked at the same cars as I did before hoping on a Vibe deal

the 2015 GT gets rid of the smile grill which really make the car look top notch

I saw another Vibe like SUV/crossover copy the other day from one of the smaller brands, but it was way overpriced.
by ctgottapee
Sat May 23, 2015 3:44 pm
Forum: Maintenance Bay
Topic: What did you do to your Vibe today?
Replies: 3701
Views: 6069330

Re: What did you do to your Vibe today?

Finally got around to better hiding the ballasts, igniters and wiring for the low beam HIDs on my mom's Vibe today. I also made a couple small changes to the engine bay of my Vibe. I will try and post some pictures tomorrow morning... you forgot about these pics ;) was thinking about how to hide/pl...
by ctgottapee
Sat May 23, 2015 3:19 pm
Forum: Exterior
Topic: Pictures of a 2009 roof rack?
Replies: 26
Views: 12556

Re: Pictures of a 2009 roof rack?

not to resurrect and dead thread, but here is the info needed that wasn't clear for those who want to get rid or replace their rack. The clip retainers are NOT installed under the roof racks that come from the factory, so if you want to use the stock filler clips, you need to order them or find anot...
by ctgottapee
Thu May 21, 2015 11:39 am
Forum: Maintenance Bay
Topic: Road Trip
Replies: 26
Views: 4727

Re: Road Trip

Would love to see some pics or thoughts on the work you did. I think I'm going to start a 09 tune up thread. I've got 216K on mine and it still has the orig water pump, alternator and starter which is pretty amazing. Only thing I would add, if you've never journeyed across the center of the country ...
by ctgottapee
Thu May 21, 2015 11:22 am
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: 2008 Vibe Non-M&T Upgrades.
Replies: 2
Views: 856

Re: 2008 Vibe Non-M&T Upgrades.

You can make a spot in the door pillar area, how well it looks is up to your skill and materials, and then running the wire. The M&T tweeter just uses a diff pillar panel with a grill cutout. Space behind would still be the same If you don't like the end result, you can buy a new oem filler piec...
by ctgottapee
Thu May 21, 2015 11:12 am
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: Took in for 2 recalls, returned back damaged
Replies: 21
Views: 4269

Re: Took in for 2 recalls, returned back damaged

The recall reimbursement rates are crap so the dealer pushes(schedules) the mechanics to work fast. Plus being the older models, they are not under any local service contracts so it's more affordable to listen to you b!tch about damage rather than pay to do it right. You can get good service, but yo...
by ctgottapee
Mon May 18, 2015 9:12 pm
Forum: Maintenance Bay
Topic: AC Clutch Screw
Replies: 1
Views: 579

Re: AC Clutch Screw

I guess when people don't say it's an 09, it's assumed that it's gen1?

The gm parts catalogs are where to search, if possible
by ctgottapee
Mon May 18, 2015 9:10 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: new member ct
Replies: 14
Views: 1925

Re: new member ct

If you have 4 to offer, I could see if they'd suspend the order. How did you come by extras? Actually I have exactly EIGHT of the roof rack covers remaining. Along with TEN radio knobs. I've already given away several over the past three years whenever someone expresses the need. If you can stop by...
by ctgottapee
Sun May 17, 2015 8:35 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: new member ct
Replies: 14
Views: 1925

Re: new member ct

also get rid of the luggage rack; ordered the plastic inserts Ahmmmmm .... Rule no 1 on this forum. Always ask for freebies or if any of us menbers here have what you're looking for. I have SEVERAL of the black plastic blanks that clip in the roof of the 2009-10 Vibe's roof rack openings. FREE .......
by ctgottapee
Sun May 17, 2015 6:07 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: What is the voltage .... of your antifreeze?
Replies: 6
Views: 1351

Re: What is the voltage .... of your antifreeze?

Yeah I've done that before on an older car with the old school green antifreeze

not sure how useful the number is which diff fluids and different makes
by ctgottapee
Sat May 16, 2015 5:03 pm
Forum: Maintenance Bay
Topic: Cabin Filter Source Update
Replies: 15
Views: 4067

Re: Cabin Filter Source Update

Currently, I'm trying out a Fram Fresh Breeze CF10374. Found it for ~$15 on Amazon and it qualifies for Prime shipping. Seems to work fine. Too bad it can't help the smell of the air coming from the vents thanks to whatever is growing inside the evaporator... You need to try an evaporator cleaner p...
by ctgottapee
Sat May 16, 2015 4:58 pm
Forum: Maintenance Bay
Topic: Cabin Filter Source Update
Replies: 15
Views: 4067

Re: Cabin Filter Source Update

We too have been using FRAM Fresh Breeze cabin air filters (#CF10285) for a couple years now. FRAM is always offering $3.00 off mail-in rebates on them, so I buy two of them at either Farm & Fleet or Walmart and then send in the rebates and get $6.00 back, so the filters end up being $15.00 or ...
by ctgottapee
Sat May 16, 2015 4:53 pm
Forum: Tech Info & Do-It-Yourself Info
Topic: Anyone use another service manual source, like online sites, etc
Replies: 5
Views: 2230

Re: Anyone use another service manual source, like online sites, etc

That coupon code got my 2yrs worth at 12.95 which is reasonable for a look. I'm not that impressed, it is very difficult to navigate and leaves a bit to be desired - I have a giant service manual for my other car so I'm expecting a lot.... There are occasional errors/typos that are corrected in othe...
by ctgottapee
Sat May 16, 2015 4:04 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Seating the right CV axle
Replies: 7
Views: 1188

Re: Seating the right CV axle

It's not a serious auto repair until you get out the hammer!
by ctgottapee
Sat May 16, 2015 4:01 pm
Forum: Maintenance Bay
Topic: 2nd Gen: Two alternatives to Toyota SLLC
Replies: 4
Views: 1284

Re: 2nd Gen: Two alternatives to Toyota SLLC

ct: good post; thanks. I do hope that the end of your post is a mistype by you and not part of the GM bulletin. It should be 2008, not 2009. T-IV fluid was never inserted at NUMMI in the 2009-2010 Vibe. Actually an typo in the bulletin. Errors seem to be common, even when correcting other errors. T...
by ctgottapee
Sat May 16, 2015 3:55 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: 2nd Gen: Anyone Replaced Coil Packs and Plugs Yet?
Replies: 15
Views: 4645

Re: 2nd Gen: Anyone Replaced Coil Packs and Plugs Yet?

I'm nearing 90,000 on my 2zr engine and was wondering if anyone on this board has replaced any/all of the coil packs and/or spark plugs on a 2nd generation Vibe yet? Rock auto does not list the same parts for the coil pack for the Vibe and the Matrix. The Denso coil pack is listed under the Vibe pa...
by ctgottapee
Sat May 16, 2015 3:29 pm
Forum: Events
Topic: GenVibe Meet 2015
Replies: 86
Views: 37359

Re: GenVibe Meet 2015

Unfortunately, there is no drive-in nearby that I'm aware of, but there is a movie theater in downtown Pontiac. Back in 2013, a few people went there to catch a movie on Friday night. There is a fairly well run and updated drive in theater with first run movies in another small town nearby, Harvest...
by ctgottapee
Thu May 14, 2015 6:25 pm
Forum: Maintenance Bay
Topic: 2nd Gen: Two alternatives to Toyota SLLC
Replies: 4
Views: 1284

Re: 2nd Gen: Two alternatives to Toyota SLLC

GM issued a service bulletin back in 2008.. INFORMATION Bulletin No.: 08-07-30-037A Date: September 15, 2008 Subject: Use of Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF-WS) for 2009 Pontiac Vibe Models: 2009 Pontiac Vibe with Automatic Transmission (RPO MVA, MVB, MVD) Supercede: This bulletin is being revised...
by ctgottapee
Thu May 14, 2015 1:42 pm
Forum: Tech Info & Do-It-Yourself Info
Topic: Anyone use another service manual source, like online sites, etc
Replies: 5
Views: 2230

Re: Anyone use another service manual source, like online sites, etc

https://www.alldatadiy.com/ is $45 for five years of access. It's not as detailed as the shop manual, but it does give parts pricing and repair time estimates. You can preview the info for a Nissan to get an idea of what is provided. EDIT: Retailmenot.com has a coupon code for three years of access...
by ctgottapee
Wed May 13, 2015 8:44 pm
Forum: For Sale/Wanted
Topic: [sold]2009 base/awd fog light inserts (no fog light grill) or swap foglights
Replies: 4
Views: 1122

[sold]2009 base/awd fog light inserts (no fog light grill) or swap foglights

I'd like to replace my fog light equipped 2009 with the dummy black inserts [part14 left and right].

If you want to upgrade, we could also trade - of course you'd need to handle the wiring and triggering part of the install if as your vehicle doesn't have that.
by ctgottapee
Wed May 13, 2015 7:41 pm
Forum: Tech Info & Do-It-Yourself Info
Topic: The Great How-To Modification Index!
Replies: 16
Views: 34136

Re: The Great How-To Modification Index!

Unfortunately all the links are dead, maybe using an old format...
by ctgottapee
Wed May 13, 2015 7:40 pm
Forum: Tech Info & Do-It-Yourself Info
Topic: Anyone use another service manual source, like online sites, etc
Replies: 5
Views: 2230

Anyone use another service manual source, like online sites, etc

I guess cause it's rare, and most shops are on the puter by now, can't find any reasonably priced service (shop) manuals for the vibe. Was looking at some service repair sites like all data, that independent mechanics tend to use. Anyone else try this or have any other sources. Sometimes autozone wi...
by ctgottapee
Wed May 13, 2015 7:23 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: new member ct
Replies: 14
Views: 1925

Re: new member ct

off to blow some money on upgrades ;) What upgrades are you wanting to do? first a tuneup. got most of the parts and fluids. will take some time to go through each system and do a little research then have a full detail scheduled then repair a few things, rear taillight has a crack; windshield has ...
by ctgottapee
Wed May 13, 2015 7:23 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: GMPartsCenter.net discount offers
Replies: 74
Views: 16965

Re: GMPartsCenter.net discount offers

vibenvy wrote:
ctgottapee wrote:Thanks worked great, but got a backorder although listed in stock [figures]
Glad you were able to take advantage of the discount! Out of curiousity, what did you order?
replacement tail light

bumper cover

4 roof rack covers
by ctgottapee
Sat May 09, 2015 8:53 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: new member ct
Replies: 14
Views: 1925

Re: new member ct

apparently not many want a high mileage car, much less a pontiac (not knowing it's a toyota)
scored it for under 5K and got the original wheels with snow tires.
the interior is in great shape as it was basically a one driver highway commute.

thx for the welcome
off to blow some money on upgrades ;)
by ctgottapee
Sat May 09, 2015 8:48 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: GMPartsCenter.net discount offers
Replies: 74
Views: 16965

Re: GMPartsCenter.net discount offers

vibenvy wrote:I know it's kind of short notice, but GMPartsCenter.net is currently offering the following discount through May 8, 2015:

Enter coupon code 4MOM at checkout to receive 10% off any order of $150.00 or more.
Thanks worked great, but got a backorder although listed in stock [figures]
by ctgottapee
Thu May 07, 2015 6:11 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: new member ct
Replies: 14
Views: 1925

new member ct

2009 Black 2.4L AWD with 216k highway miles, everything stock at purchase except aftermarket wheels Great car for what it is and got a steal of a price, still getting use to the cabin noise and rattles... ....searching the forum for tuneup advice and diagrams Located right outside Pontiac so maybe I...