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Quick questions again Does KYB have Quick Strut Assemblies available? Could you please tell me the Part Number of the Monroe OESpectrum Quick Strut? Should I get the Quick Struts? If I do I should have ALL the parts including the strut mounts correct? Monroe just added the front Struts for the 09-1...

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Once I get the new knob in I will see if I can CAD something up and try to print it out on a 3D printer. I am thinking in particular a clear insert that would fill in the entire back side of the knob and distribute the load throughout. If I do end up coming up with some kind of solution like that I...

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The only thing you lose if you epoxy the inside of the knob is the light coming through the translucent ring on the knob face. Clear epoxy might alleviate that but it would still probably be dimmer. The shrink-wrap idea is interesting. Hard to say whether it will strengthen the weak plastic core en...

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Congrats on the new Vibe! I really like it in white, probably the only car I really like in white. I almost bought one in white, but they sold it before I could get to the dealer. Your parents made a good choice. I bought my son his 06 back when he was in 11th grade, and I'll probably end up giving...

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BaseWhiteVibe wrote:Would you happen to know the part numbers of the KYB's?

I noted that KYB are the original for my 2009 Vibe.....It is stamped on the strut or rear shock.

I would like to use the Monroe OESpectrum as I noted elsewhere. I would assumed that you will get the OEM type ride with the KYB.

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Just ordered one as well, it hasn't come in yet. Could anything be done to beef it up? I was thinking of filling in the area around where the shaft slides into the knob to make it rock solid, then again I haven't seen the back side of it yet. If I do end up trying something I will post it on here J...

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Question:

I have ordered the new knobs. When I remove the dash trim around the 2009 Vibe radio, I do not have to remove the HVAC control knobs, correct? It should slip off around them?

Bought four knobs from NewGMParts.com at $4.92 each plus 12.00 ship and handling.

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The radio Knob found already broke.... In otherwords, my second radio (replaced free due to the knob being crack) in 2009 of the 2009 Vibe, has been found to have a broken volume control knob again when I first touched it today. Now that I have to remove the radio myself (out of warranty) to replace...

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Look into Monroe OESpectrum Struts )now available for the Vibe. However, only the front Struts are listed currently for the 2009-2010) From Monroe specs: "OESpectrumÂ® units provide an unprecedented level of handling precision and control while filtering out the ride harshness commonly encounte...

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selectorbas wrote:Looking for a nice body kit for my vibe. I live in Toronto. Any ideas?

Thanks!

Like the body for what is given as it's form. Adding and changing the original look says that you don't like what you got.

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Is that a pin strip line on the fender "wave" shape and along doors at the bend? Looking at your top first picture. if so it looks good.

Did not see you talk about it or showed a closeup of it.

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I have been driving the '09 Vibe with all the tires inflated to 40 psi for two months now. These are the 17 inch low profile OEM Goodyear tires. The ride really does feel better. However, I did not recheck the tire pressure during this time. But, with the outdoor temperature rising for the summer, I...

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I walked up to my Vibe and looked at the dirt on it.

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Hey it's drunken all you old school genvibers. It's been a long time since I visited, the site is completely different! I have been married for over four years now and it's neat to look over all my old posts and reminisce on being a young/dumb kid. I'm 31 years old now and have been married for fou...

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I placed this copy of my reply to (New member here with questions) from the lounge here as well...... Kincaid wrote: I do not know about towing. I second the addition of the SRI. I'd like to get one myself. The only other thing for mpg that I can think of is the old trick of pumping up the air press...

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I do not know about towing. I second the addition of the SRI. I'd like to get one myself. The only other thing for mpg that I can think of is the old trick of pumping up the air pressure in the tires to about 40 psi. Believe it or not this also takes some of the harshness out of the ride, I think b...

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ColonelPanic wrote:Granted, I prefer the Pacer... But if it looked like a Gremlin, I'd be interested in one. THis thing? Nope.

Pacers and Gremlins???? You old timers miss the good old days....all steel cars with growing rust.

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The future Toyota Corolla at the NYC Auto Show: http://i1189.photobucket.com/albums/z430/kolgreg/2013%20NYC%20Auto%20Show/P3300241.jpg http://i1189.photobucket.com/albums/z430/kolgreg/2013%20NYC%20Auto%20Show/P3300242.jpg http://i1189.photobucket.com/albums/z430/kolgreg/2013%20NYC%20Auto%20Show/P330...

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There was NO Matrix on the floor of the 2013 NYC auto show. Toyota's cars look very dated. However you should of seen the 2014 Corolla. Very slick!

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At $24,000 there are a lot of other and IMO better alternatives. I almost bought a 4 dr Sonic for the heck of it before the end of Feb. because of $3,000 in GM rebates plus discount - but I was just too busy to get serious about that. I would have sold it hoping to make several hundred profit or tr...

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I say this site is good to drive another 11 years. Happy anniversary
And I hope my Vibe is still good to drive by then.

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I say this site is good to drive another 11 years. Happy anniversary
And I hope my Vibe is still good to drive by then.

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04shadowvibe wrote:regular is 3.79 here and i need to fill up with diesel tonight at 4.19. Cant wait to get the Vibe! the diesel will barely leave the garage then unless its needed.

Can someone tell me why diesel fuel is much higher then gas prices?

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I recently looked at an Encore at the remaining Buick dealer in my area. I was not impressed. The Encore is shorter than a gen1 Vibe and also 3" taller. Add to this its' shorter wheelbase and the Encore looks ungainly to me. I am concerned about its' handling at high speeds. I like the idea a ...

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The Encore seems to be a big hit. Everybody was all over it like VIBE-brating bees. It was nicer then it looks from a picture and bigger then I thought. Much fatter the the Sonic. It also has big 18 wheels that made it stand tall and SUV like. Stard price at about $24000.00. I like most things about...

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Did your new Vibe come with the roof rack or did you add that as well?
And why did your company need the roof rack?
I don't have an AWD but I did order the 2009 with the rack.
How do you like the rear camera system?
How many miles on the car?

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[quote="CAMOGIRL"]Haha, yeah it's kindof an Oz/Choirchick one night stand thing in my books. Sonic gets her shape from her Momma, but all her Daddy's good looks..lol Parknvibe, THANKS!! I'm adjusting to the lack of hatch space, but it hasn't really been an issue. I even recently hauled hom...

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Have you notice that the front end of the Lincoln MKZ as well as most of the Lincoln newer models is begining to take shape and look of the traditional Pontiac look?

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Dear Camogirl: I like your car. Does it have a rear video backup camera on the display as standard equipment? The only thing I have a problem so far with the Sonic, is the rear storage (with the seat up)and small rear hatch opening between the tail lights. However I like the style overall. Good luck...

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2005 Moon and Tune, Automatic, Two things (related or not?) 1 RAD fan isn't coming on with the defrost anymore. Relay? Where? The other thing is that there is a sensor on top of the intake. It is clicking. I noticed it when I was poking around after I noticed the RAD fan issue. Could this be connec...

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I just like to know why GMC, Buick,and Chevy are always trying to get me to give up my Pontiac for a new car. I get the feeling that GM is trying to rid the world of Pontiacs, especially the 09-10 Vibes..... Such that to save on the warranties, get Toyota off it's back, and to make a sale. I don't t...

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Can anyone say if this rattle or noise from the steeling column occurs when the car is standing still? ...but in drive or even in park? Or does it just occur only when in motion?

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If you haven't been using the light switch... What about when it is overcast and raining, though not dark enough to kick on the automatic lights? Sure, you have a couple of dim DRL's up front that help people see you from that side a little which is better than nothing, but remember you have zero l...

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sounds like we have a bunch of Congressmen attempting to answer a question. Here's a more direct answer: Michelin MXV4s. Get them at Costco for the best price. Very soft and makes for a GREAT ride. I yield the balance of my time to those with 6% approval rating. :lol: I feel her shock! Hard ride an...

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This is something that I never had happen before with my 2009 Vibe. As I left the car ( during the daytime) I heard a warning signal beeping. I saw the seatbelt symbol light on and didn't know anything else that I did to make it sound. The car was turned off and in park as well. Well when I came bac...

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I used a wheel brush on my wheels this weekend when I detailed and it obviously hadn't been done in awhile as the thing came away almost totally black when I was done. I tried hosing it down along with the leftover soap/water but the thing is still grimy looking. Anyone have a trick for cleaning th...

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The Trax looks interesting (and now I see why they have the Buick Encore) - it's too bad it's not available in the US. When I was at the 2013 Auto Show, I saw the Encore on display (yet for some reason it wasn't available to enter, unless I missed it). It looks so narrow and tall compared to the Vi...

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I'll try every THREE YEARS or 5000 miles which ever comes first. Mobil I 0w20 fuel economy type. (green labeled bottles)
I'm nearly at the 5000 mile mark. will change it in April. Only have 9996 miles on the display. 2009 Vibe.

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Took off with my 09 Vibe for the first time in four days. The days are getting colder and colder. For the first time I started hear squeaking and rattling noises coming from all parts of the dash board (and inside the dash) and the steering column. The temperatures were in the low 20's F. Is this co...

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Hello?, Am I the only one here using a Vibe GT oil filter on a 03-08 base Vibe? :?: Purolator oil filter numbers: Vibe base - L14476 Vibe GT - L14477 Chiadog The Purolator L14477 that you posted is used on the 2009 2.4L engine. Also numbered: PurOne PL14477 I don't know about the older engines from...

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Just went out and checked mine. 8445 miles right now. I obviously don't have a life. Great to meet another Vibe Owner that doesn't let driving milage go to extremes. There are better things in life then driving all day and night. And, one must put his money into food, shelter and taxes as well. Whe...

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2010 Vibe 2.4L with about 750 miles! Somebody never drove it. No way it is worth what they are asking though. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/2010-Vibe-750-Actual-Miles-/121031034719?pt=US_Cars_Trucks&hash=item1c2e03075f#ht_500wt_1182" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; Did ...

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Okay, I have a 2009 Vibe with a low amount of driven milage. I owned the car new since June 21, 2008. It started at 1 mile. Today Dec 28-2012 I have approx. 9770 miles on it. I try to fill it with about 9-10 gallons of gas ONCE a month. When I bought the car Gas was closing in on $4.00/gal. I was no...

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I got my oil changed last week, now the check engine light is on. My car has 63k miles- I noticed when I was driving on the expressway that it sounded like a metallic tractor sound- not noticeable unless you have noise sensitivity like me. Any suggestions before I take to mechanic??? Make sure that...

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Well, it's been i year since I bought my 2006 Vibe and I've been thrilled with it. I've put just over 40,000 miles on it with nothing invested except gas and oil changes. It's been fun to drive, getting right about 33 mpg (worst was 29, best was 37). Thanks for all the help from this board and have...

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So you really traded in the Vibe? Or, are you going to sell the Vibe yourself? It was traded in. Just one more thing about trading in the Vibe..... Buick and other GM dealers still send me offers to get me to trade in the Vibe for alot of $$$. Do you still get these offers and is that what you did ...

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2012 Silverado 1500 Cheyenne 4x4 http://i1002.photobucket.com/albums/af145/star_deceiver/Calgary-20121208-00705.jpg Fully studded winter tires as well! http://i1002.photobucket.com/albums/af145/star_deceiver/Calgary-20121212-00716.jpg I was looking at getting something else in the new year but the ...

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We discussed this recently in this thread http://forums.genvibe.com/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?f=41&t=39715" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; Call your dealer schedule it, and they should have it fixed in about an hour. By "Certain 2009 model Pontiac Vibes" they mean ...

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I have an '09 base Vibe. Anyone out there ever have this occur to them? When I put my driver side power window up and stop pressing the button, the window motor seems to stay engaged and continues to push up on the window making a loud, creeking sound. To avoid this I must stop just short and light...

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I received a safety recall notice concerning the Power Window Master Switch assembly.
They will send a second letter when the remedy is available.

They will inspect the switch assembly and may apply a specialized grease to it or replace it.

GM Recall #12971

For certain 2009 model Pontiac Vibes.

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