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by tpollauf
Tue Jan 18, 2011 6:40 am
Forum: Vibe/Member Of The Month
Topic: February 2011 MOTM voting thread
Replies: 26
Views: 6392

Re: February 2011 MOTM voting thread (A Psycho Martyr)

Voted . My candidate has a 25% chance of pulling it off
by tpollauf
Sun Jan 16, 2011 2:24 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: 1st 38 hours...
Replies: 13
Views: 3190

Re: 1st 38 hours... (Ullarsskald89)

Quote, originally posted by Ullarsskald89 »Good morning;I am the new owner of a 2009 Vibe GT, metallic redMan did you hit the jackpot finding US at this great website Welcome to GenVibe Another Red GT ..... Awesome (OK, STOP drooling Michelle ) and from the Chicago area !!! Well "Midwest"...
by tpollauf
Sun Jan 16, 2011 2:09 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Computer Geeks HELP!
Replies: 6
Views: 1926

Re: Computer Geeks HELP! (09vGT)

I'm no expert BUT my Son Corey is. Here's what he suggests you do:Yes, it is possible to have multiple versions of Office coexist on the same system, so long that you do not use Outlook for an email program. (only 1 copy of outlook can be installed, else conflict will arise) When you install 2010, y...
by tpollauf
Sat Jan 15, 2011 3:12 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: New member, first Vibe
Replies: 15
Views: 3424

Re: New member, first Vibe (tinknocker105)

Quote, originally posted by tinknocker105 »It had 36,322 miles on it. Not too bad of a deal for 11k There's very little that goes wrong with these vehicles so you shouldn't need the 36k warranty anymore and you still have the 100k powertrain warranty I take it you work with in the sheet metal trade...
by tpollauf
Fri Jan 14, 2011 1:15 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: New to the Vibe
Replies: 45
Views: 9106

Re: New to the Vibe (MotoAce51)

Welcome Do you think it's all that SNOW you get there in Bufallo ? My wife is from the Jamestown/Olean area and we get up to the Tonawanda's regularly to visit family & friends. Keep an active log on those MPG numbers and hopefully they will improve with weather conditions & a little behavio...
by tpollauf
Fri Jan 14, 2011 1:04 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: New member, first Vibe
Replies: 15
Views: 3424

Re: New member, first Vibe (tinknocker105)

Welcome That's a lot of stuff that needed changed already for such a young vehicle How HIGH was the mileage when you bought it? Hopefully it wasn't abused too bad and you get MANY years of trouble free driving from it
by tpollauf
Fri Jan 14, 2011 9:54 am
Forum: Interior
Topic: 2009 GT Moonroof Control Panel/maplight removal
Replies: 9
Views: 2828

Re: 2009 GT Moonroof Control Panel/maplight removal (joshuaeb09)

Nice work so far At some point I will be removing this entire compartment and modifying it BIG TIME Seeing how you can't store JACK up there, then why have it at all Instead this will make a nice home for my ScangaugeII and posible a few other electronic things. Also I'd "upgrade" from the...
by tpollauf
Fri Jan 14, 2011 9:28 am
Forum: Site Problems, Suggestions, Questions
Topic: My three cents for the CB "I don't understand..." debate of 1-12-11
Replies: 30
Views: 10575

Re: (star_deceiver)

Yeah, you missed quite the thread of the day/week/month, etc. I was actually hoping it would have continued for about 75 more posts & then some. Reading the stupidity of others was hillarious BUT unfortunately GENVIBE is not the place for that type of trash. Kari did the right thing
by tpollauf
Fri Jan 14, 2011 9:19 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Just bought a Vibe-- looking to keep it running forever
Replies: 16
Views: 4292

Re: Just bought a Vibe-- looking to keep it running forever (agag)

As a new member from the south western most point of the continental US, WELCOME, from Ohio Looking forward to pics of your ride Other than the tips already offered by other members, stay away from California wild fires & mud slides
by tpollauf
Fri Jan 14, 2011 3:59 am
Forum: Handling, Suspension, & Brakes
Topic: '09 GT steering
Replies: 19
Views: 5779

Re: (09Vibe)

Quote, originally posted by 09Vibe » I don't experience any torque steer when I let out the clutch with more then normal rpm You could have hit their problem with this exact quote. They are driving automatics & you & I .. stick The releasing of the clutch compared to the spinning of the tor...
by tpollauf
Fri Jan 14, 2011 3:50 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Got some new License plate lights - did a small "how to" on this - it's worth reading
Replies: 22
Views: 7676

Re: (Ls1jorge)

Quote, originally posted by Ls1jorge »I guess this guy wife caught him buying LEDs, & had to delete the pictures Yeah, he probably had to get back to his "honey -do" list (and still is not done ). Been there, done that Quote, originally posted by Ls1jorge »I'm buying from superbright...
by tpollauf
Fri Jan 14, 2011 3:34 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Vibe and Matrix reliability - how do they compare to others?
Replies: 62
Views: 24580

Re: (mkaresh)

Just entered my 2009 Vibe GT to the database and although not driven much at all ........ NO PROBLEMS at all to report Thanks for the tip & link .......
by tpollauf
Fri Jan 14, 2011 3:11 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: New Member Right Here
Replies: 28
Views: 5474

Re: New Member Right Here (DJ_Losch_411)

Welcome to this great site You'll find an overwhelming amount of advise & suggestions from us members. Don't be afraid to ask anything. That's what we're all here for. Let the modding begin .................
by tpollauf
Thu Jan 13, 2011 8:45 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: ...Last Night
Replies: 33
Views: 6898

Re: (Serj22)

Lovely young lady David She's ready to take on the world now so watch out Now,about giving her a sibling ??? You better get busy & good luck
by tpollauf
Thu Jan 13, 2011 6:37 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Hi
Replies: 17
Views: 3924

Re: Hi (rspory1976)

Quote, originally posted by rspory1976 » I am the owner of a 2009 Vibe, bought with no mileage on it at all. Welcome. So somebody already KNEW that the Vibe would be a "lost treasure" stashed it away in a Barn in the hills of Maryland, and instead of hibernating for 50 years, YOU come alo...
by tpollauf
Thu Jan 13, 2011 6:24 am
Forum: Exterior
Topic: tinting headlights opinions
Replies: 22
Views: 5505

Re: (cptnsolo77)

Quote, originally posted by cptnsolo77 »Frankie says "Relax, Dont Do It".......I'm also with you on this one In fact I'm leaning a little the "other way" as in this. Instead of darkening the surfaces, lets make them brighter and more noticeable LED's baby all the way I may get c...
by tpollauf
Thu Jan 13, 2011 6:08 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Chance to Take Part in a Sign/Graphics Shop
Replies: 12
Views: 3214

Re: Chance to Take Part in a Sign/Graphics Shop (A Psycho Martyr)

Quote, originally posted by A Psycho Martyr »huh? what did i miss? You missed a WHOLE lot of entertainment (member bashing, lots of negative connotation ). I was actually looking forward to 50 more posts & then some on the stupidity of that "former" member Anyways Brandon, I'd say YOU...
by tpollauf
Wed Jan 12, 2011 4:39 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: ...Last Night
Replies: 33
Views: 6898

Re: ...Last Night (Serj22)

Quote, originally posted by Serj22 »... I became a dad!Congrats David from Ohio Now if you REALLY want to make history, plant another seed soon (you'll need your wife's permission) so you could give your daughter a sibling on 11-11-11 You got 10 months buddy .................. get busy On a more se...
by tpollauf
Wed Jan 12, 2011 4:18 am
Forum: Site Problems, Suggestions, Questions
Topic: I dont understand...
Replies: 72
Views: 22738

Re: (ponta2147)

Quote, originally posted by ponta2147 » maybe a cupcake bake-off. I love cupcakes. Winner takes all the cupcakes!!This topic is getting unbelievable hits (49 in only the 14 hrs it's been here) to where I can't keep up wit hall the criticism Oh ... Michelle, when you WIN (and you know you will) you ...
by tpollauf
Wed Jan 12, 2011 1:14 am
Forum: Site Problems, Suggestions, Questions
Topic: I dont understand...
Replies: 72
Views: 22738

Re: I dont understand... (joatmon)

Quote, originally posted by joatmon »sweet! We haven't had any drama here for a while.This is entertainment at it's finest Just when things seemed a bit slow here, a "poster" throws a wrench into things to keep us all on our toes God I love it here
by tpollauf
Wed Jan 12, 2011 12:57 am
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: Traction Control / Electric PS Oddity ?
Replies: 14
Views: 3564

Re: (tpollauf)

For what it's worth, here is what is written on this topic in the Vibe's 2009 owners manual! It sounds like all these symptoms are normal

Attached files 2009Vibetractioncontrolinfo.pdf (27.9 KB) 
by tpollauf
Wed Jan 12, 2011 12:29 am
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: Traction Control / Electric PS Oddity ?
Replies: 14
Views: 3564

Re: (midnighthunder89)

My wife is driving my 09 Vibe GT during these winter months and said to me just yesterday that the "traction light" came on for the first time (last winter the Vibe was garaged the whole time ) It was while cornering in some snow! So at least I know it does work This was daytime AND she re...
by tpollauf
Tue Jan 11, 2011 10:10 pm
Forum: Site Problems, Suggestions, Questions
Topic: I dont understand...
Replies: 72
Views: 22738

Re: (Wolfman213)

Glad I was able to read ALL this before it gets deleted (which it SHOULD not) What each of us do to our rides is our business and OUR way of expressing our "individuality" to the world. A few too many "ours" there That's what makes us all special in our own way. How we are viewed...
by tpollauf
Tue Jan 11, 2011 10:14 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: iphone 4 for verizon!!
Replies: 15
Views: 5760

Re: (epcIII)

Not for me ... at least NOT yet. My son on the other hand, who has the 64G I-pod 4, want's one real bad. It'll be his money so I say GO FOR IT son ! I carry one of those indestructible contractor grade regular phones, suitable for refinery & powerhouse work. Ugly & somewhat bulky by today's ...
by tpollauf
Tue Jan 11, 2011 10:09 am
Forum: The Others
Topic: Ford Vertrek Concept
Replies: 14
Views: 4821

Re: Ford Vertrek Concept (waveresponder)

SHARP !!! This should be at the North American Int'l auto show up @ Cobo this weekend. I'm thinking about going just to get ideas for modding my Vibe and anything else my heart desires Certainly WON'T be buying any new cars for a while. Pleased with our 2009 Vibe GT and 2009 G8 GT. That set us back ...
by tpollauf
Fri Jan 07, 2011 9:03 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: New member
Replies: 42
Views: 6884

Re: (ou.grizzly)

Quote, originally posted by ou.grizzly »Places have been known to take deposits and sell the vehicle to another. I have had it happen personally when I was 17 from a local Ford Dealer. You ain't a kidding there Some scumbag shops like to "prey" on young innocent customers and they think t...
by tpollauf
Fri Jan 07, 2011 8:53 am
Forum: Vibe/Member Of The Month
Topic: 04chargedvibe is our 2011 VOTY
Replies: 18
Views: 5068

Re: 04chargedvibe is our 2011 VOTY (NascarXprt)

Congrats Chris
by tpollauf
Fri Jan 07, 2011 8:35 am
Forum: Maintenance Bay
Topic: What did you do to your Vibe today?
Replies: 3701
Views: 8212799

Re: (A Psycho Martyr)

Quote, originally posted by A Psycho Martyr ». I got my windsheild banner today! Looks good Brandon If it were any bigger you wouldn't be able to see out the windshield I take it that it just steers clear out of the way of the windshield wipers so it won't get worn? Also, for where you're located, ...
by tpollauf
Thu Jan 06, 2011 10:36 am
Forum: Vibe/Member Of The Month
Topic: New idea on VOTM to begin testing after February's VOTM Voting
Replies: 5
Views: 1571

Re: New idea on VOTM to begin testing after February's VOTM Voting (NascarXprt)

Sounds good to me Kind of like "rotating your stock" or "inventory clearance" so when the top item is gone, you move up the others so that they can hopefully get grabbed up. It's worth a shot anyways
by tpollauf
Wed Jan 05, 2011 3:47 am
Forum: Maintenance Bay
Topic: What did you do to your Vibe today?
Replies: 3701
Views: 8212799

Re: (burns)

Waiting for the Vibe to come home Just celebrating my 400th post 4/10 the way to becoming a God. Whew I can hardly wait
by tpollauf
Wed Jan 05, 2011 3:42 am
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: recirc vent noise
Replies: 12
Views: 4908

Re: recirc vent noise (Vibr8tr)

Quote, originally posted by Vibr8tr »or Maybe a Squirrel is stuck down there, lol. Ahhh the humor found here on GenVibe My 09 is too new to experience any such problems yet BUT recently during certain cold starts, I have had a slight squealing noise coming from the blower and it is present at any &...
by tpollauf
Wed Jan 05, 2011 3:28 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Little problem with my 2009 Vibe...
Replies: 19
Views: 5617

Re: Little problem with my 2009 Vibe... (jake75)

No problems of such on my Vibe either although not quite as cold as what you're experiencing up there. One thing that I did notice was a slight rattle/squeal in the blower motor at ANY speed. Once the car is warmed up it goes away. Clearly something to do with temperature and the expansion/contracti...
by tpollauf
Tue Jan 04, 2011 8:00 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: New member
Replies: 42
Views: 6884

Re: (Young Viber)

Great job It's not easy finding responsible young men & women these days, so you're off to a good start Keep us all posted on future mods and any problems with your new ride. Also, KEEP playing hockey till you're DEAD We have three 70+ year olds who still keep up with the younger guys! I hope th...
by tpollauf
Tue Jan 04, 2011 7:27 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: camera for vibe (opinions/comments)
Replies: 15
Views: 3858

Re: camera for vibe (waveresponder)

Interesting topic and one that I WILL BE ENGAGING somewhere in the near future. Mainly for use in my service van to protect all the tools (easily over $10k when all are on board) and will have it running continuously. This way when Mr. Delivery man backs up to the loading dock where I just happen to...
by tpollauf
Tue Jan 04, 2011 7:10 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: New member
Replies: 42
Views: 6884

Re: (Young Viber)

Quote, originally posted by Young Viber »ya thats my car im buying it this week. Cant wait Yes i play hockey i also ref so i drive all over Congrats on the future purchase. When can you legally drive this ride ??? Assuming your profile is correct, 15 year olds are not of legal driving age yet Also,...
by tpollauf
Sun Jan 02, 2011 4:39 am
Forum: Vibe/Member Of The Month
Topic: 06pvibe is our January 2011 MOTM
Replies: 26
Views: 6599

Re: (J_TO_ENVY)

Congrats Although the GOLD shoes have to go . But then again you ARE from the south so maybe they are a good fit down there. Nice taste in your musical preferences also
by tpollauf
Thu Dec 30, 2010 1:28 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Should I convince my mom to get a Vibe AWD?
Replies: 22
Views: 3799

Re: Should I convince my mom to get a Vibe AWD? (star_deceiver)

Quote, originally posted by star_deceiver »Ever thought of a Patriot or Compass?True, it is a Chrysler product.... But it is American, 4wd and prices are good!YEP !!! And the factory is just a few miles from my house here in Toledo
by tpollauf
Thu Dec 30, 2010 1:19 pm
Forum: Vibe/Member Of The Month
Topic: Keithvibe is our 2010 Member of the Year
Replies: 15
Views: 3795

Re: Keithvibe is our 2010 Member of the Year (star_deceiver)

Quote, originally posted by star_deceiver »Congrats Keith!!!Ditto I'll likely take and use advise from Keith also somewhere in the future! We need more members like him Again ... Congrats
by tpollauf
Thu Dec 30, 2010 1:16 pm
Forum: GenVibe Garage
Topic: frankiemenz, 2010 Vibe base jetblack
Replies: 28
Views: 7898

Re: (frankiemenz)

Welcome to this forum and NICE mods so far When it comes to LED mods, maybe I can help you out (in my spare time ..... what's that?). I've done a few and am working on a LOT more. Being your Vibe is Black gives you more modding possibilities. For some reason that color is almost foolproof to any typ...
by tpollauf
Thu Dec 30, 2010 1:06 pm
Forum: Photography and Photoshop
Topic: Vibe Blueprints
Replies: 10
Views: 4269

Re: Vibe Blueprints (A Psycho Martyr)

Neat !!! I could have some fun with these Especially when it comes to designing some future mods to the Vibe. It just happens to be my GT model also Awesome find
by tpollauf
Thu Dec 30, 2010 1:01 pm
Forum: Vibe/Member Of The Month
Topic: January 2011 MOTM Voting thread
Replies: 18
Views: 3987

Re: January 2011 MOTM Voting thread (J_TO_ENVY)

Quote, originally posted by J_TO_ENVY »06pvibe !Voted
by tpollauf
Tue Dec 28, 2010 11:58 am
Forum: Vibe/Member Of The Month
Topic: January 2011 VOTM Voting Thread!
Replies: 8
Views: 3478

Re: January 2011 VOTM Voting Thread! (morbay)

Just two candidates so I t wasn't too bad. FYI ... that is a NICE GT
by tpollauf
Tue Dec 28, 2010 11:51 am
Forum: Humor
Topic: How to disarm the bomb
Replies: 7
Views: 2549

Re: (Wolfman213)

I'm a bit slow and didn't get the punch line at first (getting old ) The abuse we put our pups through for a little comedy relief Funny nonetheless
by tpollauf
Tue Dec 28, 2010 11:46 am
Forum: GenVibe Garage
Topic: newbie owner / hello
Replies: 10
Views: 2846

Re: newbie owner / hello (poyota_apprentice)

Quote, originally posted by poyota_apprentice » Picked up an 04 base auto abyss with 78k on the clock for $4k... Welcome My wife is from Olean and has family all over the WNY area! Started her college @ Jamestown Community college. Nice place to visit BUT you guys can keep all that snow Damn good p...
by tpollauf
Tue Dec 28, 2010 11:25 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: I'm just LOVING this Vibe!
Replies: 13
Views: 3167

Re: I'm just LOVING this Vibe! (RWatters)

Quote, originally posted by RWatters » I plan on driving the wheels off of this thing!I'm with you on that note My Vibe will very likely outlive me and that's a scary thought Driving a commercial vehicle all day keeps the Vibe garaged a lot, although the wife is putting a thousand or two miles on i...
by tpollauf
Fri Dec 17, 2010 11:49 am
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: New Replacement Gas Pedal
Replies: 32
Views: 6323

Re: (Ivibe)

Quote, originally posted by Ivibe » I had this recall letter for about 4 months and I am the first 2009 Vibe owner to walk in...in December. Wow ... They either sold VERY FEW 2009 Vibes or a lot of customers are simply "holding off" (like me) on having this procedure done. Let us know how...
by tpollauf
Thu Dec 16, 2010 11:38 am
Forum: Vibe/Member Of The Month
Topic: GenVibes 2010 Member of the Year
Replies: 22
Views: 10655

finally voted !!!
by tpollauf
Tue Dec 14, 2010 7:49 am
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: New Replacement Gas Pedal
Replies: 32
Views: 6323

Re: New Replacement Gas Pedal (J_TO_ENVY)

Quote, originally posted by J_TO_ENVY » Free high speed intermet at the dealer FTW !Damm girl do you ever "disconnect" ! Just messing with you I think I'll wait till summer time when we all get together for a Vibe meet and then SERIOUSLY compare pedals in all the newer Vibes. Keep in mind...
by tpollauf
Mon Dec 13, 2010 12:27 pm
Forum: US - North Central
Topic: GVC Michigan Super Meet 2011
Replies: 136
Views: 38310

Re: (HarleyQuinn)

Quote, originally posted by HarleyQuinn »Woo Hoo something south would be great, even if its before the Super Meet, maybe a Mini Meet lol I'd definitely be up for MORE than one meet in 2011 The southern part of Ill, St. Louis area, or western Ky, would be a nice "central" USA meet and not...
by tpollauf
Fri Dec 10, 2010 12:01 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: GenVibe Cards
Replies: 49
Views: 7592

Re: (A Psycho Martyr)

Quote, originally posted by A Psycho Martyr »I placed a carrd under their wiper blade a few minutes ago at Wal-MartI don't know Brandon In a Wal Mart parking lot Not a likely candidate but you gave it a good effort and maybe we'll get lucky We need more members (active ones especially) on this forum