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Thanks a lot guys...You pointed out a few things I didn't even consider and makes perfect sense!I shall report back later...ps. Andrew, you're a Sask wannabe eh?

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Hello guys, I am quite automotive-challenged and seeking some help with change tires myself... I purchased a set of 16" steel rims for my winter tires and seeing it is getting really nice now, I plan to take it off and put back the summer all-season with the alloys. As I was told, it's not much...

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I called a couple of different dealerships and they all quoted me a price of $9.00/each, that's $180 + tax for all !I had the size written down before I can't recall now... can you please tell me what the proper lug size would be for a 16" steel rim.?Thank you

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Hello... I am thinking of buying a in-car heater for my Vibe since it gets very cold in the morning and I park outside all the time. My questions are... 1. I don't suppose I can use the heating fans I use at home because the plug-in doesn't have enough power for it ? I should be looking for somethin...

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I am in need of a set of new lugnuts too because the crap set I bought @ Wal Mart started to rust in two weeks! ugh!I am calling my dealer tomorrow to get another set, anywhere else you'd recommend for getting them ?Thank you

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Update: The "District Manager" called yesterday to apologize and offered me a $25 gift card for my inconvenience. At least they tried to make thing right, although I asked him to fire those idiots. pics as promised:

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Yeah, I heard Winterpeg got it pretty good... along with rest of the south SK... good thing I am in Saskatoon

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Quote, originally posted by Altus Â»Be aware though that Mobil (and most other oil manufacturers) are now putting out "Katrina" formulations, that are NOT API certified. You'll note they don't have the starburst on them, and don't say certified - they might not even have the rating, though...

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Just wanted to point out that Partsource is having some pretty decent deals...What I bought today...1. Silverstar: 15% off. The 9003s are $28.00 + tax before discount2. Mobil1 Oil, 4.4 L + 1L bonus is $30.15 ( with the 15% discount )this works out to be $5.66/L.here's the flyer in PDF format, prices...

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Thanks a lot. I have successfully changed the headlights to Silverstars.My do have very small hands for a guy but apparently still too big to get in between the battery and the light assembly. I ended up having to remove the battery. One problem I ran into was putting back the battery, the far screw...

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Quote, originally posted by ragingfish Â»...There's a wire clip that goes along the bottom side of the bulb to hold it in place. Push that clip in (towards the front of the car) and down to release it....Replace the clip by pushing in and up until it clicks into place.Replace the rubber sealer. Push...

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I like the colour for its tame look.Maybe it's just me.

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Here are some picshere are the pics...yes, I know I the tires look disgusting but I just washed Frosty on Wednesday.

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Lesson learned... thanks guys I shall post some pics later today when I get my Vibe out of the garage.

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Quote, originally posted by binary »I was curious why you went past step 1. -hang up- and you call back? Oh, n/m I re-read your story. You called a different wal-mart. Sorry... Still, wal-mart sucks. It's arguably the worst thing the U.S. has done to the world... GwB is a close second.I consider mys...

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Continued from here...http://forums.genvibe.com/zerothread?id=19034-----------------------------------------------------------------I was at Wal-mart today to mount my existing Blizzak WS-50 winter tires onto a set of new steel rims that I am buying from Wal-mart and here's what I experienced in a c...

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I just the works done @ the local Wal-Mart today...*The 16" steelies are $54 a piece ( $60 with 10% off )*The lugs are $6 for 4, and I paid $24 for 20 lugs ( 5 packs with 20% off )*The mounting + balance was $36 for all four tires as opposed to $62.Overall, I am quite happy with the set-up and ...

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Shows how much I know about cars.. Thanks a lot for your help and suggestions guys...Jeff

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I have decided to get the steel rims from the local Wal-mart...16" rims are $60 a piece mounting is $5/tirebalancing is $10.50/tireHere's the question, I don't remember having to balance the tires when I simply swapped out the stock tires using the stock alloys.Is it because of the new rims I a...

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All right, thanks for the input guys.I will report back once I have decided on something

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The voice activation is a nice feature but does not work well for the most part. The driving noise in the cabin and the disstance between you and your computer will both negatively impact the effectiveness of voice activation.As TRDVibe mentioned, the Microsoft S&T is an excellent choice as well...

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I'd recommend using a Bluetooth GPS receiver, you can toss it virtually anywhere in the car and get decent reception.... this way it cuts out the need to run wires.The software I use is iGuidance ( http://www.inavcorp.com ), it works on both Pocket PC as well as PC platforms.All you need is a BT ada...

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I had been using the stock alloys for the past two winters but it cost me $100 each seaon to mount and dismount the tires... that's why I figure it'd be more economical to get a set of steelies.I read it in aother thread that I might even be able to use the ones from Corolla's ( 2002 and on ? )...Wo...

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I have been using a set of Bridgestone Blizzak WS-50 for two winters now and it is absolutely great...Worth every single penny.Same size as my stock tires too.

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Hello... I am buyng a set of 4 steel rims for my Vibe this year after two winters of swapping... I have a set of 16" Bridgestone Blizzak WS-50. Upon some reading, the general consensus seems to "any decent steelies will do", I am leaning towards either Canadian Tire, Walmart or Costco...

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I will call my dealer Monday morning to book a time.I was out today and the car simply doesn't get anywhere near hot( just warm ) even when it's completely warmed up.Thanks for your help guys.

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Mike, where is your temp gauge at after 5 min?Mine is barely touching 50 degrees now.BTW, is that your G6 in the siggy?Quote, originally posted by jimincalif Â»Perhaps your thermostat is stuck open.What's that mean? I normally leave circulation button off just to avoid icing up inside the windows.Th...

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This winter, I am finding my Vibe to be rather slow in heating up, I suppose because my morning commute is only 5 min so there's not much time for it to warm up.But! even after longer driving ( 20min later ) the temp gauge is pointing at 80degreet or so ( 1/3 way between 50 and 120 ), the heat still...

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Quote, originally posted by pmh013 Â»Some Vibes will register as low as -32C, others only go to -30C. I've got a -30C car. That's what it says the minimum is in the owner's manual.Same here, mine only goes down to -30, which isn't all that useful for SK weather....Good thing we're still warm now and...

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Hello fellow Vibers.I am thinking of buying an Arkon CM629 for mounting my iPAQ H2210 on the vent.I am using my PPC as GPS tool with BT GPS, so the mount would only be used for securing the PPCHere are a few pics that I borrowed from a thread @ http://www.Mobile01.comHas anyone had any experience wi...

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Quote, originally posted by Mr. Poopypants Â»There is a really neat cover that you can get to hide the holes. It's a little "VIBE" thing, it is only about an inch wide and it goes over the holes. If someone knows what I'm talking about, please describe it better.That sounds like really goo...

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So I took off the front plate over the weekend but I am left with those two ugly holes and it's makes washing my car so much harder and I almost cut myself.So, I am thinking of putting the plate mount back on but use something else for the plate.What are some of your ideas?I was thinking of those na...

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A friend is moving to B.C. from SK and he's thinking of using his SGI insurance there( keeping th SK plate ) and switch to B.C. plates when he absolutely has to. The ICBC insurance premium on his Honda is 3 times the SGI insuranceSo....How long before he has to switch to B.C. plates?I don't imagine ...

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Two tone Frosty here

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Hello fellow Vibes , I am planning to buy a PDA and mount it on the vent... it's not going to be any heavier than 150g.First of all, the vent does look quite sturdy I think 150g shouldn't be a problem ? Second, I'd love it if I can get some ideas as to how I can go about making this PDA mount.Here i...

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Quote, originally posted by VibeChick Â»Oh! Maybe we can arrange a special meet a Saskatchewan member mini-meet! Great idea!How about Lloydminster or Alsask then

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I am will be in Calgary for a meeting on 7th and 8th but I am going to be flying....Maybe I can attend with pics of my Frosty? hehe.

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Quote, originally posted by stkos79 Â»the gauges are them same since 2003but there are some new updates...I thought the chrome rings were new... no ?

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http://www.canadiandriver.com/...a.htmI like the car nonetheless...

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look goodDo you have a pic from the side?

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look goodDo you have a pic from the side?

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Those trees make me feel dizzy, especially Vanilla.Not safe for my car

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#1 or maybe #3.. double spokes are tricky to pick.Personally, I am all about symmetry when it comes to wheels ( the only exception being 5 spokes )

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Actually my Vibe has a mix of scents in it.I wear Hugo Boss Dark Blue for work, so my Frosty smells a little like Dark Blue.Then there's the soap I use.. and then the new car smell.I can barely tell about the smells anymore though.BTW, how about plug-in air freshners that people use in their homes ?

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Do you use Air Freshner or any kind ? I don't have any and I don't plan to. How about you?

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I also washed my Frosty today, although today is anything but a good day to wash a car... it's very wet and lots of snow melting. My Frosty is pretty dirty now again... But what the heck, I haven't washed it for a few weeks now and I only spent $3 at a local coin wash.At least I know there are no mo...

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I bought my Frosty from Wheaton GM in Saskatoon but I moved to Nipawin shortly after and I got to know the local dealer pretty well... good thing about living in a small town, I guess. Too bad I am moving again next week...

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Mine's on the passenger side only too.Anyway, the dealer replaced the top part of the safety belt ( the height adjustment thingy ) and it's not rattling anymore!!Yay....

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regular, whatever octane that is... 87 maybe?Is it OK to fill my regular gas engine with premium ? and does it help any if I do ?

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looks good to me

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