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Zig in East Orleans

Now, i'm intrigued. Sensfanrk, I'm at 47 Clarence and frequently walk around on lunch. Do you park there regularly? I gotta check out this tint job.

Zig in East Orleans

I don't know but, the green in me makes my buy Mr. Gas ethanol blend periodically. I know it's usually 2 cents above regular (apparently it shouldn't be) but it makes me feel good. It's also better for the engine. Anyone else apt to burn it?http://www.iogen.ca/cellulose_....html

Zig in East Orleans

Absolutely,it's amazing how much just a couple of psi off will make a difference. I recall how my father would change his psi in his tires of his FF1600 race car by just a lb or 2 and wondered if it really made the difference. It did!

Zig in East Orleans

Good point about the spare!Also, all these posts are occuring in the winter months, remember to check them as the temperature rises cuz sure enuf, simple physics will demonstrate that the pressure will go up a fair bit as the temp rises.I have the habit of checking mine every few weeks (as we all sh...

Zig in East Orleans

So it's standard on all GM in Canada, however, interestingly enough, the Matrix doesn't have one. My sister has a base 03 (i think) and there's def no chord by the battery where i found mine. Bizarre.

Zig in East Orleans

If you haven't seen this yet, it's kinda cool. Kids love it.Coverage starts early tomorrowhttp://www.noradsanta.org/english/

Zig in East Orleans

Ouch, -43 celcius! with the wind chill this morning!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Hope you plugged in your Vibe.Too bad I have to take the bus. For those of you that know Orleans, standing at Innes and Trim's at 6:10's going to hurt.Good luck!

Zig in East Orleans

So, I have a pretty cool Fusion Orange '04. But it'd be nice to do various mods to it. Air filter, tinting, whatever. But I'm leasing, however with intent to buy since it's such a great vehicle (minus the Conti's). So, what am i allowed to do to the car right now under a lease agreement?Thanks

Zig in East Orleans

oops, i knew that was going to happen. guess i s/h read p. 2 before replying

Zig in East Orleans

If my memory serves me correctly the book was The Most Dangerous Game".Isn't it ironic that this happened in "Woodstock". Of course it's not the original site of peace and love but you figured with the same name...

Zig in East Orleans

joatmon, nice counter, i just added 4 or 5 to itand yeah, i totally know about the reverse grind, really poppygod, i've been driving standards since a teen, i surely didn't think it was me!

Zig in East Orleans

Yep, took the 15"s.The guy at Costco was like "i wouldn't recommend it"

Zig in East Orleans

Ok, I don't know what rims Costco buyers are talking about, the one at Cyrville doesn't carry the Vibe ones and he "didn't recommend" fitting on rims that matched the Corolla. WalMart said they used to have $47 rims but were out. Cdn Tire says "sure, 1-2 day special order from Mactec ...

Zig in East Orleans

Yep, it's on its way. We were at the cottage in Maniwaki (160 km north of YOW) this weekend and there was about 3-4 inches! I guess it stormed there on Thursday.Sure glad I got my winter tires on a week ago. And they're actually on the car!

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Zig in East Orleans

I've thought, "hey, there's a lot of Vibes in YOW" but can't figure out who's registered with GenVibe. So I'm thinking we can all print off a little card with "Thinking of you, come join us http://www.genvibe.com" type of message and leave it on their windsheild.

Zig in East Orleans

Alright, with a new born, it's time to expand the Vibe and get a cargo box for the roof. I really don't want to spend $700 for a Thule. Any ideas? Preferably something that's relatively aerodynamic.Peace

Zig in East Orleans

Salsa, that's $400 w rims? Ouin pas pire le gars, je pense bien d'aller le voir et faire un tour a perkins, j'habitais sur lac Grand il y a quelque annÃ©es.Merci!

Zig in East Orleans

So, the Big Chill is fast upon us. I hear 15" rims are the better ride for Vibin in winter. Now to find the best place in the area to buy the rubber. Suggestions?

Zig in East Orleans

I"m looking for the best deal on winter tires in Ottawa/Hull.Ok, I can't figure out how to delete this poll as it's incomplete.please check new post

Zig in East Orleans

So we go to the dealer Saturday and the SM is hailed to investigate our 'complaint' saying that 8/32" for the front tires is normal (at 4700 km!) Then he goes on to agree that the Conti's aren't good tires and that he's had some problems with other Vibe clients. Then at the same time some emplo...

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k so, was about to send a new post but this thread is heading there. what is the danger (or is there) in waxing the plastic, by lord, there's so much of it anyway. I just waxed my fusion orange and it's SWEET.a lot of work but well worth the effort. methinks i'll be doing this 4-5 times a summer!

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Madbill, methinks putting your plate here would restrict airflow to the engine/rad. Am i mistaken?I really do think that it would be easier to get away with it here since Hull, Quebec is right across the river. Besides their 'new' plates look almost the same as ours anyway.

Zig in East Orleans

So, observing the contours of my Vibe last nite I couldn't help but imagine how much cooler the car would look w/o the front plate and mount. Anyone do this in Ontario yet w/o repercussion? I live in the capital and with all the Quebec cars running w/o the front plate, i can't imagine the cops would...

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Correction...make that Jack Herer, and that's YOUR gov't, not the Canadians...eh.too early (5:25)Cheers!Peace love and VIBE.

Zig in East Orleans

Ola Cubanpete,Thanks for the heads up on the fine print from the manual. Guess I should continue to read the rest. That's too bad, really. I know the Vibe's good on gas, but I like to do as much as i can to alleviate the impact on motha nature. Oh well, next vehicle...biodiesel all the way. OH and S...

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well, didn't think i'd be replying to my own question but here's some info i've found so far...http://www.ethanolrfa.org/factfic_enper ... ..ext=NOne source i've read claims an octane reading of 113. Not sure if this was for pure, E 85 or 10% blend (doubt it)

Zig in East Orleans

If my memory serves me correctly, a Petro-Can employee in Saskatoon told me back in Feb. that ethanol blended fuel was bad for engine seals. I'm leasing my ride with intent to buy at end of the lease. I've heard that ethanol blend enhances engine performance but I want to use it more for the environ...

Zig in East Orleans

Ok, so we get our first oil change a few weeks back and the kid checks the tire tread depth. It comes back "8 in the front, 10 in the back". But the kid's got a puzzled look. (I'm assuming the units are mm). He's wondering how in the world it could be 8 in the front for a vehicle with 4969...

Zig in East Orleans

So, i've just had the car 3 months and put in the first 2 good scratches in the cargo plastic. Now, the wife is kinda freaked out since we're leasing (with intent to buy, i think) but I knew with this material that scratches were bound to happen. They're not that deep thankfully.1. is there a good w...

Zig in East Orleans

I've read some posts (Salsa) saying that it's really a waste to put premium in your Vibe unless you own the GT. I thought for sure the fuel efficiency increased when using a higher grade. What about being a cleaner fuel for your engine (and the envionment) or being better for performance?Have any of...

Zig in East Orleans

ok, i feel stupidThanks guysI'm sure that'll work!

Zig in East Orleans

When first putting the key in the ignition, there's a v. loud beeping that happens (about 4-5 beeps). A. is this necessaryb. how can i disconnect it?

Zig in East Orleans

Well, at $3.97, I can now have lunch (tax free in Ontario), as the dealer ended up giving us the bottle of touch up today.Hey, you know what, since GM equipped the car with the nasty Conti's, doing a bit to please me makes a big diff.Anyhow, hope everyone is having fun washing n waxing! See you on t...

Zig in East Orleans

So, it's no big deal, hell it's only $3.97 (CAD) however, it's the principle. I just spent $24 000 for my Fusion Orange (Sunburst Orange in Canada) Vibe and the dealer can't even GIVE me a $4 bottle of touch up. I'm sure i've read other posts where the dealer gave them away. What gives?

Zig in East Orleans

Guten tag silverawd 26. I klaube nicht das es ist die batterie. Mine auto is neue. (sp?)Und die (headlights flash).Aber veilen danke.TchuB

Zig in East Orleans

Okay, i've read several different posts but none are quite related to my query. It takes usually 4 or 5 tries to unlock my Vibe with the remote and each time the lights flicker so I'm assuming it's in range. And actually the range appears to be much larger than 30' at times. Yet it seems that the do...

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Hmm K, i was at Canadian Tire yesterday and picked up Meguiar's ColorX wax not really taking time to hmm and haaa about all the other flavours. Now I haven't used it yet on my 3 week old Fusion (or Sunburst Orange) but wonder if anyone has any input before i do crak open the bottle. Did i buy the wr...

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Thanks for the info.My main concern is their very poor winter performance. I'm leasing my Vibe and if GM feels the Conti "Ecoplus" tires are suitable, well, their "Eco" must stand for "economical" on their part. I've read many posts saying that they haven't lasted more ...

Zig in East Orleans

True, i keep forgetting about the premie wear. My main concern is, i'm leasing. I certainly do plan on getting winter tires anyway, esp with a new baby coming in August!thanks for the info.

Zig in East Orleans

3 days after buying my Vibe, it snowed 3 inches and quickly realized that the 'all seasons' were really only 3 seasons tires. 2 weeks later, more snow, black ice, almost lost the car several times in a deep ditch. The following is the dealers first reply to my complaint:Mr. Garand,Thank you for taki...

Zig in East Orleans

So, here's the dealers first reply, not impressed:Thank you for taking the time to notify me regarding concerns with your vibe. The tires on your new vibe are Continental 205/55/R16 which are an all season tire. These tires meet General Motors standards and are adapted to your vehicle.Furthermore If...

Zig in East Orleans

So, 3 days after i p/u my new ride, it snows. 10 cm. Well, had i read previous posts prior to signing the dotted line, i would've asked for something better for rubber. After 1000km I walked into the dealer yesterday (Marcel Belanger, Orleans) to make my first complaint. These are the worst tires i'...

Zig in East Orleans

Rubberman, was this replaced by dealer?

Zig in East Orleans

Ragingfish-What tyres did you have originally?I've just picked up a '04 base and it came with Conti's.I'm soooooooo disappointed. I should've read the posts on the subject before signing. I went to the dealer yesterday to complain for the first time. They are quite the pits in the snow (which we had...

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K, I don't know if this is "normal" but depending on how bad the road is, the hatch latch knocks and is quite annoying as we try to figure out if the hatch is latched!Anyone else have this experience?ps it was 18 degrees today!!!!!!!!! When's the topless Vibe gonna come out?

Zig in East Orleans

Eyowsers, I never thought about that! Super bummer. I was really hoping to get this super trick tint too ;(

Zig in East Orleans

Quote, originally posted by silverawd26 Â»Gf complains to be about it all the time.... I did not believe her until I experienced the same thing. I guess it'll take some getting used to.

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Joatmonme gots the Fusion Orange base, last week!I like it. Esp going from a boring automatic to a 5 speed. Just a bit weird getting used to a Toyota sound ringy tingy engine from a Pontiac!Certainly looking forward to adding some cool tint and upgrading winter tyres next year. It came w Conti's and...

Zig in East Orleans

Thanks for the tips MadBill, and yes the rear headrests were gonzo day 2 of posession! I don't know, my sis has the Matrix and I'm sure it's not as bad.Was i just seeing things or just a blind spot Z

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A msg to SILVERAWD 26...IN THE U.S.You forgot the part that there are THC receptors in the brain.Would you care to elaborate, or shall I?How about you get drunk with a bunch of your friends, I smoke 2 joints with some of mine, and we'll see who wants to kick the sh$t out of who at the end of the nit...

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