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by mpgaller
Thu Mar 12, 2015 10:08 am
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: 5 evap codes, replace canister
Replies: 9
Views: 5634

Re: 5 evap codes, replace canister

Seems you are not the first one experiencing this problem. This thread may be long but it sure has some hints and pointers: http://forums.genvibe.com/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?t=23221" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; I might be missing something but I see nothing in this link tha...
by mpgaller
Thu Mar 12, 2015 10:01 am
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: 5 evap codes, replace canister
Replies: 9
Views: 5634

Re: 5 evap codes, replace canister

ehoff121 wrote:Silly question, but do you have a FWD or AWD?

They have different canisters, so if there was a mix up there, you might expect some issues.
I have a FWD and they made sure to double check to make sure they have the right one
by mpgaller
Tue Mar 10, 2015 8:42 pm
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: 5 evap codes, replace canister
Replies: 9
Views: 5634

Re: 5 evap codes, replace canister

Both canisters were from GM although they could get them from Toyota, not 100% sure about that
by mpgaller
Tue Mar 10, 2015 10:36 am
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: 5 evap codes, replace canister
Replies: 9
Views: 5634

5 evap codes, replace canister

Hi, I have a 2005 vibe and last year CEL came on for P043E P043F P2401 P2402 and P2419. Found the bulletin saying if these five codes are stored together to replace the evap canister. Had that done and everything was fine for a year. Then all five codes came back again. The part was still under warr...
by mpgaller
Fri Mar 28, 2014 4:40 pm
Forum: Exterior
Topic: Painting stock hubcaps questions
Replies: 6
Views: 1430

Re: Painting stock hubcaps questions

I wish I could repaint 'em silver, age has not been kind... I'd like an original look, so the only thing stopping me is the inability to restore the Pontiac logos. Did you paint them and now you want to go back? If the paint doesnt hold up well maybe the plasti-dip is the way to go just for the dur...
by mpgaller
Fri Mar 28, 2014 3:33 pm
Forum: Exterior
Topic: Painting stock hubcaps questions
Replies: 6
Views: 1430

Re: Painting stock hubcaps questions

[quote="Raven" You could also use Plasti-dip. It stays flexible and is chip resistant. If it needs redoing or you want to change color, it peels off easily. A lot of people use it to paint front grilles etc.[/quote] I have plasti-diped all my emblems but have never thought about it for my ...
by mpgaller
Fri Mar 28, 2014 2:54 pm
Forum: Exterior
Topic: Painting stock hubcaps questions
Replies: 6
Views: 1430

Painting stock hubcaps questions

Hey guys, I have a 2005 vibe with steelies and hubcaps. I have seen a couple people have painted their hubcaps black and wanted to do the same. Wondering if I should sand them first then prime and paint or forget the sanding and just prime and paint? Also wondering how they hold up over time? Does t...
by mpgaller
Thu Mar 27, 2014 5:05 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: New Member, Long Time Lurker
Replies: 11
Views: 3068

Re: New Member, Long Time Lurker

Hello all, I was looking at painting my stock hubcaps just like this. I was wondering if you sanded them first before primer and paint or if you just primed and painted them. Also wondering how they are holding up? is the paint chipping away? Thanks guys!