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by BeerMike
Thu Jul 14, 2016 6:09 pm
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: Zipping Sound
Replies: 8
Views: 2514

Re: Zipping Sound

Here is the video I took this morning. You can hear the zipping sound and then see the tach bounce. Does anyone have an idea what is causing this?



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BeerMike - I think it's time for another beer.
by BeerMike
Thu Jul 14, 2016 4:38 pm
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: Zipping Sound
Replies: 8
Views: 2514

Re: Zipping Sound

I performed the hose test and could not pinpoint anything unusual with my untrained ears. I don't hear any hissing either. There isn't any tire rubbing that I can see. I think the issue is related to speed versus RPMs. I turned over drive off and drove approximately 30 mph which had the RPMs at appr...
by BeerMike
Tue Jul 12, 2016 5:10 pm
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: Zipping Sound
Replies: 8
Views: 2514

Re: Zipping Sound

I guess I should have tried to describe this zipping noise. It sounds like unzipping your jacket really fast but muffled or at high speeds having a tire hit those rumble strips that wake inattentive drives.....but the sound is not that loud. Today, I set the cruise at 40 MPH, and I still heard the z...
by BeerMike
Mon Jul 11, 2016 6:51 pm
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: Zipping Sound
Replies: 8
Views: 2514

Zipping Sound

I recently purchased a one-owner 2005 Vibe with 52K miles on it. It was actually owned by an old lady.... you know the rest of the story. :) Base Model 1.8 L (code 8) Automatic I have done the following work on the car: Replaced wipers New Michelin Premier tires Recharged AC Changed oil Replaced cab...