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by chromelampshade
Mon Jun 26, 2023 12:48 am
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: what was the reason your alternator failed...bearing or no charging ?
Replies: 1
Views: 341

Re: what was the reason your alternator failed...bearing or no charging ?

i still have my original alternator, however, i replaced mine due to electrical demand. 80A was not up to par with what i do with the vehicle. I did keep the original alternator just in case aftermarket fails. Another reason would be the charge voltage, if im not mistaken OEM regulators on the vibe ...
by chromelampshade
Tue Jun 13, 2023 7:05 pm
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: Looking for Aftermarket Stereo Recommendations
Replies: 3
Views: 440

Re: Looking for Aftermarket Stereo Recommendations

check out Crutchfield, see if alpine ILX w650 is compatible, they should have dash kits available if im not mistaken but my year is a older generation. coming from a audiophile seems like these ILX units are your best bet if you're after a simple stock upgrade or using for heavy SPL use. You can tun...
by chromelampshade
Sun May 21, 2023 10:49 am
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: Car Audio Alternator Whine, new head unit
Replies: 3
Views: 546

Re: Car Audio Alternator Whine, new head unit

I have came across the same issue when I replaced my unit with the ILX W650 It seems like the problem lays either in between headunit, or factory amp. I also noticed the noise I personally have is ONLY carried through the rear channels. So what im thinking is, there might be some sort of correlation...
by chromelampshade
Sun Apr 16, 2023 12:41 am
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: 03 vibe sound system question/discussion
Replies: 45
Views: 17674

Re: 03 vibe sound system question/discussion

i've noticed a slight voltage drop on bursts with this 3000W power inverter. As goes for electrical, to keep everyone informed, to prevent voltage drop, here what needs to be done. !0ga OFC wire!, battery neg to chassis, engine to chassis, alternator charge wire, fused. Alternator to chassis (!if po...
by chromelampshade
Sat Apr 08, 2023 4:36 pm
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: 03 vibe sound system question/discussion
Replies: 45
Views: 17674

Re: 03 vibe sound system question/discussion

the impulses won and this is now going in the vibe
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by chromelampshade
Fri Mar 17, 2023 9:01 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: 03 vibe awd 4spd auto skips 3rd
Replies: 5
Views: 4576

Re: 03 vibe awd 4spd auto skips 3rd

Unsure, I'll have to take it to a mechanic and see what they say. This car is my daily right now and I know how to change parts, not diagnose problems :lol:

at the end of the day i dont mind getting a new daily and reserving this car for fun stuff, audio, building, etc. New trans and engine :P
by chromelampshade
Thu Mar 16, 2023 6:28 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: 03 vibe awd 4spd auto skips 3rd
Replies: 5
Views: 4576

Re: 03 vibe awd 4spd auto skips 3rd

it only happens once when i go from reverse or drive when trans is cold, honestly unsure if i could compare because the car always felt slow and had some, CEL, but nothing serious, always got to a to b, however just feels really slow and restricted. also hard to explain, ill have to send a video, wh...
by chromelampshade
Thu Mar 16, 2023 11:22 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: 03 vibe awd 4spd auto skips 3rd
Replies: 5
Views: 4576

03 vibe awd 4spd auto skips 3rd

2003 pontiac vibe awd base 1.8L 4spd auto transmission I'm having some issues, unsure if its mainly trans related or engine. First, I notice the transmission loves to skip 3rd (driving habits maybe??) Whenever I first start my vehicle and I back out the driveway in reverse or take off in drive I hea...
by chromelampshade
Sat Mar 11, 2023 6:18 pm
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: 03 vibe sound system question/discussion
Replies: 45
Views: 17674

Re: 03 vibe sound system question/discussion

Also if you plan on upgrading to a double din unit, reccomend unplugging the factory 4ch amp and wiring up a aftermarket 4ch amplifier, rerun speaker wires (shielded OFC 16ga is fine) to each speaker. Utilize low level RCAs from headunit to amplifier (s) instead of hi level lines. The factory amp is...
by chromelampshade
Sat Mar 11, 2023 11:46 am
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: 03 vibe sound system question/discussion
Replies: 45
Views: 17674

Re: 03 vibe sound system question/discussion

Thanks! While you have the headliner out, I'd highly recommend adding sound treatment (butyl) and rollers, makes a big difference and the roof resonates very easily on the vibes. Heres what I used, no smell or anything. https://tinyurl.com/2d68c5pk Could also add closed cell foam for added sound tre...
by chromelampshade
Wed Mar 08, 2023 5:51 pm
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: 03 vibe sound system question/discussion
Replies: 45
Views: 17674

Re: 03 vibe sound system question/discussion

currently going to be installing double din, alpine W650. dont feel like wiring parking brake etc.. so im using a brake bypass. I need to wire reverse wire, might add a backup camera if i ever build a wall in the car. Main question is, where is closest reverse signal? I dont want to run a wire all t...
by chromelampshade
Wed Feb 15, 2023 6:06 pm
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: 03 vibe sound system question/discussion
Replies: 45
Views: 17674

Re: 03 vibe sound system question/discussion

For context im only 21, right now its a daily driver however once I get a new car, I'll keep the pontiac forever and strictly use it for audio purposes only, maybe after the 15 ill do a full wall haha
by chromelampshade
Wed Feb 15, 2023 6:01 pm
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: 03 vibe sound system question/discussion
Replies: 45
Views: 17674

Re: 03 vibe sound system question/discussion

dammm .... sounds good despite the fact that it may vibrate every nut & bolt loose on the car eventually !!! :lol: Looks like there's a Demon inside that can't wait to get out! :o If my hearing wasn't already damaged (40+ years of commercial/industiral work) then a short ride around the block w...
by chromelampshade
Thu Feb 09, 2023 5:42 pm
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: How to bypass factory amp?
Replies: 3
Views: 767

Re: How to bypass factory amp?

Typically doing a factory headunit swap with a different headunit in the vibes can be tricky, since different units output different high level voltage, it can be tricky finding one that works with the factory amplifier. As for the headunit not outputing any sound, did you verify all connections? no...
by chromelampshade
Sun Feb 05, 2023 3:48 pm
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: 03 vibe sound system question/discussion
Replies: 45
Views: 17674

Re: 03 vibe sound system question/discussion

[youtube]https://www.youtube.com/shorts/xb0kqN4QuoU[/youtube]
6th order bandpass box running, need headunit and bigger sub amp lol. 20,22hz gets the doors slapping :D
by chromelampshade
Mon Jan 23, 2023 12:48 pm
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: 03 vibe sound system question/discussion
Replies: 45
Views: 17674

Re: 03 vibe sound system question/discussion

doood looks sick! It was funny when I popped the panel and I see the cig lighter not even plugged in :lol: eff it we tap in voltmeter gonna get a alpine ILX w650 or ILX 407 or 507, we'll see how my pockets are looking when I'm ready. They have front/rear camera compatibility, 6ch preamp output. The ...
by chromelampshade
Sun Jan 22, 2023 4:08 pm
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: 03 vibe sound system question/discussion
Replies: 45
Views: 17674

Re: 03 vibe sound system question/discussion

https://media.discordapp.net/attachments/1064360512160288798/1066788939815473312/rn_image_picker_lib_temp_b2457fc0-2222-4208-a6ff-084e8c33d483.jpg?width=507&height=676 {THIS ISNT MY NOMINAL VOLTAGE, I WAS FULL TILT AT IDLE} installed voltmeter to replace the cig lighter. the cig lighter never w...
by chromelampshade
Sun Jan 22, 2023 7:06 am
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: 03 vibe sound system question/discussion
Replies: 45
Views: 17674

Re: 03 vibe sound system question/discussion

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6th order bandpass for single 10in rated @1kW rms going in the hatch :P
by chromelampshade
Fri Jan 20, 2023 7:42 am
Forum: Interior
Topic: Does interior A-Pillar trim piece share same design as a different vehicle?
Replies: 3
Views: 605

Re: Does interior A-Pillar trim piece share same design as a different vehicle?

ive never worked with fiberglass and from what i've heard its a PITA to create your own fiberglass pods. Unless the pods online im seeing can be heated up and reshaped, I could do that. If not i'll just look for a universal pod mount. Specifically want a 2 pod so I can run a midrange and a tweeter a...
by chromelampshade
Wed Jan 18, 2023 6:30 pm
Forum: Interior
Topic: Does interior A-Pillar trim piece share same design as a different vehicle?
Replies: 3
Views: 605

Does interior A-Pillar trim piece share same design as a different vehicle?

as title states, does the a-pillar interior trim piece have a similar or same designer as a different GMC or toyota? 2003 pontiac vibe AWD base. looking to do some a-pillar pods but there isn't any that is made for my vehicle. Any other vehicles with similar a pillar shape?
by chromelampshade
Mon Jan 02, 2023 8:33 am
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: 03 vibe sound system question/discussion
Replies: 45
Views: 17674

Re: 03 vibe sound system question/discussion

Damn you're going all out! TBH your build would be better off in an audio forum with the level you're working at haha. How much was the HO alternator? Also why not run a supercap? Buddy of mine just gave me a few of em, I just need to get the bus bars and all the other stuff to install em. 320A alt...
by chromelampshade
Wed Dec 28, 2022 7:05 pm
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: 03 vibe sound system question/discussion
Replies: 45
Views: 17674

Re: 03 vibe sound system question/discussion

https://media.discordapp.net/attachments/691426457129320459/1056049883678769273/rn_image_picker_lib_temp_0895b24f-d1bb-4619-9dec-f0adfee5f3d1.jpg?width=507&height=676 https://media.discordapp.net/attachments/691426457129320459/1055183400199258185/IMG_20221216_171929.jpg?width=507&height=676...
by chromelampshade
Sun Dec 25, 2022 10:47 am
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: What is the maximum input voltage for the factory amp?
Replies: 2
Views: 359

Re: What is the maximum input voltage for the factory amp?

forgot to mention, in my case i do have a turn off pop. the solution is to replace headunit (alpine ilx 407, or w650) and add dedicated ground. replace factory amplifier (in my case 4 channel, you could do 5channel) add dedicated ground. from there source unit will have clean signal, send it off to ...
by chromelampshade
Sun Dec 25, 2022 10:44 am
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: What is the maximum input voltage for the factory amp?
Replies: 2
Views: 359

Re: What is the maximum input voltage for the factory amp?

Probably would be a better approach to use a LOC, and tap it BEFORE your factory amplifier. Yes, you can use RCA from headunit to say your subwoofer amplifier. But iirc factory headunit and amplifier have poor grounds, hence the turn off pop. If you're just replacing your factory headunit, you shoul...
by chromelampshade
Fri Dec 16, 2022 10:50 pm
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: 03 vibe sound system question/discussion
Replies: 45
Views: 17674

Re: 03 vibe sound system question/discussion

replaced with oem 72.5in gates micro v belt. 14.4 idle 14.9 peak alternator output. going to bump up idle speed a hair to get more output to achieve 14.9 idle.
autotechengineeringusa.com for anybody wondering. running 320A alternator and 55aH yellowtop. Big 3 1/0 oversize upgrade.
by chromelampshade
Sun Dec 11, 2022 4:14 pm
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: 03 vibe sound system question/discussion
Replies: 45
Views: 17674

Re: 03 vibe sound system question/discussion

Today I have installed the HO alt (320A), done big 3, and upgraded battery to a deep cycle optima yellow top 55aH (just temporary until i do lithium) Charging voltage is 14.9 and resting voltage is 12.9. Optima yellow top battery are 15.2 max for anyone wondering. The vibe so far handles the 14.9 ju...
by chromelampshade
Sat Dec 10, 2022 5:43 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: how hell you get alternator off?
Replies: 4
Views: 638

Re: how hell you get alternator off?

altbolt.jpg Are you asking about the one that is tagged as 27020E in the diagram? https://parts.toyota.com/p/Toyota_2003_Matrix/Alternator-Bracket-Bolt-FOR-ALTERNATOR-FOR-TRANSAXLE-CASE/63608171/9010510223.html thinks that is Toyota part number 9010510223 Doesn't say what the size/threads are on it...
by chromelampshade
Thu Dec 08, 2022 5:56 pm
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: 03 vibe sound system question/discussion
Replies: 45
Views: 17674

Re: 03 vibe sound system question/discussion

HO alternator & oversize cable almost installed. Does anyone know of top of their head what the max charging voltage is on the vibes before things go crazy? Going for ling long 40Ah, dual bank =80Ah, best bang for the buck. 16.5 idle voltage im going for, any rebuttles? on stock alt and battery ...
by chromelampshade
Thu Dec 08, 2022 5:49 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: how hell you get alternator off?
Replies: 4
Views: 638

Re: how hell you get alternator off?

14mm is all i know, purchased a bolt breaker kit i will update on how it goes. PB blast the bolt in the meantime as well as the engine battery ground since that is also seized.

does anyone know specs of the lower alt bracket bolt
Thanks!
bump
by chromelampshade
Sat Dec 03, 2022 5:08 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: how hell you get alternator off?
Replies: 4
Views: 638

Re: how hell you get alternator off?

does anyone know exactly what size the lower bolt is for when i replace it? length, thread, etc...
by chromelampshade
Sat Dec 03, 2022 5:06 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: how hell you get alternator off?
Replies: 4
Views: 638

how hell you get alternator off?

ive removed top bolt just fine, seems like notorious problem after looking around. how the hell do you remove the lower bracket bolt 14mm? its so seized i stripped it thinking it was loosening. ive tried freezing it, PB blaster, tightening then loosening, hex socket, you name it. i dont want to torc...
by chromelampshade
Sun Nov 13, 2022 7:34 am
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: 03 vibe sound system question/discussion
Replies: 45
Views: 17674

Re: 03 vibe sound system question/discussion

oscope ordered, i've checked my audio signal going from amp > subs and signal going from midamp > midranges. I did not check to see how clean signal is from headunit, however after amplification the signal is very dirty, even at 22/40 Plan is to replace headunit with clean signal 40/40 and replace f...
by chromelampshade
Sun Nov 13, 2022 7:32 am
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: All new speakers! Need help.
Replies: 16
Views: 3201

Re: All new speakers! Need help.

I have some extra cash coming to me at the end of February and NEED to replace all the stock speakers in the 03 Vibe. Any "cost-wise" suggestions? Looking to get a sub as well. Nothing booming, but good enough to enjoy. My speakers have been running about 50% for 2 years now and I haven't...
by chromelampshade
Fri Nov 11, 2022 6:09 pm
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: 03 vibe sound system question/discussion
Replies: 45
Views: 17674

Re: 03 vibe sound system question/discussion

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going in the vibe, along with big 4 upgrade. 320amp output
certified, 179A @650RPM, 339A @1800RPM
by chromelampshade
Sat Nov 05, 2022 8:34 pm
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: 03 vibe sound system question/discussion
Replies: 45
Views: 17674

Re: 03 vibe sound system question/discussion

Mind you I did clamp my sub system, It did 600w RMS before clipping (Im on stock electrical!!) Mids/highs are wired to 4ohm, could be seeing less then 30w rms (stock factory amp, going to be swapped soon!)
by chromelampshade
Sat Nov 05, 2022 8:33 pm
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: 03 vibe sound system question/discussion
Replies: 45
Views: 17674

Re: 03 vibe sound system question/discussion

I'll tell you the same life advice my dad gave me that has served me REALLY well with vehicles. It's 1000% more fun to drive a slow car near the limit of it's performance and still be under the speed limit than it is to have to constantly suppress any urge to have fun lest you immediately reach fel...
by chromelampshade
Thu Oct 27, 2022 7:35 am
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: 03 vibe sound system question/discussion
Replies: 45
Views: 17674

Re: 03 vibe sound system question/discussion

I used to be in west valley phoenix lol. But that was back in 2018... As for performance upgrades for a base AWD, don't bother haha. maybe a ram air intake if you wanna make fun intake sounds but there isn't much performance for you to gain without massive modifications and money... yeah i don't di...
by chromelampshade
Tue Oct 25, 2022 2:18 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: 2003 Pontiac Vibe AWD Base Performance Upgrades?
Replies: 7
Views: 858

Re: 2003 Pontiac Vibe AWD Base Performance Upgrades?

A little more on the AWD version of the 1ZZ is physically different when compared to the FWD 1ZZ and 2ZZ. There are mounting points on the back of the AWD block for the AWD transfer case. Realistically, if you want to make your AWD car faster, you could swap in the FWD transmission, change the exha...
by chromelampshade
Mon Oct 24, 2022 8:43 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: 2003 Pontiac Vibe AWD Base Performance Upgrades?
Replies: 7
Views: 858

Re: 2003 Pontiac Vibe AWD Base Performance Upgrades?

GT versions (2003) are 180hp, whats the difference? arent they both 1zz-fe? Base and awd 03-08 vibes get the 1ZZ, GTs get the 2ZZ. The 2ZZ has an extra cam engagement that kicks in above ~6000RPM, thats when you hit the extra power (lift). Also, the 2ZZ takes a higher octane gas than the 1ZZ, so ev...
by chromelampshade
Sun Oct 23, 2022 7:08 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: 2003 Pontiac Vibe AWD Base Performance Upgrades?
Replies: 7
Views: 858

Re: 2003 Pontiac Vibe AWD Base Performance Upgrades?

if you're looking for better fuel economy I'd look towards weight reduction, and lightweight parts wherever you can afford them, including in the engine. You could also see gains in hp/fuel economy with a tune to the ecu though I don't know if that can be done to the stock one. In general though, i...
by chromelampshade
Fri Oct 21, 2022 7:15 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: 2003 Pontiac Vibe AWD Base Performance Upgrades?
Replies: 7
Views: 858

2003 Pontiac Vibe AWD Base Performance Upgrades?

2003 Pontiac Vibe AWD Base Performance Upgrades? 1ZZ-FE Many people say it is not "worth" it to do performance upgrades, however that is the case with performance in general, you have to spend serious money for serious power. You hear "performance upgrades" and folks are under th...
by chromelampshade
Thu Oct 20, 2022 3:50 am
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: 03 vibe sound system question/discussion
Replies: 45
Views: 17674

Re: 03 vibe sound system question/discussion

I used to be in west valley phoenix lol. But that was back in 2018... As for performance upgrades for a base AWD, don't bother haha. maybe a ram air intake if you wanna make fun intake sounds but there isn't much performance for you to gain without massive modifications and money... yeah i don't di...
by chromelampshade
Wed Oct 19, 2022 9:53 am
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: 03 vibe sound system question/discussion
Replies: 45
Views: 17674

Re: 03 vibe sound system question/discussion

I think you might be on a whole separate audiophile level of planet from me haha. I take a ton of road trips in mine and wanted better sound all around so I went with a budget 5 channel amp and the best speakers I could to keep the whole package around $700 with wiring. Honestly anything would've b...
by chromelampshade
Tue Oct 18, 2022 3:01 pm
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: 03 vibe sound system question/discussion
Replies: 45
Views: 17674

Re: 03 vibe sound system question/discussion

I've used killmat and mounted new tweeters in all 4 doors. Sorry I didn't see this post sooner!!! Your tweeter install in the front door looks nice, does it have a crossover? As for the sound deadening, I noticed the biggest difference from doing the entire floor. Gravel roads, debris, mud, dirt, l...
by chromelampshade
Mon Oct 17, 2022 11:59 am
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: Full Audio System Upgrade! Head unit, speakers, and 5 channel amplifier. 2005 Vibe with monsoon moon and tunes.
Replies: 3
Views: 1552

Re: Full Audio System Upgrade! Head unit, speakers, and 5 channel amplifier. 2005 Vibe with monsoon moon and tunes.

did changing amplifier ground location eliminate hissing? i have a hiss however isnt not noticable unless you physically listen to it. i want to bypass the stock amp, do you know what bypass harness would work? im not in dire need of bypassing since i will be utilizing rca out instead of line out, w...
by chromelampshade
Sat Oct 15, 2022 2:33 pm
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: 03 vibe sound system question/discussion
Replies: 45
Views: 17674

Re: 03 vibe sound system question/discussion

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=olYEoYam_t8 heres a video of the midrange in action finished the last bit of doing sound deadening, whenever I find the motivation I'll redo the factory firewall insulation. For now all doors, and rear hatch is deadened up. Not very much rattling left other then the p...
by chromelampshade
Sat Oct 15, 2022 8:26 am
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: 03 vibe sound system question/discussion
Replies: 45
Views: 17674

Re: 03 vibe sound system question/discussion

Nice work so far. Too bad you couldn't have taken a dBa reading before & after to actually see the noise difference. I'll be doing this similar improvement to my 2004 Vibe GT hopefully over the winter. My first priorities once I retire will be to fix the rust/leaky windshield (top passenger sid...
by chromelampshade
Fri Oct 14, 2022 1:10 am
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: 03 vibe sound system question/discussion
Replies: 45
Views: 17674

Re: 03 vibe sound system question/discussion

Kilmat 80mil sound deadener installed. Pretty big difference. https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/778449729784643604/1030404304487600239/unknown.png before, just had to remove factory plastic , installed foam gasket to make a seal to the door card. deadened inside of the door as well. https://med...
by chromelampshade
Tue Aug 09, 2022 5:50 am
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: 03 vibe sound system question/discussion
Replies: 45
Views: 17674

Re: 03 vibe sound system question/discussion

voltage drop fixed, loose connection on amplifier power terminal. alpine s65c components installed w/o having to remove factory speaker spacer. however, door speaker grill had is removed to compensate for space.