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The Wheels are Limited 903's in Gunmetal Gray. I got them and the tires OTD for around $800 at a place in Youngstown, Ohio called B & R Wholesale Tire. "They're known for the money you keep BEEP BEEP!" I am very satisfied with the wheels. The only problem I have had is that the wheels ...

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I have recently put on a dual outlet muffler. I will post pics when I get a chance. I had to cut a hole on the right side to accomodate. I went with Magnaflow 4" tips that are dual wall stainless. What a difference in sound! The car is really loud now. The local cops follow me all the time just...

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I lost all back pressure too, when I went with a new exhaust. I have 2.5" stainless from the resonator back into a 1 in, 2 out muffler that is "ricey" loud. I will post pics when I get a chance. Anyway, with the loss of backpressure, my car has NO bottom end whatsoever, but it tries t...

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Worst case scenario: Drop fuel tank to drain fuel--labor will run about $100+Easy way (takes forever): Disconnect fuel line and pump out fuel w/fuel pump--requires cycling key over and over since fuel pump only pumps a squirt at a time--this way is cheaper, but takes forever!I know this from experie...

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I have always been a fan of Sony decks and speakers. I replaced my h/u with a Sony and the rear door speakers with Sony's. I went with Memphis for the fronts.As far as the install of the deck--easy! Just get the right dash kit and wiring harness. Also, for running the wires for the sub...the thresho...

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I have one and I like it. I haven't noticed any decrease in fuel mileage. If anything, it is better. The power gains are most noticeable in the upper RPM range. When I "get on it" I receive a lot of looks from people on the streets.

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My wife and I just took our Vibe to NC and back. On the way back, we went through the Allegheny Natl. Forest and all its scenic mountains. I was concerned about being able to motor up them before our trip. However, my header, S/R intake and custom exhaust had me climbing the 7% grades in 2nd (maybe ...

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I know that Bosch plat 4's are not supposed to be gapped. However, it is possible to gap other iridiums. I gapped my NGK's and I am glad I did--they were way off the 0.043 recommendation!BTW, all cars have a sticker on/under the hood that gives the spark plug gap info--it often gives the engine size...

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The diesel truck oil filters do hold a lot of oil. I used to do changes on them all the time and I have seem some filters (usually on Cat engines) hold a gallon of oil.I do not fill the filter on my cars since some of them require the filter to be turned two or three times before they can go in ('92...

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I worked at a truck & auto repair center for a few years and plugged a ton of tires--even semi tires at the driver's request. It should be fine. The tire shop I purchased my wheels and tires from is about 30 miles from home and was 100 miles from where I noticed it going down. I usually fix the ...

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I like it. I wanted to put something like that in mine so I could play movies, but I bought a cheapy DVD player that hooks over the seat instead. I already spent enough $ on other things like wheels, header, exhaust, 10's, deck, speakers, S/R, tint, etc. Maybe Santa will bring one when the deck acci...

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I have heard some really impressive sounding 8" woofers in a Dodge Viper and Porsche 911. I made a decent sounding bandpass box for some 8's too. I have never heard of getting bass out of 6's, but then again, most home tower speakers have a really small woofer in them (maybe 6") so I guess...

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You get a puncture in them of course. Less than three weeks on the new wheels and tires and I had some weird projectile pierce the left rear. I went to remove the object with needle nose pliers and it (looked like PVC pipe) broke twice. I plugged it and she's holding (I know, don't put a plugged tir...

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I guess I will break them down as Sunny suggests. I just hate trying to line up the holes when I put them back together--they never line up straight.BTW, I like buying new poles because my older ones were el cheapo. Now I have an excuse to buy a new one The PVC tubes are common at beaches, that is w...

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I have used nothing but Syntec in my '95 Camaro and have no complaints. After 5k miles, the oil on the stick is clear. When it comes out, it is black in the drain pan, but clear on the stick. My oil pressure drops about 5-10 lbs after 4k miles, so I stretch it to 5k.When I switched my Vibe over to s...

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Are there any other fishermen/fisherwomen out there? If so, where do you put your fishing poles in the vibe. I have two-pieces poles that break down, but I do not like to break them down--I am too lazy.So far, I have broken two of them because the were crushed by the rear window (they poked out when...

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I tried Krylon for plastic and had horrible results--however, I did not sand first. I used some metallic paint and had good results after sanding, though. The big thing is...be patient and take your time. Don't do what I did and try to put 5 coats on in 10 min

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Hndlthis--you will be happy with the results of upgrading speakers. I too would suggest installing a new deck while you are at it.shane_c--as far as your rattling front speakers, the problem I had with mine is that is removed the stock basket--I am too impatient to cut & glue. Anyway, for 6.5's ...

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Mine is definitely a she...I just gave her a pedicure

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Welcome. You may not miss the fuel mileage of the Vue, but you will miss the power. I love my Vibe and love modding it. However, I do miss the V6 power my Grand Am had. But yes, up to 36 mpg is nice. The best I have done is 33.5 while the worst I have done is 26.3 after some very hard driving on new...

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Sorry no night pics or any against a wall. My camera is tricky with lights at night.These are at dusk...the pass. side (left when facing) is the Sylvania Silverstar 9003 and the driver's side is the PIAA Super Plasma GT-X H4:

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PIAA Super Plasma GT-X H4 Low BeamSilver Stars at dusk for comparisonPIAA's on Hi Beam (supposedly bright white)

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Has anyone tried these?http://www.shopatron.com/produ...353.0I just put them in and will post pics later tonight...I checked on a warranty since I was originally going to get Super Plasma Glow bulbs, which have a 10 year warranty. These PIAA's were a little pricier ($75) at my Pontiac Dealer, BUT, t...

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Sorry, I agree with celtic about the h/u. Didn't mean to get the wrong name there. Anyway, I think two 10's are plenty in a Vibe. I couldn't imagine having more...my tens make my head hurt.

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I have less than $1000 in my audio and it is the best system I have ever had in a car. I am more than please with 2 Fosgate 10's w.325.1 mono amp ($279 at bestbuy + $80 for install kit), Sony deck ($200 + $30 for dash kit and wiring harness), Sony rear door speakers ($60) and Memphis front door spea...

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Now you just have to replace the el cheapo stock door speakers and you will really be happy Congrats on the new deck.

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I have a set of Sumitomo HTR+ on my Camaro and they are great in the rain and snow. Excellent traction. Tire rack has them in 225/45/17 for $79 each. The only problem I have with them is that they lose air pressure ~5psi/wk. My sister had them on her Vibe and had a similar problem (air pressure loss...

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Would a polycarbonate (plastic) hub ring and aftermarket wheels help? I just had new wheels put on, and they seemed out of balance. Anyway, I took it back to the tire shop and they apparently forgot to/neglected to install the hub rings. Vibration problem solved. Anyway, I did some research on hub c...

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Keeping a running average is the only way to go. I agree with what others have said about sitting in traffic, driving harder, pumps shutting off at different times, etc. With my Camaro, I get 29 mpg on one tank of gas, then 18 the next. Is Getgo's gas that much better than Sunoco's? I think not. My ...

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Hank, is this the sound you are looking for?If so, I used a Flowmaster Type Muffler.

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The vibe, as you know, has little torque to begin with. Nonetheless, with the addition of my 2.5" pipe from the resonator to the muffler, there are no noticeable losses in the torque department; if anything, it feels a little bit stronger on the bottom. The top end is much stronger, though. The...

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I had a similar smell from a cafe mocha that spilled in the cold of winter and thawed this spring. Advance Auto guys sold me Ozium. It worked great, but DO NOT spray it while sitting in the car--if you smoke, do not leave cigarettes in the car while spraying either. No more smell, though.

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The early days SilverstarsTyphoon[IMG]http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m13/ ... n.jpg[/IMG]Latest (just installed wheels, header, 2.5" exhaust--done for now???)

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Here is a view you usually don't/can't see. Yes, the box should be bigger...

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Nice wheels! Do you have the spline drive lugnuts? I had to have them for my new Limiteds. Also, do not forget to re-torque the lugs after 1st and 2nd 50 miles. My mechanic buddy forgot to re-torque once with his F-250 w/35's and trashed his bedside--not cool.

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Sublimewind, thanks for the info on posting pics. You are a life saver.All, I have thought about dropping, but Ohio winters can make some pretty deep snow and I do not want to be dragging slush around...Next mod: maybe a horn from a Lincoln UniChip possibly

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I think black w/polished or chrome lip would look good on a white two-tone. Just my 2c. I think white would look good, but they would be difficult to keep clean--especially if you drive hard. I just replace my stock alloys because I was sick of all the brake dust on them.

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Thanks, Blue Crush. How did you get the pic in there? Everytime I try to paste one in, the computer tells me the file is too large.Anyway, I think I am about done modding for now I just hope my 2.5" exhaust does not cause me any problems.

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I got a great deal on Limited 903's (17x7.5, +40mm offset) in Gunmetal Gray w/225/45/R17 tires. All four mounted, balanced, new lugnuts and key OTD for $835.http://s100.photobucket.com/al...0.jpg

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Link to video: http://s100.photobucket.com/al...6.flvI have some pics in my photobucket account in the folder "vibepics" too.

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So after installing the header, I figured I would increase the flow a bit more. I am too cheap to buy a cat-back or an axle-back, so I left the stock resonator in place and had 2.5" stainless pipe installed from the resonator to the muffler which is similar to a flowmaster. The muffler has a 2....

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I have found that the car is not much louder with the header. I have put about 100 miles on it since the header install, and it does not seem that much louder to me. The ECU is getting used to it, though. I have noticed a stronger mid-range pull and much smoother shifting. My exhaust note at the tai...

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Here is a link to my photobucket account that has some videos with sound. My mods are a fullboar muffler, a K&N s/r air intake and a DC Sports Header. Let me know what you think.http://s100.photobucket.com/al...1.flv

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Well, I went to take my old manifold off and just as I was about to crawl underneath, the new header arrived. The box was surprisingly small. Anyway, the install was the easiest mod I have done to the car! Installing the header was easier than putting the S/R intake on. Three slight problems: 1) get...

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I just ordered mine (DC header) today. Once I get it and have it on, I will take some video w/my Sony digital camera and upload it to my photobucket account.Was install easy and did the header come w/new gaskets?

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I just replaced my fronts with Memphis 6.5s and what a difference. With my Sony CDX-GT500, Fosgate subs and amp, and Sony 6.5s in the rear doors, the new Memphis 6.5's brought the mids to life. My wife could clearly hear the music while testing from over 50' away through the walls of my apartment bu...

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Thank you so much for the info! Saved me $28 from Pontiac or $95 from Toyota.

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This may be a silly question, but as I was driving tonight, I accidentally bumped the dimmer switch on the left of the dash. I noticed that it is no longer lit. My question is, is the dimmer switch normally back-lit? (lights on at night, should it be lit up?)I almost crashed twice messing with it an...

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Atomic punk wrote "If you really want to see clean oil pull the dipstick on an engine that runs on natural gas or propane."I have seen this...I changed heads on a ford 460 that ran on propane. You would think it was a brand new engine (yet it had 270k miles on it). No carbon deposits on th...

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