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Pappy

Yesterday I backed up into a concrete abatment and put about 8-10 DEEP scratches almost 1/8"deep in my rear bumper. Anyone know of a filler/fix? Looks like a claw just ripped into it.....

Pappy

quote:Pappy, I am a Business Manager at a Pontiac, Buick, GMC dealership (Alaska Sales and Service, in Anchorage and Wasilla), and I can guarantee that any dealership WILL service ANY make of car. PERIOD....Sorry, not true. I asked Mike Raisor Pontiac in Lafayette IN to work on my Oldsmobile because...

Pappy

It took me 2 months to get my Toyota dealer t agree. FINALLY, they have offered to only do the mainenance-NO warranty or troubleshooting work. Mike

Pappy

Never, NEVER the tip! Actually had it put onto the stocker yesterday but had it put further out. Looks SOOO much better to me. Mike

Pappy

I don't have Paypal or know what exactly that is. Cashiers check or money order work, would have to calculate shiiping by US Post office after packaging? A Lot of members on this group live right in my neighborhood. How loud? JUST like ALL the other "tuner" cars out there ya here endlessly...

Pappy

Magna Flow Muffler for sale. Used about 1 1/2- 2 months? Just got too LOUD! $50.00 In Oceanside, California.Pictures at: http://members.cox.net/oldtimer2/Vibe.htmMike

Pappy

quote:With a set-up likr this I would go with a 50-75hp shot on the street. The bottle will last for about 10 1/4 mile passes. As for refills, you local speed shop should be able to help you out, your looking at about $4 a Lb 10lb bottle comes with the kit so about $40 a re-fill. Some areas requir t...

Pappy

quote: very trick!!! Direct-port No2 is the safest system to go with, up to this point it required drilling into the intake manifold, this new system is fitted right in with the fuel injector, no drilling and can be removed without a trace. here is a linkhttp://www.nosnitrous.com/HiOctn/ProdLine/Pro...

Pappy

Qupted from: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/pontiacvibeandtoyotamatrix/message/591 Alright, keep this on the downlow because this won't be released to the public for a while, but we just got some info at the plant on what changes are coming for the '04 Vibe. Its nothing too impressive, but adds to th...

Pappy

quote:Dear Mike:For Warranty service I agree they(Toyota) cannot perform warrantywork on your vehicle even if its the same vehicule with the exception of the slicker US designed Body, but if you go in there for a tune up and oil change and you are paying for this, they will serve you. There is NO la...

Pappy

quote:This might be the case in the US, but not in Canada.Also what happens, when you buy a used Toyota at a GM dealer, they will service and certify it! Ok, I thought we were talking new cars here and for factory "book" mainenance.... If anyone has a dealer that WILL do it, great, let me ...

Pappy

quote:Contrary to the Popular belief here. YES, you can take your car to toyota for maintenance. In Fact you can take your car to any certified repair shop for repairs or service. Your rights are Protected under the Magnuson-Moss ACT. A Dealer can not make you return to them for service. The only wa...

Pappy

quote:Kind of like me after Trish (the wife) kicked me in the nuts when I mentioned the supercharger and rims! ******************************************************That was the funniest thing I have heard all day, practicaly fell off my seat here in the office. I agree with you, our Vibes will soun...

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quote:>Hey PappyI would like to hear a sound file of the Hooker set up too.Cant make up my mind between the GMD(georgemartindesign),orthe Flowmaster . I will have to agree with AdminII, you cant go wrong with a Flowmatser setup and it's a lot cheaper than the GMD Exhaust.I think it sounds pretty goo...

Pappy

quote:Hi Everybody, It looks like everybody is waiting for Dyno results before they order our exhaust systems. Since the SEMA show is next week, instead of waiting 3 more weeks to get this done, I'm looking for somebody in the Southern California area to bring their Matrix X or XR 2WD model in for a...

Pappy

quote:It's sounds beautiful. If anyone is borderline or not-sure, GET IT! Deep throaty tone at anywhere from 3800 and above. Pulls better at the high end. If anyone needs installation help, let me know, it really was very easy though. Buddy of mine and myself did it in about an hour and a half. GET ...

Pappy

quote:Why then do you often see a Dodge Caravan in a GM garage, or a Honda Civic in a Toyota garage...I don't want to say you are not right but if this can't be the case just for the Vibe/Matrix combo? If you are talking about "factory" dealerships, I have NEVER seen this! But you had me s...

Pappy

Looks great. If ya ever get a sound file, post it! Need your hitch too but need the 2" ball mount to go with my bike carrier. My recumbent bike is longer than my damned Vibe! Mike

Pappy

Great if it were possible, BUT, the dealer would lose it's dealership if it did. Check and see. I've been a service manager for about 20 years now by the way.... Mike

Pappy

Positive....it's a conflict of interest for one brand to service another. Gentlemans agreement between em.

Pappy

Thanks for this. It really lets us know what it does for the car. Kinda like an earfull is wortha thousand words. Great job! Mike

Pappy

quote:Same here. My wife sceamed at me when she saw me drooling over the new Supercharger for the Vibe. "You'll never waste our money like that.", she says. She's just jealous of the Vibe. When she really gets on it, or tailgates I yell at her that shes gonna kill the car. Wonder if I can ...

Pappy

quote:is that issue out yet.I was told what ever car makes the front cover on that mag. The aftermarket companies try to advertise mods for them. Yep, bought it at the newstand today. Has a Yellow Civic Si on the cover. The car I was signing the final papers on to build a street racer out of when th...

Pappy

Yeah, and I know a few other lyrics too! I had the deal made on the "faster car". Was bringing home the Honda Si as a starting platform. Trish HATED it. Said it looked just like a Geo Metro...... But she thought the Matrix and Vibe were, "CUTE". Oh, the humanity....Mike

Pappy

No, Toyota is NOT ALLOWED to touch your car. I'm in the same boat as you and wish it were NOT the case....My local Toyota deale is great at knowing HOW to work on product. ALL my Pontiac dealers are idiots AND thieves from my own personal experience...Sad, but I bought this car understanding it in a...

Pappy

And just when I thought the Wife would start calming down....From a Turbo, to suspension, to brakes....they are doin it all. God, I'm a DEAD man! 54 years old and she's gonna kill me. What IS it about this Vibe that is doin this to me!!!! Mike

Pappy

Added one of their $90.00 "Tips" today I like it so much. Paid less than the list though. Also had all the windows tinted Limo...Now if the wife will let me get my damned wheels! Mike(somone able to explain to me how to post a picture? Thanks!) Since I can't find a way to post the pictures...

Pappy

I tried one on yesterday. Too tinny sounding to me. And at high RPM, too raspy to me also. I didn't drive it to experience any performance chages however? I only wanted a deep purr type sound like my old MG's and Jag's. Got it with this. Today, after more driving, I'm wondering if I should have gone...

Pappy

I'm having a friend of mine who owns a muffler shop make up a bolt-on exhaust with a Hooker Aerochamber muffler, and a resonator tip. Now all I have to do is find the time to get over to his shop. Will post a follow-up when (if) it gets done. What diameter pipe did he use on yours? I am going with 2...

Pappy

Was set for a $600.00 PLUS cat back system. A friend who owns a muffler shop in Vista California BEGGED me to come in for a cheap fix for my need for some sound. Said he would fit a dozen different systems for FREE till I found what sound I wanted. Told him I wanted a DEEP smooth sound, NOT a hollow...

Pappy

Wish I had known this awhile back. I waited cuz Consumer Reports ays the base with auto trans is over 11.5 seconds to 60 mph! I just couldn't bring myself to buy a SLUG this slow. But I just kept looking and looking, finally gave in. Mine is the base Vibe with auto tranny.... Mike

Pappy

I bought the Base Vibe with auto tranny. I see some here say 0-60 MPH times are just over 8 sec. Consumer reports testing shows this time on the same car at a lethargic 11.8 seconds! Hoping my new ride ain't this SLOW..... Anyone know of a "reliable" source of perfomance specs for this car...

Pappy

Too late..POOF!

Pappy

Dumb question...Is the sensor for these things that big "button" sized thingie on the left top of my dash? Thanks, Mike

Pappy

Just got my Salsa yesterday evening. Was trying to test the alarm when I relized this thing has a motorcycle horn! Right in the front grill so 1 bolt & she got tossed. Put an old Ford Ranger Horn on for now. Have some old Dodge Van horns but need to make a bracket for em first and THEN I'm gonna...

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Re: Pontiac Vibe to Toyota's dealer for maintenance (Lorin)

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New Exhaust Installed Today

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Wimpy Horn GONE!