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rareorange1

well this is new to me, and here I thought I knew everything about these cars. thanks all!

rareorange1

Hi guys:I was viewing craigslist for vibes (for fun, not interested in buying another one) and I stumbled across a 2006 model, manual transmission, non-GT.The dealer posted pictures and the one of the cargo area gave me a shock. This vibe has what I am 100% positive is a factory Subwoofer molded per...

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I have never even heard of a 5x95 bolt pattern.

rareorange1

Got enough wheel weights? LOL.O also have an 06, and I has had bubbling on the wheels since I bought it last March. I just noticed today that some of the bubbles had infact broken, leaving the ugly metal underneath. Im going to probably leave it and not bother investing money into new rims.

rareorange1

I used the console socket aswell on my earlier vibe. But my '06 for whatever reason doesn't have it.

rareorange1

Hey guys:I have a set of neons at home plug into the cigarette lighter(Standard kind that you can get from walmart). My dilemma:I don't want to just plug it into the lighter socket (looks ugly). I have already split the wires, my question is am i able to solder these wires directly to the back of th...

rareorange1

Haha.I like how you refer to it as a "mod".It is really ugly underneath. And don't remove it unless necessary, or you'll run into the same problem as me!

rareorange1

Its ugly underneath. The cover is fairly asthetically pleasing.

rareorange1

The holes are indeed threaded. Those plastic retainers are so stupid. They get wrecked as soon as they are removed, like a 1 shot thing. I'll go into Canadian Tire where I work and jack a few different sizes. I was hoping someone else replaced them with stainless steel bolts, and new the size off ha...

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Hey guys:You know those plastic retaining clips near the back of the engine cover holding it down?Well, funny story made short.... I broke one off. However, I happened to notice that the holes they "clip" into are threaded.My question is, does anyone know what size bolt would be used to th...

rareorange1

I have the same problem. It doesn't seem like a major issue though. So I'm not worrying about it.

rareorange1

Neat idea using the chameleon paint! I have to ask though... whats with the black paint in the cargo area? Is that bedliner????And don't take this the wrong way, but nice straps holding the sub box

rareorange1

I painted the following trim pieces with a metallic black duplicolor spray can:Window regulator switch panelsGauge rings The "chrome" vertical strips by the shifterThe main head unit peiceThe side piece to the left of the steering columnThis took me 3 of the 8oz cans from duplicolorCost $2...

rareorange1

That looks honestly like crap. The e next to the V looks terrible. Your "eVil" vibe just looks "Vile"!!!

rareorange1

Theres no F-ing way it "fell off". I had removed mine purposely to paint body colour, and those things are on there solid with double sided foam tape, and they are recessed. You are full of crap.

rareorange1

Well, as for velcro or magnets, I dont think those will do the same as double sided tape. And what does Richard Simmons know?!

rareorange1

i want this to be a cheap mod, only spending less than $15. It think I know what Im gonna do.

rareorange1

I just got a new 06 vibe, black, after crashing my orange 04. I didnt really mod my orange one, but Im thinking of getting some rims for my new abyss vibe. I want the biggest wheels possible for a stock suspension setup.Im thinking there is room for 19 x 8 with a 35 offset.But does someone have a be...

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hmmmIt does sound like alot of work, but I'm up for it!I just hope it will turn out how I'm picturing it.Good tip on the dental floss or fishing line, i never would have thought of that.Oh one more thing... I suppose i should sand the decals first before painting, eh?

rareorange1

Okay, so there wont be any holes.But how do you recommend that I paint them? just regular automotive spray paint? and should i reattach them with something better than double sided tape?Oh, and how difficult are they to remove?

rareorange1

Hi all,I just bought a 2006 all black vibe after crashing my orange 2004.One of the first mods I want to make is paint my decals black, because I think it makes the car look really clean, and still allows others to identify it. So I was wondering what is underneath the decals?Are there mounting hole...

rareorange1

thanks for all of your help

rareorange1

Can someone please tell me how to display my pics!!!I don't just want a link posted, i want my fusion beauty to be seen.Any info will helpThanks

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rareorange1

Thanks the pic really helps

rareorange1

did you paint the dash peieces or was that a kit?If it was a kit, where did you get it?

rareorange1

Do you think the body colour inderneath will be slightly off? it is a 2004.

rareorange1

Has anyone else noticed the "red" pontiac badge on the back turns a pinkish hue? I don't like it very much!!! I'm contemplating whether to:a) Remove it altogether (but im scared it will reveal mounting holes, or not match the rest of my paint)b) Paint it body color with some touch up paint...

rareorange1

Where did you pick it up? Lordco? And do you apply it to the outside or inside of the lense?

rareorange1

How about tinting that badges??? any thoughts on that??

rareorange1

Very nice eye, bud. That is definitely a VIBE, I can tell by the radio.

rareorange1

Hey, I wanna customize my taillights, by tinting them a little. I think it looks sick on some cars like jettas, and what have you. How do you do it? Do you have the taillights special, or can you do it at home???Thanks a milli

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Um thanks MAXX, but WE KNOW what kind of weather we have. What are you, a meteorologist?? And no, the vibes won't rust. There's something called a zinc coating, which all manufacturers have been dipping their cars in for the past, i don't know, 8 YEARS!!!, but anyway $7000 is too much to offer. Even...

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Um thanks MAXX, but WE KNOW what kind of weather we have. What are you, a meteorologist?? And no, the vibes won't rust. There's something called a zinc coating, which all manufacturers have been dipping their cars in for the past, i don't know, 8 YEARS!!!, but anyway $7000 is too much to offer. Even...

rareorange1

k and n intake and magnaflow exhaust are some easy upgrades to give an extra 12-15 hp. Costly though, they'll be about $250, and $600, respectively. Not only do they add power, but they dress up the whip nicely. Lowering it is a good idea, i find these cars don't have the best handling in the corner...

rareorange1

who uses keys???

rareorange1

thank you! somebody agrees with me.

rareorange1

Aights so do we agree the Envy GT is probs the rarest vibe out there?I think a Fusion orange/ sunset orange what have you, GT is probs second rarest. It takes guts to roll in those colors.

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just because a color gets less votes, doesn't mean it is not popular. GM just might not have made very many of that particular color. For instance they made more black in 04 than envy. so really the "unpopular" colors are the rarest and should be rewarded.lolGood Vibrations

rareorange1

seriously go to the dealer, duplicolor aint exact. Even though you have a white car.

rareorange1

there is also two compartments in the console, and a place under the shifter. that inverter comes in handy tootheres also another cigarette outlet in the console, thats where i run my neons off of. lol

rareorange1

and also, you will need your full warranty papers, with the stickers that come with the battery that were placed on the warranty, and the receipt. to have it replaced if it comes up bad, that is.

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i work at canadian tire in vancouver, testing a battery is free. Provided you take it out and bring it to the partss guys. If you leave it in your car, and have the mechanics look at it, they will charge you.And ya, thats typical of the eliminators, you should really go to walmart and get an optima ...

rareorange1

i like da car, and defs like those wheels that come with the GT.

rareorange1

whatever man, the orange is da ****! Envy kinda looks like puke. That is the last vibe colour i would pick. If is was a more olive metallic green, that would be sweeeeeet!!

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rareorange1

Ya maybe in the US, but they don't offer "envy" as a color in Canada.In the 6 years they have offered the vibe, I have only seen like 5 others with my color, in Vancouver.

rareorange1

ya the gas mileage is superb in these babies. I commute 70 km per day 5 days a week and it only takes one fill up. And **** Salsa, sunset Orange is where its at!!!!

rareorange1

What is the rarest of the rare vibe colors?? Anybody?Cause I think it is the sunset Orange color but I can't be certain

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