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St. Martin

Well, I sold my Pontiac Vibe GT. I'm actually very sad, I really loved the car. I loved the performance, gas mileage, cargo space, versatility, but I really wanted something more luxurious with a navigation package. I traded it in on my new car, and the dealership sold it in 2 HOURS. They didn't eve...

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Well, I'm finally here! after 6 months of paperwork, business travel, and red tape, I'm now an orlando resident. I put an offer on a house in Oviedo. We're gonna have to break it in with a meet and possibly an install here within the coming months.

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I'm actually in Oklahoma on business right now. The next weekend I'll be in Orlando will be Nov 6. I'd love to plan a meet for sometime mid november if anyone is up for it!

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you live in longwood, huh? I'm currently looking to buy in longwood or lake mary. I work in lake mary but prices are higher. We'll have to throw a meet up our way sometime.

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Welcome, glad to have you guys!

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Quote, originally posted by Sunny Â»Go for the unichip next! You think so? I was talking to TRD about it and she seemed to think it may not be the best way to spend $700. Do you have one?

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Hi! Yeah, the florida regional section is always quiet. I'd like to have some kinda meet here real soon to get to know some vibers in Florida.

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Finally got the bushings in (my car has been out of my posession). HUGE improvement and very quick and easy install. If you hate the way this car shifts, buy these. Seriously...right now. Go buy them.

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Welcome to the CAI family. You'll never be the same...

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Just got the Tein S-techs, progress rear sway bar, and brass shifter bushing installed. All I can say is....WOW. Totally different animal. Completely different car. It actually handles and shifts like a sports car now instead of an SUV. I'll try and post some pics. Wow.If you aren't into the lowerin...

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yeah, wagon, I know what you mean. I bough the GT assuming that a turbo and the GTR bodykit would be available. I wanted a WRX, but the vibe was in my price range.Okay, so, go research new cars now. Go ahead. Find another car that has 180 hp, can fit you and all your friends and all their gear. Find...

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Search the forums on gt-r and fx, you'll find the same article dated almost 4 years ago. and to reiterate, GM will NOT be producing those kits. There is NO market for these cars as they were never produced. They were ONLY SEMA cars. The factory kit was modeled after the fx kit.

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Welcome! You're right about the fact that there currently isn't too much info on the '05's. As far as the paint quality goes, I'm not sure if they've changed it or not with the new model. My step mom had an 03 frosty vibe and had it repainted before she sold it (she got a mercedes instead). I person...

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I'm with ragingfish on this one. I picked up the Tein S-tech's (highest member recommended) for $142 including shipping w/ no tax.

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Hey, good for you for making a kit. Even if the initial responses are "I'm not breaking out my checkbook," it's a start. I have an '03, so the front would be a no go. I'm with TRD on this one, the two back pieces are MUCH cooler than the OEM kit. If you were interested in selling just thos...

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definitely post pics.....and I apologize for him, TRD. It's not very often that you see a "chick" that's as in to cars as you are. Not to mention you put most of us to shame with the amount of mods you've done!

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Thanks for the help, guys! I bought the Teins and the progress rear AR Bar. This left me plenty of money left over for future car parts. Install is next weekend along with motor mounts and shift bushings. I'm thinking its going to be somewhat of a different animal when its all done. So, next questio...

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One more question: Do you have to worry about camber correction once you install the Teins? Usually anything more than 1.5 really creates too much stress. I know our cars ride fairly high, but another 1 inch drop is crazy to not have to modify anything else.

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I heard that CUV stands for Crossover Utility Vehicle. Somewhere between an SUV and a Car. I personally like the old Matrix commercials in 2k2 that called it "The World's First Sport Utility Rocket."

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Thanks guys. I didn't know if the package deal (STB, anti roll bar, progress springs) was worth $350. Since the STB is functionally worthless and the progress springs aren't great, I'll probably avoid it. I think I'll go with your suggestion MadBill and get the teins and an anti roll bar.

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Well, I finally graduated, paid off my bills, and made a little money. I can now actually spend on the car. I have the engine mounts and shifter bushings waiting for install and I thought I'd do springs all in the same day. After reading all of the posts, I figured I'd just ask you guys. What spring...

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I just checked the sport package price.....the abyss is $1818 and the satellite is $1350...(removed)? are we to believe that black paint costs almost $500 more? I don't get it. Maybe it's a demand thing.

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...Just bought a set of both. I'll give you my two cents when i get them in in about a month or so.

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I'm definitely interested. I'd like to see something for under the front bumper, maybe replacing it to look like the one at the SEMA show. All of the kits of the concept vibes have been awesome. I don't get why nobody has made any more of those. I mean, they obviously had a mold to make them, it's a...

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I agree, it will be neat to see what it looks like. Question though, if anyone had $15k to spend on a body kit, would we have really bought the vibe? With that kind of add on, you're all of the sudden into BMW or Mercedes territory. Post a pic if and when they get one done. You've definitely piqued ...

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Thanks for the welcomes, all. I look forward to getting together and knocking back a few at the next meet. Until then, anyone know what i should look for in a condo in the orlando and how much i should be willing to spend for a good one? I have no idea what real estate is like in that area.

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everyone is right. you should sue your roommate. However, in my infinite knowledge of Judge Judy, you can't sue for time off of work. That's not a reimbursable expense. I don't claim to be a law buff, I just know that she yells at anyone who tries this.

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I may or not make it this year. I'm defecting to Florida around that time, but if i'm still around, I'd love to get together again. Thanks all ohio/midwest members for the fun times and conversations! I dedicate my first case of melanoma to you guys!

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Whats up, Floridians? I'm defecting the tropical state of Ohio for a government job in Orlando. Since this job pays much more than my current job, "College Drunk", I'm going to start throwing some more money at the vibe later this summer. I won't be making it to the June 5 meet, but I'll c...

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I'm in.Don't know where I'll be or where I'll be coming from, but count me in....Oh what modifications should i do to the vibe this year?!?!

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AWD GT would be awesome. Roof rack as an option instead of mandatory (I like the GXP roof)Better looking 17" rims or even 18" alloys.Have pontiac stick with their marketing scheme that this is a GenX car, not a soccer mom mobile. Stop compromising to that direction, GM! (the new 2005 vibe/...

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Quote, originally posted by trdvibe Â»stick on maybe, but she has both of them pierced. had them done about 3 yrs ago. i remember seeing an interview w/ oprah while back where she discussed it. I stand corrected, trd. I got my info from my girlfriend ( a news producer.) apparently the AP assumed it ...

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Quote, originally posted by MadBill Â»St. Martin is very close.Really? i was kind of talking out of my (removed). Well, i guess those two engineering degrees ARE good for something after all!

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http://www.z24racer.com/pages/...y.wmvseriously, that is really, really really really really really funny.I'm not sure if this has been posted before, i don't check the humor forum all that much, sorry if it has, but i just had to share.

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Quote, originally posted by rasermon Â»This just in: The breast saw it's shadow-six more weeks of winter! Thats really funny, ras!Sorry to break it to you guys, that silver thing you saw is a nipple stick-on, not a piercing. It had to have been planned like that, why else would someone have a velcro...

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hey, highrevGT,I also have a GT vibe, and am happy about that. I, like you, would rather have this than a SC base. (personally, i'd rather have a Turbo GT, but i can't find that extra $5k to do it.)BUT, why do you have to be a jerk and post in the Forced Induction forum when this guy is just posting...

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My gas mileage went up also with the Injen CAI and Borla cat back. I'm betting on rasermon's unrestricted air flow explanation. An enginer that breaths in and out more easily is all around more efficient. I'm not saying you're absolutely wrong, engine 1, i'm just saying that my possible highway gas ...

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Got one!Dealer towed the car, replaced the battery all for free.Love the 36k warranty. GM made amends with me, its fine in my book.In the grand scheme of things, guys, its a battery. It's NOT the principle. GM can't issue a recall for however many thousands of vibe batteries because low percantage a...

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well, another one bites the dust.Went out to the vibe this morning and it wouldn't start. This is the first time i've checked this thread and I found a billion posts on the topic, of course. Called 1800Roadside, they're sending a vulture (aka tow truck) to get the vibe and take it to the nearest dea...

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I do like the vibe. Name one other car (besides the matrix) that can get 35 mpg, go 130 mph, seat 5 people and 5 golf bags comfortably!HOWEVER, I wish there were more upgrades and accessories available for the vibe. e.g. affordable bodykit and a turbo that doesn't require new internals. My vibe is s...

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actually, the Subie does 0-60 in 4.6 stock. No upgrades necessary. Upgrades can get you 4.0. But anywho, yes, do it. I'm actually considering the very very same upgrade. I'm headed out of college and into my engineering job in a couple of months (needless to say, the paycheck is much larger than my ...

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Mine definitely pop's, but only if i seem to be running cold and during engine braking. If i'm in first - third gear and using the engine to slow the car, every once in a while it'll make a mini-backfire. That's what i've always called it anyway. I try not to engine brake, and the car never does it ...

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I will definitely be in Cincy on the 18th. You tell me where and when!

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i wish i could make it, will, but my brother's getting married that weekend. Keep us posted on the next ones, though!

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http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=2433720089 I emailed this guy to ask if they had one that fits the vibe GT since it has the same engine. He said they do have one, and he'd sell it for $3600 shipped. They offer no guarantee because there is no way for them to monitor...

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I spoke to my dad's friend that owns a paint shop about this. He's going to take a look at my car when i head back up that way next weekend. He told me that the paint process is very VERY sensitive in a shop. If the paint is too soft, it dents, too hard...it chips. Apparently the vibe paint is too s...

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Hope he doesn't have a CAI on it!

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I spoke to my dealer about my paint chips. He told me that it was "normal wear and tear" and that my warranty doesn't cover stone chips. What can we do here guys? We're all in agreement that we have sub-par paint jobs on our cars that are less than 1 year old. Seriously, let's do something...

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I get mine done about once every 2 months and wash and wax regularly in between. $90 total - inside, 3 coats of wax on the exterior, and engine detailing.

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lol, great caddyshack reference, rey. And yes, on your deathbed, you will receive total consciousness.

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