Recon work

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Mr. Poopypants
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Recon work

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So, out of curiosity today, I decided, because I have nothing better to do, to see what parts are readily available for the Vibe. And amazingly enough, NOBODY except the dealer carried the brake pads and shoes for a 2003 Base (or GT for that matter) I checked the 3 auto parts stores in the area. Advance, AutoZone, and a local chain - Frank's auto supermarket. None of them had the part and Advance didn't even have the part number. Is this standard across the country or are we behind the times here?
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rcasciola
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Re: Recon work (Mr. Poopypants)

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i just last weekend baught brake pads for my base 2003 vibe:)...go to Kragen.
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goodvibe
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Re: Recon work (rcasciola)

Post by goodvibe »

I thought they were the same as celica but i haven't checked.
Vibe GT, TRD springs, Progress bar, STB, Unichip, Borbet E 16x7.5, 225/50 Bridgestone RE750, beefed up grounds and battery bypass capacitors(had em laying around)
Mr. Poopypants
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Re: Recon work (rcasciola)

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Don't have one of those around here. Ordered OEM replacements from TireRack.com and got them for ~$35usd shipped. Cheaper than if I would have bought them at an auto parts store.
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Re: Recon work (Mr. Poopypants)

Post by Mr. Poopypants »

So I got the brakes. It only took a few minutes per wheel, VERY EASY TO DO.
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