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Just got my vibe
Posted: Thu Oct 20, 2005 11:14 pm
by UndaCuva
Hey ya'll. Just got rid of my 1995 Dodge Caravan cargo van and got an 04 Vibe base. Gonna make it pretty, and stuff it full of stereo, but no go fast goodies in store. Got a 60 mile one way to work commute, and hoping the 33 MPG helps me out. Any ideas, sites, or pics on cosmetic mods for these things? I'd appreciate it. Thanks.UndaCuva
Re: Just got my vibe (UndaCuva)
Posted: Thu Oct 20, 2005 11:32 pm
by GMJAP
Congrats on the new (to you!) Vibe, and welcome to Genvibe. This is the site for Vibe info on pretties and stereo
Re: Just got my vibe (UndaCuva)
Posted: Thu Oct 20, 2005 11:34 pm
by ZubenElGenubi
Hey there, Welcome to GenVibe! And congratulations on your step into the 21st century! Wow...120 mile RT for work? You and joatmon should compare notes! He's averaging over 35mpg for his trips (click here to see his latest graph)Lotsa good exterior modification ideas and tips can be found in the Exterior forum. The SEARCH feature (upper right) will help too.Don't forget to show us pics when you can!
Re: Just got my vibe (ZubenElGenubi)
Posted: Thu Oct 20, 2005 11:38 pm
by mcgusto82
a simple CAI would help with gas mileage.
Re: Just got my vibe (mcgusto82)
Posted: Fri Oct 21, 2005 12:09 am
by 4X4CHICHI
If you can keep your foot out of it. which I haven't quite mastered yet. Oh, welcome to Genvibe, show us pics!
Re: Just got my vibe (UndaCuva)
Posted: Fri Oct 21, 2005 12:11 am
by Mr. Poopypants
Welcome, like others have said, look on the exterior forum and you will get some ideas.
Re: Just got my vibe (UndaCuva)
Posted: Fri Oct 21, 2005 1:30 am
by BlueCrush
Welcome to GenVibe!
Re: Just got my vibe (BlueCrush)
Posted: Fri Oct 21, 2005 2:20 am
by Toolman
Welcome, I got the vibe for its utility and economy. I town I am getting 30 mpg, and on the highway I am getting round 35, so you should be able to meet your goal.
Re: Just got my vibe (UndaCuva)
Posted: Fri Oct 21, 2005 1:09 pm
by jwalcik
welcome aboard! i've yet to have any complaints about my mileage.
Re: Just got my vibe (4X4CHICHI)
Posted: Fri Oct 21, 2005 4:11 pm
by Gandalf
What does CAI stand for, and exactly how does it increase mileage?A quick search showed it looks to be a replacement air filter assembly. (The whole air intake system....?)Of course, there are some computer sensors in the intake assembly; I assume(?) a replacement air intake system would have the fittings for them(?)The factory air filter has quite a large area, and as my Vibe has all of about 1700 miles on it, the air filter is still virtually new looking.If an aftermarket item which isn't too expensive can substantially increase gas mileage, I'd be interested in it.
Re: Just got my vibe (Gandalf)
Posted: Sat Oct 22, 2005 7:19 am
by 4X4CHICHI
It stands for Cold Air Induction. Basically it frees up the inlet for air consumption. which gives a little more horsies and mpg's
Re: Just got my vibe (4X4CHICHI)
Posted: Sat Oct 22, 2005 10:20 pm
by mcgusto82
you can find a CAI on ebay for less than 70$.(hint - try looking for matrix as well as for vibe)
Posted: Mon Oct 24, 2005 6:58 am
by Corellica