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Re: 88K miles... What to expect next? [nortsr1]
by CapeCod
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Jul 24, 2008 (5:56 am)
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Replying to: nortsr1 (Jul 24, 2008 5:31 am)
My local dealer seems to have a huge number of AWD Vibes.
I had hoped the removal of cross bars and/or roof rack on newer
Vibes would help quiet the ride. The noise is not all tires.
I will check Genvibe.com for quiet recommendations.
Probably one more year will not change Trade-in value much.
Therefore I could get another year of use for $400 in tires...
I was worried about front axles, etc...
Thank you.
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Re: 88K miles... What to expect next? [CapeCod]
by nortsr1
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Jul 25, 2008 (6:02 am)
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Replying to: CapeCod (Jul 24, 2008 5:56 am)
Yes, the removal of a roof rack/cross bars will help reduce road noise but only at faster speeds. Some of the GenVibe members even added "dynamat" sound type insulation in certain areas of their vehicle.
The 400 dollars in tires is probably the way to go, as long as you do not incur any major costly breakdowns. Good luck on whatever you decide.
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Re: 88K miles... What to expect next? [nortsr1]
by CapeCod
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Jul 25, 2008 (9:57 am)
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Replying to: nortsr1 (Jul 25, 2008 6:02 am)
Where do they put the extra sound insulation ???
I've always suspected noise was from top of windshield or sunroof.
BTW I keep trying the Genvibe forums but always get error code...
Turned off firewall... still got error code.
Maybe an issue with Vista ???
I can view the site fine, just can not view forums ???
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Re: 88K miles... What to expect next? [CapeCod]
by nortsr1
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Jul 26, 2008 (6:44 am)
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Replying to: CapeCod (Jul 25, 2008 9:57 am)
I believe they put dynamat on the inside of the door panels, under the trunk mat, under the floor mats and you can also get insulation to put under the hood of the car. As far as .....genvibe.com....I believe if you register then you can get to the forums...I really don't know why you are blocked for the "free forums?????
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Re: 88K miles... What to expect next? [nortsr1]
by nova
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Jul 29, 2008 (1:43 am)
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Replying to: nortsr1 (Jul 26, 2008 6:44 am)
genvibe has not been working for the last 4 days. I am not a member and went to the forums every day. why now would they not allow you to read the forums?. I under stand not allowing to post unless your a member. I think their having problems with the sight
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Re: 88K miles... What to expect next? [nova]
by nortsr1
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Jul 29, 2008 (5:11 am)
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Replying to: nova (Jul 29, 2008 1:43 am)
nova: sorry, I don't know what the problem is! If you "Google" Dynamat....that should come up with some possible solutions for you. Hope this helps.
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Re: 88K miles... What to expect next? [nortsr1]
by nova
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Jul 29, 2008 (2:30 pm)
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Replying to: nortsr1 (Jul 29, 2008 5:11 am)
Is genvibe web sight working for you
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Re: 88K miles... What to expect next? [nova]
by houstonmi
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Jul 30, 2008 (5:28 pm)
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Replying to: nova (Jul 29, 2008 2:30 pm)
The GenVibe forums are not working for anybody - something wrong with a server or something. They were hoping it'd be back up by now, but it hasn't worked out. Hang in there and keep checking back.
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Re: The Life expectancy of a vibe [ke4yyd2]
by anaintn
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Aug 04, 2008 (7:49 am)
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Replying to: ke4yyd2 (Feb 04, 2007 3:36 pm)
Really?!?!?!?!?
I have an 03 with 113,000miles and honestly I haven't had any problems, except my a/c isn't getting cold. Last year paid 1500 to replace the condensor and clutch and they want me to pay the labor cost 800 to install the warrantied one now. Was seriouly considering getting something newer. Still trying to decide. Never had anything done to it prior except tune up at 80,000, a couple of sets of tires, and consistant oil changes.
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Re: The Life expectancy of a vibe [anaintn]
by CapeCod
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Aug 04, 2008 (8:05 am)
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Replying to: anaintn (Aug 04, 2008 7:49 am)
I also have 2003 Vibe. Were you ever able to overcome the cabin noise in the Vibe. I always thought it was the roof rack... noticed they removed the cross members in later models. Thought of removing them myself BUT you have to damn never remove the whole rack to get them off. Others have told me the weatherstripping at the windows is the weak link. I have noticed the weatherstripping will not remove frost or outside condensation from the windows when you roll the down then up in the morning. Maybe the sunroof adds to the noise. My other gripes have been the low speed fan noise on start up and the vibration noise at fast idle. 
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