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Replying to: skateboard (Nov 19, 2008 1:16 pm) Tire Rack has ratings for all kinds of tires. For me, Tire Rack's ratings have guaranteed that I will buy Michelin Primacy MXV4 tires for my '09 Vibe. I have heard that the OEM Goodyear tires are garbage in the snow. So far, on dry and wet pavement they have been excellent when cornering at high speeds; but one false slip and hello Michelin. |
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Hi Gang, Three years ago I picked up 4 new cheapie Al wheels and 4 Semperit Ice Grip II tires. The original Goodyear RS-As went onto the Al and the snows onto the original steelies. WHAT A DIFFERENCE! My 2005 AWD now feels like it can climb vertical walls of ice. The Goodyears, IMO, even with full tread were UNSAFE on the roads here in Western NY where we get loads of snow. Not as much as Cleveland, but still a lot. Each winter tire has its own strenghts and weaknesses. The best tire in deep snow may only be OK on ice. Unless you live in the boonies, I'd guess that stopping at an icy intersection is more important than a little extra off the line traction in deep snow. And yes, the Tire Rack ratings and reviews are the way to shop. Good luck.
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Replying to: k2qo (Nov 20, 2008 6:24 am) 
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Replying to: skateboard (Nov 20, 2008 6:28 am) |
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I have a 2003 Vibe GT and have some work ahead of me. My front exhaust "donut" gasket is leaking and when I look for a replacement on line it comes up with one for under 5 bucks but when i go the the manufacturer's site they say it isn't for use on the GT and don't offer one for the GT. I wish I had never gotten the GT version. I love the shape and utility of the car. People have been amazed when I can slide a washer or drier right in the back and close the hatch. But it needs premium gas, the wide flat tires suck in snow, and the parts all seem less available and more expensive. My clutch is now starting to slip regularly and the dealer says $1300 to replace it. I'm not sure I'm up for a job that big but I also hate putting big chunks of money into a car when I have heard the clutches are prone to give out prematurely. Other complaints are ,as I have heard from others, the wind noise and also the blind spots. Does anyone have any advice on the clutch or the exhaust gasket? Thanks, Jim |
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I have a 2009 Vibe GT and recently one of the wheel discs fell out. I went to the dealership yesterday and the service rep. was going to glue another one in along with the remaining three. However he discovered there was a service bulletin that just came out in which Pontiac is coming out with a revised wheel disc and once they come in, he will replace each one with the new type. This is to be done at Pontiac's cost...
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I purchased a used 2003 AWD Vibe. It tracks great in heavy snow and snow covered roads but has a terrible un-nerving fishtail feel on the highway in light snow or light slush. I replaced the stock Goodyear Eagles with P5 Pirelli all season tires with pressure set at 32 front and rear. While slightly better the fishtailing continues. Last spring I had it alligned at a highly reputable place. The report showed the right rear camber to be slightly out of range. They told me it was not a problem. My mechanic suggested I first put some weight in the back of the car (salt bags) and see what happens. I filled the gas tank and same problem but am yet to put in more weight. Can anyone tell me if they've had this problem or what might be causing it? Could it be a differential problem? The car does fine other than in slightly slippery conditions. Frankly, at this point my two wheel drive windstar van is much better to drive in these conditions. I had hoped AWD would give me better traction Thank you. |
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| I had a 2005 AWD Vibe which was good when driving along but found it would fishtail like crazy when trying to stop during icy conditions. I never did change the stock tires as I replaced the vehicle with a 2009 Vibe GT which I found to be MUCH BETTER driving in the Buffalo, New York winter weather. | |
The 1.8 2009 Vibes do not have a 16" wheel upgrade, just the black steel wheel with plastic spoke cover. Would the good wheels from my 03 fit on the 09 ??? Tire size remains 205/55/16 so I see no issue that way. Bolt Pattern??? I don't want the 45/17 size if I can avoid it.  Also does Pontiac equip with any other tires other than GY RS-A's ??? |
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