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DaddySS · 05-01-2017, 06:53 PM

In that the there are TSBs, recalls, etc. is GM providing support for 2011s? I've searched and read as much on here as I can but can't find a reference. I just got my 2SS Convertible (had to sell the original back in '12 to pay for daughter's college ) it only has 8,000 miles on it and the 5th Bow is sagging.

Caseyls3 · 05-01-2017, 08:43 PM

I don't think you will get any help from GM but there are threads on how to fix that yourself. It costs about 200 in parts...

DaddySS · 05-02-2017, 02:03 AM

Thanks Caseyls3. I have seen some of the write ups and they will certainly be a big help if I have to do it myself. I was just wondering if there has been any feedback or support from GM. I didn't see a parts list for the repair - has anyone posted one?

Baba · 05-02-2017, 08:16 AM

I'd suggest calling GM, nonetheless. With such low miles, it's obvious your 'vert hasn't been driven much. I recall threads here where people have contacted GM and they've lent assistance in helping to defray the cost of a top repair / replacement despite the convertible being out of BtP warranty for years. It's definitely worth a shot to contact them.

partlowr · 05-02-2017, 08:48 AM

This is scary, I too have a very low mile 2011 2SS vert, I just turned 7,000 miles last week. I figured since mine had such low miles I would not have to be too concerned with the 5th bow issue for a while but after reading this thread I guess my low mile vert is also at risk. Keeping my fingers crossed that mine doesn't go bad any time soon. OP, please keep us posted on whether or not you get any help from GM/Chevrolet.

GodWentPunk · 05-02-2017, 11:32 AM

My guess it's not the miles as it is the amount of times you use your top.

joe...

partlowr · 05-02-2017, 02:10 PM

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Originally Posted by GodWentPunk

My guess it's not the miles as it is the amount of times you use your top.

joe...

Yeah, makes sense but you would think low mile car not as many times to drop/raise the top. My very is just a weekend toy so I guess I am going to drop the top and park it in the garage with the top down and only close it when I wash it or have to close it.

DaddySS · 05-02-2017, 04:10 PM

I think a lot has to do with how and when you use the top. If you lower it carefully (give a quick check to make sure it is folding and pleating properly) and use it when it's nice and warm you shouldn't have a problem.

DaddySS · 05-02-2017, 04:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Baba

I'd suggest calling GM, nonetheless. With such low miles, it's obvious your 'vert hasn't been driven much. I recall threads here where people have contacted GM and they've lent assistance in helping to defray the cost of a top repair / replacement despite the convertible being out of BtP warranty for years. It's definitely worth a shot to contact them.

Yes, I will give them a call. Thanks

OrangeVert · 05-02-2017, 04:53 PM

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Originally Posted by DaddySS

I think a lot has to do with how and when you use the top. If you lower it carefully (give a quick check to make sure it is folding and pleating properly) and use it when it's nice and warm you shouldn't have a problem.

That makes sense. I never put mine down below 70F, and when I do make sure to lower it halfway, check around, pull out the fabric so it doesn't get caught in the supports, etc. Still, I will probably only lower & raise it a few times this summer. it will be 6 years at the end of this month, fingers crossed.

Angie11 · 05-03-2017, 08:32 PM

GM wont do shit for you, don't waste much energy with them, its just frustrating with no results

partlowr · 05-04-2017, 08:25 AM

Has anyone spoken to a class action attorney regarding this issue? As much as I hate those types of attorneys and frivolous law suits I would think this might have some merit if it is so wide spread of a problem.

theragtopguy · 05-04-2017, 03:58 PM

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Originally Posted by partlowr

Has anyone spoken to a class action attorney regarding this issue? As much as I hate those types of attorneys and frivolous law suits I would think this might have some merit if it is so wide spread of a problem.

There WAS some kind of class action going on over the convertible tops, I have no clue what happened with it. Haven't seen a word on it in a long time.

OrangeVert · 05-04-2017, 04:05 PM

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Originally Posted by theragtopguy

There WAS some kind of class action going on over the convertible tops, I have no clue what happened with it. Haven't seen a word on it in a long time.

Me neither. Don't know what happened. Fortunately don't need to join it.

05-01-2017, 06:53 PM	#1
DaddySS Kept The Faith Drives: 2011 Camaro SS Convertible Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Bergen County, New Jersey Posts: 418	Top repair coverage for 2011 In that the there are TSBs, recalls, etc. is GM providing support for 2011s? I've searched and read as much on here as I can but can't find a reference. I just got my 2SS Convertible (had to sell the original back in '12 to pay for daughter's college ) it only has 8,000 miles on it and the 5th Bow is sagging. __________________ 2011 Vert - 2SS/RS 6spd Triple Black

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Caseyls3 Drives: 2011 Camaro SS/RS Convertible Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Columbus Posts: 444	I don't think you will get any help from GM but there are threads on how to fix that yourself. It costs about 200 in parts... __________________ 2011 Camaro SS/RS Vert - Jewel Red Tintcoat, 6M, 231/247 Comp Cam, Kooks headers, Borla ATAK, ATI under drive pulley, Richmond 4.10s, LS9 clutch, Hurst shifter, BMR Springs

05-02-2017, 02:03 AM	#3
DaddySS Kept The Faith Drives: 2011 Camaro SS Convertible Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Bergen County, New Jersey Posts: 418	Thanks Caseyls3. I have seen some of the write ups and they will certainly be a big help if I have to do it myself. I was just wondering if there has been any feedback or support from GM. I didn't see a parts list for the repair - has anyone posted one? __________________ 2011 Vert - 2SS/RS 6spd Triple Black

05-02-2017, 08:16 AM	#4
Baba Drives: 2011 Camaro 2LT RS Convertible Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: USAREUR, CONUS/DOD-A, VA Posts: 1,745	I'd suggest calling GM, nonetheless. With such low miles, it's obvious your 'vert hasn't been driven much. I recall threads here where people have contacted GM and they've lent assistance in helping to defray the cost of a top repair / replacement despite the convertible being out of BtP warranty for years. It's definitely worth a shot to contact them. __________________ 2011 Camaro 2LT RS Convertible Summit White Black Leather 3 Pedals Build Date: 06/27/2011 Purchased: 07/30/2011 Title Received: 08/15/2011 1984 Camaro (3rd Gen.): Traded: 1987 "Meet the new boss. Same as the old boss."

05-02-2017, 08:48 AM	#5
partlowr Drives: 2011 2SS/RS Convertible Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Naperville, IL Posts: 256	This is scary, I too have a very low mile 2011 2SS vert, I just turned 7,000 miles last week. I figured since mine had such low miles I would not have to be too concerned with the 5th bow issue for a while but after reading this thread I guess my low mile vert is also at risk. Keeping my fingers crossed that mine doesn't go bad any time soon. OP, please keep us posted on whether or not you get any help from GM/Chevrolet. __________________ Richard Partlow

05-02-2017, 11:32 AM	#6
GodWentPunk Drives: 2015 2SS White Convertible CE/INDY Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Lockport, IL Posts: 780 View My Garage	My guess it's not the miles as it is the amount of times you use your top. joe... __________________ ARH LTH/HFC/Legato muffler, RDP Custom Tune, K&N Blackhawk CAI, Bigworm Blackout kit, ZL1 Rims, Phantom Grills, VMAX PTB

05-02-2017, 04:10 PM	#8
DaddySS Kept The Faith Drives: 2011 Camaro SS Convertible Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Bergen County, New Jersey Posts: 418	I think a lot has to do with how and when you use the top. If you lower it carefully (give a quick check to make sure it is folding and pleating properly) and use it when it's nice and warm you shouldn't have a problem. __________________ 2011 Vert - 2SS/RS 6spd Triple Black

05-03-2017, 08:32 PM	#11
Angie11 Drives: 2011 ss rs convertable Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: WI Posts: 179	GM wont do shit for you, don't waste much energy with them, its just frustrating with no results

05-04-2017, 08:25 AM	#12
partlowr Drives: 2011 2SS/RS Convertible Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Naperville, IL Posts: 256	Has anyone spoken to a class action attorney regarding this issue? As much as I hate those types of attorneys and frivolous law suits I would think this might have some merit if it is so wide spread of a problem. __________________ Richard Partlow