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Forum: ZL1 Discussions Yesterday, 08:35 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 384
Posted By george
What was the pressure on your 18 at warm idle? ...

What was the pressure on your 18 at warm idle? What is it with your new one
Forum: ZL1 Discussions Yesterday, 08:12 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 384
Posted By george
@pauly1119, I totally sympathize with your...

@pauly1119, I totally sympathize with your situation. I'm right there with you. If the pump doesn't fail under warranty, I'm certainly taking it in. Obviously, I'm taking a chance that if the pump...
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 04-26-2024, 01:21 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 424
Posted By george
Yes, it was about 40psi with initial start. As...

Yes, it was about 40psi with initial start. As it warmed up, the idle psi went from 40 to 31 when fully warmed up.
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 04-24-2024, 07:49 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 424
Posted By george
Oil pressure after oil vhange

Did anyone else notice that the oil pressure is a bit higher after a fresh oil change?

Here’s mine
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 04-20-2024, 08:02 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,318
Posted By george
@LT4Greg, what was your build date? Mine is March...

@LT4Greg, what was your build date? Mine is March 14, 2017
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 04-20-2024, 07:55 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,318
Posted By george
Congrats, Tony. Many years of safe driving. I...

Congrats, Tony. Many years of safe driving. I would consider the oil pump swap. Did you get the original rear spoiler in the package? Anyway, the ZL1 spoiler alone is worth 4-5K. We have the...
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 04-15-2024, 05:53 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,046
Posted By george
Keep us posted. I'm lookin at RPM in Delaware.

Keep us posted. I'm lookin at RPM in Delaware.
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 04-11-2024, 06:58 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 14,034
Posted By george
thank you

thank you
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 04-10-2024, 09:09 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 14,034
Posted By george
What is the dampener? Is that part of the TSB: ...

What is the dampener? Is that part of the TSB:

“If these conditions are found, the tensioner spring in the timing chain guide may be “short” and not fully seated into the guide pivot end. (Fig....
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 04-10-2024, 06:49 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 14,034
Posted By george
It sounds like it’s salvageable. I would think a...

It sounds like it’s salvageable. I would think a speed shop would be able to give some good advice.
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 04-09-2024, 06:05 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,051
Posted By george
If you decide to go to RPM, let me know what you...

If you decide to go to RPM, let me know what you think. I called them up about swapping out my oil pump and they said $2800. I have the pump so that part is not included in the price. I also live...
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 04-09-2024, 05:54 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,925
Posted By george
I got an offer also, but it was for 54k, probably...

I got an offer also, but it was for 54k, probably because I only have 1360 miles on it. Once I retire, I intend to drive it a lot more after I get the oil pump change done. Does anyone know if...
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 04-09-2024, 05:49 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,754
Posted By george
Called RPM shop about 75 miles away. It's $2800...

Called RPM shop about 75 miles away. It's $2800 for labor to change pump. I already have the pump. When warranty expires, I'll make a trip to them. Anyone work with them?
...
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 03-31-2024, 07:36 PM
Replies: 1,351
Views: 354,980
Posted By george
Pauly, I am also looking for reliability. I was...

Pauly, I am also looking for reliability. I was thinking of maybe a strengthened cam and chain. I’m having a tough time finding a reputable shop or dealership to do the work in the Baltimore area.
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 03-30-2024, 06:19 PM
Replies: 1,351
Views: 354,980
Posted By george
Pauly, are you going to a Chevy dealer for the...

Pauly, are you going to a Chevy dealer for the work?
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 03-30-2024, 05:26 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 474
Posted By george
Wow, that was a great find. How did they know...

Wow, that was a great find. How did they know where to look? How did coolant get in there?
Forum: Camaro Issues / Problems | Warranty Discussions | TSB and Recalls 03-30-2024, 03:00 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 938
Posted By george
I’m sorry you had this happen to you, but I’m...

I’m sorry you had this happen to you, but I’m glad you caught it. It would be a shame to have that car with a blown engine. @Nightowl is facing a real sad situation that’s completely a warranty...
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 03-30-2024, 08:42 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,447
Posted By george
But still, how could you install it incorrectly. ...

But still, how could you install it incorrectly. Was it leaking, was it another part, was it to tight? Please give me the number of that service department, I want to call them. They have no way...
Forum: Camaro Issues / Problems | Warranty Discussions | TSB and Recalls 03-30-2024, 08:32 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 938
Posted By george
This is truly class action worthy. It's just a...

This is truly class action worthy. It's just a matter of time and use before these things go. I wonder if a lawyer would pick this up.
Forum: Camaro Issues / Problems | Warranty Discussions | TSB and Recalls 03-30-2024, 08:29 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 938
Posted By george
Great job picking up on the phase 1 failure data....

Great job picking up on the phase 1 failure data. How long did it take to get it repaired and what was the cost? I imagine you're warranty was gone.
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 03-26-2024, 04:24 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 3,934
Posted By george
Cheaper repair!!?? Absolute nonsense. Isn't...

Cheaper repair!!?? Absolute nonsense. Isn't Henessey in the Houston area? Maybe you can pay them a visit and get some advice on the engine, their recommendations and any suggestions they may have. ...
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 03-26-2024, 03:07 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 3,934
Posted By george
The attorney general’s office in your state may...

The attorney general’s office in your state may be the best way to get at GM. Did GM say that it was tracking the car and the oil filter was the reason it was not warranty related? I would tow the...
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 03-24-2024, 07:55 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 3,934
Posted By george
Please let us know how it goes.

Please let us know how it goes.
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 03-24-2024, 07:27 AM
Replies: 1,351
Views: 354,980
Posted By george
Has anyone had difficulty getting GM to replace a...

Has anyone had difficulty getting GM to replace a failed oil pump? a new thread was started with a fellow member getting pushback regarding oil pump replacement. Has GM said they would not honor...
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 03-22-2024, 09:10 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 3,934
Posted By george
Sounds like excuses to not follow through. Did...

Sounds like excuses to not follow through. Did you talk to an attorney?
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 03-22-2024, 01:26 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 3,934
Posted By george
Any update

Any update
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 03-17-2024, 07:14 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 3,934
Posted By george
@OP, is there a way you can check to see if...

@OP, is there a way you can check to see if another dealer in your area has done this kind of work? If GM approves, which I'm confident they will, they may insist this dealer do the repairs at their...
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 03-13-2024, 08:37 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 3,934
Posted By george
Totally disingenuous on the part of GM and Legacy...

Totally disingenuous on the part of GM and Legacy Chevrolet. There was plenty of evidence, not only in enthusiast websites, but also internally that these pumps were failing with warranty claims and...
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 03-13-2024, 06:09 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 3,934
Posted By george
I didn't hear any real explanation either. I...

I didn't hear any real explanation either. I think they mentioned that was the 3rd one they've done and that there was concern of engine damage. The best explanation I heard is from Zach at Katech.
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 03-11-2024, 06:21 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 3,934
Posted By george
Unfortunately for the OP, this particular dealer...

Unfortunately for the OP, this particular dealer and GM are being less than honest and forthright with what happened. The man had a known problem that was brought to their attention and basically...
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