2018 Camaro 2SS Damaged at Dealership - Page 10

motorhead · 06-01-2018, 07:27 AM

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Originally Posted by mdhopt36

To the aluminum discussion-
There were 2 specials recently on the Smithsonian Channel where they covered the mfr of the gen 6 Camaro; first aired in 2016. Total of 90 minutes, pretty informative.
They remarked where they had to use rivets, and bond (with adhesive) the steel-aluminum members together instead of welding, like most of the top half of the car. The top main body appeared to be all steel, but the aluminum was down below this.
During my first oil change, we were underneath the car, where we got a good look-see. Seems the mechanic and I saw lots of AL under there. (just sayin')
Next time, I'm gonna bring a magnet. I'm sort of curious to find out what that main pan really is.
Supposedly, there was significant weight savings in using the AL parts.... the primary reason for it.

The car's body in white is high strength steel except for the support for the dash. The hood is the only sheet metal that is aluminum. Get your magnet and watch is stick. As said before. There are motor and suspension components along with motor and suspension supports that are Aluminum.

mdhopt36 · 06-01-2018, 07:49 AM

Yes, but what I saw them bonding, was down on the bottom pan.
I'm very curious, will definitely have a magnet the next time.

Gen-X45 · 06-09-2018, 10:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Rocketsled

I never pressed for an answer on how it happened. I figured trashing on them and harping on the incident wasn't the way to get anything done. I understand that shit happens and they do to. It could have been a lot worse. I bet the homey that did it won't let it happen again...lol.

For all the crap and lack of support that a lot of folks seem to experience with dealerships. It's great to know that some are still out there standing by their work and product. Congrats!!!

Rocketsled · 06-10-2018, 09:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Gen-X45

For all the crap and lack of support that a lot of folks seem to experience with dealerships. It's great to know that some are still out there standing by their work and product. Congrats!!!

Yes it is! Thank you!!!

Ruebernard · 06-10-2018, 12:09 PM

Bogus....too good to be true.

indyz · 06-10-2018, 02:37 PM

The part where the stealer showed their true colors initially, makes me think, it's true

06-10-2018, 12:09 PM	#131
Ruebernard Drives: 2023 Radiant Red Tintcoat 2SS Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Oro Valley Posts: 1,200 View My Garage	Bogus....too good to be true. __________________ If it were more fun, it would be illegal!

06-01-2018, 07:49 AM	#128
mdhopt36 Drives: '17- 1ag37 V6 traded, for 1SS 2018! Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: MA Posts: 469	Yes, but what I saw them bonding, was down on the bottom pan. I'm very curious, will definitely have a magnet the next time.

06-10-2018, 02:37 PM	#132
indyz Drives: 2SS, CT-R, LC500 Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: FLorida Posts: 536	The part where the stealer showed their true colors initially, makes me think, it's true

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