NX Lid Install (will it void warranty)

45LongColt · 06-25-2018, 11:22 AM

As the title states... Just installed mine but wondered what the dealer would say if I had to have any warranty work performed.

Can'tHave2MuchHP · 06-25-2018, 11:34 AM

Technically, no it shouldn't. But every dealer is different. If they do deny something, then you'll have to involve GM. As long as you're not spraying it with nitrous which I could EASILY see them freaking out about and rightfully so, nitrous is brutal on an engine not built for it.

URBAN LEGEND · 06-25-2018, 11:42 AM

If they freak out about catch cans they freak out about that cover.

Jmueller · 06-25-2018, 11:49 AM

I could easily see the dealer and GM denying warranty work. They will claim, and rightfully so, that any errors or issues that arise relate to the lid. Think about it: NX lid alters the flow of air into the SC which could alter power, which could impact the alternator, driveline, air conditioning compressor, all components connected to the engine. Any electrical gremline will be attributed to the lid; same for any drivetrain issue.

Of course you could get a reasonable service department who is realistic and understands some mods. But if you get a dealer that is tough, I bet GM will back them up.

Other than like a cat-back system / appearance stuff, I always assume the worst that modifications = loss of warranty coverage. I hope for the best after that.

45LongColt · 06-25-2018, 12:00 PM

I guess I can just swap it with the original prior to work if it comes to that since it does not cause any codes for them to find.

DRGNZ · 06-26-2018, 07:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 45LongColt

As the title states... Just installed mine but wondered what the dealer would say if I had to have any warranty work performed.

Has anyone done an install on the NX lid? I can't seem to find one, some pics but that is all. Did you use new gaskets or reuse the originals?
Thanks

Intimidator · 06-26-2018, 09:25 PM

Easy install, my 16 y/o did it in a few minutes. Reuse silicon seal.
My dealership was ok with the lid.
My install was in February with 40 miles on the odometer.
Lid will be for sale soon...doing a Weapon-X build with a Polished Whipple.

DRGNZ · 06-26-2018, 10:59 PM

Thanks, I will try as soon as I get back from Alaska, off for week and a half. I picked up a black lid, looks awesome.

Buzzmanb12 · 06-27-2018, 02:53 PM

I dunno but I did my NX Lid last night along with a MAMO TB and the sound is very, very righteous! The throttle response is much smoother and better/quicker reacting as well, I like it!

Buzz

45LongColt · 06-27-2018, 11:39 PM

It took me longer to unpackage the new lid than it took me to install the new one.

I just reused all three silicon gaskets as well as the nylon sleeves from the old lid.

The sound this lid makes is ridiculous.... I actually scare people driving down the highway with their window down... when I blow past, I watch them jump in the seat.

DRGNZ · 06-28-2018, 12:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 45LongColt

It took me longer to unpackage the new lid than it took me to install the new one.

I just reused all three silicon gaskets as well as the nylon sleeves from the old lid.

The sound this lid makes is ridiculous.... I actually scare people driving down the highway with their window down... when I blow past, I watch them jump in the seat.

looking forward to the noise, right now, it's kind of quiet, and I really don't hear the sc whine at all, the exhaust is too damn quiet too......

Jmueller · 06-28-2018, 12:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 45LongColt

It took me longer to unpackage the new lid than it took me to install the new one.

I just reused all three silicon gaskets as well as the nylon sleeves from the old lid.

The sound this lid makes is ridiculous.... I actually scare people driving down the highway with their window down... when I blow past, I watch them jump in the seat.

vids? Sound?

45LongColt · 06-28-2018, 02:37 PM

The wine is actually louder than the exhaust by a far cry.

Best I could do at the moment...

https://youtu.be/N6BqtMaChdQ

RealG · 06-28-2018, 03:49 PM

Sounds great

06-25-2018, 11:22 AM	#1
45LongColt Drives: 2018 Zl1 Camaro Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: Gainesville, VA Posts: 149	NX Lid Install (will it void warranty) As the title states... Just installed mine but wondered what the dealer would say if I had to have any warranty work performed.

06-25-2018, 11:42 AM	#3
URBAN LEGEND Drives: 20 X3M CP & 19 ZL1 1LE A10 Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Brenham, TX Posts: 3,517	If they freak out about catch cans they freak out about that cover. __________________ 🔺22 RS E TRON GT 🔺21 Model S Plaid

06-26-2018, 09:25 PM	#7
Intimidator Drives: 69 GTO, 05 GTO, 2018 Silver ZL1 Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Springfield, OH Posts: 847	Easy install, my 16 y/o did it in a few minutes. Reuse silicon seal. My dealership was ok with the lid. My install was in February with 40 miles on the odometer. Lid will be for sale soon...doing a Weapon-X build with a Polished Whipple. Attached Images

06-26-2018, 10:59 PM	#8
DRGNZ Drives: Order List for ZL1 Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: Drumheller Posts: 140	Thanks, I will try as soon as I get back from Alaska, off for week and a half. I picked up a black lid, looks awesome. __________________ DRGNZ

06-28-2018, 02:37 PM	#13
45LongColt Drives: 2018 Zl1 Camaro Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: Gainesville, VA Posts: 149	The wine is actually louder than the exhaust by a far cry. Best I could do at the moment... https://youtu.be/N6BqtMaChdQ Last edited by 45LongColt; 06-28-2018 at 07:29 PM.

06-25-2018, 11:34 AM	#2
Can'tHave2MuchHP Drives: Fast Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Michigan Posts: 3,696	Technically, no it shouldn't. But every dealer is different. If they do deny something, then you'll have to involve GM. As long as you're not spraying it with nitrous which I could EASILY see them freaking out about and rightfully so, nitrous is brutal on an engine not built for it.

06-25-2018, 11:49 AM	#4
Jmueller Drives: 2017 ZL1 A10 Nightfall Gray Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: Fort Lauderdale Posts: 236	I could easily see the dealer and GM denying warranty work. They will claim, and rightfully so, that any errors or issues that arise relate to the lid. Think about it: NX lid alters the flow of air into the SC which could alter power, which could impact the alternator, driveline, air conditioning compressor, all components connected to the engine. Any electrical gremline will be attributed to the lid; same for any drivetrain issue. Of course you could get a reasonable service department who is realistic and understands some mods. But if you get a dealer that is tough, I bet GM will back them up. Other than like a cat-back system / appearance stuff, I always assume the worst that modifications = loss of warranty coverage. I hope for the best after that.

06-25-2018, 12:00 PM	#5
45LongColt Drives: 2018 Zl1 Camaro Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: Gainesville, VA Posts: 149	I guess I can just swap it with the original prior to work if it comes to that since it does not cause any codes for them to find.

06-27-2018, 02:53 PM	#9
Buzzmanb12 Drives: '17 ZL1 Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Bama Posts: 99	I dunno but I did my NX Lid last night along with a MAMO TB and the sound is very, very righteous! The throttle response is much smoother and better/quicker reacting as well, I like it! Buzz

06-27-2018, 11:39 PM	#10
45LongColt Drives: 2018 Zl1 Camaro Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: Gainesville, VA Posts: 149	It took me longer to unpackage the new lid than it took me to install the new one. I just reused all three silicon gaskets as well as the nylon sleeves from the old lid. The sound this lid makes is ridiculous.... I actually scare people driving down the highway with their window down... when I blow past, I watch them jump in the seat.

06-28-2018, 03:49 PM	#14
RealG Drives: 2024 2SS Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: SoCal Posts: 602	Sounds great

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