[george]

Originally Posted by ramair00

Dealership here would not even perform the work if I wanted to install my own purchased ktech.

Warranty issues.

That is not correct, call GM customer care

[Vtor_ZL1]

We know there is two pumps and matching pans.. just need someone to compare the two.


As long as Gm warranty is paying, I am not touching it.



My dealer was fine to install aftermarket part, but cautioned that any future engine failure would then have asterisk and risk of being denied. Soo.. GM warratny replacement it is.


I'll drive it per expectation of a 650hp track capable camaro. At 3x cost of base camaro... i think GM had enough profit in there for cover future "oh shits"

[george]

Originally Posted by Katech_Zach

I believe there are 9 iterations of the same pump for Gen6 Camaro. Minor changes in all, and improvements as they get newer, but the newest ones can still fail (although less likely).

Zach,
Logically, the updated pumps are using stronger metallic compounds. As stated earlier, there was a change in the use of metal compound. If that's the case, isn't that a failure of material workmanship when the pump fails?

[ctrlz]

Originally Posted by george

Logically, the updated pumps are using stronger metallic compounds.

Is this documented anywhere?
The tensioner shoe breaks leading to timing chain rub is a problem that starts outside and works its way in.
the more common problem seems to be the cracked stator, which is a problem that originates inside the pump, with no external damage. I believe katech uses a billet stator for added strength. The pictures always show this thing cracking where it is notched. This one has the crack there, and a few other cracks, as it appears to have thrown a few vanes:
https://www.camaro6.com/forums/showp...0&postcount=11