04-04-2024, 03:20 PM | #15 | |
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I also am in the market for a used ZL1. Is there a specific build date range where the oil pumps were bad? If someone is to purchase a used ZL1, how can it be verified if the oil pump fix was done, perhaps service records? And, if I do find a used ZL1 and want to avoid the oil pump issue, rough idea of cost to have dealer do the fix? I'd like to find a pre 2019, but this oil pump issue makes me a bit nervous. I'm assuming the engine has to come out to replace the oil pump? |
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04-04-2024, 06:20 PM | #16 |
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Maybe, but I spoke with the guy the day prior and told him I was coming from Tallahassee to Jacksonville, so it is a 2 to 2.5 hour drive. Radio silence basically halfway through the day after making sure in the morning he was good to show the car. So your guess is as good as mine, plus how he was on the phone with my fiance just made it sound like he was not interested. Regardless, there will be other cars so the search continues.
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04-04-2024, 07:24 PM | #17 | |
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Katech are also manufacturing and selling a high quality replacement oil pump that has a stronger design and zero failures to date, at least none documented in this forum. If I were in the market for a ZL1, I would buy a 2018 and consider the cost of immediate oil pump replacement with the Katech pump as part of my purchase price. GM's service history may or may not show any oil pump replacement, but a conscious seller who already installed a new (hopefully Katech) oil pump will be able to present the invoice. I have not personally replaced the pump on my LT1, but yes, the engine has to be partially disassembled for this job.
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04-05-2024, 05:29 AM | #18 | |
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++All of this.
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04-05-2024, 08:44 AM | #19 |
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To add to what arpad_m said, I was quoted $2500 for labor to install a cam and headers from a reputable performance shop around Chicago. I would imagine the oil pump would fall into this category as far as labor cost. I don't remember if that $2500 included a tune or not since it was a few months ago.
The Katech pump is about $550 I think. |
04-05-2024, 11:40 AM | #20 |
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I have a 2018 May build, knock on wood.. still under warranty until 2027. Everybody advice is sound especially arpads. In my opinion you will have to shell out a couple more thousand to get what you are talking about or will have to make some more compromises.
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04-05-2024, 06:35 PM | #21 | |
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04-05-2024, 08:22 PM | #23 |
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If you decide to go with a 2018, would definitely recommend a katech oil pump. Mine has a build date of 05/2018 and pump failed at around 12k miles. Motor needs to be pulled, or that's the best way to go about it. If you're gonna have the oil pump swapped, pay the extra money for a cam and other valvetrain upgrades. Ported heads aren't necessary but worth maybe an additional 25hp. Not as big a deal on boosted motors but the engine will run more efficiently with them. Paid around
$9k between all the upgrades that went along with the oil pump and labor. Good luck, and if you have any questions feel free to shoot me a PM. I would base your decision off whether you want a pre, or post refresh zl1. If you really want a pre 2019, then definitely factor in the cost of oil pump replacement as well as whatever upgrades your heart may desire. |
04-07-2024, 02:57 PM | #24 |
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could someone post the part number for the latest GM oil pump revision?
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04-07-2024, 10:16 PM | #25 |
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04-18-2024, 05:36 PM | #27 |
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Well I figured I would update the thread regarding the 2018 ZL1 I was looking at and close this one out before moving on to a build thread of sorts. The 2018 fell through, but I have purchased a 2017 ZL1 A10 in Hyper Blue, 13,XXX miles, with the carbon fiber hood insert, and PDR. Has some nice upgrades like the 1LE rear wing which I love! Going to the dealership Saturday to pick her up! I am so excited to get behind the wheel of this thing!
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04-18-2024, 09:10 PM | #28 |
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Congrats Tony, you will be on cloud nine when you drive this beauty
Don't forget about the updated oil pump, the concern applies to the 2017 model year just the same.
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