How do you guys justify a custom tune -vs possible warranty problems? - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

OHIOSS · 08-08-2011, 06:41 PM

I've talked to many Camaro owners that have disregarded possible warranty issues and went ahead with custom tunes. I want to get a tune bad and have talked to Livernois about a tune and a change to a 2C cam. I figure a tune would void the warranty so why not do the cam change at the same time, but I just can't bring myself to do it. Everytime I'm in the car I'm thinking about how the car would be with a tune, but I have bad luck when it comes to things breaking.

I have a 2010 2SS/RS/M6 w/ 10K miles. Is there some mileage point I should assume that nothing is going to break in the drivetrain or the engine and just go ahead w/ a tune?

How do you guys justify creating a possible warranty issue -vs- getting a tune? I guess the only ones that would be worried about it is if they did a tune and then had a problem that wasn't covered under warranty.

I just can't make up my mind to do it now or wait until my warrranty expires and am looking for someone to give me a reason to do it now.

Russ

barnesql · 08-08-2011, 06:45 PM

For some it's all about sound, some it's the performance. Either way, it is way to subjective for anyone to convince you either way or another. It would really suck if you needed warranty work done and the dealer denied you. I actually lifters fail and needed a camshaft replaced, and the dealer still did it despite having a dyno tune.

I guess the only reasonable thing to ask yourself is, are you satisfied with the car until your warranty is up, and if not, are you willing to deal with something if it happens. Personally, I love the car after the tune and everything I have done so far.

ffrcobra_65 · 08-08-2011, 06:56 PM

Do it if you have the cash and willing to pay for problem on parts/labor that are no longer covered under the new car warranty. Oh yeah, guaranteed you gonna need something fixed sooner than later. But if you plan to whine and complain later why GM won't cover your powertrain warranty, don't do it.

Pollock · 08-08-2011, 06:57 PM

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Originally Posted by ffrcobra_65

Do it if you have the cash and willing to pay for problem on parts/labor that are no longer covered under the new car warranty. Oh yeah, guaranteed you gonna need something fixed sooner than later. But if you plan to whine and complain later why GM won't cover your powertrain warranty, don't do it.

If you dont have the coin to fix it yourself. Keep your warranty.

molsonbrador · 08-08-2011, 07:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Pollock

If you dont have the coin to fix it yourself. Keep your warranty.

That about says it.

OHIOSS · 08-08-2011, 07:10 PM

There is a big difference between having the money -vs- wanting to spend the money if something breaks. I rarely drive the car aggressively so it's not like I beat the hell out of it, but there is always a chance something major can happen.

barnesql- that is very shocking that GM covered your bo-bo's, your dealer must have found a loophole or something to get approved.

For the record....if I break something while driving like a moron I wouldn't whine to my dealer.

Russ

Birm · 08-08-2011, 07:12 PM

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Originally Posted by molsonbrador

That about says it.

+1

fourmz · 08-08-2011, 07:15 PM

The way I see it, 1)the closest dealer to me is a 2-1/2 hour drive away 2) The warranty is a joke in that the dealer will try every angle possible not to cover/fix the issue (Some dealers-not all) And 3) As aewsome as these cars are, there is always room for improvement and alot of us 5th gen owners who do chose to mod our rides have at one point or another owned an older modified musclecar that did not have a warranty back then either,so it doesnt really bother us.
That being said (my 2 cents), the smart money says "Go with what you can afford."

cybercoaster · 08-08-2011, 07:17 PM

I put headers/exhaust +tune on mine and well worth it. I waited until about 5000 miles or something like, more like after the big road trip to the first Camaro5Fest. Well worth it. Made it a new animal.

Hawkeye David · 08-08-2011, 07:19 PM

I was worried about it, got the tune, and I'm happier for it.

JETG · 08-08-2011, 07:21 PM

I agree with above post. I bought my car used in dec. That night put money down to buy the parts for cam header intake tune. In just don't want a car like everyone else has. So if the motor blows or what not I will just upgrade to a better performance part.

ron10 · 08-08-2011, 07:22 PM

i will save my money and when the warranty has runs out,i will mod the hell out of it.

carbon8 · 08-08-2011, 07:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Birm

+1

+2

bob vogel · 08-08-2011, 07:30 PM

well i'm only going to live once so i'm going for it big time.

08-08-2011, 06:41 PM	#1
OHIOSS Russ Drives: Yukon Denali, Charger, CamaroSS Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Ohio Posts: 2,811	How do you guys justify a custom tune -vs possible warranty problems? I've talked to many Camaro owners that have disregarded possible warranty issues and went ahead with custom tunes. I want to get a tune bad and have talked to Livernois about a tune and a change to a 2C cam. I figure a tune would void the warranty so why not do the cam change at the same time, but I just can't bring myself to do it. Everytime I'm in the car I'm thinking about how the car would be with a tune, but I have bad luck when it comes to things breaking. I have a 2010 2SS/RS/M6 w/ 10K miles. Is there some mileage point I should assume that nothing is going to break in the drivetrain or the engine and just go ahead w/ a tune? How do you guys justify creating a possible warranty issue -vs- getting a tune? I guess the only ones that would be worried about it is if they did a tune and then had a problem that wasn't covered under warranty. I just can't make up my mind to do it now or wait until my warrranty expires and am looking for someone to give me a reason to do it now. Russ

08-08-2011, 06:45 PM	#2
barnesql Drives: 95' Z28, 2010 2ss RS Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Mechanicsville, VA Posts: 177	For some it's all about sound, some it's the performance. Either way, it is way to subjective for anyone to convince you either way or another. It would really suck if you needed warranty work done and the dealer denied you. I actually lifters fail and needed a camshaft replaced, and the dealer still did it despite having a dyno tune. I guess the only reasonable thing to ask yourself is, are you satisfied with the car until your warranty is up, and if not, are you willing to deal with something if it happens. Personally, I love the car after the tune and everything I have done so far. __________________ 2010 Camaro SS - LS3 Magnaflow 3" Competition Series Catback Off road x-pipe Kooks LT Headers

08-08-2011, 07:15 PM	#8
fourmz Fourmz Drives: 2010 2SS/RS 1968 Firebird 1994 Z28 Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Soldotna,Alaska Posts: 382	The way I see it, 1)the closest dealer to me is a 2-1/2 hour drive away 2) The warranty is a joke in that the dealer will try every angle possible not to cover/fix the issue (Some dealers-not all) And 3) As aewsome as these cars are, there is always room for improvement and alot of us 5th gen owners who do chose to mod our rides have at one point or another owned an older modified musclecar that did not have a warranty back then either,so it doesnt really bother us. That being said (my 2 cents), the smart money says "Go with what you can afford." __________________ Black-in-Black/Blue out 2010 2SS/RS LS-3 -Magnacharger TVS2300,OD cog belt drive, 3.4" pulley, Janetty smooth idle blower cam,ID-850 injectors,ZL1 fuel pump,MSD boost a pump, ADM FPCM Janetty custom tune,Doug Thorley long tube headers, Corsa catback,C.A.I. Intake, Roto-Fab Big Gulp Scoop, Monster LT1/SC Clutch assembly,Eibach pro kit plus, BMR cradle/diff bushings, Barton Shifter,JRE 3.91 Eaton Tru-Trac rear diff,Barton Short Throw SHifter, Boss 339 20" wheels,Painted heritage grille, Sparks Restoration Inverted blue/black SS emblems, Seibon BB carbon fiber hood, ZL1 front bumper conversion.

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ffrcobra_65 Account Suspended Drives: SuperCharged 2SS/RS IOM MN6 Join Date: May 2009 Location: CA Posts: 5,094	Do it if you have the cash and willing to pay for problem on parts/labor that are no longer covered under the new car warranty. Oh yeah, guaranteed you gonna need something fixed sooner than later. But if you plan to whine and complain later why GM won't cover your powertrain warranty, don't do it.

08-08-2011, 07:10 PM	#6
OHIOSS Russ Drives: Yukon Denali, Charger, CamaroSS Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Ohio Posts: 2,811	There is a big difference between having the money -vs- wanting to spend the money if something breaks. I rarely drive the car aggressively so it's not like I beat the hell out of it, but there is always a chance something major can happen. barnesql- that is very shocking that GM covered your bo-bo's, your dealer must have found a loophole or something to get approved. For the record....if I break something while driving like a moron I wouldn't whine to my dealer. Russ

08-08-2011, 07:17 PM	#9
cybercoaster Drives: 2017 2SS 50th Anv, 1972 RS Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Oklahoma City Posts: 1,588 View My Garage	I put headers/exhaust +tune on mine and well worth it. I waited until about 5000 miles or something like, more like after the big road trip to the first Camaro5Fest. Well worth it. Made it a new animal.

08-08-2011, 07:19 PM	#10
Hawkeye David Account Suspended Drives: 2013 2SS Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Houston Posts: 81 View My Garage	I was worried about it, got the tune, and I'm happier for it.

08-08-2011, 07:21 PM	#11
JETG Drives: 2011 Camaro SS/RS Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Cypress, Texas Posts: 486	I agree with above post. I bought my car used in dec. That night put money down to buy the parts for cam header intake tune. In just don't want a car like everyone else has. So if the motor blows or what not I will just upgrade to a better performance part.

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ron10 Drives: 2010 2SS IOM L99 Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: LOUISVILLE,KY.. Posts: 7,545	i will save my money and when the warranty has runs out,i will mod the hell out of it.

08-08-2011, 07:30 PM	#14
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