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jesserayjames · 01-16-2011, 02:02 AM

I was going to get a stick, sounds like the same problem I have with my present ride, which is a 2009 Dodge Challenger SRT8 6 speed, guess I will get the automatic, same stick trans, same problem........................................... .

Rick@RKT56 · 01-16-2011, 12:37 PM

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Originally Posted by togtaker

I have the 1st-2nd shift problem. I took to the dealer, they said shift slower. I called customer service, they told me to shift slower. I called Tremec they said that was GM blowing smoke. I sent a letter. They ordered my parts this week. They have a redesigned synchro, also replacing the blocker ring. Not easy to get them to do it, but you have to start with your dealer and keep moving up the chain until you get high enough for them to fix the problem.

Can you forward me the invoice/receipt when you have the trans repaired? I would like to see the updated gear/synchro to see exactly what it is. Thanks.

Orange Krate · 01-17-2011, 04:42 PM

UPDATE:
I have an appointment with my dealer on Friday to document my transmission issues. My dealer checked any/all TSBs regarding trans issues specifically for Camaros...NONE!

Whats up with that? People aren't reporting or they have modified their cars to void warranty??? Plenty of write ups about trans problems NOT to raise a red flag somewhere.

denster · 01-17-2011, 05:16 PM

Just wanted to give an update about my ride. Sorry if this offends anyone with this issue, but since the dealership put a new trans in, I've had no issues. I can empathise with all you though, becuase I had the exact same issues from day 1. I took it to one dealer and they flat out lied to my face. It was disgusting. Took it somewhere else and they noticed the issue immediately. I'll leave everyone with one thought, make sure you report the problem to the GM customer service and file a complaint. It's up to everyone to get the problem documented.

Rick@RKT56 · 01-17-2011, 09:25 PM

Very interesting. So you can perform high RPM shifts without grinding? Was the clutch/hydraulics replaced also?

ponbigi · 01-18-2011, 05:21 PM

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Originally Posted by black11

I have the exact same problem. Seems to be much better when the tranny is warmed up. I've learned how to not shift it "too" fast and still make pretty quick shifts. it seems like it will grind when its forced a little too hard.

I'm waiting to see if GM ever releases any TSB for this before i get too worried about it. Tons of people have the same problem.

Dealer informed me after test run today when I reproduced the problem that It was probably the syncro he was going to lool up bulletins and seemed to recall there being one. I asked them to dig deep into the tranny to verify that that is the problem. Also regulator out on driver window replacing that as well. There is a tsb for that as well

dcoates · 01-18-2011, 05:26 PM

Just got informed from my dealer that it was gonna take 2 months to get the special tool to fix my transmission, after a little discussing of the payments i was making and going to ask for compensation, she called the GM rep. and they said just replace the thing!!!! dont screw around with trying To fix it!!!
I'm happier now!!!

ponbigi · 01-19-2011, 12:42 PM

I Heard back from the dealer on this today. They had to order some parts and plan to replace them (have not gotten what parts yet and change the tranny fluid) Apparently THERE IS a TSB on this issue now. I will get the TSB number as I have not seen it on here yet and post back when I get it.

Rick@RKT56 · 01-19-2011, 01:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ponbigi

I Heard back from the dealer on this today. They had to order some parts and plan to replace them (have not gotten what parts yet and change the tranny fluid) Apparently THERE IS a TSB on this issue now. I will get the TSB number as I have not seen it on here yet and post back when I get it.

Please do post the TSB # and I'll post the details here.

c_LoW29 · 01-19-2011, 01:43 PM

dcoates · 01-19-2011, 03:45 PM

I sure would like to see what is in that TSB for the shift problem!

6bloodychunks · 01-20-2011, 02:21 AM

i am very interested in the tsb # also.

im sick of this problem with mine too.

ponbigi · 01-20-2011, 01:31 PM

Still working on getting the TSB # but not sure if this will help and could use a little help on this one myself. They are replacing the following parts. FORK, RING SET (2), 2ND GEAR, SLEEVE AND OIL (ASSUMING TRANNY FLUID) Anyone with more knowledge then me care to take a stab at what those parts are (other than 2nd gear) and if I should be concerned and step it up to get a new tranny?

adc174 · 01-20-2011, 02:22 PM

i know the syncros and sycro rings were a big part of the problem with mine. they caused the gears to wear.... like i said i have no part numbers on anything cause after getting shafted from gm i had a rockland tranzilla built... i am taking legal matters to get some money back

01-16-2011, 02:02 AM	#71
jesserayjames Drives: Drives a 2012 IOM 2SS/RS 6M Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: South Jersey Posts: 4,860 View My Garage	I was going to get a stick, sounds like the same problem I have with my present ride, which is a 2009 Dodge Challenger SRT8 6 speed, guess I will get the automatic, same stick trans, same problem........................................... . __________________ CAMARO 2SS/RS 6M

01-17-2011, 04:42 PM	#73
Orange Krate Not just any car! Drives: Orange Krate DOB - 11/22/2010 Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Simi Valley, CA Posts: 1,848	UPDATE: I have an appointment with my dealer on Friday to document my transmission issues. My dealer checked any/all TSBs regarding trans issues specifically for Camaros...NONE! Whats up with that? People aren't reporting or they have modified their cars to void warranty??? Plenty of write ups about trans problems NOT to raise a red flag somewhere. __________________ Simi Valley, CA email: orangekrate2011@yahoo.com

01-17-2011, 09:25 PM	#75
Rick@RKT56 Drives: Corvette Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Maryland Posts: 135	Very interesting. So you can perform high RPM shifts without grinding? Was the clutch/hydraulics replaced also? __________________

01-18-2011, 05:26 PM	#77
dcoates Drives: 2010 CAMARO 2SS/RS Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: ARANSAS PASS TEXAS Posts: 135	Just got informed from my dealer that it was gonna take 2 months to get the special tool to fix my transmission, after a little discussing of the payments i was making and going to ask for compensation, she called the GM rep. and they said just replace the thing!!!! dont screw around with trying To fix it!!! I'm happier now!!! __________________ 2010 CAMARO 2SS/RS, M6, Yellow with Rally stripes, Borla factory exhaust....426HP YEE HAAHH...

01-19-2011, 03:45 PM	#81
dcoates Drives: 2010 CAMARO 2SS/RS Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: ARANSAS PASS TEXAS Posts: 135	I sure would like to see what is in that TSB for the shift problem! __________________ 2010 CAMARO 2SS/RS, M6, Yellow with Rally stripes, Borla factory exhaust....426HP YEE HAAHH...

01-17-2011, 05:16 PM	#74
denster Drives: 2011 Camaro 2-SS Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Central Fl Posts: 19	Just wanted to give an update about my ride. Sorry if this offends anyone with this issue, but since the dealership put a new trans in, I've had no issues. I can empathise with all you though, becuase I had the exact same issues from day 1. I took it to one dealer and they flat out lied to my face. It was disgusting. Took it somewhere else and they noticed the issue immediately. I'll leave everyone with one thought, make sure you report the problem to the GM customer service and file a complaint. It's up to everyone to get the problem documented.

01-19-2011, 12:42 PM	#78
ponbigi Drives: 2011 CAMARO LS Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Chandler, AZ Posts: 326	I Heard back from the dealer on this today. They had to order some parts and plan to replace them (have not gotten what parts yet and change the tranny fluid) Apparently THERE IS a TSB on this issue now. I will get the TSB number as I have not seen it on here yet and post back when I get it.

01-19-2011, 01:43 PM	#80
c_LoW29 Drives: 2011 2SS/RS, 2010 Mustang GT Join Date: May 2010 Location: Slidell, LA Posts: 2,412 View My Garage

01-20-2011, 02:21 AM	#82
6bloodychunks Drives: 2011 2SS/RS SGM Join Date: May 2010 Location: uniontown,PA Posts: 787	i am very interested in the tsb # also. im sick of this problem with mine too. __________________ ---2011 synergy green 2SS/RS--- 09/27/2010 - (3800) 10/01/2010 - (4200) 10/09/2010 - (4800) Vehicle on final destination route 10/19/2010 - (5000) delivered to dealer 11/19/2010 - (6000) delivered to customer

01-20-2011, 01:31 PM	#83
ponbigi Drives: 2011 CAMARO LS Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Chandler, AZ Posts: 326	Still working on getting the TSB # but not sure if this will help and could use a little help on this one myself. They are replacing the following parts. FORK, RING SET (2), 2ND GEAR, SLEEVE AND OIL (ASSUMING TRANNY FLUID) Anyone with more knowledge then me care to take a stab at what those parts are (other than 2nd gear) and if I should be concerned and step it up to get a new tranny?

01-20-2011, 02:22 PM	#84
adc174 Drives: 2010 Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: america Posts: 120	i know the syncros and sycro rings were a big part of the problem with mine. they caused the gears to wear.... like i said i have no part numbers on anything cause after getting shafted from gm i had a rockland tranzilla built... i am taking legal matters to get some money back

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