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jdanza · 06-07-2009, 10:53 AM

The A pillar thing sucks.
But it's realitively minor, I was intrested in buying a 2009 G37S ($42k) until I joined their forums and found the drivers side A pillar where it connects to the top of the windshield has a recurring problem, the welded joint cracks after being on the road for a short time. The fix is taking apart the interior of the car and re-welding. This fix seems to last longer for some than others, it produces a cracking / popping sound when the driver hits a bump or the body gets flexed. So I view this Camaro problem as very minor.

mglumske · 06-07-2009, 10:57 AM

Relax!!!!
My 2SS came with the Driver's side a pillar cover popped loose.
The dealer ordered a replacement clip, which has been RE-DESIGNED, and replaced it.
It took only 2 days to get the part.
Unfortunately, the over reaction is typical for this site.

DDustiNN · 06-07-2009, 11:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mglumske

Relax!!!!
My 2SS came with the Driver's side a pillar cover popped loose.
The dealer ordered a replacement clip, which has been RE-DESIGNED, and replaced it.
It took only 2 days to get the part.
Unfortunately, the over reaction is typical for this site.

camarossrs2150 · 06-07-2009, 11:12 AM

this should be over reacted.i paid 41000 dollars cash out of my pocket something this minor should not slip threw qc since they sat there so long in qc who inspected them governer patterson from newyork .thats my ****ing thaught

Joe in T.O. · 06-07-2009, 11:26 AM

Are you guys accelerating too quickly that you are leaving the windshield pillars in place?

camarossrs2150 · 06-07-2009, 11:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DDustiNN

these new clips you are talking about clip into the pillar correct .because on the plastic cover they are little tabs on it . and hopefully nothing on the dash needs to be removed correct thanks .im only over reacting because that is 2 times that i have to bring it back to the dealer . and time is money .

SGOS252382 · 06-07-2009, 11:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mglumske

Relax!!!!
My 2SS came with the Driver's side a pillar cover popped loose.
The dealer ordered a replacement clip, which has been RE-DESIGNED, and replaced it.
It took only 2 days to get the part.
Unfortunately, the over reaction is typical for this site.

Yes, but you're lucky enough that your car has already arrived at the dealership.
Little tiny "quick fixes" can take weeks if GM does the fix themselves in QC.

The same exact thing was said about the batter fix "its a quick fix." Then some guys waited 30+ days to get this "quick fix.".

So lets just see how this plays out. And as mentioned there's no reason to panic, but it is a concern if it causes cars to go into a QC holds until they can be fixed.

camarossrs2150 · 06-07-2009, 11:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SGOS252382

Yes, but you're lucky enough that your car has already arrived at the dealership.
Little tiny "quick fixes" can take weeks if GM does the fix themselves in QC.

The same exact thing was said about the batter fix "its a quick fix." Then some guys waited 30+ days to get this "quick fix.".

So lets just see how this plays out. And as mentioned there's no reason to panic, but it is a concern if it causes cars to go into a QC holds until they can be fixed.

you are right .i do agree with that ..

GMtothecore · 06-07-2009, 11:46 AM

just a small problem.....they'll fix it, so don't panic!

LyssaRaen · 06-07-2009, 12:38 PM

Picked my car up late last week, and I'm noticing the same problem. Plan to talk to the dealer this week about it. I do agree that after having spent so much money, I'd like to think things like this wouldn't happen. But, if its just little stuff like this that I have to deal with on a first year car, I'll be extremely happy.

Vash · 06-07-2009, 03:19 PM

Hum sunroof or without?

If headroom changes for sunroof do the piller cover sizes have to change? And if so did normal roof in some cases get fitted with shorter sunroof piller covers?

camarossrs2150 · 06-07-2009, 04:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Vash

Hum sunroof or without?

If headroom changes for sunroof do the piller cover sizes have to change? And if so did normal roof in some cases get fitted with shorter sunroof piller covers?

it seems the covers are the correct size but the stud that fits in the hole is to small .need a bigger stud or a smaller hole .to me .or some chewing gum . or a book of matches to wedge in between windshield and cover .

Bell040 · 06-07-2009, 05:44 PM

post pics if possible... looks like this is happening to alot of people.

Vash · 06-07-2009, 06:14 PM

Maybe some double sided tape like what that dude used for his front plate the other day.

06-07-2009, 10:53 AM	#15
jdanza Drives: 2010 2SS/RS VR-BLACK Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Southeast Fl Posts: 392	The A pillar thing sucks. But it's realitively minor, I was intrested in buying a 2009 G37S ($42k) until I joined their forums and found the drivers side A pillar where it connects to the top of the windshield has a recurring problem, the welded joint cracks after being on the road for a short time. The fix is taking apart the interior of the car and re-welding. This fix seems to last longer for some than others, it produces a cracking / popping sound when the driver hits a bump or the body gets flexed. So I view this Camaro problem as very minor. __________________ 2010 2SS/RS VICTORY RED / BLACK LEATHER - 6 SPEED M TRANS 6000 = Delivered To Customer-8/22/2009

06-07-2009, 11:12 AM	#18
camarossrs2150 Drives: abm2ssrs Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: still out of my mind Posts: 2,095	this should be over reacted.i paid 41000 dollars cash out of my pocket something this minor should not slip threw qc since they sat there so long in qc who inspected them governer patterson from newyork .thats my ****ing thaught __________________ [SIGPIC]

06-07-2009, 11:46 AM	#23
GMtothecore "That Guy" Drives: Camaro SS...........what else? Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: OOOOOOOklahoma where the wind comes sweepin' down the plains. Posts: 2,360	just a small problem.....they'll fix it, so don't panic! __________________

06-07-2009, 05:44 PM	#27
Bell040 Drives: 2SS/RS - Black - GFX Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: B'ham, Alabama Posts: 2,458 View My Garage	post pics if possible... looks like this is happening to alot of people. __________________ Ordered: 10-13-08 Built: 3-30-09 (#1691) Recieved: 6-12-09 Blacked out, Cammed (Lunati Voodoo 233/245, .578/.598 @114°, +4°), ARH LTs, VR OTR CAI, Cutouts, and lots of other fun mods.

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06-07-2009, 10:57 AM	#16
mglumske Drives: 2004 chev Trailblazer LT Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: North Western WI Posts: 44 View My Garage	Relax!!!! My 2SS came with the Driver's side a pillar cover popped loose. The dealer ordered a replacement clip, which has been RE-DESIGNED, and replaced it. It took only 2 days to get the part. Unfortunately, the over reaction is typical for this site.

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LyssaRaen Drives: 2010 SS/RS SIM W/ CGM Stripes Join Date: May 2009 Location: Delaware Posts: 38	Picked my car up late last week, and I'm noticing the same problem. Plan to talk to the dealer this week about it. I do agree that after having spent so much money, I'd like to think things like this wouldn't happen. But, if its just little stuff like this that I have to deal with on a first year car, I'll be extremely happy.

06-07-2009, 03:19 PM	#25
Vash Drives: 00 Blazer Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Texas Posts: 5,100	Hum sunroof or without? If headroom changes for sunroof do the piller cover sizes have to change? And if so did normal roof in some cases get fitted with shorter sunroof piller covers?

06-07-2009, 06:14 PM	#28
Vash Drives: 00 Blazer Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Texas Posts: 5,100	Maybe some double sided tape like what that dude used for his front plate the other day.