Chuck Nash Chevrolet in San Marcos, Texas blew my motor up! *Update on Pg. 17* - Page 5 - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

Nutro · 06-13-2013, 10:33 PM

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Originally Posted by CoolStoryBro

this isn't "GM" this is that dealer.

I understand the anger but there has to be some level of maturity.\

it's not common practice nor necessary to "drain the block" An oil change is required and the coolant would be drained from the oil pan. I won't get too deep into this as there are far too many keyboard engineers on this forum.

as i mentioned before, you should allow them to make it right.

I've been getting the run around from this dealer since this started. I agree with you to a point but GM saying they won't replace the motor when the pistons obviously took a hit? Then they say it's because the dealer told them that the car is heavily modified? They are both full of shit.

Plus, Facebook won't let me name it "Chuck Nash lied"

Nutro · 06-13-2013, 10:34 PM

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Originally Posted by 62nalide

Have them buy it back, get a new 5.0 and be done with it. A lawyer won't do much on this, been there before with the 04 F150s problems back in 05. Sorry to hear I know the feeling.

District Rep said GM won't buy it from me because it's "Fixable" but wouldn't comment as to what degree "Fixable" is.

Mudbeast2 · 06-13-2013, 10:39 PM

Call Chevrolet and report the problem with head quarters that would be my first step.

Nutro · 06-13-2013, 10:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Mudbeast2

Call Chevrolet and report the problem with head quarters that would be my first step.

I tried several times today to do just that. Every time I was told that my "District Rep" would need to handle it.

GroundhogSS · 06-13-2013, 10:42 PM

Wow, I hope you get it right. I'm never going to Chuck Nash, for sure.

eymang · 06-13-2013, 10:45 PM

They should be replacing the pistons as well to make it right.

Nutro · 06-13-2013, 10:53 PM

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Originally Posted by CoolStoryBro

The dent is cosmetic right now maybe, but once heat is applied (cylinder firing) it's a whole new ballgame. I don't feel you are entitled to a replacement engine. however, the pistons should at least be thoroughly inspected and the ones with extremely minor cosmetic damage could be disregarded but the ones that have a full dent or "extra valve relief" i think should be pushed to be replaced. I wish you luck in a fair resolution, the cool head will always come out ahead. so keep to your facts and push for getting your car back the way it came in, minus the lifter issue.

Right on, man. We all have our opinions and I can respect yours. I'm not going irate with with the dealer or the District Rep. I spoke to them very calmly and matter-of-fact.

I still think the pistons AT THE LEAST need to be replaced.

I think if you were in my shoes, you'd have a slightly different opinion. It's easy to armchair QB it when it isn't your car, time or property.

SSx2JAMES · 06-13-2013, 11:07 PM

i also had a bad experience with this dealership when i had the noise coming from the rear end. took several trips before they could hear it then when they finally got the parts in they didnt get all the parts needed. took over a week before i got my car back. never been back since. hope everything works out.

strych9 · 06-13-2013, 11:16 PM

Seriously...it looks worse than it is. The pistons, rods and bearings are fine. The valves need replaced, and guides checked. Really, it's a basic repair, in the scheme of things. Let them fix the car before you make an irrational decision. I had a bad incident with NOS on my 5.0. Same result as you. I broke it in the morning, had it running by late afternoon. Did the work in my apartment garage.

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Bsanf21 · 06-13-2013, 11:16 PM

Get a lawyer. Then have the lawyer contact them and watch the magic happen!

Nutro · 06-13-2013, 11:21 PM

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Originally Posted by SSx2JAMES

i also had a bad experience with this dealership when i had the noise coming from the rear end. took several trips before they could hear it then when they finally got the parts in they didnt get all the parts needed. took over a week before i got my car back. never been back since. hope everything works out.

That sucks, man. I actually really like Larry over there in Service, too. I get all of my parts from Richard in the parts dept as well. Oh well, I guess I'll find another dealer after all of this.

Russo · 06-13-2013, 11:21 PM

whoever promised you a new motor when this repair fails, get it in writing! make sure someone is held accountable!

Vroom_vroom · 06-14-2013, 06:51 AM

this blows with out a doubt, i would go for a new motor but dont expect it to happen. i would settle on a set of all new valves and pistons. as was mentioned when heat is applied cosmetic issues become something more. especially as i believe there are hypereutectic pistons (not positive) any heavy knock and your ****ed. personally i feel this would be a reasonable fix. i would be very un trusting of a dealership that was dumb enough to say the tech was unhappy about fixing it. after it is all said and done i would write a letter to gm about your total experience. never underestimate what a hand written letter will do!

SeriouslySinning · 06-14-2013, 07:44 AM

The pictures almost got a tear out of me... wtf man...

06-13-2013, 10:39 PM	#59
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06-13-2013, 10:42 PM	#61
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06-13-2013, 11:16 PM	#65
strych9 I'll be back... Drives: Subaru, HD Road Glide Special Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Omaha, NE Posts: 3,036 View My Garage	Seriously...it looks worse than it is. The pistons, rods and bearings are fine. The valves need replaced, and guides checked. Really, it's a basic repair, in the scheme of things. Let them fix the car before you make an irrational decision. I had a bad incident with NOS on my 5.0. Same result as you. I broke it in the morning, had it running by late afternoon. Did the work in my apartment garage. Sent from my ASUS Transformer Pad TF700T using Tapatalk HD __________________ Bye bye, Bumblebee! --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Build Journal My Garage GoPro Mic Hack

06-14-2013, 06:51 AM	#69
Vroom_vroom The gritos pollo!!! Drives: Like a idiot Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Las Vegas Posts: 1,215 View My Garage	this blows with out a doubt, i would go for a new motor but dont expect it to happen. i would settle on a set of all new valves and pistons. as was mentioned when heat is applied cosmetic issues become something more. especially as i believe there are hypereutectic pistons (not positive) any heavy knock and your **ed. personally i feel this would be a reasonable fix. i would be very un trusting of a dealership that was dumb enough to say the tech was unhappy about fixing it. after it is all said and done i would write a letter to gm about your total experience. never underestimate what a hand written letter will do! __________________ ______ If you don't stop how can they give you a ticket?-The Big Tuna___ '12 1Ls Camaro; Slp loud mouth I\|maganflow x-pipe\|Injen long ram intake\|brembo brake upgrade\| russell s.s. lines\|2LT polished 19's\|billet 5mm spacers\|tinted tail lights&markers\|pdmi\|billet c. can\| '13 Avenger R/T '77 T/A 6.6**;, draining my wallet.

06-13-2013, 10:45 PM	#62
eymang Drives: 2011 2SS/RS & 1991 Vert Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Texas Posts: 397 View My Garage	They should be replacing the pistons as well to make it right.

06-13-2013, 11:07 PM	#64
SSx2JAMES Drives: 2000 Camaro SS + 2010 Camaro SS Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: San Marcos, TX Posts: 270 View My Garage	i also had a bad experience with this dealership when i had the noise coming from the rear end. took several trips before they could hear it then when they finally got the parts in they didnt get all the parts needed. took over a week before i got my car back. never been back since. hope everything works out.

06-13-2013, 11:16 PM	#66
Bsanf21 Love me some Camaro's! Drives: 2010 Camaro SS Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Pooler, GA Posts: 213 View My Garage	Get a lawyer. Then have the lawyer contact them and watch the magic happen!

06-13-2013, 11:21 PM	#68
Russo Unofficial Glass Tech Drives: 2014 Ford F150 FX2 Join Date: May 2009 Location: Raceland, LA Posts: 1,376	whoever promised you a new motor when this repair fails, get it in writing! make sure someone is held accountable!

06-14-2013, 07:44 AM	#70
SeriouslySinning Drives: 2013 Chevy Camaro 2LT 3.6 V6 Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: United States Posts: 715 View My Garage	The pictures almost got a tear out of me... wtf man...