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Joe.G · 10-12-2022, 08:16 PM

Does unplugging the actuator help? Any negatives besides having no control over temp?

Moto-Mojo · 10-12-2022, 08:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Joe.G

Does unplugging the actuator help? Any negatives besides having no control over temp?

I get why people who were faced with the exorbitant cost of replacing a blend door do this but all I can say is, there is no negative - if you live and drive your Camaro near the equatorial latitudes.

Joe.G · 10-12-2022, 08:59 PM

I don't really use the HVAC, If I do it is the AC. I have 6 Vehicles to use, This one is only used in perfect weather.

Joe.G · 10-13-2022, 05:03 PM

So Does unplugging the actuator help?

ADVMax · 10-13-2022, 07:06 PM

Well, I’ve finally gotten to the broken blend door condition. (they all do that)

Without hesitation I’m going to dive in and do the cut the box hack. I’ve studied that procedure with detail, the only alteration will be adding a couple of additional small tabs at the bottom of the cutout for support when it’s back in.

While I have the drivers seat out I think I will fix the broken wires on the backrest heating element (they all do that)

In about 80,000 miles since I’ve had it and a total of right at 140,000 that’s all that has ceased to function.

I do not miss working on my car ever other day to commute or go somewhere like I did with those damn BMWs!

Koelzmod · 10-13-2022, 11:09 PM

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Originally Posted by ADVMax

Well, I’ve finally gotten to the broken blend door condition. (they all do that)

Without hesitation I’m going to dive in and do the cut the box hack. I’ve studied that procedure with detail, the only alteration will be adding a couple of additional small tabs at the bottom of the cutout for support when it’s back in.

While I have the drivers seat out I think I will fix the broken wires on the backrest heating element (they all do that)

In about 80,000 miles since I’ve had it and a total of right at 140,000 that’s all that has ceased to function.

I do not miss working on my car ever other day to commute or go somewhere like I did with those damn BMWs!

Its too bad GM didn't put a door in the side of the case where you could just open the door and replace the blend door. But I guess they didn't foresee what was going to happen. That would of been in a perfect world.

imaSSnake · 10-14-2022, 11:22 PM

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Originally Posted by NOT A 45

That's the first one I've heard of....smart move on getting the warranty tho

Worth it!

imaSSnake · 10-14-2022, 11:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Royal Tiger

My a/c works great, but I do notice the vent all the way to cold blows hot air, regardless of outside temp. Like easily noticeable.

Same on my new to me 15

Moto-Mojo · 10-15-2022, 11:17 AM

The trouble with the hack is YOU still know it’s there. But I’ve had several things happen to the car over 7 years that I’ve simply had to ‘get over.’

camguynj · 10-15-2022, 11:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Moto-Mojo

The trouble with the hack is YOU still know it’s there. But I’ve had several things happen to the car over 7 years that I’ve simply had to ‘get over.’

If you use hvac tape to seal the hack panel cut then you can just pull it off if you ever need to again replace the blend door.

ADVMax · 10-15-2022, 01:26 PM

Blend door hack done, in the process of fixing the broken drivers seat heating wire. It was broken exactly where the innerwebs said it would be!

they all do that you know.

Moto-Mojo · 10-15-2022, 01:55 PM

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Originally Posted by ADVMax

Blend door hack done, in the process of fixing the broken drivers seat heating wire. It was broken exactly where the innerwebs said it would be!

they all do that you know.

ADVMax · 10-15-2022, 02:25 PM

AC blows cold.

Heater blows hot.

and my ass gets warm again.

Life is good.

Joe.G · 10-15-2022, 03:26 PM

Aoi am assuming since I really haven't gotten an answer that unplugging blend door motor will stop door from moving without causing any other issues.

10-12-2022, 08:16 PM	#43
Joe.G Drives: 2014 2SS/RS 6SP Ashen Grey Join Date: Aug 2021 Location: NY Posts: 1,264	Does unplugging the actuator help? Any negatives besides having no control over temp? __________________ GM 3.91/TrueTrac OEM ZL1 Rims, Brakes & Side Skirts.ACST4 Splitter/Deflectors NPP M2W,GM Short Throw,Remote Clutch reservoir GPI Ported Rod Mod,BO White PTB,CAI/JRE Scoop, Moroso Catch Can GC Aluminum DS Stainless Works Ceramic LTH/HiFlo Cats SCT X4 Dynosteve, Hotckis 1" Springs & Chassis Max Brace BMR Adjustable Swaybars,Trailing Arms, Adjustable Toe Rod, LCA & Z28 UCA Bushings Hendrix Solid Cradle Bushings Pedders Radius Rod Inserts Strut tower brace Hero Smoked Tail and 3rd Brake Light, Diode Dynamic SL1 Fog Lights AeroForce Dual gauge/Autometer pillar mount.

10-12-2022, 08:59 PM	#45
Joe.G Drives: 2014 2SS/RS 6SP Ashen Grey Join Date: Aug 2021 Location: NY Posts: 1,264	I don't really use the HVAC, If I do it is the AC. I have 6 Vehicles to use, This one is only used in perfect weather. __________________ GM 3.91/TrueTrac OEM ZL1 Rims, Brakes & Side Skirts.ACST4 Splitter/Deflectors NPP M2W,GM Short Throw,Remote Clutch reservoir GPI Ported Rod Mod,BO White PTB,CAI/JRE Scoop, Moroso Catch Can GC Aluminum DS Stainless Works Ceramic LTH/HiFlo Cats SCT X4 Dynosteve, Hotckis 1" Springs & Chassis Max Brace BMR Adjustable Swaybars,Trailing Arms, Adjustable Toe Rod, LCA & Z28 UCA Bushings Hendrix Solid Cradle Bushings Pedders Radius Rod Inserts Strut tower brace Hero Smoked Tail and 3rd Brake Light, Diode Dynamic SL1 Fog Lights AeroForce Dual gauge/Autometer pillar mount.

10-13-2022, 05:03 PM	#46
Joe.G Drives: 2014 2SS/RS 6SP Ashen Grey Join Date: Aug 2021 Location: NY Posts: 1,264	So Does unplugging the actuator help? __________________ GM 3.91/TrueTrac OEM ZL1 Rims, Brakes & Side Skirts.ACST4 Splitter/Deflectors NPP M2W,GM Short Throw,Remote Clutch reservoir GPI Ported Rod Mod,BO White PTB,CAI/JRE Scoop, Moroso Catch Can GC Aluminum DS Stainless Works Ceramic LTH/HiFlo Cats SCT X4 Dynosteve, Hotckis 1" Springs & Chassis Max Brace BMR Adjustable Swaybars,Trailing Arms, Adjustable Toe Rod, LCA & Z28 UCA Bushings Hendrix Solid Cradle Bushings Pedders Radius Rod Inserts Strut tower brace Hero Smoked Tail and 3rd Brake Light, Diode Dynamic SL1 Fog Lights AeroForce Dual gauge/Autometer pillar mount.

10-15-2022, 11:17 AM	#51
Moto-Mojo Fast Cars and Old Guitars Drives: 2015 2SS RS (L99, baby!) Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: N. CA Posts: 3,973	The trouble with the hack is YOU still know it’s there. But I’ve had several things happen to the car over 7 years that I’ve simply had to ‘get over.’ __________________ “I don’t want to belong to any club that would have me as a member.” - Groucho Marx

10-15-2022, 03:26 PM	#56
Joe.G Drives: 2014 2SS/RS 6SP Ashen Grey Join Date: Aug 2021 Location: NY Posts: 1,264	Aoi am assuming since I really haven't gotten an answer that unplugging blend door motor will stop door from moving without causing any other issues. __________________ GM 3.91/TrueTrac OEM ZL1 Rims, Brakes & Side Skirts.ACST4 Splitter/Deflectors NPP M2W,GM Short Throw,Remote Clutch reservoir GPI Ported Rod Mod,BO White PTB,CAI/JRE Scoop, Moroso Catch Can GC Aluminum DS Stainless Works Ceramic LTH/HiFlo Cats SCT X4 Dynosteve, Hotckis 1" Springs & Chassis Max Brace BMR Adjustable Swaybars,Trailing Arms, Adjustable Toe Rod, LCA & Z28 UCA Bushings Hendrix Solid Cradle Bushings Pedders Radius Rod Inserts Strut tower brace Hero Smoked Tail and 3rd Brake Light, Diode Dynamic SL1 Fog Lights AeroForce Dual gauge/Autometer pillar mount.

10-13-2022, 07:06 PM	#47
ADVMax Sporting Foole Drives: 2010 Camaro SS Join Date: Sep 2019 Location: Alabama Posts: 500	Well, I’ve finally gotten to the broken blend door condition. (they all do that) Without hesitation I’m going to dive in and do the cut the box hack. I’ve studied that procedure with detail, the only alteration will be adding a couple of additional small tabs at the bottom of the cutout for support when it’s back in. While I have the drivers seat out I think I will fix the broken wires on the backrest heating element (they all do that) In about 80,000 miles since I’ve had it and a total of right at 140,000 that’s all that has ceased to function. I do not miss working on my car ever other day to commute or go somewhere like I did with those damn BMWs!

10-15-2022, 01:26 PM	#53
ADVMax Sporting Foole Drives: 2010 Camaro SS Join Date: Sep 2019 Location: Alabama Posts: 500	Blend door hack done, in the process of fixing the broken drivers seat heating wire. It was broken exactly where the innerwebs said it would be! they all do that you know.

10-15-2022, 02:25 PM	#55
ADVMax Sporting Foole Drives: 2010 Camaro SS Join Date: Sep 2019 Location: Alabama Posts: 500	AC blows cold. Heater blows hot. and my ass gets warm again. Life is good.