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Denis · 07-02-2013, 07:18 AM

Shitty deal man. Sounds like the pump though.

Mind if I ask where in Cali you're going to be? I was stationed in Lemoore and I assume you're Navy if you're in p-cola.

wally mayfield · 07-02-2013, 07:26 AM

has GM resolved the problem?

Secret Squirrel · 07-02-2013, 09:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Denis

Shitty deal man. Sounds like the pump though.

Mind if I ask where in Cali you're going to be? I was stationed in Lemoore and I assume you're Navy if you're in p-cola.

I'll be in San Diego.

Secret Squirrel · 07-02-2013, 09:05 AM

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Originally Posted by wally mayfield

has GM resolved the problem?

No. I was talking with one of the Customer Service reps on the forums last night and he was trying to work it out with the dealership here, but I haven't heard anything back just yet. I don't have faith that GM will do the right thing here, but you never know. Based on other people's experiences with the same thing, it isn't looking promising. I'll update once I know something concrete.

thahemp · 07-02-2013, 09:27 AM

Just FYI... you could replace the pump yourself with a Melling 10296 for $150 + new oil. Another $160 and you could do timing chain and LS2 damper too.

SPCBA · 07-02-2013, 09:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Secret Squirrel

No. I was talking with one of the Customer Service reps on the forums last night and he was trying to work it out with the dealership here, but I haven't heard anything back just yet. I don't have faith that GM will do the right thing here, but you never know. Based on other people's experiences with the same thing, it isn't looking promising. I'll update once I know something concrete.

GM had been replacing these things for a while now, its not that they dont want to its that a dealership has to report it right and want too.

goodluck and welcome to so cal when you get here...we have a very healthy and active car scene here! join the so cal region forum hope to see ya at events!

Secret Squirrel · 07-02-2013, 12:12 PM

I spoke with the dealership, and GM this morning. The dealership says that it is GM policy not to warranty any of it if engine components have been changed out with aftermarket parts. Oddly enough, GM customer service said that IS NOT the policy. The dealership says they have to get it in and diagnose it first (understandable) but have already said that they won't cover it even if they find that the mods have nothing to do with it. Good to know they are willing to go in objectively, right? They want $100 an hour to diagnose it, and they are saying $1700 to fix it. This is what they tell me even after GM customer service calls them. At this point, knowing that I am dealing with dishonest people, I'd rather just pay the performance shop the $600, get a better pump, and know that it will be done right.

Way to go GM!

thahemp · 07-02-2013, 12:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Secret Squirrel

I spoke with the dealership, and GM this morning. The dealership says that it is GM policy not to warranty any of it if engine components have been changed out with aftermarket parts. Oddly enough, GM customer service said that IS NOT the policy. The dealership says they have to get it in and diagnose it first (understandable) but have already said that they won't cover it even if they find that the mods have nothing to do with it. Good to know they are willing to go in objectively, right? They want $100 an hour to diagnose it, and they are saying $1700 to fix it. This is what they tell me even after GM customer service calls them. At this point, knowing that I am dealing with dishonest people, I'd rather just pay the performance shop the $600, get a better pump, and know that it will be done right.

Way to go GM!

You could also try some other dealerships. I agree you need to stay away from that one. Already smells like trouble. Aside from that... head to the speed shop with a melling pump in hand.

slick rick · 07-02-2013, 01:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Secret Squirrel

Did GM cover it for you? Is your car modded? If you had to cover it, what did it run you?

I used Onstar to call for a flatbed truck. They towed it to my local Chevy dealer who repaired it under warranty.

I had no mods to the engine.

wally mayfield · 07-02-2013, 01:46 PM

I'm assuming GM replaced the oil pump with another just like the failed on huh?

thahemp · 07-02-2013, 01:47 PM

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Originally Posted by wally mayfield

I'm assuming GM replaced the oil pump with another just like the failed on huh?

Of course they did. They're not going to re-warranty an aftermarket pump...

wally mayfield · 07-02-2013, 01:51 PM

a friend of mine is a machinist and rebuilds engines, i told him i bought a good wrench v-6 camaro engine for my s-10, he told me to drop the pan and replace the oil pump before installing the new engine..

thahemp · 07-02-2013, 01:53 PM

Yeah. They are stubborn for sure. Like they always say.. you have to admit there's a problem before you can find a solution!

Chevrolet Customer Svc · 07-02-2013, 02:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Secret Squirrel

I spoke with the dealership, and GM this morning. The dealership says that it is GM policy not to warranty any of it if engine components have been changed out with aftermarket parts. Oddly enough, GM customer service said that IS NOT the policy. The dealership says they have to get it in and diagnose it first (understandable) but have already said that they won't cover it even if they find that the mods have nothing to do with it. Good to know they are willing to go in objectively, right? They want $100 an hour to diagnose it, and they are saying $1700 to fix it. This is what they tell me even after GM customer service calls them. At this point, knowing that I am dealing with dishonest people, I'd rather just pay the performance shop the $600, get a better pump, and know that it will be done right.

Way to go GM!

Hello Secret Squirrel,

Sorry you are having some difficulties and seem to be getting some confusing information. Following the verbiage of our warranty policy, the dealer is correct, as any modification can void your warranty. In many cases, the dealer will consider the potential effect of the modifications to the vehicle. This is not a certainty though, as every case must be diagnosed to make that decision. Considering the modifications listed, it is very likely that most dealers would considered the warranty voided. Each dealer operates independently as well. If you feel a second opinion is necessary then I recommend seeking another diagnosis with another dealer.

Reggie B.
Chevrolet Customer Care

07-02-2013, 07:18 AM	#15
Denis Drives: 2010 SS Join Date: May 2012 Location: Yorktown Heights, NY Posts: 7,695 View My Garage	Shitty deal man. Sounds like the pump though. Mind if I ask where in Cali you're going to be? I was stationed in Lemoore and I assume you're Navy if you're in p-cola. __________________ Last edited by Denis; 07-02-2013 at 07:36 AM.

07-02-2013, 07:26 AM	#16
wally mayfield Drives: 2013 2SS 6M Join Date: May 2013 Location: eastern high sierra Posts: 893	has GM resolved the problem? __________________ Strut tower brace(GM), CAI, Blade Spoiler, ZL1 wheels and tires, Heritage grill, Dual mode exhaust, and thats it, no more..except for the lowering springs..Ok Hotchkis springs were delivered today, thats it..

07-02-2013, 09:27 AM	#19
thahemp Geek Drives: 2012 Black LS3 Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Derby, KS Posts: 4,343 View My Garage	Just FYI... you could replace the pump yourself with a Melling 10296 for $150 + new oil. Another $160 and you could do timing chain and LS2 damper too. __________________ 01000111011011110110111101100100001000000110110001 11010101100011011010110010000001110111011010010111 01000110100000100000011101000110100001101001011100 110010000001101111011011100110010100100001 x = ac97968bd3df8f968c8cd3df998a9c94d3df9c8a918bd3df9c 909c94df8c8a9c949a8dd3df92908b979a8ddf998a9c949a8d d3df8b968b8cd1 x = ~x

07-02-2013, 12:12 PM	#21
Secret Squirrel Drives: 1965 Chevelle Malibu Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: San Antonio, Tx Posts: 472 View My Garage	I spoke with the dealership, and GM this morning. The dealership says that it is GM policy not to warranty any of it if engine components have been changed out with aftermarket parts. Oddly enough, GM customer service said that IS NOT the policy. The dealership says they have to get it in and diagnose it first (understandable) but have already said that they won't cover it even if they find that the mods have nothing to do with it. Good to know they are willing to go in objectively, right? They want $100 an hour to diagnose it, and they are saying $1700 to fix it. This is what they tell me even after GM customer service calls them. At this point, knowing that I am dealing with dishonest people, I'd rather just pay the performance shop the $600, get a better pump, and know that it will be done right. Way to go GM! __________________

07-02-2013, 01:46 PM	#24
wally mayfield Drives: 2013 2SS 6M Join Date: May 2013 Location: eastern high sierra Posts: 893	I'm assuming GM replaced the oil pump with another just like the failed on huh? __________________ Strut tower brace(GM), CAI, Blade Spoiler, ZL1 wheels and tires, Heritage grill, Dual mode exhaust, and thats it, no more..except for the lowering springs..Ok Hotchkis springs were delivered today, thats it..

07-02-2013, 01:51 PM	#26
wally mayfield Drives: 2013 2SS 6M Join Date: May 2013 Location: eastern high sierra Posts: 893	a friend of mine is a machinist and rebuilds engines, i told him i bought a good wrench v-6 camaro engine for my s-10, he told me to drop the pan and replace the oil pump before installing the new engine.. __________________ Strut tower brace(GM), CAI, Blade Spoiler, ZL1 wheels and tires, Heritage grill, Dual mode exhaust, and thats it, no more..except for the lowering springs..Ok Hotchkis springs were delivered today, thats it..

07-02-2013, 01:53 PM	#27
thahemp Geek Drives: 2012 Black LS3 Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Derby, KS Posts: 4,343 View My Garage	Yeah. They are stubborn for sure. Like they always say.. you have to admit there's a problem before you can find a solution! __________________ 01000111011011110110111101100100001000000110110001 11010101100011011010110010000001110111011010010111 01000110100000100000011101000110100001101001011100 110010000001101111011011100110010100100001 x = ac97968bd3df8f968c8cd3df998a9c94d3df9c8a918bd3df9c 909c94df8c8a9c949a8dd3df92908b979a8ddf998a9c949a8d d3df8b968b8cd1 x = ~x