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gutterball · 07-01-2014, 09:53 PM

I heard of this quite a while ago, if fact several earlier V6'ser reported blowing there Eng. due to stretch Timing chain. GM supposedly corrected this on later 2010's

PieNsky · 07-02-2014, 12:15 PM

Loss of oil , possibly, haven't heard anything about crashing the valves.

Ventmaster · 07-02-2014, 02:01 PM

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Originally Posted by tjs279

I ran into this thread doing research because the 2010 Camaro RS I just bought had the check engine light come on and the code is for the timing chain. It's going to be looked at hopefully tomorrow by where I bought it. I think maybe GM should add Camaro to the list of problem timing chains.....

So what's the diagnosis TJ?
And how many miles on the car?

mydreamcar · 07-02-2014, 02:08 PM

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Originally Posted by PieNsky

I did my chains myself at 117,000? What is the going rate to do them? I have 192,000 miles on it right now and bought the chains as a 15 piece kit online. Only chime if you actually know what it costs to do a Camaro, I don't care what your brother's best friend at work cousin said it cost in their Cadillac , etc.

wow thats awesome 192k. How does the car drive, handle still.

KaBoom1701 · 07-02-2014, 02:36 PM

192K miles and just a timing chain swap. I'll take that any day. Lol

PieNsky · 07-02-2014, 08:18 PM

It will be ready to hit 193,000 in a couple of days. I also had to change a brake lamp. Still looks, drives, handles , as new. The only wear item is the steering wheel. Seats look like new as does the carpet.

svtjackal · 08-28-2014, 10:24 AM

Took my 2010 for a check engine light and I just got the call that it's the timing chains, 82,000 miles, will be covered under the powertrain warranty

PieNsky · 08-28-2014, 06:34 PM

I would inquire about it as I thought they extended the warranty. There is also a Chevrolet Service Rep that drops in some threads that you could ask.

Chevrolet Customer Svc · 08-28-2014, 07:54 PM

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Originally Posted by svtjackal

Took my 2010 for a check engine light and I just got the call that it's the timing chains, 82,000 miles, will be covered under the powertrain warranty

Thanks for your update! It's great to hear that the dealer addressed your concerns and service is wrapping up soon. Please let us know how the vehicle operates moving forward and don't hesitate to message us if any additional questions or concerns arise.

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Originally Posted by PieNsky

I would inquire about it as I thought they extended the warranty. There is also a Chevrolet Service Rep that drops in some threads that you could ask.

There are some field actions pertaining to certain vehicles regarding the extension. It's also on a case-by-case basis that warranties are extended.

,

William R.
Chevrolet Customer Care

191185 · 09-02-2014, 12:15 PM

So , has anyone had to pay out of pocket yet ? If so, how much ?

Anyone had one fail yet that was AFTER the supposed fix date ?

Also, is it safe to say, when it does fail, your engine light comes on, and you loose engine power, but the engine does not self implode with valve damage ?

scrming · 09-02-2014, 12:34 PM

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Originally Posted by 191185

So , has anyone had to pay out of pocket yet ? If so, how much ?

Anyone had one fail yet that was AFTER the supposed fix date ?

Also, is it safe to say, when it does fail, your engine light comes on, and you loose engine power, but the engine does not self implode with valve damage ?

only thing i can answer is the last part....

You will notice reduced performance and decreased MPG... Then you will get the CEL indicating that the chains have stretched causing the cam timing to be out of spec.... the chains don't actually "Fail" in that sense that they actually break, rather they go out of spec so to speak by becoming to long.... They do not stretch enough where the valve will hit the pistons as far as i know...

Jason@JacFab · 09-04-2014, 08:34 PM

Found this today on Facebook from the v6 fans down under. Apparently it's been a problem for quite some time

lscamaro · 09-04-2014, 09:11 PM

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Originally Posted by 191185

So , has anyone had to pay out of pocket yet ? If so, how much ?

Anyone had one fail yet that was AFTER the supposed fix date ?

Also, is it safe to say, when it does fail, your engine light comes on, and you loose engine power, but the engine does not self implode with valve damage ?

Yes, a lot of members have had to pay out of pocket. It's about 2000 for the job.

talltom · 09-04-2014, 09:39 PM

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Originally Posted by 191185

So , has anyone had to pay out of pocket yet ? If so, how much ?

Anyone had one fail yet that was AFTER the supposed fix date ?

Also, is it safe to say, when it does fail, your engine light comes on, and you loose engine power, but the engine does not self implode with valve damage ?

Yeah, add me to the list. It is a $2000 repair. My car (a 2010) was 700 miles out of the warranty period. Ouch.

07-02-2014, 02:36 PM	#47
KaBoom1701 KaBoom1701 Drives: 13' ZL1 Red M6 Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: I.E. SoCal (Yucaipa) Posts: 8,630	192K miles and just a timing chain swap. I'll take that any day. Lol __________________ Mods: Roto-Fab Intake, WW Res. kit & Big Gulp Air Scoop, Elite Catch Can, ATI Super Damper & 18% OD Pulley, LF Idler pulley bracket, Metco CC breather, ID850 Injectors, Stainless Power Headers w/ ceramic coating, TR71X Spark Plugs, JMS Fuel Pump Booster, Bo White TB, Tuned by Ted @ Jannetty Racing, Ron Davis HX, D3 Reservoir, Pfadt 1" Springs, Moreno Camber Plates, ZL1 Addons Splitter guard washers, Tow Hook kit & rock guards, Hurst Shifter Billet Plus 6 Speed Short Shifter, ZL1 DRL lighting harness, ZL1 Recaro Seats.

08-28-2014, 10:24 AM	#49
svtjackal Drives: 2010 SIM camaro-2001 svt Lightning Join Date: May 2007 Location: Chicago Posts: 1,011	Took my 2010 for a check engine light and I just got the call that it's the timing chains, 82,000 miles, will be covered under the powertrain warranty __________________ Illinois, Indiana, Wisconsin Camaro Owners check out www.chicago5thgen.com

09-04-2014, 08:34 PM	#54
Jason@JacFab Drives: 2016 1LT RS Camaro; 72 Chevelle Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Central Point, OR Posts: 5,688 View My Garage	Found this today on Facebook from the v6 fans down under. Apparently it's been a problem for quite some time Attached Images

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gutterball Drives: 2014 1LS M6 Supercharged Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: New Britain, Ct Posts: 937 View My Garage	I heard of this quite a while ago, if fact several earlier V6'ser reported blowing there Eng. due to stretch Timing chain. GM supposedly corrected this on later 2010's

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PieNsky Drives: Victory Red 1LS Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Louisville,KY Posts: 1,929 View My Garage	Loss of oil , possibly, haven't heard anything about crashing the valves.

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PieNsky Drives: Victory Red 1LS Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Louisville,KY Posts: 1,929 View My Garage	I would inquire about it as I thought they extended the warranty. There is also a Chevrolet Service Rep that drops in some threads that you could ask.

09-02-2014, 12:15 PM	#52
191185 Drives: 2010 2LT/RS 6A Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Minnesota Posts: 203	So , has anyone had to pay out of pocket yet ? If so, how much ? Anyone had one fail yet that was AFTER the supposed fix date ? Also, is it safe to say, when it does fail, your engine light comes on, and you loose engine power, but the engine does not self implode with valve damage ?