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nyrfan · 07-09-2012, 07:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Franklin's Bee

Hmmm is yours a late 2011? I know that's when they put better timing chains in the LLT

Build date is March 11, so yes a later one.

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Lil' Nasty · 07-09-2012, 07:59 PM

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Originally Posted by nyrfan

Build date is March 11, so yes a later one.

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Well that's good, especially if you want to get cams

you won't have to worry about that

zkdreads · 07-09-2012, 08:19 PM

enjoy your chevy malibu or better yet the HHR as your rental

steverc · 07-09-2012, 08:58 PM

I noticed some oil in the same location on my V-6 engine. I took it to the dealer back in May, a week before leaving on a 2700 mile trip to be sure I could do my long planned trip. The dealer cleaned it all off and ran it and couldn't see any evidence of a leak. I checked it every day on my trip and I couldn't see any oil where it had been before. I figured it must have splashed up there somehow. Well, a month after being home from my trip and reading about the timing chain cover issue, I thought I would take a look again. Guess what, a small amount of oil is beginning to appear right where it was before my trip 7 weeks ago. It is only a small amount because my oil level is right up to where it was at the last change 3000 miles ago. I will take mine to the dealer to see if I have the same problem. Thanks for the heads up!

nyrfan · 07-10-2012, 04:53 AM

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Originally Posted by steverc

I noticed some oil in the same location on my V-6 engine. I took it to the dealer back in May, a week before leaving on a 2700 mile trip to be sure I could do my long planned trip. The dealer cleaned it all off and ran it and couldn't see any evidence of a leak. I checked it every day on my trip and I couldn't see any oil where it had been before. I figured it must have splashed up there somehow. Well, a month after being home from my trip and reading about the timing chain cover issue, I thought I would take a look again. Guess what, a small amount of oil is beginning to appear right where it was before my trip 7 weeks ago. It is only a small amount because my oil level is right up to where it was at the last change 3000 miles ago. I will take mine to the dealer to see if I have the same problem. Thanks for the heads up!

This is a very similar story to mine, see the link below. This is the 3rd incident I have read about this. I'm betting there are other V6's like this but most won't notice the leak as is never makes it to the floor. You have to look down towards the bottom of the front of your engine, behind the serpentine belt to see the buildup.

http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=228875

nyrfan · 07-10-2012, 12:09 PM

Got the call, car is ready. I'll post back after I pick it up.

C5RocksC5 · 07-10-2012, 01:08 PM

I love threads like this where the OP posts about a problem then keeps everyone in the loop and end result to serve the community and those who may encounter similar issues are armed with knowledge. Thanks OP! I see so many threads/posts where people complain about problems then never returns or share what was found and the solution.

Monchy36 · 07-10-2012, 01:28 PM

@Nyrfan can you post a pic of the area so i can take a look in mine... Nothing wrong been a little carefull...

nyrfan · 07-10-2012, 02:30 PM

Just got home, here are some pics of the location. I'll do a write up shortly.

Here's the work that was preformed. I give it to them, they kept the engine pretty darn clean, I was expecting much worse.

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Awill · 07-10-2012, 03:18 PM

My front cover was leaking also late last year/early this year. I didn't know it was leaking until they told me when I took it for an oil change. I had it take care of when I had a rental car getting getting other work done on it.

nyrfan · 07-10-2012, 03:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Awill

My front cover was leaking also late last year/early this year. I didn't know it was leaking until they told me when I took it for an oil change. I had it take care of when I had a rental car getting getting other work done on it.

I said it earlier, I'd bet this is happening more then people know. It's hard to see because is so slight and leaves no floor stains.

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MARINE1991 · 07-10-2012, 04:08 PM

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Originally Posted by nyrfan

Forgot to mention, there was no question on my mods. Repair is fully warrantied!

thats good you dont have any mods that would void a warrenty..

45TH RS · 07-10-2012, 04:34 PM

I'm glad the repair went well for you! I see some RTV squeeze out on a few of the bolts, so they applied a decent amount around the bolt holes in the front cover. Its also good that they replaced the crank seal ... so you won't have to worry about potential debris related leakage / damage from either removal or installation!

nyrfan · 07-10-2012, 04:38 PM

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Originally Posted by 45TH RS

I'm glad the repair went well for you! I see some RTV squeeze out on a few of the bolts, so they applied a decent amount around the bolt holes in the front cover. Its also good that they replaced the crank seal ... so you won't have to worry about potential debris related leakage / damage from either removal or installation!

The mechanic was great, he came out and explained everything he did. He pointed out the sealant on the bolts. He said GM is now calling for this as the little circles (or something like that) in each bolt is not holding up good enough, so this reinforces it.

Hopes this makes sense as that's how I understood it.

I was also very happy to see almost no oil spillage in the engine, he cleaned up great.

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07-09-2012, 08:19 PM	#17
zkdreads Drives: 2010 Camaro LS V6 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Tampa, Florida Posts: 2,784	enjoy your chevy malibu or better yet the HHR as your rental __________________ C-LO or Sonic "Without Struggle there is no progress" I am your best nightmare!

07-09-2012, 08:58 PM	#18
steverc Drives: 2011 2LT RJT V6 AT Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Portland, OR Posts: 99	I noticed some oil in the same location on my V-6 engine. I took it to the dealer back in May, a week before leaving on a 2700 mile trip to be sure I could do my long planned trip. The dealer cleaned it all off and ran it and couldn't see any evidence of a leak. I checked it every day on my trip and I couldn't see any oil where it had been before. I figured it must have splashed up there somehow. Well, a month after being home from my trip and reading about the timing chain cover issue, I thought I would take a look again. Guess what, a small amount of oil is beginning to appear right where it was before my trip 7 weeks ago. It is only a small amount because my oil level is right up to where it was at the last change 3000 miles ago. I will take mine to the dealer to see if I have the same problem. Thanks for the heads up! __________________

07-10-2012, 12:09 PM	#20
nyrfan Let's go Rangers! Drives: 13' AGM 2SS/RS L99 Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Orlando, FL Posts: 10,742 View My Garage	Got the call, car is ready. I'll post back after I pick it up. __________________ Soprano 4/1/00-6/14/11, Gone but NEVER forgotten! FSP tuned: 377/389

07-10-2012, 01:28 PM	#22
Monchy36 ZLT!!! COTW (8/5/13) Drives: 2011 IOM 1LT RS M6 Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Slatington, PA Posts: 4,773	@Nyrfan can you post a pic of the area so i can take a look in mine... Nothing wrong been a little carefull... __________________ My Journal:http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=213787

07-10-2012, 02:30 PM	#23
nyrfan Let's go Rangers! Drives: 13' AGM 2SS/RS L99 Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Orlando, FL Posts: 10,742 View My Garage	Just got home, here are some pics of the location. I'll do a write up shortly. Here's the work that was preformed. I give it to them, they kept the engine pretty darn clean, I was expecting much worse. Sent from my 2LT/RS using Tapatalk __________________ Soprano 4/1/00-6/14/11, Gone but NEVER forgotten! FSP tuned: 377/389 Last edited by nyrfan; 07-12-2012 at 07:49 AM.

07-10-2012, 01:08 PM	#21
C5RocksC5 Banned Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Sin City Posts: 697	I love threads like this where the OP posts about a problem then keeps everyone in the loop and end result to serve the community and those who may encounter similar issues are armed with knowledge. Thanks OP! I see so many threads/posts where people complain about problems then never returns or share what was found and the solution.

07-10-2012, 03:18 PM	#24
Awill Married Drives: 2011 Camaro 1LT/RS Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Tucson, AZ Posts: 199	My front cover was leaking also late last year/early this year. I didn't know it was leaking until they told me when I took it for an oil change. I had it take care of when I had a rental car getting getting other work done on it.

07-10-2012, 04:34 PM	#27
45TH RS Drives: 2012 45TH 2LT RS Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Michigan Posts: 271	I'm glad the repair went well for you! I see some RTV squeeze out on a few of the bolts, so they applied a decent amount around the bolt holes in the front cover. Its also good that they replaced the crank seal ... so you won't have to worry about potential debris related leakage / damage from either removal or installation!