My First Service with V, Mahwah Cadillac for Warranty/Maintenance Stuff

[FactoryFast]

Im definitely experiencing the wheel hop...but it seems like if you hit it right that it wont do it...I must admimt a smokey burnout from time to time keeps up morale. Ill b e looking into options for eliminating or reducing this issue.

[bpitas]

Originally Posted by darkman

Most folks who got the GM bushings did not like them - too noisy if I remember correctly.

I don't believe the TSB is entirely new bushings. The TSB pieces are really some inserts that slide into the voids of the existing cradle bushings. (the stock ones aren't solid, they have air voids)
My car had them when I got it, so I can't comment on how well they work compared to stock, but I do get a little whine through the rearend.

[the cadillac kid]

Would I lie to ya'all? Brogan Cad on 46 is t3h awesome.

[darkman]

Originally Posted by bpitas

I don't believe the TSB is entirely new bushings. The TSB pieces are really some inserts that slide into the voids of the existing cradle bushings. (the stock ones aren't solid, they have air voids)
My car had them when I got it, so I can't comment on how well they work compared to stock, but I do get a little whine through the rearend.

You are correct, this language is in the remedy section of the TSB.

The new bushings are installed over the existing bushings by inserting them into the voids of the original bushings. The front and rear frame bushings are different diameters but each matching half is the same and will only fit the proper locations. Install the new bushings to the frame mounts as shown in the illustration.

[FactoryFast]

So, the plan is if I dont hear from them by Friday im just gonna show up with this Cobalt and tell them im leaving here in a Cadillac one way or the other. Im all set on this economy car nonsense thank you...especially since im only getting 25mpg...

[FactoryFast]

Got the call this afternoon...my new differential finally arrived at the dealer today. It will be ready Friday. I made a specific request to check and make sure the Steering wheel buttons work properly due to the Nav replacement. He had no answer on the rough shutdown but he is supposed to get back to me...

[jclayc]

cool, factoryfast...

i checked my oil since Clairmont stunk it up. Oil level's fine, so either it's just oil burning off my headers or... ?

[T.G.]

So they're putting in new bushing inserts under warranty?

[FactoryFast]

Im not 100% on wether or not they are replacing bushings...a good mechanic would replace all associated hardware with a job of that magnitude. According to that "TSB" I would have to specificallly complain about it which I did not. Why? I may have a very good in with KW suspensions, ill try lowering the car a bit and see if that helps the hop. If not ill go another route like the KARs setup.

Ill be rid of the Cobalt in less than 24hrs WOOT!

[VforMe]

Originally Posted by FactoryFast

Im not 100% on wether or not they are replacing bushings...a good mechanic would replace all associated hardware with a job of that magnitude. According to that "TSB" I would have to specificallly complain about it which I did not. Why? I may have a very good in with KW suspensions, ill try lowering the car a bit and see if that helps the hop. If not ill go another route like the KARs setup.

Ill be rid of the Cobalt in less than 24hrs WOOT!

What is that family of rabbits gonna do now that you won't be providing dinner out of the cobalt?

[FactoryFast]

Originally Posted by VforMe

What is that family of rabbits gonna do now that you won't be providing dinner out of the cobalt?

Papa Rabbit should be out looking for a job instead of breaking into my damn rental. Momma rabbit, seeing that Papa rabbit is a deadbeat, should be applying for welfare and get her baby bunnies some Food Stampage. Either way, the free lunch stops.

[the cadillac kid]

Originally Posted by FactoryFast

Either way, the free lunch stops.

no such thing

[FactoryFast]

Originally Posted by the cadillac kid

no such thing

[FactoryFast]

Well, after a shitty day at work things got better when I picked up the V. They took care of everything on the list to some degree. Shutdown was smooth first two times and a just a little but rougher last couple times. Its still noticeable though and I can accept it as a quirk. Of course the Navi doesnt show Competitive Driving mode when engaged but I think Id rather it be stealth anyway...just so long as its working ill be cool with it.
I love this car.

Cobalt

[Slithering_Joe]

Have them reflash the Nav unit with the Tech2 so it's done right.