[Z06] Headers and warranty
Safety Car
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From: Melbourne FL
Re: Headers and warranty (RyneZ06)
That really depends on the dealer that is working on your car. My dealer told me that headers would not void the engine warranty. Only things directly related to the header such as blown header gaskets or other exhaust issues.
Check with your dealer and see what they say. If they have a dedicated corvette tech; speak directly to him since his is the one that will be making the claims if something were to happen.
Check with your dealer and see what they say. If they have a dedicated corvette tech; speak directly to him since his is the one that will be making the claims if something were to happen.
Team Owner
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From: Virginia Beach
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Re: Headers and warranty (RyneZ06)
cool i ended up ordering the LG long tubes, and i called my dealer and they said it would only void the related component warranty
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From: Sands Township, Marquette County, Michigan
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Re: Headers and warranty (RyneZ06)
Read the warranty, or call GM. Nobody on this forum will honor the warranty, so why bother to ask. The dealer doesn't call the warranty shots either. If you are afraid to call GM because you are worried about what their answer would be, you shouldn't do it.
I'll give you a hint. Any problem the header causes will be repaired at your cost.
I'll give you a hint. Any problem the header causes will be repaired at your cost.
Racer
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From: topeka ks
Re: Headers and warranty (SMFCPACFP)
my gm dealer is a jew
sure he'll tell me that if you replace the rearend, it only voids the rearend warranty (or whatever), but when it comes time for him to fix it...God only knows
screw em, im installing my stuff anyhow
peace
:steering:
sure he'll tell me that if you replace the rearend, it only voids the rearend warranty (or whatever), but when it comes time for him to fix it...God only knows
screw em, im installing my stuff anyhow
peace
:steering:
Instructor
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From: novato ca
St. Jude Contributor
Re: Headers and warranty (cnationshb)
my gm dealer is a jew
sure he'll tell me that if you replace the rearend, it only voids the rearend warranty (or whatever), but when it comes time for him to fix it...God only knows
screw em, im installing my stuff anyhow
peace
:steering:
sure he'll tell me that if you replace the rearend, it only voids the rearend warranty (or whatever), but when it comes time for him to fix it...God only knows
screw em, im installing my stuff anyhow
peace
:steering:
:smash:
Racer
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From: topeka ks
Re: Headers and warranty (GearGrinder)
GG
i apologize if the jewish thing offended anyone. i just love to play off of stereotypes. i always find myself making references to jews, rednecks, etc., but i dont really mean anything hostile by it :D
im sure that someday im going to make some type of comment about someone being a jew and the person im talking to will be like, "well, my great grandfather was in aushwitz..." then i'll feel like a real ****!
but until then...
:jester
peace
i apologize if the jewish thing offended anyone. i just love to play off of stereotypes. i always find myself making references to jews, rednecks, etc., but i dont really mean anything hostile by it :D
im sure that someday im going to make some type of comment about someone being a jew and the person im talking to will be like, "well, my great grandfather was in aushwitz..." then i'll feel like a real ****!
but until then...
:jester
peace
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Racer
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From: Compton Ca.
Re: Headers and warranty (cnationshb)
FWIW & IMHO: I hope that nobody Jewish read that.
Ryne Z06:
Who has the best price for LG TPIS "JetHot" coated for a '02 Z06.
I am in Long Beach, Peoples Republik of Ka, and I would like a local vendor if possible.
[Modified by Gary Wells, 4:18 AM 3/24/2004]
Ryne Z06:
Who has the best price for LG TPIS "JetHot" coated for a '02 Z06.
I am in Long Beach, Peoples Republik of Ka, and I would like a local vendor if possible.
[Modified by Gary Wells, 4:18 AM 3/24/2004]
Instructor
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From: Virginia
Re: Headers and warranty (RyneZ06)
i got my LG's from A&A corvette,"andys", he has them in stock, he pretty cool to talk to also
U dont need to lie to impress a girl..
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From: HUNTINGTON BEACH CA
Re: Headers and warranty (RyneZ06)
Of all you Cali guys putting long tubes on, will it pass smog? I was told by West Coast Corvette that they flow too much air and will not pass, but I would like to hear it from someone who actually did it? I would love to put on a set, but don't want to deal with the smog hassle. Let me konw.
Racer
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From: topeka ks
Re: Headers and warranty (cnationshb)
hey, i mentioned my dealer earlier, well here's proof.
somehow i guess when i installed my headers and off road pipes, i got the simulators hooked up to the back o2 sensor wiring and the o2 sensors hooked up to the front o2 sensor wiring. well, this caused an error code, obviously. but since at the time i did not know this was the problem, i took my car into the dealer because the check engine lite came on. after i awoke from my nap in the waiting area ("would you like to wait on your car?" "sure, why not!") i rousted up my service guy to find my car and he says...(you can guess) "they're just finishing it up right now as a matter of fact!" so long story a little shorter... they cant do any work on the exhaust (illegal) because no cats--which i understand completely, here's the kicker--"that'll be 86 bucks for us reading your error code. WTF?! i could have o'reilly's do that for free. what a bunch of freaks. you would think that buying at least one, and sometimes two cars from them a year would give me a little clout and a little leeway, but NOPE
oh well,
peace out
somehow i guess when i installed my headers and off road pipes, i got the simulators hooked up to the back o2 sensor wiring and the o2 sensors hooked up to the front o2 sensor wiring. well, this caused an error code, obviously. but since at the time i did not know this was the problem, i took my car into the dealer because the check engine lite came on. after i awoke from my nap in the waiting area ("would you like to wait on your car?" "sure, why not!") i rousted up my service guy to find my car and he says...(you can guess) "they're just finishing it up right now as a matter of fact!" so long story a little shorter... they cant do any work on the exhaust (illegal) because no cats--which i understand completely, here's the kicker--"that'll be 86 bucks for us reading your error code. WTF?! i could have o'reilly's do that for free. what a bunch of freaks. you would think that buying at least one, and sometimes two cars from them a year would give me a little clout and a little leeway, but NOPE
oh well,
peace out
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From: Spring Branch TX
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Re: Headers and warranty (RyneZ06)
RyneZ06: The answer is a resounding NO! Installing aftermarket headers WILL NOT void ANY part of your warranty!!!
First and foremost, if you have a problem with a warranty claim at any dealership, very calmly ask them if they are aware of the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act. That will throw them off balance.
In a nutshell, the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act states that a warranty claim cannot be denied simply because non-stock parts were used. The manufacturer must PROVE that it was the aftermarket part that caused the problem. So, if you install headers and something then happens to your car that requires warranty work, the manufacturer must prove that it was the headers that caused the problem before they can deny the claim.
Secondly, dealerships do not make decisions regarding warranty claims...the manufacturer does. Your warranty is backed by the manufacturer, not the dealership. If a dealership attempts to deny a warranty claim, go straight to the regional Chevrolet representative.
Now get out there and install those headers!!!!!
:yesnod: :cheers: :yesnod: :cheers: :yesnod: :cheers: :yesnod: :cheers:
First and foremost, if you have a problem with a warranty claim at any dealership, very calmly ask them if they are aware of the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act. That will throw them off balance.
In a nutshell, the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act states that a warranty claim cannot be denied simply because non-stock parts were used. The manufacturer must PROVE that it was the aftermarket part that caused the problem. So, if you install headers and something then happens to your car that requires warranty work, the manufacturer must prove that it was the headers that caused the problem before they can deny the claim.
Secondly, dealerships do not make decisions regarding warranty claims...the manufacturer does. Your warranty is backed by the manufacturer, not the dealership. If a dealership attempts to deny a warranty claim, go straight to the regional Chevrolet representative.
Now get out there and install those headers!!!!!
:yesnod: :cheers: :yesnod: :cheers: :yesnod: :cheers: :yesnod: :cheers:
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From: Vilano Beach FL
Re: Headers and warranty (jw38)
I have an "agreement" for lack of better terms with my dealer, service manager and head service writer (who handles the warranty processing). Let's just say if anything breaks, it's understood my car is "bone stock" :D
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From: Sands Township, Marquette County, Michigan
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Re: Headers and warranty (jw38)
RyneZ06: The answer is a resounding NO! Installing aftermarket headers WILL NOT void ANY part of your warranty!!!
First and foremost, if you have a problem with a warranty claim at any dealership, very calmly ask them if they are aware of the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act. That will throw them off balance.
In a nutshell, the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act states that a warranty claim cannot be denied simply because non-stock parts were used. The manufacturer must PROVE that it was the aftermarket part that caused the problem. So, if you install headers and something then happens to your car that requires warranty work, the manufacturer must prove that it was the headers that caused the problem before they can deny the claim.
Secondly, dealerships do not make decisions regarding warranty claims...the manufacturer does. Your warranty is backed by the manufacturer, not the dealership. If a dealership attempts to deny a warranty claim, go straight to the regional Chevrolet representative.
Now get out there and install those headers!!!!!
:yesnod: :cheers: :yesnod: :cheers: :yesnod: :cheers: :yesnod: :cheers:
First and foremost, if you have a problem with a warranty claim at any dealership, very calmly ask them if they are aware of the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act. That will throw them off balance.
In a nutshell, the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act states that a warranty claim cannot be denied simply because non-stock parts were used. The manufacturer must PROVE that it was the aftermarket part that caused the problem. So, if you install headers and something then happens to your car that requires warranty work, the manufacturer must prove that it was the headers that caused the problem before they can deny the claim.
Secondly, dealerships do not make decisions regarding warranty claims...the manufacturer does. Your warranty is backed by the manufacturer, not the dealership. If a dealership attempts to deny a warranty claim, go straight to the regional Chevrolet representative.
Now get out there and install those headers!!!!!
:yesnod: :cheers: :yesnod: :cheers: :yesnod: :cheers: :yesnod: :cheers:
If the headers caused the problem, you will not only have to pay your legal fees and the cost of repair, but you will have to pay GM's legal fees. Are you ready for that? :eek:
Hopefully you are a realist.