Do 2022 models require strut tower covers?
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Melting Slicks
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Do 2022 models require strut tower covers?
Hi all, In prep for the delivery of my 22 model I am purchasing parts ahead of time. My question is do the 22 models need strut tower covers? I thought I had read that GM fixed the issue with some type of drain tube but cannot find the article and would like confirmation so I'm not wasting money on something that's not needed. Thanks in advance for any info.
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Oct 5, 2021, 11:52 AM
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No C8 require strut covers...My 2021 are dry. Checked after picking up car from dealer. Yes dealer washed the car also
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Hi all, In prep for the delivery of my 22 model I am purchasing parts ahead of time. My question is do the 22 models need strut tower covers? I thought I had read that GM fixed the issue with some type of drain tube but cannot find the article and would like confirmation so I'm not wasting money on something that's not needed. Thanks in advance for any info.
There is a thread for a giveaway ending on 10/11/21 if you want to enter for a free set. We offer police and military discounts, and of course we are 100% made in the USA!
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Last edited by Erik@AOR; Oct 5, 2021 at 03:46 PM.
Drifting
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I would be interested in a pair.
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The quickest way to order is through the website www.C8StrutCovers.com If you have an issue or if you qualify for a police or military discount you can contact me at sales@angryoffroad.com and I can send you an invoice
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Burning Brakes
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Yup, it is the 1st thing I purchased before taking delivery, Very inexpensive and looking at all the pictures AND videos posted with water standing I will address the issue head on, Maybe for some odd reason some won't get water in it, but the majority will.
Safety Car
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For me, I thought it was dry at first, but it was the pockets I couldn’t see well that had water in them. I had to use my fingers to tell,
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It’s a short term car for me, if it is for you too don’t sweat the small stuff. Think ahead 5 years, if you don’t see yourself with this car why worry? Is there a z or eray in your future?
Drifting
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My C8 was built the end of January of this year. I have checked the strut towers on several occasions following a wash and they were dry. I should point out that I use a Master Blaster to dry my car including the inside areas around the trunk and frunk. Could be I'm not seeing any water because I'm getting it all out before it has time to find its way to the strut towers.
Melting Slicks
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I have the AOR covers now installed.
Burning Brakes
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That's because I believe GM addressed it somewhat on the 2021 model. 2020 had water collecting in the struts. With 2021, it looks like they closed up some holes that allowed water to pour into them.
Last edited by Losbot; Oct 6, 2021 at 10:43 AM.