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  1. That's not what they were saying from the very start, including to the media like TFL, C&D, GM Authority, etc. Therefore, what you're saying is GM was knowingly lying. That constitutes fraud. Sent from my SM-N960U using Tapatalk
  2. They can ticket me all they want. I'm in full compliance, as seen in the picture. My lights are fully functional, and will remain so. https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=VEH&sectionNum=24411. Sent from my SM-N960U using Tapatalk
  3. Yeah, umm, NOPE. My 2020 Silverado was built in June. I've seen some people on this forum post up theirs was built in July and August. The 2021s were not "in full swing" in February or March. Iirc, you couldn't even order 2021s until last month. The truth is GM enacted development freezes company-wide to make sure they had the cash needed to come out of the pandemic with the ability to keep making cars. The new interiors were originally planned to go into Silverados and Sierras for the 2021 model year, when the new Tahoe and Suburban came out. That got pushed back due to COVID. Your opinion that GM interiors are in 4th place is just that -- your opinion. Others, like myself, prefer the current interior over the upcoming one. I bought a truck, not a car. I want a truck interior with a truck column shifter. The push/pull buttons on the new interior is not what I want in my truck. I considered waiting. I thought about waiting for the new interior, and then thought about waiting for the ZR2, but I chose to buy now because I prefer the current interior. I looked at Ram. Yes, it has a nice interior, but Ram also has a history of electrical failure. I also don't like the turn knob transmission selector. I looked at a Tundra TRD Pro, but wasn't comfortable with their interior (and mpg sucked). I thought the Titan interior was the worst executed. Those big cutouts on both sides of the radio look like they should be air vents, but Nissan put in vents that were half the size. The red bezels in the dash were poorly executed. Ram did a much better job with their red adverbs on the interior. My biggest gripe about GM interiors is the packaging. A loaded $60k LT Trail Boss without power lift gate, GPS (not talking about Android Auto/Apple Carplay), wireless charging, memory power seats, cooled leather seats, and power everything towing mirrors with all the cameras is absolutely stupid. Some things I care more about than others, such as wireless charging and GPS. And, GM didn't fix any of these issues with the 2021s. A loaded 2021 High Country is only a little bit more. Imo, the Trail Boss should've been an option package, not a trim level. An LTZ Trail Boss would've been in my driveway if they had built one. Sent from my SM-N960U using Tapatalk
  4. When you said "marketshare" you were specifying all the trucks in the segment, which includes the F-150. Therefore, you did bring it up. If data is skewed for 1 quarter, then it's skewed for everybody for 1 quarter. Fact is, while Ram and Ford had trucks on their lots to sell, Chevy dealers. So, if you want to talk about skewed numbers, then we can talk about GM not having trucks to sell is what allowed Ford and Ram to sell more trucks. https://pickuptrucktalk.com/2020/10/u-s-pickup-truck-2020-q3/ Secret skunkworks, lol. The ZR2/ZRX, or whatever alphabet soup they want to use has been testing in the Nevada desert for over a year with the same race team that Chevy tested the Colorado ZR2 with. https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a29429664/chevy-silverado-zr2-preview/ Sent from my SM-N960U using Tapatalk
  5. The kid in me wishes for a supercharger upgrade kit via GM Performance, but I fear the compression ratio of the 6.2 makes that unrealistic. Since GM won't do it, I'm looking into Hennessey Performance. Sent from my SM-N960U using Tapatalk
  6. I don't think the half ton trucks will get the L8T. The L8T makes less horsepower (401 @ 5200rpm vs 420 @ 5600rpm), and almost the same torque (464 @ 4000rpm vs 460 @ 4100), than the L87. The block is cast iron instead of aluminum, thus increasing weight. Compression ratio is lower (10.8:1 vs 11.5:1). The bore is exactly the same (103.25mm), while the stroke is minimally longer (98mm vs 92mm). I'm not an expert, but based on the numbers I think the larger displacement may have to do more with cooling capability since the L8T is expected to haul heavier loads. With the half ton trucks maxing out at 13,400 lbs, the L87 is perfect for what it's being used to do. And, given the L87 is based on the LT1, it's going to have the tooling paid for already, which makes it a more profitable engine for GM to produce and sell. My source for both engine specs is GM Authority. Sent from my SM-N960U using Tapatalk
  7. Here you go https://gmauthority.com/blog/gm/gm-facilities/gm-mexico-facilities/gm-silao-plant/ Sent from my SM-N960U using Tapatalk
  8. I think they should just get you a rental car so you can return their truck. This way they can still have your truck to repair. Paying for a rental car means lateral money out of their pocket, whereas they'll eventually be able to sell the "Demo" vehicle you're in for at new prices and all carries a full warranty. Sent from my SM-N960U using Tapatalk
  9. I'm not an expert, but I would assume the LG engine codes have VINs that start with 3, and the LZ engine codes start with 1. For example, my truck VIN starts with 3 and engine code is LG. If love to see the VIN breakdown of these broken springs occurring. Sent from my SM-N960U using Tapatalk
  10. I don't know. I just know that GM's facilities in Silao, MX include a propulsion systems assembly plant where they make only V8 gas engines that include the 4.8, 5.3, 6.2, and supercharged 6.2. They also produce 6-speed and 8-speed rwd transmissions. Sent from my SM-N960U using Tapatalk
  11. Yes. Sport mode is more "sporty". More aggressive tuning and shift points. If i drove a street truck I'd use this mode all the time. I have a truck made for dirt (Trail Boss), so i keep it on normal when cruising on the street. Sent from my SM-N960U using Tapatalk
  12. I have this irritation too. 6.2 Trail Boss. Definitely not an exhaust issue since I have the GM Performance exhaust. Sent from my SM-N960U using Tapatalk
  13. Were you going downhill when this happened? I had the same exact issue about 4 weeks ago, but since nothing mechanical was going on I was able to pull off the freeway and get to a truck stop. I called my brother since he's a mechanic. Told him what happened. It amounted to nothing more than an electrical gremlin. He said to turn off the truck and then turn it back on. When I turned it back on everything was cleared and fine. A few weeks later I took my truck to the dealer for an accessory to be installed and told them about what happened and asked them to check for codes. No codes found. Sent from my SM-N960U using Tapatalk
  14. No. Many are built in Silao, Mexico too. Sent from my SM-N960U using Tapatalk
  15. Did you experience any weather in your area that drastically and suddenly changed? I've seen windows shatter while a car was just sitting due to a rapidly incoming storm. Granted, this normally occurred with larger side windows that were on minivans and Suburbans, but it could happen to smaller windows, too. I worked in the rental car industry for several years long ago. This typically happened in our overflow lot at the airport, which had no buildings to nearby to buffer the wind. Another possibility could be taking a hot truck through a cold carwash. The sudden temperature change would crack windshields with no prior damage like rock chips. I use to live in Salt Lake City, this also occurred on the rental car lot with regular frequency. Sent from my SM-N960U using Tapatalk
  16. Hopefully it's just a fluke. Btw, nice profile pic. Sent from my SM-N960U using Tapatalk
  17. I'd love to hear the different sounds between the 2. If you can, please post a video. Btw, my situation was similar to yours. I had the exhaust added to my deal in the paperwork and installed it myself. That was in July. It's unfortunate it is not available now. I really like the sound of my 6.2 with the GMPE. Sent from my SM-N960U using Tapatalk
  18. Woman, man, purple alien, whatever, you're smart. It's what's inside that counts. You present yourself as very capable. Don't diminish your capabilities. Imo, it's not me that you need to apologize to, but thank you. You need to believe in yourself, and not lessen your stature in this world. Sent from my SM-N960U using Tapatalk
  19. Not according to federal law. I don't give a [emoji90] about the labor being warranted if I do the work myself. However, they can't void the parts warranty unless I've done something to alter or modify the part in any way. It's the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act. And, on accessories.chevrolet.com, when you click on the Warranty button for any given accessory it does not state that warranty only applies if a dealership technician installs it. Saying such amounts to tarradiddle. Sent from my SM-N960U using Tapatalk
  20. Priority Chevrolet in Chesapeake, VA? They told me the same thing when I told them I was going to install GM Accessories on my own. "You have to let the dealership do it, or the warranty won't be honored." Great! Do it for free, or I'm doing it myself. Sent from my SM-N960U using Tapatalk
  21. Dealers are required to comply with GM's Dexos requirement. "Bulk fill" oil can't be used if it doesn't fulfill GM's requirements. If you actually get to look at what the dealer is stocking you'll likely find it's Mobil 1, or some other name brand that fulfills GM's requirements. Sent from my SM-N960U using Tapatalk
  22. Jerry Seiner is definitely better than Larry Miller. I was more of a Gus Paulos customer though. Sent from my SM-N960U using Tapatalk
  23. In that situation they should be renting you a car. Rental car companies have contracted rates for GM warranties. I once worked for a rental car company that had a counter in a Chevy dealer. Sent from my SM-N960U using Tapatalk
  24. Lost me with the sentence I bolded. It's hard to take people seriously when they say things like that. The perception that somebody else has it better because of gender, skin color, etc is absolute nonsense. It's a big issue in today's society with BLM, Antifa, "Women's Rights", Democrats, Republicans, etc. Unless you've walked in the other person's shoes you really have no idea. At this point I'd likely tell you to go enjoy your Toyota Tundra. Remember, you catch more flies with honey than you do vinegar. Sent from my SM-N960U using Tapatalk
  25. Emissions carries a 8 year/80,000 mile "warranty" per federal law. I don't remember the exact term, nor what's covered. Just know that I've had the benefit of it before. That's not just a GM thing, but is applicable to all makes and models sold in the US per federal law. Sent from my SM-N960U using Tapatalk
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