Rusting Frame

[rdbaja]

2011 Z71 suburban, $58K, almost 3 yrs old...........stoked on the metal quality, I think chevy gets there metal from Taiwan and shipped it to Mexico then put my truck together.

Edited December 12, 2014 by rdbaja

[POS VETT]

I was told about this rule of thumb in automotive-manufacturing business many years ago, that if you could save a dime on every unit, you'd sell your grandmother"

 

Enough said.

Edited December 12, 2014 by POS VETT

[rdbaja]

Happy New Year to all my rusting away brothers.............we shall see what 2015 brings to my rusting away chassis........

[mrp2004]

Happy New Year to all my rusting away brothers.............we shall see what 2015 brings to my rusting away chassis........

Happy New Year, I had the GM "fix" and the dealer rust proof a few months back, I have black "stuff" every where including paint and chrome running boards, I just looked last week and is rusting everywhere again, the same as before. Dealer told me I can go back, but I am tired of having a brand new truck at the dealer for repairs constantly. I didn't have heated seats on 2014, maybe for this year I will.

[nuclearxp]

Sorry, after reading through this read I wasn't able to find anyone that spoke as to how this "frame rust" affects the performance, drivability, or longevity.

 

Not to be nit-picky, but is this just a general "it shouldn't be this way so I'll complain on the inter web" or has someone actually had the frame rust to pieces or cause some other component to be non functional or unserviceable?

[RVJ]

I don't think the rest of the truck will survive as long the frame will.

Edited January 1, 2015 by rvj

[rdbaja]

Sorry, after reading through this read I wasn't able to find anyone that spoke as to how this "frame rust" affects the performance, drivability, or longevity.

 

Not to be nit-picky, but is this just a general "it shouldn't be this way so I'll complain on the inter web" or has someone actually had the frame rust to pieces or cause some other component to be non functional or unserviceable?

Well, no performance issues yet.......However, when my exhaust system, brakelines, shock mounts, etc........all rust thru I assume right after my warranty expires, then I will incur the brunt of all costs..........There's a major problem here, Chevy is aware , hence all the TSB's that have been issued.....I spoke with a service manager I know, off the job having a few beers, he did not hold back saying the protective coating is a joke and does nothing......The frames should simply be industrial painted before assembly , not waxed

[MikeNH]

Keep it respectful please.

 

 

Also, it's generally a poor decision to report someone for being a jerk than shortly after making a rude post yourself.

[rvsixer]

The frames should simply be industrial painted before assembly , not waxed

 

Just saw this thread. One of my biggest gripes with my GMT800 Duramax is the waxed frame getting eaten by diesel (,,,its inevitable diesel makes it to the chassis via fuel filter changes, leaks, etc).

 

I am forevever inspecting and recoating the frame, and am dissapointed to hear the 1500's are still being waxed. Especially since it appears on the new Colorado/Canyon twins they are actually painting the frames (good news for those waiting on the babyDmax engine).

[redwngr]

1500 and 2500/3500 frames are dipped in the same wax tank.

Edited January 2, 2015 by redwngr

[Ventilator]

1500 and 2500/3500 frames are dipped in the same wax tank.

 

 

Yeah, the one full of rust.

[pm26]

 

 

Yeah, the one full of rust.

Maybe the wax is clean, but the frames have surface rust on them when they are dipped in. So the wax does not adhere too well. I suspect this is the case because my '06 truck frame looks very good and the wax is not peeling. Perhaps back then they actually painted the frames (or at least primed them) before they were shipped and dipped in a wax tank. Raw steel will develop flash rust overnight if left outside.

Edited January 2, 2015 by pm26

[FL335i]

All I know is I'm happier with my repairs vs the pics in this thread. Go to Home depot. Buy a can of flat black enamel from rustoleum. Prep the surface well and give it two coats. on the hard to reach areas, just spray.... spray spray. It'll help.

[rdbaja]

Update #6

Have an appt this morning at dealer, because now there is a corrosion guy that makes decisions. Was already told by the General Manager that this guy has said GM is doing nothing because I live a block from the ocean, feel sorry for dealer with that kind of support.........I have the TSB ( service bulletin to repair ) PI1056E.......So it sounds like if you live within a few miles of the coast GM is saying.." good luck f**cker, thanks for your 55K"

Not sure anyone is reading these anymore, but I'll post the outcome for future "rusters" in need

[Retired Bob]

Yep - still reading this thread because I tell anyone who bought (or is looking to buy) to check for rust and if they have rust I tell them about this thread to read!