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#998 of 1057 GM Customer Service OK With Me by whatsachevy Jan 15, 2002 (7:28 pm)
'01 Chevy 2500HD 4x4 Ext Cab SB 6.0/4.10 Auto Locker - 12,000 miles and only a slight engine knock on cold start-up. Other than that, no problems. I have to admit, so far this truck is awesome (and no, I don't work for GM - I'm actually an old Ford guy - this is my first Chevy product, ever). I did take the truck in to my dealer to register the engine knock. I was told the same story as most that engine longevity would not be compromised. I did note the engine knock concerns on the service follow-up questionnaire that I mailed back to GM in December. I received a phone call last night from GM rep. They asked about my concerns and called me back tonight. They gave me a no-cost 5-year/100,000 mile extended warranty on the engine and all internal engine components. They agreed to replace the pistons when the newly designed ones are available at no cost allowing the extended warranty to continue in effect. Maybe some people should look for another dealer or call GM customer service directly (1-800-222-1020). Personally, I don't think the longevity of the engine is compromised, and was quite pleased that GM took the time to call me and apparently stand behind their product. I have a buddy who has a '97 GMC 1/2-ton that has been through hell and back several times (it has even been buried in a pond with water up to the bottom of the dash). His truck has also had the cold-engine start-up knock since about 5,000 miles. He now has over 90,000 miles with no oil consumption (but he does still have the same knock - it has not gotten worse over time). 90,000 miles on a truck for him should be worth at least 180,000 for a normal person as we consider him to be "above-average hard" on vehicles. BTW - with all this talk of bigger tires, has anyone ever ran Cooper tires? Cooper makes a mud tire that looks pretty aggressive, similar to the BF, but quite a bit cheaper than the BF. I just purchased American Racing 16x8 rims and am now shopping for mud tires (285/75/16). I was wondering if anyone has any experience with Cooper tires and what their opinion of them was.
#999 of 1057 tires by owenm1 Jan 16, 2002 (4:08 am)
I just got the Dunlop 265-75R-16's Radial Rover Rover RT's, great tire! I'll send a pic, just email me at: omcniffyahoo.com I have the GMC 2500HD w/8.1 4x4
#1000 of 1057 OWEN by sonjaab Jan 16, 2002 (8:26 am)
Are you still in Korea ? Must be nice having the ONLY 2500 there (Civilian). New tires already? Mine workin hard plowing snow at the moment !...................Geo
#1001 of 1057 dash mounted cup holder by sf0383 Jan 16, 2002 (11:17 am)
I don't have the part number in front of me, but I did put one in My 2001 2500HD and it works perfect. I'll try to find the number and post.
#1002 of 1057 Dash Mounted Cup Holder by sf0383 Jan 17, 2002 (7:20 am)
I looked on the cup holder this morning and got three sets of numbers. 34-9-36224, 40700ASM and 15753265ASM. I am trying to remember that the last number is the part number I used but I honestly can't remember. Try to get it somewhere other than a dealer and you will save yourself some money.
#1004 of 1057 no help from chevy by mwille Feb 07, 2002 (4:43 pm)
my 00 2500 Extended cab 4X4 6L loaded 8' box now has 44k needs a third set of rear tires.chevy checked everything frame,etc.says every thing is ok.I have lost control several times with the rear end fishtailing.(had some damage to the truck). Also has the engine knock. Has been to the dealer alot of times. BBB who't help(milage to high)GM hot line is a joke(talked to them aleast 20 times).HELP PLEASE anyone know GM'S "CEO" home telephone number.Thanks
#1006 of 1057 Right Choice??? by grumpy558 Feb 16, 2002 (9:20 am)
Hi Guys--Well, finally got my truck--02 Chev CC 3500,Lt,4x4, dually, 8100 w/allison. Considering some of the posts, have I made the "Right Choice"???? My dream plan for this truck was to retire in a year and put a lance slidein on the truck and pull a enclosed motorcycle trailer(4800lb)-- You guys are a god sent wealth of info and I wish I had checked out your advice earlier but now I got what I got LOL-- Any advice is truly appreciated and also any recommendations on this combo that warrant immediate modifications--Thks all
#1007 of 1057 Grumpy by rayt2 Feb 17, 2002 (8:43 am)
Just keep good records if problems should arise and report to dealer. Other then that you HAVE made a good choice and good luck with yours. I purchased my Y2K 2500 Sortbed Ext. Cab with the thought of keeping it as long as I owned my 88 (12 years) the 88 went thru one engine(4.3L) at 85,000 and a transmission 110,000. The engine was my fault, I am a volunteer firefighter and heavy on the pedal when responding to calls, so I was going thru quart of oil every 100 miles when I decided to have engine rebuilt. Good Luck with your new truck ! Ray T.