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| ...may be a common issue, primarily for 2004-2006 GTO's equipped with the stock 17" wheels and 245-width tires, but it has nothing to do with the "blown struts" issue which afflicted approximately 2/3 of 2006 GTO production (and what this particular message board is about)... | |
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Replying to: cyclonehank (Jul 09, 2007 11:19 am) |
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Replying to: dunlap2006 (Jul 21, 2007 8:41 pm) 1. have someone drive your GTO 5-7 mph, and stand outside the front end and when they are in front of you, have them jam on the brakes. Notice if you have any significant front wheel kick back. My guess is that you will have 1-2 inches of wheel kick back. This changes toe, and camber a lot can can cause cupping 2. next with the wheels on the ground, you need to check to see if your front strut bushings are collapsed. If you are mechanically inclined, with a 24MM socket, remove theplastic nut cover, then the big nut, then the strut plate on top of the strut tower. You can now access the lower strut nut. Observe if the strut shaft is cnetered in the bushing and observe if the inner strut bushing center rubber is sitting higher than the outer section. The strut bushings are being damaged, like the rear collapsing springs, due to the shipping process of getting the GTO to the states. Re-assemble carefully. I have pictures on my web site on this topic that shows the bad bushings. Also before you dissassewmble them, you can do 1 more test: with the 24mm socket attached with a breaker bar. rotate the breaker bar in a clockwise position 90 degrees. Ther must be 100% firm spring back. If you or anyone else needs additional info on this, you can email me at michael.white24  comcast.net. I have solutions for both of these concerns and all concerns related to the GTO suspension issues thanks mike dms |
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Replying to: dmsdesign (Jul 22, 2007 7:48 am) Thanks for your advice on what to look for. What is the address of the website you refer to? Chris |
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I just Noticed on my rear Left chrome wheel on my Spicy Red GTO ..The film coated is starting to Peel ..Check your chrome wheels you 06 Owners , and does Any one have info on the default Weld behind the fenders? that they are weak specialy upon Impacted  I also hear a Lifter Tappng when i shes cold and fades away , But? i hit a phone pole with it i am just hoping i get her back the same
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If your wheels are chromed, it was done by the dealer or a previous owner... it did not come that way from Holden's factory... Re: weak fender welds, that's a new one to me. Neither of these issues relate to the 2006 GTO defective strut issues, so follow-ups should probably be in the main GTO discussion section... |
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http://www.smh.com.au/news/news/uncle-sam-gives-tyre-defect-claim-the-boot/2007/- 09/13/1189276892000.html Looks like the NHTSA isn't doing anything about the camber issues. Stinks for some GTO owners.
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Replying to: hquakers (Sep 14, 2007 11:51 am) It's the owners responsibility to keep an eye on tire wear and to do the right thing if abnormal wear occurs. Kudos to Pontiac for stepping up to pay for re-alignment, even for owners whose cars are way outside the 12,000 mile new-car-warranty.
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Replying to: elias (Sep 22, 2007 8:44 am) |
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Replying to: dmsdesign (Jul 22, 2007 7:48 am)
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