NorCal Blackwing's latest activity
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I want to think the LT4 manufacturing process is a bit more specialized than the L87 truck engine, but probably not knowing GM. The... -
I think at this point an in-spec LT4 replacement is what future buyers will actually seek out. Am I speaking for the group that we...
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NorCal Blackwing replied to the thread Blown engine.Dude that has got to be some kind of record. Thanks for the update. That makes me think GM is more on top of this thing.
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UPDATE : they said they engine is already replaced and ready for pick up , they had one in stock apparently and put it in today in going...
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NorCal Blackwing reacted to DriftBW's post in the thread CT5 Blackwing 1,200 miles dealership visit! with
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Hope everyone is enjoying the weather and driving season! I got my CT5 BW July 15, and seems I should cross 1,200 miles or 2,000km by... -
Different plants but I suspect some shenanigans have been going on with either sharing parts or using the same suppliers to make similar...
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NorCal Blackwing replied to the thread Blown engine.Nuh uh! Every piece of the Blackwing LT4 engine is designed, machined and assembled by GM PhDs by hand while wearing white lab coats...
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NorCal Blackwing replied to the thread Blown engine.Here is a good overview. Yes, I know the L87 is not the LT4. However I think you’ll find the failure mode to be eerily similar.
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NorCal Blackwing replied to the thread Blown engine.This guy may have an axe to grind, but I found the video illuminating. I am sure they are buying certain engine parts from the same...
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Hello fellow maniacs. Recently picked up a new 25’ 5BW blk/blk manual. Ive done just over 1000 miles as of this writing and the car...
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NorCal Blackwing replied to the thread Blown engine.From what I've heard, the engine replacement shows up on a carfax as a regular maintenance, but optimistically, if they're now getting...
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NorCal Blackwing replied to the thread CT5BW Blown Motor Registry.Really sorry to hear that, that sucks. I've added you. Keep us posted on the resolution, I hope it's a speedy one for you. These are...
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NorCal Blackwing reacted to jbawden's post in the thread Blown Engine(add me to the list) with
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The improbable generally doesn’t sway my decision making too much (unless we’re talking about seat belts, helmets, health, etc), and... -
NorCal Blackwing replied to the thread Blown Engine(add me to the list).True, although having the engine seize up on a country backroad without cell service would be a real PITA also
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NorCal Blackwing replied to the thread Blown Engine(add me to the list).I feel exactly the same way, there's a nagging fear that it's "not a matter of if, but when", but then when I take it out on an empty...