Donor Auction won...

[PaulPerger]

I just won an auction for a 2006 SS with fewer than 30,000 miles! Had to come post... My build log will be started as soon as all the paperwork is done.

 

[Rttoys]

Sweet

**** that’s a nice interior there.

 

[PaulPerger]

I'm hoping I find the G85 code that usually accompanies those Recaros.

 

[Anks329]

Nice, looks like a great donor! Doesn’t look damaged at all

 

[Ross]

I'm hoping I find the G35 code that usually accompanies those Recaros.

Are you are referring to the G85 code for the LSD differential?

 

[PaulPerger]

Are you are referring to the G85 code for the LSD differential?

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Yes... G85, not 35. I edited the first comment...

 

[Rauq]

Yes... G85, not 35. I edited the first comment...

My understanding is the G85 RPO for the SS/SC includes the Recaros so if you have the seats then you have the LSD.

 

[PaulPerger]

My understanding is the G85 RPO for the SS/SC includes the Recaros so if you have the seats then you have the LSD.

This is true. The G85 package included the Recaros. But I have seen an SS with the Recaros that did not have the G85 package. That could be because someone added them, and frankly probably is, but until I see the badge, I'm not going to get too excited. (Who am I kidding! I'm freaking ecstatic!!!!)

 

[Ark :D]

You're going to want to make sure you've got the updated timing chain tensioner installed, as well as the Dorman guide bolt. With such low mileage I'm sure everything is fine, but the old style tensioner is still prone to failure so it is worth the small cost in time and money.

 

[PaulPerger]

You're going to want to make sure you've got the updated timing chain tensioner installed, as well as the Dorman guide bolt. With such low mileage I'm sure everything is fine, but the old style tensioner is still prone to failure so it is worth the small cost in time and money.

Thanks for the heads up. I am making a list of things to do before I drive it. I will add this to the list.

 

[Brian74]

This is true. The G85 package included the Recaros. But I have seen an SS with the Recaros that did not have the G85 package. That could be because someone added them, and frankly probably is, but until I see the badge, I'm not going to get too excited. (Who am I kidding! I'm freaking ecstatic!!!!)

If you have the VIN, there is a website you can look it up and find out if it has the limited slip and every other added option now, rather than waiting until you get the car.

 

[PaulPerger]

If you have the VIN, there is a website you can look it up and find out if it has the limited slip and every other added option now, rather than waiting until you get the car.

I tried, but the auction had an invalid VIN listed. However, I just went back to check again, and while the VIN on the site is wrong, I found out that because I won the auction, I have access to an Autocheck Report, which had the correct VIN.

I now know it most definitely has the G85 package!!! WOOT WOOT!!!

 

[Brian74]

I tried, but the auction had an invalid VIN listed. However, I just went back to check again, and while the VIN on the site is wrong, I found out that because I won the auction, I have access to an Autocheck Report, which had the correct VIN.

I now know it most definitely has the G85 package!!! WOOT WOOT!!!

Right on, looks like a good score!

 

[PaulPerger]

What is the best Mechanic's Manual for the Cobalt SS?

 

[Fozda]

AllDataDIY

 

[Ark :D]

Perhaps I am a nincompoop, but my AllDataDIY login does not show me any connectors for my 08 SS/TC donor, except ECM1 and ECM2. Nothing about the BCM, or anything else. The wiring diagrams are there, so I've made due.

 

[Rttoys]

You're going to want to make sure you've got the updated timing chain tensioner installed, as well as the Dorman guide bolt. With such low mileage I'm sure everything is fine, but the old style tensioner is still prone to failure so it is worth the small cost in time and money.

Ppppffff. Just put a sticker over them so no one will see if they are old or not.

 

[PaulPerger]

You're going to want to make sure you've got the updated timing chain tensioner installed, as well as the Dorman guide bolt. With such low mileage I'm sure everything is fine, but the old style tensioner is still prone to failure so it is worth the small cost in time and money.

How can I tell whether what is there is the updated tensioner or the "old" tensioner?

How would I know if the Timing Guide bolt needs to be replaced?

 

[Rttoys]

How can I tell whether what is there is the updated tensioner or the "old" tensioner?

How would I know if the Timing Guide bolt needs to be replaced?

It’s a maintenance item that no one really does unless you are on sites like this one that tells you too. Most will fail, then get replaced, not the other way areomd

Timing guide bolt is an updated part. The original is a bolt in the timing guide, with a big screw in cover on the engine. The updated part is a one piece bolt/cover bolt. Dorman number917-954. $20 worth of insurance.

Or put stickers over them. (Inside joke)

 

[PaulPerger]

Just ordered new Air Filter, Cabin Filter, Oil Filter, Oil and Coolant. I plan to drain and replace most of the fluids.

Should I do Transmission fluid?