GM Performance Parts Turbo Upgrade Kit
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From: Hillsdale, Michigan
Well this is somewhat good news. Now if they could just figure out the problem with the brake fix combined with the stage kit. Maybe by the time I have the extra $$$ they will have it all worked out
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From: Detroit Area
brake fix combined with the stage kit
There doesn't seem to be a problem if you have the brake fix installed before the kit. The problem seems to be getting the correct calibration if you get the brake fix after you get the calibration. It is being worked on and if it has not already been resolved it will be soon. HHR SS Automatic Stage kit and Brake fix calibration part number is: 12632388
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Joined: 08-11-2008
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From: Michigan
My HHR had the upgraded brake calibration applied but hasn't been upgraded with the Vacuum pump. I read in another thread that the Stage kit isn't supported yet when the vacuum pump is installed. Are there two separate issues?
I'd really like to buy the Stage kit and get it installed before springtime. There are two issues that I have so far. First, it seems there are still a couple open issues regarding the Stage kit and the brakes on the Automatic HHR that need to be resolved. The other problem is finding a dealer that has performed the Stage kit installation (or at least wants to install it). I talked with one local dealer and they said they shied away from installing the stage kits and didn't really want to do it.
I have a 2008 HHR SS with an Automatic and am in the Detroit area. Does GM need another 2008 HHR as a test case??
I'd really like to buy the Stage kit and get it installed before springtime. There are two issues that I have so far. First, it seems there are still a couple open issues regarding the Stage kit and the brakes on the Automatic HHR that need to be resolved. The other problem is finding a dealer that has performed the Stage kit installation (or at least wants to install it). I talked with one local dealer and they said they shied away from installing the stage kits and didn't really want to do it.
I have a 2008 HHR SS with an Automatic and am in the Detroit area. Does GM need another 2008 HHR as a test case??
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From: Michigan
Hello Dennis,
I have talked to Moran but they didn't really want to install the Stage kit. It's ok and I'd rather have them tell me up front. They have done some warranty work on my HHR and so far the service there has been excellent. No complaints.
I'd like to find a dealer that has done the Stage kits already and is comfortable with the installation. Since I haven't bought the kit yet I haven't tried talking to any other dealers. Once I get closer to making a purchase I will definitely try calling other dealers. I hope by then any odd issues with the upgrade and brake upgrades will be resolved by then.
Rinke isn't too far from home and may be a good choice. I may also try Mike Savio at the Troy motor mall since it is near work and I can drop it off at lunchtime or on the way to work. There is also Hamilton and Buff Whelan as other choices. Has anyone had their kits installed at any of these dealers?
Robert
I have talked to Moran but they didn't really want to install the Stage kit. It's ok and I'd rather have them tell me up front. They have done some warranty work on my HHR and so far the service there has been excellent. No complaints.
I'd like to find a dealer that has done the Stage kits already and is comfortable with the installation. Since I haven't bought the kit yet I haven't tried talking to any other dealers. Once I get closer to making a purchase I will definitely try calling other dealers. I hope by then any odd issues with the upgrade and brake upgrades will be resolved by then.
Rinke isn't too far from home and may be a good choice. I may also try Mike Savio at the Troy motor mall since it is near work and I can drop it off at lunchtime or on the way to work. There is also Hamilton and Buff Whelan as other choices. Has anyone had their kits installed at any of these dealers?
Robert
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Joined: 09-07-2008
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From: Mebane, NC
Hello Dennis,
I have talked to Moran but they didn't really want to install the Stage kit. It's ok and I'd rather have them tell me up front. They have done some warranty work on my HHR and so far the service there has been excellent. No complaints.
I'd like to find a dealer that has done the Stage kits already and is comfortable with the installation. Since I haven't bought the kit yet I haven't tried talking to any other dealers. Once I get closer to making a purchase I will definitely try calling other dealers. I hope by then any odd issues with the upgrade and brake upgrades will be resolved by then.
Rinke isn't too far from home and may be a good choice. I may also try Mike Savio at the Troy motor mall since it is near work and I can drop it off at lunchtime or on the way to work. There is also Hamilton and Buff Whelan as other choices. Has anyone had their kits installed at any of these dealers?
Robert
I have talked to Moran but they didn't really want to install the Stage kit. It's ok and I'd rather have them tell me up front. They have done some warranty work on my HHR and so far the service there has been excellent. No complaints.
I'd like to find a dealer that has done the Stage kits already and is comfortable with the installation. Since I haven't bought the kit yet I haven't tried talking to any other dealers. Once I get closer to making a purchase I will definitely try calling other dealers. I hope by then any odd issues with the upgrade and brake upgrades will be resolved by then.
Rinke isn't too far from home and may be a good choice. I may also try Mike Savio at the Troy motor mall since it is near work and I can drop it off at lunchtime or on the way to work. There is also Hamilton and Buff Whelan as other choices. Has anyone had their kits installed at any of these dealers?
Robert
Try Looking here for other people in Michigan who have had Stage kits installed. I have my kit I'm waiting for the weather to break and then I will be on the search of a dealer to do my install. More_Torque_More_HP suggested Rinke and Moran, I bought cars/trucks from both dealers but have yet to contact either.
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There doesn't seem to be a problem if you have the brake fix installed before the kit. The problem seems to be getting the correct calibration if you get the brake fix after you get the calibration. It is being worked on and if it has not already been resolved it will be soon. HHR SS Automatic Stage kit and Brake fix calibration part number is: 12632388
Here is a direct link since searching for the part number does not turn up anything on crateenginedepot
http://www.crateenginedepot.com/stor...0-P2292C0.aspx