If the shop said "timing belt", you may want to check other mechanics. The HHR has a chain. Could have meant serpentine belt. Both have tensioners, but talk about confusing things.

 

So, I picked up Red on Friday afternoon and immediately left on a 300 mile trip for the weekend. Not only does the SS run like a scalded dog again, but I am actually averaging about 31.5 mpg running 75mph on the interstate. I have NEVER seen those numbers before. I'm stoked!

Under warranty (and while still fully tuned) they did:

1) Cylinder head rebuild. All the usual parts such as gaskets, seals, and valves (the misfire was caused by the valves not seating correctly).

2) 4 new injectors

3) New tensioner and timing chain

4) Full detail that I promptly hit a dirt road and decimated.

3.5 weeks and $4,200 bill if not for the 100K warranty. Worth every bit!


**Side note**

If anyone needs work on their SS, I highly recommend these guys at Coggin Chevrolet in Jax, FL. I believe I may have to drop a letter in the mail to their service department to thank them. They were excellent!

 

Great news ready to roll now..

 

Well, I'm happy for you