3.4 head casket

[MoNsTeR`ImPaLa]

well tho i dont own a 3.4 ( never will again) i inquired about the death-cool in my 3.8 was assured that its fine and GM has a updated head-casket out for the 3.4 from what the tech told me the gasket from the factory would break down with death-cool

just thought i would let ya'll know

if you have a 3.4 and have had the problem or if you havent been lucky enough to have the problem yet get to your local GM service Dept and get it replaced

[rtebeau]

Of course if you don't have a warranty, your looking at spending some $$

Originally Posted by MoNsTeR`ImPaLa

well tho i dont own a 3.4 ( never will again) i inquired about the death-cool in my 3.8 was assured that its fine and GM has a updated head-casket out for the 3.4 from what the tech told me the gasket from the factory would break down with death-cool

just thought i would let ya'll know

if you have a 3.4 and have had the problem or if you havent been lucky enough to have the problem yet get to your local GM service Dept and get it replaced

[rtebeau]

GM sort of pulled through on my Intake problem. After a few letters, faxes and a couple phone calls. I received a telephone call the other day from the GM customer assistance center and they are willing to reimburse 50% of the repair (or about $400), which is better than nothing and puts some form of renewed faith in me. The rep I talked to was very calm and polite, she explained even though the vehicle was out of warranty (50k) they were going to help out in the interest of providing customer service. I am sure this forgoes my claim for any class action lawsuit but at least GM is doing something for me.

2002 Impala, 3.4L
3/18/05 @ 56k miles
9 registered trips to 4 dealers in Central PA - still looking for a good one!!

1. Intake gasket @ 52k - thanks Dexcool, $800+
2. Brakes @ ~10k, 15k, 25k, 40k, 50k - warping rotors - $250-350/each time. - had problems all the time, finally the rears were done this last time seems to have fixed the shimmy/vibration when braking lightly at high speeds, I am sure it will return. Front rotors have been turned 3 times now, replacement next.
3. Rear Doors hard to open - still an issue, someone suggested lubing the door seals. Seems the handles are hard to grab.
4. Intermediate Steering Shaft (ISS) - $220 (twice)
5. I had to replace some steering boots - had clunking in wheel when turning at low speed (driveways, stop and turns). Felt like loose brake caliper or popping cv joint.
6. Ignition switch @ 11k
7. And other parts I am sure I missed.

I have not had the “transmission” issues yet and the car seems to have enough power for me, which will be about the time I start looking for a new car. I don’t think it will be a GM.

Pros
- I do like the ride, very comfortable
- Cool styling

Cons
- Repairs, Repairs and more repairs.