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saber Prowler Enthusiast From:burbank califonia usa |
posted 05-15-2001 09:00 PM
    
just wondering if I get the paxton do I lose my warranty. ------------------ |
SasyMama Prowler Junkie From:Lambertville, Mi, Monroe |
posted 05-15-2001 09:08 PM
Most definitely. I asked the right people at DC a while ago and they all said yes. Sasy ------------------ |
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saber Prowler Enthusiast From:burbank califonia usa |
posted 05-15-2001 09:14 PM
thank you sasy for the info. ------------------ |
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Todd Cameron unregistered Admin Use |
posted 05-15-2001 09:49 PM
I understand from David at Paxton that you can buy their warrenty that will cover anything DC will not. ------------------ |
jd2ksilver     POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie Personal ScrapBook From:Mt. View, CA |
posted 05-15-2001 11:18 PM
Hold up there. My car is covered no problem. Anything not directly caused by the upgrades will be covered, and have been. My dealer even replaced my first supercharger for me when it developed a oil leak. At no cost to me. Don't jump to conclusions, get the facts first. And ask the people who are doing the actual work. DC doesnt do the work. ------------------ This message has been edited by jd2ksilver on 05-15-2001 at 11:24 PM |
CJ                POA Lifetime Site Supporter Prowler Junkie Personal ScrapBook From:Rochester Hills, MI USA |
posted 05-16-2001 12:40 AM
John, I agree with you. It would seem logical that things would be covered under warranty. Then, again, maybe not.
quote: That is the key statement. My guess would be that it could end up that the decisions might be made on a case by case situation. Undoubtedly, questions might come up as to whether the non-Chrysler or Mopar part caused the problem and whether or not it should be covered. It is always possible that it could be approved in one situation but not in another! I would have posted originally on this; however, these types of situations are never set in concrete! It could end up being a touchy subject. ------------------ |
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jd2ksilver POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie Personal ScrapBook From:Mt. View, CA |
posted 05-16-2001 01:43 AM
CJ quote: I think that's a pretty key statement too. Point is, find a dealer who is looking to keep your business, or in general want to do the right thing, work with you, and you will be ok. It's not a bad idea to make friends with the service manager, etc. There is always a risk with upgrades. If your looking for security, then they maybe mods are not the way to go. ------------------ This message has been edited by jd2ksilver on 05-16-2001 at 02:07 AM |
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CJ POA Lifetime Site Supporter Prowler Junkie Personal ScrapBook From:Rochester Hills, MI USA |
posted 05-16-2001 05:59 AM
I agree with your last statements also, John...... Any modifications pose a risk with regard to warranty work. Even things like the bumper removal! None of us can really give a concrete yes or no answer to saber's question; therefore, no Prowler owner should take any opinion given on this board on this subject as gospel! ------------------ |
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SasyMama Prowler Junkie From:Lambertville, Mi, Monroe |
posted 05-16-2001 06:59 AM
There are exceptions to every rule and exceptions to every dealerships. In Toledo there was a guy that supercharged his PT Cruiser and now there is a problem with the engine. He has been to a every Chrysler dealerships in town and ALL SAY...his warranty is VOID. I was thinking of having some engine enhancements, found out from a DC person that factory reps are to the "book" on this subject. You can arbitrate it thought, and sometime the manufacture of the add-on can prove that the defect was not a direct cause of the add on, they may cover it. He also said that a warranty can be void for certain items like drive trains or engines but not for other items directly related to the modification.
This message has been edited by SasyMama on 05-16-2001 at 07:00 AM |
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jd2ksilver POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie Personal ScrapBook From:Mt. View, CA |
posted 05-16-2001 08:51 AM
Thank you CJ.  I feel the same way, it is great to get feedback. But at the same time everybody, everyone is differnt. I was very surprised at how my service rep takes care of me and my car. ------------------ |
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SasyMama Prowler Junkie From:Lambertville, Mi, Monroe |
posted 05-16-2001 08:57 AM
John Did you get your new lights? Sasy ------------------ |
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prwlyn POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie Visit Fred's Lord Of The Looks From:Richmond, Texas USA |
posted 05-16-2001 10:43 AM
Well here I have first hand knowledge, unfortunately! I brought my Kat in for some work on a noise from under the hood. The technician felt it was coming from the engine, it wasn't from inside the engine but the service manager marked the repair order "Customer installed Nitrous System" and DC rep voided the power train completely. The next step was for the Extended warranty company to send me a refund for my extended warranty and stated "Any change or modification to the factory specs of the car, automatically voids your extended warranty in full!" This also includes even changing the tire size as an example... This all depends on "IF" they find out... In short be sure that you know your dealers Service Manager real well.... By the way the noise turned out to be the altenator... ------------------ |
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Todd Cameron unregistered Admin Use |
posted 05-16-2001 11:12 AM
Yep, all depends on if your service manager is willing to work with you or going to leave stroke your Orange repair along for 5 months. Seeing that lawyer today at 1:30, wish me luck. ------------------ |
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cwatsonjr unregistered Admin Use |
posted 05-16-2001 11:23 AM
Todd - give 'em heck!!!! ------------------ |
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jd2ksilver POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie Personal ScrapBook From:Mt. View, CA |
posted 05-16-2001 12:17 PM
Fred,,,, I'm real sorry to hear that. Looks like we a prime example of "pro" and "con" on the warrantee issue. Your advise about knowing your service people is right on the mark. Always error on the side of caution on that part. Todd I wish you much luck, with the number of Chrysler products you own it would seem to be their interest to take care of you. If they don't, well, that would be a great mistake on their part I feel. Hey Sassy, I just talked with my parts guy today. All parts are in except one light, being shipped today or tomorrow. I cannot get them installed till after next week anyway as the car is in the body shop for some work. I know the parts are not on my car yet, but I feel very confident it will happen. Just in time for 3 car show's I've entered. ------------------ This message has been edited by jd2ksilver on 05-16-2001 at 12:18 PM |
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