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03bonssei
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New Bonneville Member from SC

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Any Sc people here? I am new to these Bonnevilles and South Carolina so I am way out of my element...Well, kinda? I own 2 Grand Nationals and a T-type as well so I know a bit about forced induction :banana: I have an 03 SSEi. I bought it with a rod-knock and just installed an 18,000 mile motor. I now seem to be getting some squealing from the belt or maybe SC? I am pretty sure the coupler is shot because I hear a tick coming from the SC itself(in the snout). Also I just ordered a new radiator and HUB assemblies =D> Anyone know if these items are a pain? I have question about the temp as well, my car runs at 200 + 15 degrees constantly? Is that normal operating temp? Any help would be great!!! Also, how the heck do I post pics?
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Well first off, welcome! While I'm no mechanical wizard with these beauties, you'll find no shortage of knowledge and wisdom here, and plenty of people will be chiming in with help so hang in there.
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Past Rides: 2007 Grand Prix GXP, Red Jewel Tintcoat | 2004 Grand Prix GT2, Fusion Orange | 2002 Bonneville SSEi, Black | 1999 Regal GS, Black | 1997 Bonneville SSE, Blue-Green
1994 Cutlass Supreme S, Turquoise | 1989 Cutlass Supreme IS, Bright Red | 1988 GMC Sierra 1500, Dark Red | 1982 Regal Sport Coupe, Maroon/Silver | 1975 LeSabre, Beige
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03bonssei
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Re: New Bonneville Member from SC

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GXPete wrote:Well first off, welcome! While I'm no mechanical wizard with these beauties, you'll find no shortage of knowledge and wisdom here, and plenty of people will be chiming in with help so hang in there.
I'll tell ya what! I want your rims soooo bad! Those are awesome!
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You're a little late. One of the members here was selling some not too long ago but they sold. I've heard that you can get them aftermarket as well. But you never know, there may be others parting with their stocks to get some new ones. Keep an eye on the For Sale section here.

Here's a site that sells them...http://www.detroitwheelandtire.com/prod ... 5Qodime46g
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2005 Bonneville GXP (SOLD), Crimson Red Tintcoat
Other Rides: 2009 Solstice GXP Coupe #606, Cool (Liquid Silver) | 2007 BMW 750Li, Toledo Blue Metallic
Past Rides: 2007 Grand Prix GXP, Red Jewel Tintcoat | 2004 Grand Prix GT2, Fusion Orange | 2002 Bonneville SSEi, Black | 1999 Regal GS, Black | 1997 Bonneville SSE, Blue-Green
1994 Cutlass Supreme S, Turquoise | 1989 Cutlass Supreme IS, Bright Red | 1988 GMC Sierra 1500, Dark Red | 1982 Regal Sport Coupe, Maroon/Silver | 1975 LeSabre, Beige
Wife's Chariot: 2006 Buick Rainier CXL, Red Jewel Tintcoat
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Re: New Bonneville Member from SC

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Welcome to the club. There is plenty of help with the issues you mentioned. Start a topic in the mechanical section and we can get you through them. Also use the search and techinfo links at the top.
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Welcome Aboard! :)
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'93 SSE "Guinevere" RIP 1993 - 2019
'01 SSEi "Chloe" Mods: Intense FWI | GenV | WBS Intercooled | 3.2 MPS | 1.9 YT Rockers | SSAC Headers | N* TB | TEP Trans | 3.29 FDR | Torsen LSD
DTM Tuned | Dual AeroForce | Solid Mounts | 255 Walbro Pump | Fuel Logs | GXP STB & Sway Bars | CSS Lowering Springs | GXP Brakes | Disabled DRL
Magnaflow Mufflers | Magnaflow Cat | GXP Seats & Trim | 35 % Tint | Cleared & Tinted Tails | repinS Retrofited Morimoto Mini H1 | 19" GT500 Wheels
'09 G8 GT "Abigail" Mods: Rotofab | LS3 Heads, Intake & Cam | Kooks LT | Solo Exhaust | Tien Springs w/ GXP Struts | Whiteline Swaybars | BMR Subframe Connectors
Achievements: Guinevere - 264k mi | 16.27 @ 84.10mph | March '11 COTM :: Chloe - 223k mi | 13.85 @ 102mph | January '09 COTM :: Abigail - 192k mi | 12.85 @ 112mph
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Re: New Bonneville Member from SC

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Welcome to the club! Just post your issues in the boards on the main page and watch the helpful hints, tips, and tricks come out.
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