What is your experience with the 4 Cyl Equinox?
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Well..the tech actually drives his wife's 2010 NOX to work..he showed me that much. Are you a working GM tech?
How can you say that the ecotec is the most reliable engine that Chevy makes..how long has it been in production? Chevy makes some great engines..as you know
My wife's 98 Malibu has the beautifully smooth 2.4 Twin Cam with 150K on it..This 4CYL blows the ecotec away and is much quieter and smoother
How can you say that the ecotec is the most reliable engine that Chevy makes..how long has it been in production? Chevy makes some great engines..as you know
My wife's 98 Malibu has the beautifully smooth 2.4 Twin Cam with 150K on it..This 4CYL blows the ecotec away and is much quieter and smoother
The 2.2 ecotec is 10 years old. Why do i think the ecotec is reliable?...because I see what get repaired every day in a gm dealership!
Also, there won't be fluid leaks under the ecotec...not so for other engines.
As for the nox, I haven't noticed a hesitation; when does it occur for you?
Last edited by tech2; Dec 13, 2012 at 6:26 PM.
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the quad 4? Yes, it is powerful but has a horrible service history. Have fun when its head gasket time. Its not nice to work on and sucks fuel for a four cylinder. The 2.4 eco in your nox is more powerful and gets better fuel mileage than the quad 4 engine.
The 2.2 ecotec is 10 years old. Why do i think the ecotec is reliable?...because I see what get repaired every day in a gm dealership!
Also, there won't be fluid leaks under the ecotec...not so for other engines.
As for the nox, I haven't noticed a hesitation; when does it occur for you?
The 2.2 ecotec is 10 years old. Why do i think the ecotec is reliable?...because I see what get repaired every day in a gm dealership!
Also, there won't be fluid leaks under the ecotec...not so for other engines.
As for the nox, I haven't noticed a hesitation; when does it occur for you?
"Horrible service history" I stated 150K miles..no problems ever
"Sucks fuel"?? I get 30 miles to a gallon
"Have fun when it's head gasket time"?? YOU don't belong on here with statements like that
Go wash another car Tech man
And check your grammar please
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2012 Equinox - Update
Well, my 2012 Equinox is now 14 months old and I wanted to post an update. It is an awesome vehicle! The 2.4l engine continues to perform flawlessly!
When I bought the 'nox I had been driving a 2005 Saturn Vue which had the 2.2l ecotec engine. I put 112,000 miles on the Vue and never had 1 single issue with the 2.2l ecotec. Very good engine. I only hope I get as good a service out of my 2.4l 'nox. So far, so good. BTW it is black with chrome trim on the mirrors, door handles and vertical side posts. I regularly get comments on what a good looking vehicle it is.
When I bought the 'nox I had been driving a 2005 Saturn Vue which had the 2.2l ecotec engine. I put 112,000 miles on the Vue and never had 1 single issue with the 2.2l ecotec. Very good engine. I only hope I get as good a service out of my 2.4l 'nox. So far, so good. BTW it is black with chrome trim on the mirrors, door handles and vertical side posts. I regularly get comments on what a good looking vehicle it is.
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I really do not think you know what you are talking about
"Horrible service history" I stated 150K miles..no problems ever
"Sucks fuel"?? I get 30 miles to a gallon
"Have fun when it's head gasket time"?? YOU don't belong on here with statements like that
Go wash another car Tech man And check your grammar please
"Horrible service history" I stated 150K miles..no problems ever
"Sucks fuel"?? I get 30 miles to a gallon
"Have fun when it's head gasket time"?? YOU don't belong on here with statements like that
Go wash another car Tech man
And check your grammar pleaseThe
were the only thing in your post that made any sense but your worried about my grammar.Can you just cook my cheeseburger instead of being concerned with me washing cars?
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I really do not think you know what you are talking about
"Horrible service history" I stated 150K miles..no problems ever
"Sucks fuel"?? I get 30 miles to a gallon
"Have fun when it's head gasket time"?? YOU don't belong on here with statements like that
Go wash another car Tech man And check your grammar please
"Horrible service history" I stated 150K miles..no problems ever
"Sucks fuel"?? I get 30 miles to a gallon
"Have fun when it's head gasket time"?? YOU don't belong on here with statements like that
Go wash another car Tech man
And check your grammar please
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If you have any questions in the future, please feel free to contact me.
Louis
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Are you for real
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Thank you for the update and sharing your experience. I am happy to hear you are enjoying your Equinox.
If you have any questions in the future, please feel free to contact me.
Louis
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If you have any questions in the future, please feel free to contact me.
Louis
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Did you even read the post that you have responded to?? NO I did not think so
I traded in the NOX for a 2013 Impala..Great smooth 300HP V6
The Equinox needs more than a little noisy 4Cyl..by far.
The great news: I am totally happy with my Ron Fellows Z06#167
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My apologies, I quoted the wrong user, yet addressed the correct one.
Louis
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I love my Equinox
I have a 2012 1LT and am very happy with it. It gets fantastic gas mileage (I average between 28-30) and the 4cyl engine does not feel underpowered at all. I actually bought the 4cyl over the 6 because I read on some reviews that the tradeoff with gas mileage isn't really worth the performance boost. I also drive in Eco mode all the time, and have no complaints. Also, the sliding rear seat you would think wouldn't be a huge selling point but man have I used that so many times and am thankful I have it, so convenient. That should be standard on all SUVs!
Very happy Equinox owner here.
Very happy Equinox owner here.
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