kannot Posted November 28, 2018 Author Share Posted November 28, 2018 1 minute ago, superal said: Interesting comment on an upgrade but why not fit a tuning box as opposed to having the ecu remapped which as you say will void the warranty . The box can be easily removed for servicing etc . Also , I am sure you are aware , remapping needs to be carried out by an expert or damage to the engine , transmission and braking systems could occur . Having said all that I have driven the Colorado and found it had all the power that I need , especially on Thailand's roads . I have 2 friends who have new Colorado's up to 2 years old and both are very pleased with the trucks and even get fed by the showroom staff in the customers lounge when they take the motors for servicing . I hope to be a future Colorado owner . Havent made a decision yet on that am waiting to see how it goes after its been run in in a few thousand kilometres. Tuner I looked at was http://www.ecuthailand.com/ I used to get my Uno Turbos chipped way back in the late 80's early 90's, boost increased from about 1 bar to about 1.5 if I remember correctly, used to be fun, never got any damage by increasing hp from 120 to 150 am looking for modest gains from 180 of +20hp to get it up to 200 and torque from 440nm to 500nm But am seeing how it is first. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Issanman Posted November 28, 2018 Share Posted November 28, 2018 On 11/26/2018 at 2:11 PM, transam said: Just for my gray cells, let me know if they still use the AC Delco battery and setup... My 2017 High Country Storm has the AC/Delco battery. The battery tray is about 3 inches longer than the battery. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
transam Posted November 28, 2018 Share Posted November 28, 2018 1 hour ago, mogandave said: I think the “stickers” are different sizes. JCI makes about 80% of the OEM batteries in the world, different colors and labels and whatnot. Weeeeell, my chum tells me that there is a kit out there to be able to fit standard size batteries. It seems GM want you to buy their stuff...???? Perhaps the battery connections are different too. Would love to know.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mogandave Posted November 28, 2018 Share Posted November 28, 2018 Weeeeell, my chum tells me that there is a kit out there to be able to fit standard size batteries. It seems GM want you to buy their stuff...[emoji848] Perhaps the battery connections are different too. Would love to know..Why not have your chum send you a photo of it? How much do you think is to be made selling a battery every few years?GM does not manufacture batteries, they buy them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kannot Posted November 28, 2018 Author Share Posted November 28, 2018 1 hour ago, mogandave said: Why not have your chum send you a photo of it? How much do you think is to be made selling a battery every few years? GM does not manufacture batteries, they buy them. Its all a fiendish plan, actually they have some easy on off connectors you dont need a spanner and as Issan man said the tray can take a much bigger (physically) battery than is installed. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mogandave Posted November 28, 2018 Share Posted November 28, 2018 So does the battery have posts or not? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Issanman Posted November 28, 2018 Share Posted November 28, 2018 16 minutes ago, mogandave said: So does the battery have posts or not? Yes, my 2017 Storm has posts on top. The ground terminal looks to be a quick-release type. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kannot Posted November 28, 2018 Author Share Posted November 28, 2018 50 minutes ago, mogandave said: So does the battery have posts or not? YES. ill take a photo tomorrow if i can remember, but really.............who gives a flying fart about a new battery every 3 years or so? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kannot Posted November 28, 2018 Author Share Posted November 28, 2018 33 minutes ago, Issanman said: Yes, my 2017 Storm has posts on top. The ground terminal looks to be a quick-release type. Positive is also under the red cover Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akirasan Posted November 29, 2018 Share Posted November 29, 2018 21 hours ago, kannot said: Havent made a decision yet on that am waiting to see how it goes after its been run in in a few thousand kilometres. Tuner I looked at was http://www.ecuthailand.com/ I used to get my Uno Turbos chipped way back in the late 80's early 90's, boost increased from about 1 bar to about 1.5 if I remember correctly, used to be fun, never got any damage by increasing hp from 120 to 150 am looking for modest gains from 180 of +20hp to get it up to 200 and torque from 440nm to 500nm But am seeing how it is first. I also recommend Powerlab. They do all the work on my Colorado. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
transam Posted November 29, 2018 Share Posted November 29, 2018 10 hours ago, kannot said: YES. ill take a photo tomorrow if i can remember, but really.............who gives a flying fart about a new battery every 3 years or so? You miss my point that if only a GM battery will fit and you ain't near a GM outlet you may be stranded.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
transam Posted November 29, 2018 Share Posted November 29, 2018 13 hours ago, mogandave said: Why not have your chum send you a photo of it? How much do you think is to be made selling a battery every few years? GM does not manufacture batteries, they buy them. AC Delco is owned by GM.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mogandave Posted November 29, 2018 Share Posted November 29, 2018 You miss my point that if only a GM battery will fit and you ain't near a GM outlet you may be stranded..If they really wanted to lock-in using only their batteries, why not change the voltage? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mogandave Posted November 29, 2018 Share Posted November 29, 2018 AC Delco is owned by GM....Again, they don’t make batteries, they buy them.Delco is a brand, not a company. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mogandave Posted November 29, 2018 Share Posted November 29, 2018 AC Delco is owned by GM....Again, they don’t make batteries, they buy them.Delco is a brand, not a company. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Issanman Posted November 29, 2018 Share Posted November 29, 2018 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
transam Posted November 29, 2018 Share Posted November 29, 2018 7 minutes ago, mogandave said: Again, they don’t make batteries, they buy them. Delco is a brand, not a company. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ACDelco Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mogandave Posted November 29, 2018 Share Posted November 29, 2018 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ACDelcoI know that.But again, they don’t make batteries. They buy them from Johnson Controls.I bought my first Chevy in 1975, you? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mogandave Posted November 29, 2018 Share Posted November 29, 2018 Wow, it looks like any other battery... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
transam Posted November 29, 2018 Share Posted November 29, 2018 3 minutes ago, mogandave said: I know that. But again, they don’t make batteries. They buy them from Johnson Controls. I bought my first Chevy in 1975, you? I don't care who actually produces them Delco, the Delco batteries are made to their (GM) size etc specifications. I have been trying to find out HERE if Chevy now fit batteries of standard size that you can buy anywhere by many a manufacturer... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mogandave Posted November 29, 2018 Share Posted November 29, 2018 I don't care who actually produces them Delco, the Delco batteries are made to their (GM) size etc specifications. I have been trying to find out HERE if Chevy now fit batteries of standard size that you can buy anywhere by many a manufacturer...Well the posts are the same, and it looks like the tray will take three different sizes, yes? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mogandave Posted November 29, 2018 Share Posted November 29, 2018 I was mistaken when I stated GM does not manufacture batteries.They (apparently) do manufacture lithium ion batteries for electric cars. They do not manufacture wet-cell batteries typically used in cars and trucks. The new connectors look like they were developed as a manufacturing cost savings, not to compel customers to buy their batteries. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
transam Posted November 29, 2018 Share Posted November 29, 2018 1 hour ago, mogandave said: Well the posts are the same, and it looks like the tray will take three different sizes, yes? You still don't understand, my friend is a CEO of a well known LOS motoring service outlet. He told me they do not stock batteries for the Colorado because Chevy use an AC Delco that cannot be replaced by stand size batteries that folk stock, they will not fit. On the other hand the Isuzu companion does use a standard fitting battery. All I am trying to find out if the new Colorado uses a standard fit battery. When I was told this I was not told whether the battery connections were different or the tray size dimensions. He did say there was a conversion kit.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mogandave Posted November 29, 2018 Share Posted November 29, 2018 You still don't understand, my friend is a CEO of a well known LOS motoring service outlet. He told me they do not stock batteries for the Colorado because Chevy use an AC Delco that cannot be replaced by stand size batteries that folk stock, they will not fit. On the other hand the Isuzu companion does use a standard fitting battery. All I am trying to find out if the new Colorado uses a standard fit battery. When I was told this I was not told whether the battery connections were different or the tray size dimensions. He did say there was a conversion kit..Just because I do not believe this to be true does not mean I do not understand what you are saying. The battery has replaced same connections and a similarly sized tray with (apparently) an adjustable hold-down. Visiting my buddy Tuesday I noticed a few new Chevy Baht-busses. Someone should tell them.... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kannot Posted November 29, 2018 Author Share Posted November 29, 2018 6 hours ago, transam said: I don't care who actually produces them Delco, the Delco batteries are made to their (GM) size etc specifications. I have been trying to find out HERE if Chevy now fit batteries of standard size that you can buy anywhere by many a manufacturer... are you thinking of buying one too???? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kannot Posted November 30, 2018 Author Share Posted November 30, 2018 OK so did you break in your new car? no mention in the English handbook printed in Bangkok..........American 2.8 diesel ( 2.5 Thailand) says below 55mph for 500 miles and no thrashing hard starts etc.............. all Ive done is keep it below 2500rpm which is well over 55mph here in top gear. Now I know many say "no need " these days but some still say to do it, I dont go much with this "hard break in " stuff either, I just vary revs and never stay at one speed for more than a minute or so. Done 380km so far mostly at night as easier. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
transam Posted November 30, 2018 Share Posted November 30, 2018 26 minutes ago, kannot said: OK so did you break in your new car? no mention in the English handbook printed in Bangkok..........American 2.8 diesel ( 2.5 Thailand) says below 55mph for 500 miles and no thrashing hard starts etc.............. all Ive done is keep it below 2500rpm which is well over 55mph here in top gear. Now I know many say "no need " these days but some still say to do it, I dont go much with this "hard break in " stuff either, I just vary revs and never stay at one speed for more than a minute or so. Done 380km so far mostly at night as easier. The old school way of thinking I reckon pays off in the long run.... If me I would change the oil at 1000km, but then I am old school..???? When I bought my truck I told them to change the oil at 1000km...They said NO...I said just change the oil, comprende...☺️ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mogandave Posted November 30, 2018 Share Posted November 30, 2018 Yeah, I had Toyota change the oil at the 500 (1,000?) km check. I would try to run a diesel at or under 2,100 for the first 500 km. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sirineou Posted December 1, 2018 Share Posted December 1, 2018 On 11/27/2018 at 6:28 AM, kannot said: ahem, with the "better wheels" imo. Spent the afternoon polishing it with some Autoglym I brought from the UK as expensive in Thailand............the paintwork is by far the best out of all the other manufacturers here, glad i didnt get the Ford it really is 3rd rate paintwork, close up of reflection in paint, compared to Ranger just cack Very Happy so far. Certainly a good looking rig!!! Good luck with it. Most likely, SWABO will not let me get one, but I am using by considerable charm skills to wear her down (I know if I am depending on my charm I am in trouble ???? ) And don't tell me to grow a pair, I Checked them in at the door when I said "I do" LOL A couple of questions, why don't the have the corner steps on the rear bumper in Thailand, or are they aftermarket options in Thailand" IMO they are more useful than the center step , because the center step gets covered by the tailgate, when the tailgate is down And second question , Not enough cup holders in my opinion, I think I only noticed one in the center console. You mentioned getting extra cup holders as perks from the dealer, are these cupholders build in? perhaps in the rear seat armrest? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mogandave Posted December 1, 2018 Share Posted December 1, 2018 One thing nice about the Isuzu was the cup holders.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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