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Donlen's is reporting Sonic 2013 Model Year orders may be entered 06/14/2012 and production is scheduled to start on 08/06/2012. These dates are tentative but historically pretty predictive. And, final date for ordering model year 2012 Sonics is 05/31/2012. Laborsmith

I had the opportunity to drive Dave Michel's Sonic with the exhaust/intake but before the tune, and liked the result enough to order just as soon as the choice came on line. Also, Solo is highly regarded in the Camaro community, which I admit factored in my decision. Laborsmith

After I put my deposit down for the Pedders I received an email from DGR indicating their version is in the final approval stage. Right now there is nothing for the Sonic on their site: dgrsuspensionDOTcom CAUTION, MAY NOT BE WORK SAFE TO OPEN! It is good the Sonic is attracting some attention...

If this works, there should be two pictures. Laborsmith

SAAB Auto actually filed for bankruptcy today, bringing to a close many months of brinksmanship as well as the demise of a 60 year old company. My favorite car as it came from the factory was a 1974 Baja Red SAAB Sonett III which I drove for half a dozen years until it was rear ended while I...

LTZ Turbo Constraint Reconstituted I just left GMConnects where I noted the constraint on the LTZ Turbo has reappeared, less than four weeks pending engineering validation. It is constraint 1041, the same number that applied to the LTZ Turbo from the end of August thru October. Does not say...

For anyone interested, the Camaro5 Forum has an excellent discussion going on now regarding the differences and the benefits of the two choices. It is located in the Suspension / Brakes / and Chassis section of the Technical Topics. On the second page, JusticePete has links to several SEMA...

I can describe what is on one but not post a copy, At the Top normal stuff like VIN and Dealer/BAC Code COLUMN ONE (of three) Tire pressures and ambient temp when taken Power mirrors (if equipped) Seats, all Check material, operation, and that removable seats are properly secured Seat Belts...

I had planned to install an electronically controlled diverter, but examining the exhaust, there is no straight area long enough for clamping one in and the two places where it is straight enough to weld one in are next to the gas tank. So, a change of muffler is in order. No straight pipe for...

Questions regarding Chevy Sonic QC have arisen, and I will try to put this process in a context that can be understood, with the proviso much of this is conjecture based on my observations. Any person with knowledge please correct me where I am wrong, I will not be offended. First, Chevy QC is...

I had planned to go for the Ace Custom Wheels steering wheel but it appears the company has gone out of business. I know the LTZ wheel is a direct swap and that may be what I will do, but if anyone is aware of someone other than Grants or DMS I would appreciate the info. Laborsmith

Moderators: Please sticky when you get a chance. I and others have made many references to GMConnects. Earlier today one of the Founder/Administrators posted the following when responding to a question about the service the site provides, and I am copying it here because I believe this...

I talked to Dave from Stone Autosports regarding the OEM looking boost guage he is developing for the Cruze. It sounds feasible for the Sonic. Here is their web page: Coming Soon There is extensive discussion of this product on Cruzetalk if anyone wants to take a look. Laborsmith

https://www.gm.ca/media/vehicles/current/chevrolet/sonic/Sonic_Brochure_EN.pdf Hope this works. Very interesting, particularly the differences. Laborsmith

Caught this on GMInsideNews. The discussion following the video includes a reference to Katech doing engine work on the 1.4T. I can only hope, but if they do something and GM releases it I will be all over it, particularly if it comes in Competition or Velocity Yellow. Chevy Sonic 0-60 - GM...

As anyone who has looked for aftermarket wheels for the Sonic has discovered, the PCD 5/105 limits choices. I found this on Cruzetalk: Team Dynamics wheels have a fitment - Chevy Cruze Forum : Chevrolet Cruze Forums Also, on Canadian Chevrolet web site, the 17" optional wheels are 7.5 inches...

Found this on GMInsideNews. TtR2uIhTsgw Found it quite interesting, especially the segment going around the edge of the Haight=Ashbury. Yes, I was at one time a practicing hippy. Some would say I have never stopped practicing. Laborsmith

The new Autoweek (09/19/2011) has a nice presentation of the Sonic in an extended ad from Chevrolet. Also, Autoweek has a nice writeup of a production Sonic. 2012 Chevrolet Sonic, an Autoweek Flash Drive Car Review - Autoweek By the way, notice the curb weights at the end of the article...

If I read this right, both Sonic engines are based on hollow blocked cast iron engine blocks. I have been under the impression the 1.8 sported an aluminum block for weight savings. News Detail Laborsmith

There are a couple threads on Cruze talk indicating Chevy is sending a letter to Cruze owners telling them not to dinghy tow. The Sonic Owners Manual on page 10-78 has specific instructions on how to dinghy tow the Sonic. The instructions read almost word for word what the thread says the...