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pcrdude · 10-06-2011, 12:51 PM

Who here has driven a pre 2012 SS with an FE3 suspension, and a 2012 SS with the FE4 suspension that can give a description of the differences. I know what the changes are, but would like to know how it feels from someone who has driven both.

The rags say some things, but I trust the SOTP analysis here better.

snizzle · 10-06-2011, 01:21 PM

+1, i'd love to hear this too. From what I understand there are subtle differences but apparently enough to warrant a new suspension code.

dudemangod · 10-06-2011, 02:04 PM

I drove the 2010-11 about 3 or 4 times. I just picked up my 2012 SS a few days ago. I was able to feel the difference right away.

It's hard to describe other than saying it's just better.

It felt more planted, less floaty, bits harder into the corners. Just feels more confident.

I'm sure the same or better can be achieved on a 2010-11 with some aftermarket stuff, but I'm glad I got the FE4.

pcrdude · 10-06-2011, 03:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dudemangod

I drove the 2010-11 about 3 or 4 times. I just picked up my 2012 SS a few days ago. I was able to feel the difference right away.

It's hard to describe other than saying it's just better.

It felt more planted, less floaty, bits harder into the corners. Just feels more confident.

I'm sure the same or better can be achieved on a 2010-11 with some aftermarket stuff, but I'm glad I got the FE4.

Thanks. That is what I'm looking for.

Other responses?

Please

pcrdude · 10-07-2011, 10:42 AM

No one else?

VR Baron · 10-18-2011, 09:46 PM

O.K. Same here. cant compare the two but what Dudemangod said sums it up. I think mainly do to the firmer shocks

Raptor626 · 10-18-2011, 10:02 PM

Yea, suspension tweaks are great, but that steering wheel kills it for me. I'm glad I got a 2011 for that alone.

2ss-booya · 10-18-2011, 10:12 PM

god the steering wheel debacle never ends...i had a 10' ss and now have a 12' ss...suspension is definitely improved, and for the steering wheel, yes if it said camaro it would be nice..but the feel of the 12 wheel is much nicer for those of us who dont have gorilla hands.

Raptor626 · 10-18-2011, 10:21 PM

Lmao, I just had to mention it.

VR Baron · 10-18-2011, 10:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Raptor626

Lmao, I just had to mention it.

Dont do that

, we have one thread and thats enough! Seriously I like the new wheel better. More comfortable and while only about 3/8" smaller in diameter looks and feels smaller then that.

2SSRS@Gen5diy · 10-18-2011, 10:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 2ss-booya

god the steering wheel debacle never ends...i had a 10' ss and now have a 12' ss...suspension is definitely improved, and for the steering wheel, yes if it said camaro it would be nice..but the feel of the 12 wheel is much nicer for those of us who dont have gorilla hands.

can you post the pics i need of the wheel?

10-06-2011, 12:51 PM	#1
pcrdude Drives: 2012 2SS/RS LS3 M6 Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Saint Louis Posts: 233	2012 SS FE4 Suspension Who here has driven a pre 2012 SS with an FE3 suspension, and a 2012 SS with the FE4 suspension that can give a description of the differences. I know what the changes are, but would like to know how it feels from someone who has driven both. The rags say some things, but I trust the SOTP analysis here better. __________________ My other ride.

10-07-2011, 10:42 AM	#5
pcrdude Drives: 2012 2SS/RS LS3 M6 Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Saint Louis Posts: 233	No one else? __________________ My other ride.

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10-06-2011, 01:21 PM	#2
snizzle Recalled user Drives: '12 Camaro SS, '18 Colorado Z71 Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Richmond, VA Posts: 3,425	+1, i'd love to hear this too. From what I understand there are subtle differences but apparently enough to warrant a new suspension code.

10-06-2011, 02:04 PM	#3
dudemangod Drives: 2012 SS Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Florida Posts: 121	I drove the 2010-11 about 3 or 4 times. I just picked up my 2012 SS a few days ago. I was able to feel the difference right away. It's hard to describe other than saying it's just better. It felt more planted, less floaty, bits harder into the corners. Just feels more confident. I'm sure the same or better can be achieved on a 2010-11 with some aftermarket stuff, but I'm glad I got the FE4.

10-18-2011, 09:46 PM	#6
VR Baron SoCal Camaro5 Race Team Drives: 2021 Shadow Grey Camaro 2SS 1LE Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: SO CAL Posts: 14,297	O.K. Same here. cant compare the two but what Dudemangod said sums it up. I think mainly do to the firmer shocks

10-18-2011, 10:02 PM	#7
Raptor626 Account Suspended Drives: 2011 Camaro SS Summit White Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Astoria, New York Posts: 796	Yea, suspension tweaks are great, but that steering wheel kills it for me. I'm glad I got a 2011 for that alone.

10-18-2011, 10:12 PM	#8
2ss-booya Drives: 2015 SS Sedan M6 Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 1,086	god the steering wheel debacle never ends...i had a 10' ss and now have a 12' ss...suspension is definitely improved, and for the steering wheel, yes if it said camaro it would be nice..but the feel of the 12 wheel is much nicer for those of us who dont have gorilla hands.

10-18-2011, 10:21 PM	#9
Raptor626 Account Suspended Drives: 2011 Camaro SS Summit White Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Astoria, New York Posts: 796	Lmao, I just had to mention it.