Acceleration problem with my new Camaro - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

maverickmage · 07-04-2011, 02:06 AM

I bought a Camaro about a week ago and I'm just realizing that there might be an acceleration problem with my new baby. Every single time I take her out for a drive, I look down only to realize that I'm accelerating significantly over the speed limit. I don't know why it keeps happening, but I swear it happens every single time.

Another problem... Why just today, I was driving to church. I must have taken the same freeways and stretches of roads over a hundred times before. I should be able to get there with my eyes closed. But today was different. It was a beautiful sunny californian weather, long (relatively) empty stretch of highway... The next thing I know, I'm seeing landmarks that I haven't ever seen before. I had to get off the next exit and take out my gps to see just how far off course I've driven myself.

That acceleration problem... do you think I could have gotten a lemon? And that temporary loss of awareness, could it be from the poisonous fumes of a new car? What should I do to fix these problems?

Cambro111 · 07-04-2011, 02:16 AM

What you have is a common ailment called Driverticulytus. It comes from an overabundance of adrenaline associated with having a hot-ass car. You could go see a doctor but he would just tell you the same thing I will- drive lots more!

Iroczlover · 07-04-2011, 02:39 AM

The dr would most likely suggest that HE (the dr) drives the car to see if he has the same problem lol.

woolfman72 · 07-04-2011, 06:12 AM

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Originally Posted by Iroczlover

The dr would most likely suggest that HE (the dr) drives the car to see if he has the same problem lol.

RSokie · 07-04-2011, 07:11 AM

They have a new medication for the problem. The only problem is they have not perfected it yet, it seems it has caused a hardening of the accelerator leg is called "Drivagra".

The side effects are as follows:
Seek medicall attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur when using Drivagra:

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); chest pain; fainting; fast or irregular heartbeat; memory loss; numbness of an arm or leg; one-sided weakness; painful or prolonged stiffness in accel leg; ringing in the ears; seizure; severe or persistent dizziness; severe or persistent vision changes; sudden decrease or loss of hearing; sudden decrease or loss of vision in one or both eyes

cleanwhiteSS · 07-04-2011, 07:19 AM

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Originally Posted by RSokie

They have a new medication for the problem. The only problem is they have not perfected it yet, it seems it has caused a hardening of the accelerator leg is called "Drivagra".

The side effects are as follows:
Seek medicall attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur when using Driviagra:

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); chest pain; fainting; fast or irregular heartbeat; memory loss; numbness of an arm or leg; one-sided weakness; painful or prolonged stiffness in accel leg; ringing in the ears; seizure; severe or persistent dizziness; severe or persistent vision changes; sudden decrease or loss of hearing; sudden decrease or loss of vision in one or both eyes

And if your driving for more then 4 hours call your friends and tell them how cool it is.

maverickmage · 07-04-2011, 09:26 AM

Well, I just came back from the doctor as was recommended... He asked for my auto-medical history. When I told him that I drove a Prius before this one and never felt like this before, he gave me a look and slapped me across the face. Then he told me that what I was experiencing were symptoms of me growing a pair.

lol. Seriously though... moving from the Prius to the Camaro. The power is so effortless. It feeeelllsss sooooooo gooood.......

stevea · 07-04-2011, 09:32 AM

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I bought a Camaro about a week ago and I'm just realizing that there might be an acceleration problem with my new baby. Every single time I take her out for a drive, I look down only to realize that I'm accelerating significantly over the speed limit. I don't know why it keeps happening, but I swear it happens every single time.

The flashing blue lights in your rear view mirror is a sure cure.

Angrybird 12 · 07-04-2011, 10:24 AM

Good thing the OP just got the V6.. could you imagine how big his problem would be with a SS????

I noticed the same problem, especially getting on the Interstate, I find by the end of the on-ramp I am past the speed limit and need to slow down to merge with traffic..

oldfriend · 07-04-2011, 10:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by maverickmage

I bought a Camaro about a week ago and I'm just realizing that there might be an acceleration problem with my new baby. Every single time I take her out for a drive, I look down only to realize that I'm accelerating significantly over the speed limit. I don't know why it keeps happening, but I swear it happens every single time.

Another problem... Why just today, I was driving to church. I must have taken the same freeways and stretches of roads over a hundred times before. I should be able to get there with my eyes closed. But today was different. It was a beautiful sunny californian weather, long (relatively) empty stretch of highway... The next thing I know, I'm seeing landmarks that I haven't ever seen before. I had to get off the next exit and take out my gps to see just how far off course I've driven myself.

That acceleration problem... do you think I could have gotten a lemon? And that temporary loss of awareness, could it be from the poisonous fumes of a new car? What should I do to fix these problems?

Most likely you got a orange , not a lemon , second, yes there is a problem with you right foot , it is abnormally heavy , on the other hand it is easy to fix , just make a call to 1900 1DRPHIL ,and just tell him that i send you there

jshaf · 07-04-2011, 10:32 AM

as long as you have the third symptom, that being permagrin then you are probably going to be ok but unfortunitely there is no cure and will have to "live" with it for an extended period of time. enjoy

camaroqueen · 07-04-2011, 10:39 AM

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Originally Posted by maverickmage

That acceleration problem... do you think I could have gotten a lemon? And that temporary loss of awareness, could it be from the poisonous fumes of a new car? What should I do to fix these problems?

Cute!

I do believe "most" of us has had a similiar ailment!
Unfortunately, as stevea has pointed out, the flashing blue lights tend to cure the acceleration problem....... temporarily!

GearHeadPeter · 07-04-2011, 10:43 AM

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Originally Posted by maverickmage

Well, I just came back from the doctor as was recommended... He asked for my auto-medical history. When I told him that I drove a Prius before this one and never felt like this before, he gave me a look and slapped me across the face. Then he told me that what I was experiencing were symptoms of me growing a pair.

lol. Seriously though... moving from the Prius to the Camaro. The power is so effortless. It feeeelllsss sooooooo gooood.......

Hey at least you got rid of the Prius (Pius) and decided to save your dignity.

Yes, power corrupts and it feels so good, like I knew it would.

seminolejon · 07-04-2011, 10:45 AM

I know the feeling. I just got my camaro a month ago after driving a 4 cylinder toyota truck for 8 years.

07-04-2011, 02:06 AM	#1
maverickmage Drives: Camaro V6 LS Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: SoCal Posts: 81	Acceleration problem with my new Camaro I bought a Camaro about a week ago and I'm just realizing that there might be an acceleration problem with my new baby. Every single time I take her out for a drive, I look down only to realize that I'm accelerating significantly over the speed limit. I don't know why it keeps happening, but I swear it happens every single time. Another problem... Why just today, I was driving to church. I must have taken the same freeways and stretches of roads over a hundred times before. I should be able to get there with my eyes closed. But today was different. It was a beautiful sunny californian weather, long (relatively) empty stretch of highway... The next thing I know, I'm seeing landmarks that I haven't ever seen before. I had to get off the next exit and take out my gps to see just how far off course I've driven myself. That acceleration problem... do you think I could have gotten a lemon? And that temporary loss of awareness, could it be from the poisonous fumes of a new car? What should I do to fix these problems?

07-04-2011, 02:39 AM	#3
Iroczlover The Krazzy bytch Drives: Which car I have 9 vehicles? Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Yelm, wa, Hell if I think about it to much Posts: 7,919	The dr would most likely suggest that HE (the dr) drives the car to see if he has the same problem lol. __________________ Heart breaks everyday when you cant take care of your family because you are unemployed, cant give your family what you want or what they need I am not a man I have boobies. Cars are like women, If you treat her rough shes going to complain & you will hear about it. If you treat her right she will purrrrrrrrrrrrr Current cars owned , 72 Skylark vert,86 fiero GT Sold , 87 Iroc-z (sold), 90 Vette Vert SOLD , 95 Z28, 99 Silverado K1500 Totaled, 2010 CGM Camaro 2ss/rs (had to sell & I hate it ) ,2012 Cruze LT repoed. Current current list lol 2006 Silverado 2500hd.

07-04-2011, 07:11 AM	#5
RSokie Proud owner of Litho #195 Drives: 2011 CGM 2LT/RS Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 2,551	They have a new medication for the problem. The only problem is they have not perfected it yet, it seems it has caused a hardening of the accelerator leg is called "Drivagra". The side effects are as follows: Seek medicall attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur when using Drivagra: Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); chest pain; fainting; fast or irregular heartbeat; memory loss; numbness of an arm or leg; one-sided weakness; painful or prolonged stiffness in accel leg; ringing in the ears; seizure; severe or persistent dizziness; severe or persistent vision changes; sudden decrease or loss of hearing; sudden decrease or loss of vision in one or both eyes __________________ *Mods:http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?p=3139029#post3139029* *Team LLT Social Group Link:http://www.camaro5.com/forums/group.php?groupid=256* Last edited by RSokie; 07-04-2011 at 07:22 AM.

07-04-2011, 10:24 AM	#9
Angrybird 12 7 year Cancer Survivor! Drives: 17 Cruze RS, 07 G6 GT, 99 Astro Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: East Tennessee Posts: 21,547	Good thing the OP just got the V6.. could you imagine how big his problem would be with a SS???? I noticed the same problem, especially getting on the Interstate, I find by the end of the on-ramp I am past the speed limit and need to slow down to merge with traffic.. __________________ Cancer's a bitch! Enjoy life while you can! LIVE, LOVE, DRIVE... The Bird is the word!

07-04-2011, 10:32 AM	#11
jshaf Montani Semper Liberi Drives: 2011 Black 2SS/RS w/ IOM stripes Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Masontown, WV Posts: 4,841	as long as you have the third symptom, that being permagrin then you are probably going to be ok but unfortunitely there is no cure and will have to "live" with it for an extended period of time. enjoy __________________ Stainless Works 1 7/8 Long Tude Headers, Stainless Works High Flow Cats, Stainless Works Retro Chambered Catback, Z/28 Air Intake, RDP Tuned, FR41 Chrome Rims, 1100W stereo, 35% Tint

07-04-2011, 02:16 AM	#2
Cambro111 Drives: 2010 Cyber Gray 2SS Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: SoCal Posts: 19	What you have is a common ailment called Driverticulytus. It comes from an overabundance of adrenaline associated with having a hot-ass car. You could go see a doctor but he would just tell you the same thing I will- drive lots more!

07-04-2011, 09:26 AM	#7
maverickmage Drives: Camaro V6 LS Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: SoCal Posts: 81	Well, I just came back from the doctor as was recommended... He asked for my auto-medical history. When I told him that I drove a Prius before this one and never felt like this before, he gave me a look and slapped me across the face. Then he told me that what I was experiencing were symptoms of me growing a pair. lol. Seriously though... moving from the Prius to the Camaro. The power is so effortless. It feeeelllsss sooooooo gooood.......

07-04-2011, 10:45 AM	#14
seminolejon Drives: 2011 2LS V6 Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Tampa, Florida Posts: 168	I know the feeling. I just got my camaro a month ago after driving a 4 cylinder toyota truck for 8 years.

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