My new Camaro is bumpy - Page 4 - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

rickerda · 01-02-2011, 10:03 AM

Where are you and what is the weather like? The RS has summer only tires so if it's cold you will feel evet bump

SlingShot · 01-02-2011, 10:15 AM

I would say it's normal ... Both of my cars have a stiff ride compared to a sedan. But the SS is way more stiffer than the LT, no worries ...

fbodfather · 01-02-2011, 10:29 AM

1. -- 36 psi in all tires -- less pressure in radial tires can make a car ride rougher....

2. -- the 20s will ride more firmly - simply because of the profile of the tire -

3. -- lower ambient temps tend to make the Pirellis ride more firm until they warm up

4. -- go drive the competition and I think you'll find that your Camaro rides as good if not better.......

.........it's a Sports Car..........

stikSS · 01-02-2011, 10:34 AM

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Originally Posted by fbodfather

1. -- 36 psi in all tires -- less pressure in radial tires can make a car ride rougher....

2. -- the 20s will ride more firmly - simply because of the profile of the tire -

3. -- lower ambient temps tend to make the Pirellis ride more firm until they warm up

4. -- go drive the competition and I think you'll find that your Camaro rides as good if not better.......

.........it's a Sports Car..........

well....... that sums that up!!

Sent from my EVO 4G

fbodfather · 01-02-2011, 10:34 AM

A note to the original poster........

Your profile says you drive a "2011 Camaro" --

........and you live in the "USA"

That makes many people suspicious as to whether or not you actually own a new Camaro. There are many "Trolls" that come on to boards such as these and make 'statements' ......

I'm not saying you're lying to us - but please understand that your Profile and some of your answers make some eyebrows arch.

If, in fact, you own a new Camaro - welcome! We hope it will be the best car you've ever owned! May I suggest that you update your profile to include the model and color of your new Camaro - perhaps even the transmission............and you might also want to let us know in what city and state you reside.

If you do not own a new Camaro -- well --

Ivas · 01-02-2011, 12:52 PM

Yeah, wass up with the OP? He hasn't responded since Hemlawk insulted his wiener.

*Mr. Wyndham* · 01-02-2011, 12:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ivas

Yeah, wass up with the OP? He hasn't responded since Hemlawk insulted his wiener.

No need to add fuel to the fire....

Ivas · 01-02-2011, 01:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Captain Awesome

I see a lot of good responses here and some doubt or trepidation expressed by the original poster about the answers. Is it possible that the question is not being interpreted by everyone the same way?

Perhaps the original poster could describe what a "Bumpy" ride feels like in other terms or more descriptive language. Compare that to something perhaps that would be considered a "normal" ride or a "non bumpy" ride, for some perspective.

After that, then the answers could be more specific to the issue.

There's bumpy, and then there's BUMPY. Bumpy is how the ride fills when the tires are over feeled and you're on a regular road. BUMPY is how the ride fills when the wife slams inta' the curb or drops hard down inta' a foot deep pothole.

RSokie · 01-02-2011, 02:14 PM

I have the same package and yes it is a little stiff but no harder than my sostice I had.

fireresq157 · 01-02-2011, 06:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Camaro5010

My old car didn't really feel bumpy though

I always noticed when i drove fords the driving comfort in general was good but that's because their suspension is mush they bounced all over it definitely smoothed out the bumps but a great sacrifice to handling..

Lumix · 01-03-2011, 02:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RSokie

I have the same package and yes it is a little stiff but no harder than my sostice I had.

Hey there RSokie,
I also traded solstice for camaro. YOU ARE RIGHT...the sol had one hell of a rough ride. But it was an interesting car. Wish I could have kept both of them. No regrets about going to the camaro though. It rides like a '59 cadillac compared to the solstice.

Revo1 · 01-03-2011, 02:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ivas

There's bumpy, and then there's BUMPY. Bumpy is how the ride fills when the tires are over feeled and you're on a regular road. BUMPY is how the ride fills when the wife slams inta' the curb or drops hard down inta' a foot deep pothole.

............HUH?

stray bullitt · 01-03-2011, 09:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ivas

There's bumpy, and then there's BUMPY. Bumpy is how the ride fills when the tires are over feeled and you're on a regular road. BUMPY is how the ride fills when the wife slams inta' the curb or drops hard down inta' a foot deep pothole.

Ha ha!! I hope your wife doesn't visit this forum.

Ironheadspearo · 01-03-2011, 10:14 AM

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Originally Posted by Camaro5010

Do the 20" wheels and tires make it bumpier?

maybe you should have bought a 1974 cadillac i hear those have a plush ride

01-02-2011, 10:15 AM	#44
SlingShot Drives: 2012 ZL1 - #670 Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Seminole, Fl. Posts: 8,009	I would say it's normal ... Both of my cars have a stiff ride compared to a sedan. But the SS is way more stiffer than the LT, no worries ... __________________

01-02-2011, 10:29 AM	#45
fbodfather Drives: Camaros................ Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Seven Fields, PA (Pittsburgh) Posts: 4,523	1. -- 36 psi in all tires -- less pressure in radial tires can make a car ride rougher.... 2. -- the 20s will ride more firmly - simply because of the profile of the tire - 3. -- lower ambient temps tend to make the Pirellis ride more firm until they warm up 4. -- go drive the competition and I think you'll find that your Camaro rides as good if not better....... .........it's a Sports Car.......... __________________

01-02-2011, 10:34 AM	#47
fbodfather Drives: Camaros................ Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Seven Fields, PA (Pittsburgh) Posts: 4,523	A note to the original poster........ Your profile says you drive a "2011 Camaro" -- ........and you live in the "USA" That makes many people suspicious as to whether or not you actually own a new Camaro. There are many "Trolls" that come on to boards such as these and make 'statements' ...... I'm not saying you're lying to us - but please understand that your Profile and some of your answers make some eyebrows arch. If, in fact, you own a new Camaro - welcome! We hope it will be the best car you've ever owned! May I suggest that you update your profile to include the model and color of your new Camaro - perhaps even the transmission............and you might also want to let us know in what city and state you reside. If you do not own a new Camaro -- well -- __________________

01-02-2011, 02:14 PM	#51
RSokie Proud owner of Litho #195 Drives: 2011 CGM 2LT/RS Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 2,551	I have the same package and yes it is a little stiff but no harder than my sostice I had. __________________ *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*

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01-02-2011, 10:03 AM	#43
rickerda Drives: 2010 Camaro 2LT RS Join Date: May 2009 Location: Chester VA Posts: 513 View My Garage	Where are you and what is the weather like? The RS has summer only tires so if it's cold you will feel evet bump

01-02-2011, 12:52 PM	#48
Ivas el Ruco Drives: 2010 Camaro SS (now runnin' TENS ) Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Fontana, CA Posts: 7,388	Yeah, wass up with the OP? He hasn't responded since Hemlawk insulted his wiener.