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ZL1-V · 01-29-2013, 01:03 AM

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Originally Posted by DangerZL1

So PTM 1 exerts tighter control than the default mode? If so, I'll try it in the cold. I wonder sometimes if the traction controls even works on this car.

It works it's just dealing with a lot of torque. I tested it a couple of days ago when the temparature was around mid 70's. I took off normally and around 25 mph I gave it some serious throttle and you could hear the tires squeal and see the icon light up. I could feel the T/C trying to compensate.

lopoetve · 01-30-2013, 01:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DangerZL1

So PTM 1 exerts tighter control than the default mode? If so, I'll try it in the cold. I wonder sometimes if the traction controls even works on this car.

Significantly.

DangerZL1 · 01-30-2013, 04:01 PM

Thanks! I'll turn it own when I drive it this weekend. I wish you could choose the default start mode especially for safety reasons.

BlackinBlack · 01-30-2013, 04:55 PM

I use:

Sport/Tour when lazy

PTM1 when raining/cold

PTM4 dry and having fun.

Flavorwrench · 02-06-2013, 09:46 PM

PTM 3 is really helping me understand the technology. The idea of maintaining my intended path and letting the computer deal with the variables is completely opposite of my natural instinct to correct. It's almost video game like when you stay in it past where the computer straightens you out. I took my buddy for a ride a few days ago and he commented on how I used the PTM modes saying "It's good to see you using the technology." You learn real quick that shifting this car under boost if done incorrectly just about launches you out of the seat through the front window, embarrassing with passengers.

DarthMaul · 02-07-2013, 09:34 AM

well i just finished breaking in the engine and tried a couple of modes. i tried PTM 3 which was good, but preferred PTM 4 in my opinion it gives you more control over the car which i like. i havent tried PTM 5 yet but i am willing to try it soon.

s/c ss · 02-07-2013, 02:22 PM

Glad to see you guys are still posting what "mode" you drive in. Seems there are some good reasons to use certain modes.

c4maroboy · 02-07-2013, 05:16 PM

ive yet to finish the break in period due to weather, so ive been in tour 99% of the time

mmarx82 · 02-08-2013, 09:21 AM

i run tour mode for DD use and i use PTM 3 at the track which saved my butt once already so glad I didn't have it in mode 5...

IcePick06 · 02-09-2013, 02:41 PM

I don't even use the PTM modes on the street, I find it cuts your power way too much. Sometimes, in the canyons I keep it on PTM 3 or 4 but it's rare. The only PTM mode I use often is PTM 1 for rain.

fredzl1 · 02-13-2013, 11:57 PM

hey guys I wondered where the real power was until I found a thread about holding the buttons down for 5 seconds and truly cutting it all off.breaks sideways at 40 mph , spins from a stop till you let off, feels like 580 hp. I dont drive that way much but it made me feel like I truly got what I paid for. Enjoy at your own risk

01-30-2013, 04:55 PM	#32
BlackinBlack Drives: 2016 Corvette Z06 Blade Silver Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Florida Posts: 822	I use: Sport/Tour when lazy PTM1 when raining/cold PTM4 dry and having fun. __________________ 2016 2LZ Z06 Blade Silver 2013 ZL1 BLACK on BLACK <SOLD> Roto-Fab CAI 2010 2SS/RS BLACK on BLACK <SOLD> 3" MBRP 304 Stainless Exhaust Roto-Fab CAI

02-07-2013, 02:22 PM	#35
s/c ss Drives: 13 ZL1, 10 Silverado LTZ, Chopper Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Pittsbugh,PA Posts: 743 View My Garage	Glad to see you guys are still posting what "mode" you drive in. Seems there are some good reasons to use certain modes. __________________

02-07-2013, 05:16 PM	#36
c4maroboy [HOONIGAN] Drives: 2012 ZL1 #1848[The HOONIGAN MOBILE] Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 639	ive yet to finish the break in period due to weather, so ive been in tour 99% of the time __________________ 2012 ZL1 BLack M6 ECF

02-08-2013, 09:21 AM	#37
mmarx82 Drives: '12 ZL1 #1609 Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Georgia Posts: 1,762	i run tour mode for DD use and i use PTM 3 at the track which saved my butt once already so glad I didn't have it in mode 5... __________________ Life is too short to drive cars that suck. My build Thread

02-09-2013, 02:41 PM	#38
IcePick06 Drives: '12 AGM ZL1 (SOLD); '07 Ducati 1098 Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Tha OCizzle Posts: 731	I don't even use the PTM modes on the street, I find it cuts your power way too much. Sometimes, in the canyons I keep it on PTM 3 or 4 but it's rare. The only PTM mode I use often is PTM 1 for rain. __________________ My Toys: 2019 Audi RS5 Sportback 2007 Triumph Thruxton R 2012 ZL1 Coupe (M6) #80 (SOLD) 2007 Ducati 1098 (SOLD) 2006 Yamaha R6 (Track/Race Only )

01-30-2013, 04:01 PM	#31
DangerZL1 Drives: 2023 Black ZL1 Auto Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: FEMA Region 4 Posts: 2,936	Thanks! I'll turn it own when I drive it this weekend. I wish you could choose the default start mode especially for safety reasons.

02-06-2013, 09:46 PM	#33
Flavorwrench Drives: 2012 ZL1 & 67 RS-SS TwinTurbo Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Washington State Posts: 147	PTM 3 is really helping me understand the technology. The idea of maintaining my intended path and letting the computer deal with the variables is completely opposite of my natural instinct to correct. It's almost video game like when you stay in it past where the computer straightens you out. I took my buddy for a ride a few days ago and he commented on how I used the PTM modes saying "It's good to see you using the technology." You learn real quick that shifting this car under boost if done incorrectly just about launches you out of the seat through the front window, embarrassing with passengers.

02-07-2013, 09:34 AM	#34
DarthMaul Drives: Camaro ZL1 Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Abu Dhabi Posts: 18	well i just finished breaking in the engine and tried a couple of modes. i tried PTM 3 which was good, but preferred PTM 4 in my opinion it gives you more control over the car which i like. i havent tried PTM 5 yet but i am willing to try it soon.

02-13-2013, 11:57 PM	#39
fredzl1 Drives: 69 Camaro .73z28. ZL1 ordered Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: east,va Posts: 41	hey guys I wondered where the real power was until I found a thread about holding the buttons down for 5 seconds and truly cutting it all off.breaks sideways at 40 mph , spins from a stop till you let off, feels like 580 hp. I dont drive that way much but it made me feel like I truly got what I paid for. Enjoy at your own risk