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pnwdan · 09-17-2018, 11:58 AM

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Originally Posted by chevelless502

I am. Ive seen it done many times by others. I know just cause others do it doesnt mean its right but ive not heard of this issue on the same set ups.

Its entirely possible that squeezing those wide tires on those OEM wheels caused them to expand in diameter large enough to be registered as a difference

Talladega · 09-17-2018, 01:31 PM

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Originally Posted by pnwdan

Its entirely possible that squeezing those wide tires on those OEM wheels caused them to expand in diameter large enough to be registered as a difference

This right here is likely your problem. You shoved a tire too wide on a rim so the rubber has to go somewhere. It's only option is out, making the tire a slightly larger diameter and thus screwing up your car's brain.

rontammy0 · 09-17-2018, 01:55 PM

Op see if you can pm members that have your tire width on stock rims. From all the debate over the years I recall many posts about wide tires on stock rims with no issues. 315 are certainly wide but its worth talking to people that have done what your doing and see if they have had similar issues.

pnwdan · 09-17-2018, 02:02 PM

Also remember that one brand of a 315 wide tire may be significantly different in width than another. Not all tires are actually the same

HDRDTD · 09-17-2018, 02:32 PM

315's should be mounted on at least a 11" rim.

15RS2NV · 09-17-2018, 06:38 PM

I'm staggered, no issues.

Are the new tires on old wheels balanced? Just thinking, i work at a shop and we see people who have a buddy put the tires on, but doesn't have a balancing machine.

canadian ss · 09-18-2018, 11:44 AM

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Originally Posted by 15RS2NV

I'm staggered, no issues.

Are the new tires on old wheels balanced? Just thinking, i work at a shop and we see people who have a buddy put the tires on, but doesn't have a balancing machine.

A balance problem wouldnt put the car in limp mode.

canadian ss · 09-18-2018, 11:45 AM

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Originally Posted by chevelless502

Last week i put a pair of 315/35R20 tires on the rear of my 2010 SS. After i got them on i took it for a test drive. The first time i pulled out on the highway and started to shift thru the gears i got a reduced engine power warning and the traction light came on. I took it home and reset the code with my scanner. Drove it again and was fine that day. Next day i had it out and same issue. It will come and go now. I checked the speed with my gps and its right on the money. Think its the tires or is it just a coincidence and i have other issues?

Can you get the car scanned?

If you have a Limp mode message, there will be a code in the computer telling you where the problem is.

I really dont think its your tires.

chevelless502 · 09-18-2018, 12:25 PM

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Originally Posted by canadian ss

Can you get the car scanned?

If you have a Limp mode message, there will be a code in the computer telling you where the problem is.

I really dont think its your tires.

I agree i dont think its a tire issue either. It will do it right off sometimes when i start the car and barely begin to move. One time a P2138 code came up when i scanned it. But other times it doesnt show any codes just that its in limp mode.

acammer · 09-18-2018, 12:54 PM

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Originally Posted by chevelless502

I agree i dont think its a tire issue either. It will do it right off sometimes when i start the car and barely begin to move. One time a P2138 code came up when i scanned it. But other times it doesnt show any codes just that its in limp mode.

That code is often associated with a throttle controller. Unhook that thing and see if your issue clears up - I bet it will. After a while, you'll just learn to step on the pedal harder...

chevelless502 · 09-20-2018, 01:09 AM

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Originally Posted by acammer

That code is often associated with a throttle controller. Unhook that thing and see if your issue clears up - I bet it will. After a while, you'll just learn to step on the pedal harder...

I took the controller off and the problem went away.
Thank you for all the ideas and suggestions and help!

Andy

camguynj · 09-20-2018, 04:52 AM

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Originally Posted by chevelless502

I took the controller off and the problem went away.
Thank you for all the ideas and suggestions and help!

Andy

just curious, what setting did you have the TC set to ?

Rock-It Man · 09-20-2018, 07:21 AM

The throttle controller is snake oil.

It doesn't do anything that a heavier foot can't do. It doesn't "go to eleven".

acammer · 09-20-2018, 07:32 AM

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Originally Posted by chevelless502

I took the controller off and the problem went away.
Thank you for all the ideas and suggestions and help!

Andy

Excellent - glad that solved it for you. I can understand why people like those things - I've driven by buddies car with one and it changes the feel a bit. But ultimately, there is no gain, it's just a perception thing.

09-17-2018, 02:02 PM	#18
pnwdan Drives: 2014 2SS/RS Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Washington Posts: 848	Also remember that one brand of a 315 wide tire may be significantly different in width than another. Not all tires are actually the same __________________ 2014 2SS/RS LS3/M6

09-17-2018, 06:38 PM	#20
15RS2NV Ponies are for girls Drives: 2015 RS LFX Red Hot A6 Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: Southern AZ Posts: 315 View My Garage	I'm staggered, no issues. Are the new tires on old wheels balanced? Just thinking, i work at a shop and we see people who have a buddy put the tires on, but doesn't have a balancing machine. __________________ H&R 1.8/1.7” drop, Overkill 80mm + intake ported by AFS, 1" insulator MACE, Accel Super Coils, THR cai, JET MAF sensor, Hurst shifter handle, GPP strut tower brace, CI ice cube tray hood vents (functional) @SemperFiCamaro

09-17-2018, 01:55 PM	#17
rontammy0 Account Suspended Drives: 2011 2SS/ RS INFERNO ORANGE L99 Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Alliston Ontario Canada Posts: 9,057 View My Garage	Op see if you can pm members that have your tire width on stock rims. From all the debate over the years I recall many posts about wide tires on stock rims with no issues. 315 are certainly wide but its worth talking to people that have done what your doing and see if they have had similar issues.

09-17-2018, 02:32 PM	#19
HDRDTD Drives: 2013 Triple Black ZL1 Vert M6 ECF Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Trenton, Michigan Posts: 7,047	315's should be mounted on at least a 11" rim.

09-20-2018, 07:21 AM	#27
Rock-It Man 376 cubic inches of fun Drives: 2023 Camaro ZL1 A10 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: MA Posts: 4,028 View My Garage	The throttle controller is snake oil. It doesn't do anything that a heavier foot can't do. It doesn't "go to eleven".