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Old 07-09-2014, 07:19 PM   #1
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Numb steering

I hears some where that there were some technical bulletins to address numb steering in early cars? I have a 2010 production 2011 model year and some times it feels very numb. Is there some thing I can do?
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Old 07-10-2014, 10:21 AM   #2
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I do not know about the TSBs, but a performance alignment will shurely liven up the steering and handeling.
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Old 07-10-2014, 10:38 AM   #3
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Not completely sure what you mean by "numb", but this (BK022) Front Suspension Bushing Kit would probably help in your quest.....along with a good performance alignment as rockau mentioned.
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Old 07-10-2014, 11:56 AM   #4
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I hears some where that there were some technical bulletins to address numb steering in early cars? I have a 2010 production 2011 model year and some times it feels very numb. Is there some thing I can do?
Thanks.
blackTT600,

Sorry to read about the steering concerns with your Camaro. Although you're seeking thoughts and opinions, I would be happy to communicate this situation with the designated Customer Experience Manager at your preferred dealer if you feel an official diagnosis is necessary. Feel free to message us privately if you'd like to proceed, or discuss this situation further.

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Old 07-10-2014, 04:21 PM   #5
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Not completely sure what you mean by "numb", but this (BK022) Front Suspension Bushing Kit would probably help in your quest.....along with a good performance alignment as rockau mentioned.
THANK YOU of Your response. Actually I just had that installed, Have not gotten the car back yet. but very excited. I was actually the full race kit!
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Old 07-10-2014, 04:24 PM   #6
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blackTT600,

Sorry to read about the steering concerns with your Camaro. Although you're seeking thoughts and opinions, I would be happy to communicate this situation with the designated Customer Experience Manager at your preferred dealer if you feel an official diagnosis is necessary. Feel free to message us privately if you'd like to proceed, or discuss this situation further.

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William,
Thank you as well for your response. I will keep that in mind. I love the car, but sometimes I just wish there was more feeling in the wheel. I don't feel the need to do anything about it right now. But I thought I heard some one talking about this.
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Old 07-10-2014, 04:25 PM   #7
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I do not know about the TSBs, but a performance alignment will shurely liven up the steering and handeling.
I just want more communication from the road through the wheel.
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Old 07-12-2014, 12:06 PM   #8
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The answer is in your alignment specs.

Set the front Toe to 0.00 neutral.
Front Camber -1.00

Rear Toe IN 0.12
Total Rear IN Toe 0.24
Rear Camber -0.00 to -0.70 Less rear camber is better

Your rear tires will last longer and your front tires just a bit less than a more conservative alignment.

Your steering will feel more on center and precise.

A split front lower inner control arm bushing will offer no benefit over the excellent OEM designed steel jacketed rubber bushing with a 'barrel' style ferule that is suspended in about 1/8" of rubber.

Get your 5th Gen aligned to these specs and you think you bought a new steering rack or did suspension mods.
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Old 07-12-2014, 01:06 PM   #9
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Got the poly bushings on mine and after three trips to get it aligned and wheels balanced I still have a high speed vibration. It isn't terrible but annoying, it seems to be slowly improving so maybe it is a break in?
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Old 07-12-2014, 03:36 PM   #10
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Got the poly bushings on mine and after three trips to get it aligned and wheels balanced I still have a high speed vibration. It isn't terrible but annoying, it seems to be slowly improving so maybe it is a break in?
Your vibration is rotational and not in the suspension.

Out of round wheel, hub or rotor
Improper wheel lug nut torque
Improper balance
Bad tire
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Old 07-12-2014, 09:58 PM   #11
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Got the poly bushings on mine and after three trips to get it aligned and wheels balanced I still have a high speed vibration. It isn't terrible but annoying, it seems to be slowly improving so maybe it is a break in?
I second the lug nut torque (140 lbs/ft).
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Old 07-17-2014, 08:02 AM   #12
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The answer is in your alignment specs.

Set the front Toe to 0.00 neutral.
Front Camber -1.00

Rear Toe IN 0.12
Total Rear IN Toe 0.24
Rear Camber -0.00 to -0.70 Less rear camber is better

Your rear tires will last longer and your front tires just a bit less than a more conservative alignment.

Your steering will feel more on center and precise.

A split front lower inner control arm bushing will offer no benefit over the excellent OEM designed steel jacketed rubber bushing with a 'barrel' style ferule that is suspended in about 1/8" of rubber.

Get your 5th Gen aligned to these specs and you think you bought a new steering rack or did suspension mods.
JusticePete,

Can these specs be obtained with stock hardware ?

Or will aftermarket bolts, plates, or such be required ?

Thanks.
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Old 07-17-2014, 08:33 AM   #13
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