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Casull · 03-07-2007, 10:10 AM

I was thinking about the interior of the new Camaro and started wondering about the dreaded "hump" associated with RWD cars. Do you think that the IRS on the new Camaro will help reduce the hump size? My thinking was that with an IRS, it is the wheels that move and not the transfer case unlike in a live axle set-up. Since the transfer case does not move, there will not have to be extra room for the driveshaft to move when the suspension is compressed.

I know the concept still has the back bucket seats, but I was wondering if that is because the concept is build on the CTS chassis and not the Zeta. If they are able to reduce the hump size, they may be able to put a nice full rear seat in the 5th gen.

Which begs the question, would you be against a full back seat? I mean traditionally this is not how the Camaro is setup.

alleykt123 · 03-07-2007, 10:23 AM

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Originally Posted by Casull

…Which begs the question, would you be against a full back seat?

Hmmmm…

That would depend on what the back seat might get used for

Casull · 03-07-2007, 10:30 AM

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Originally Posted by alleykt123

Hmmmm…

That would depend on what the back seat might get used for

Lol.... I have a beautiful blonde that would greatly appreciate a roomy backseat...

Rock36 · 03-07-2007, 10:47 AM

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Lol.... I have a beautiful blonde that would greatly appreciate a roomy backseat...

Dogs rule! As far as the hump, it doesn't bother me, and kinda like you said, it is traditional. I think a full backseat would be kinda wierd but I know I would get used to it.

Alleykt123: Where does one find girls like you? I can't ever find women interested in muscle cars new or old.

OverAnxious · 03-07-2007, 11:03 AM

I've never had any issues with the hump in RWD cars.

alleykt123 · 03-07-2007, 12:13 PM

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Alleykt123: Where does one find girls like you? I can't ever find women interested in muscle cars new or old.

Well, my boyfriend found me on a GTO forum, but I would suggest the local car shows, drag strips and even club cruises.

…And ya never know who you may find on this forum

03-07-2007, 10:10 AM	#1
Casull Drives: Chevy Silverado Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Indianapolis Posts: 754	The "Hump" I was thinking about the interior of the new Camaro and started wondering about the dreaded "hump" associated with RWD cars. Do you think that the IRS on the new Camaro will help reduce the hump size? My thinking was that with an IRS, it is the wheels that move and not the transfer case unlike in a live axle set-up. Since the transfer case does not move, there will not have to be extra room for the driveshaft to move when the suspension is compressed. I know the concept still has the back bucket seats, but I was wondering if that is because the concept is build on the CTS chassis and not the Zeta. If they are able to reduce the hump size, they may be able to put a nice full rear seat in the 5th gen. Which begs the question, would you be against a full back seat? I mean traditionally this is not how the Camaro is setup.

03-07-2007, 11:03 AM	#5
OverAnxious Drives: 1967 RS/SS L78 Coupe Join Date: May 2006 Location: Detroit, MI Posts: 799	I've never had any issues with the hump in RWD cars. __________________ Joe Over Anxious - 1967 Camaro RS/SS L78 5th Gen Camaro BLOG // My eBay auctions