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Posted by Billiumss (Member # 413) on :

When I first got my car, it had a very slight pull to the right and my steering wheel was off just slightly to the right. I told them about it and they just said to put some miles on it and if it still does it, bring it back in.

Well after 500 miles it still did it. So to the dealer I go. I took it there and they took it for a test drive to confirm my complaint.

When they were done, I went with the guy for the second "Test Drive" and it "looked like" it was fixed. After driving it, it still sorta does it and the steering wheel is still off center. I know it's not because of the wide tires, because I drove it on new pavement and it still done it.

What are the specs for a stock SS with the 17" Goodyear Eagle F1's?

I am going to the dealer today after work to get it adjusted again and want to compare what you guys recommend verses what they are using.

Thank in advance.....

Bill

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2001 Camaro SS #1823

Sunset Orange Metallic, M6, Hurst, 1SD, Ebony Leather, CD, T-Tops, Defogger.

Y2Y Options: 10 Spoke Chrome Wheels, Dash Plaque & Key FOBS, SS Floor Mats, SS grille

TPW: 9-4-00
Built: 9-5-00
Shipped to SLP: 9-15-00
Shipped back to GM: 9-15-00
Loaded on rail car: 9-21-00
Took delivery: 10-4-00 at 1pm

Posted by Grumpy (Member # 752) on :

17" tires make no difference on alignment. Stock parts will only allow about .5 negative camber, 4.5 positive caster, zero toe tend toward toe out.

If car pulls to side check the following:

tire pressure
uneven tire wear

If you drive on crowned roads car will pull to side if left and right settings are the same. On level road same setting should drive straight.

Steering wheel centering is done with the toe adjustment.

Optimally, car should be aligned with 1/2 tank gas and driver in seat. Any heavy items you carry in car will affect suspension settings. (like passengers)

Good luck.

Grumpy

Posted by Happy_Dan (Member # 118) on :

Some passengers will affect things more than others. Ha ha. LOL.

Also, bodies in the trunk had a profound affect.

Posted by 99 HOSS (Member # 109) on :

See the thread from NexuSS re: his question about alignment & the STB.

Posted by Grumpy (Member # 752) on :

quote:

Also, bodies in the trunk had a profound affect.[/B]

Properly secured bodies in the truck will aid traction in the snow.

Posted by XBCHBUM (Member # 734) on :

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Originally posted by DanA_F99_1977:
Also, bodies in the trunk had a profound affect.

Air shocks alleviate this problem.

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'01 SS #1618
Pewter Vert, M6
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