Convertibles ride like tanks? - Page 2

Bigdog9586 · 02-03-2018, 07:33 PM

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Originally Posted by CamaroBody

my car sometimes vibrates when in v4 mode (normal for saving gas)

put the car into manual mode to avoid it

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Not normal. Mine don’t vibrate at all.

Drinkcoffee · 02-03-2018, 10:14 PM

Not sure about run flats or MRC. Is there a way to tell if a car has MRC?

urirx98 · 02-03-2018, 10:38 PM

i just got 16 2ss with run flats and got to say that on lots of local roads they are SOOOOO ROUGH, I just came out of a Lexus Gs Fsport with shitty tires and man are these tires tough. Not sure when they go bald if i will get another set of run flats. Only prob is if i dont get the run flats ill have to buy a spare since there isnt 1 in the trunk lol.

JamesNoBrakes · 02-03-2018, 10:52 PM

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Originally Posted by urirx98

i just got 16 2ss with run flats and got to say that on lots of local roads they are SOOOOO ROUGH, I just came out of a Lexus Gs Fsport with shitty tires and man are these tires tough. Not sure when they go bald if i will get another set of run flats. Only prob is if i dont get the run flats ill have to buy a spare since there isnt 1 in the trunk lol.

When is the last time you had to use a spare? What will run-flats do for you that fix-a-flat can not? They definitely won't help with massive failures like blowouts. Modern tires are very strong with their steel-belted design and the gummy inside-rubber often "seals" around a nail or screw somewhat on it's own, add a little sealant and it's usually solid for long enough to get to a repair shop. Thing is, if you actually have to use the run-flat as a run-flat, it destroys the sidewall, if you put sealant in it and run it that way, why did you get runflats? If you do run it "flat" to get back to the shop, then you get to buy two crazy expensive new tires, to match the tread-wear. The circumstances where a run-flat would actually be helpful are very rare IMO. I'm not saying they aren't useful, but it's more for someone that doesn't want the inconvenience of getting out and attaching some sealant and a compressor and is willing to pay a premium for that convenience.

ac-427 · 02-04-2018, 06:13 AM

My 2018 SS Redline Convertible ride is excellent. I believe the extensive bracing underneath, strut bar in the engine compartment, and optional Mag Ride are all factors that make the car the stiffest, most squeak and rattle free vert I have owned. My comparison is based on ownership of convertibles including a Mustang, a Mercedes, a Lexus and three Corvettes.

SomeGeoffGuy · 02-04-2018, 12:56 PM

If I were OP, which I was when I bought my car, I wouldn't even look at a car that didn't have MR. To me, that is the single biggest piece of technology to hit the Camaro since the LS1.

When buying my car, we drove my 2012 Convertible down a bumpy road, then I got an MR car and went right back down the same road. It was a night and day difference. It was pretty amazing.

-Geoff

Hyper RS · 02-04-2018, 01:21 PM

Just bought a used '16 Camaro SS Convertible with 5500 miles, has mag ride and find the ride pleasing in all modes except track.

Tenfive · 02-04-2018, 04:52 PM

I have a 2017 drop top with 15k miles it drives smooth as silk !!

If your convertible has vibration issues it could be a multitude of things

Ive driven 4 gen6 camaros . Mileage ,brakes , tire wear and type . Was the vehicle ever in an accident ?? Etc so many variables contribute to overall ride quality

camaromike77 · 02-05-2018, 08:14 AM

My convertible also rides as smooth as silk......... No issues at all here.....

Lugnutty · 02-05-2018, 01:54 PM

I reckon it's the car you drove. Go drive a new one and see how it feels.

ctrlz · 02-06-2018, 11:27 AM

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Originally Posted by JamesNoBrakes

When is the last time you had to use a spare? What will run-flats do for you that fix-a-flat can not? They definitely won't help with massive failures like blowouts. Modern tires are very strong with their steel-belted design and the gummy inside-rubber often "seals" around a nail or screw somewhat on it's own, add a little sealant and it's usually solid for long enough to get to a repair shop.

I wish I had your luck! I am consistently amazed at the bizarre angles sheetrock screws manage to find into my tires! That and the large pieces of steel shrapnel that end up laying in the middle of he freeway and manage to put large gashes in tires through belts and all.
I'm no fan of the run-flats, but there are situations where I can see an advantage.

02-03-2018, 10:38 PM	#17
urirx98 Drives: 2016 Bumble Bee Yellow 2SS Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Florida Posts: 147	i just got 16 2ss with run flats and got to say that on lots of local roads they are SOOOOO ROUGH, I just came out of a Lexus Gs Fsport with shitty tires and man are these tires tough. Not sure when they go bald if i will get another set of run flats. Only prob is if i dont get the run flats ill have to buy a spare since there isnt 1 in the trunk lol. __________________ 2016 BumbleBee 2SS, K&N Air Intake, Satin Black wrapped hood, Matte Black spoiler, front spoiler still in box

02-04-2018, 06:13 AM	#19
ac-427 Drives: 2018 Camaro 2SS Redline Convertible Join Date: May 2016 Location: DFW Posts: 168	My 2018 SS Redline Convertible ride is excellent. I believe the extensive bracing underneath, strut bar in the engine compartment, and optional Mag Ride are all factors that make the car the stiffest, most squeak and rattle free vert I have owned. My comparison is based on ownership of convertibles including a Mustang, a Mercedes, a Lexus and three Corvettes. Attached Images __________________ 2019 Buick TourX 2017 Colorado Redline 1966 Ford Mustang Pro Touring Last edited by ac-427; 02-04-2018 at 05:56 PM.

02-04-2018, 12:56 PM	#20
SomeGeoffGuy Drives: 2023 2SS Convertible Join Date: May 2009 Location: Metro Detroit Posts: 1,194	If I were OP, which I was when I bought my car, I wouldn't even look at a car that didn't have MR. To me, that is the single biggest piece of technology to hit the Camaro since the LS1. When buying my car, we drove my 2012 Convertible down a bumpy road, then I got an MR car and went right back down the same road. It was a night and day difference. It was pretty amazing. -Geoff __________________ '12 2SS RS Convertible - Traded in. '16 2SS Convertible - White on white, mag-ride, NPP, nav. Sold! '23 2SS Convertible -Same as above except orange.

02-04-2018, 01:21 PM	#21
Hyper RS Drives: '19 Corvette Stingray Convertible Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: Rochester NY Posts: 141	Just bought a used '16 Camaro SS Convertible with 5500 miles, has mag ride and find the ride pleasing in all modes except track. __________________ '19 Corvette Stingray Convertible M7

02-05-2018, 08:14 AM	#23
camaromike77 Drives: S O L D Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Ontario Posts: 2,106	My convertible also rides as smooth as silk......... No issues at all here..... __________________ Club F1FTY 2017 2SS 50th Anniversary Convertible Borla S-Type exhaust NPP\| GM CAI \| Color matched GM side skirts \| Color matched 3rd brake light \| Big Worm Graphics smoked out tail lights & rear reflectors \| Oracle ghosted side markers \| LED License plate bulbs \| Door striker covers \| Jam handle \| Engine emblems from RiverCity Creations \| 50th Center Console \| Black bow ties \| Hawk Performance ceramic brake pads \| ZL1 Start button \| CQuartz ceramic paint finish \| Novistretch bra \| S O L D

02-03-2018, 10:14 PM	#16
Drinkcoffee Drives: Dodge truck Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: Canton, ohio Posts: 13	Not sure about run flats or MRC. Is there a way to tell if a car has MRC?

02-04-2018, 04:52 PM	#22
Tenfive Drives: 2017 1SS camaro ,2SS a 68 + 08 C6 Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: West palm beach Posts: 495	I have a 2017 drop top with 15k miles it drives smooth as silk !! If your convertible has vibration issues it could be a multitude of things Ive driven 4 gen6 camaros . Mileage ,brakes , tire wear and type . Was the vehicle ever in an accident ?? Etc so many variables contribute to overall ride quality

02-05-2018, 01:54 PM	#24
Lugnutty Drives: 2022 2SS Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: Buffalo Grove, IL Posts: 79	I reckon it's the car you drove. Go drive a new one and see how it feels.

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