Locking in Track/TC mode

c5jako · 08-31-2020, 10:01 AM

Couldn't find a post on this specifically. I am frustrated with the location of the mode and TC buttons. When grabbing a 2-3 shift at redline I frequently bump the traction control button, and then I'm in full nanny. One time I was even sent back to touring mode! I notice almost immediately, but by then I've blown the lap and have to mess with the controls. Anyone else have this problem or is it just my big gorilla mitts? Wondering about a way to lock into the mode, or install a cover over the buttons, etc. Any thoughts?

driven2exceSS · 08-31-2020, 10:06 AM

https://www.camaro6.com/forums/showthread.php?t=554173

evanescent03 · 08-31-2020, 10:12 AM

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Originally Posted by c5jako

Couldn't find a post on this specifically. I am frustrated with the location of the mode and TC buttons. When grabbing a 2-3 shift at redline I frequently bump the traction control button, and then I'm in full nanny. One time I was even sent back to touring mode! I notice almost immediately, but by then I've blown the lap and have to mess with the controls. Anyone else have this problem or is it just my big gorilla mitts? Wondering about a way to lock into the mode, or install a cover over the buttons, etc. Any thoughts?

Cool solution above, but I think you found the real problem, your gorilla mitts...haha jk, I probably just don’t drive hard enough ...

c5jako · 08-31-2020, 10:28 AM

Thanks for that - I searched the road course subforum since I figured that's where the issue may have been posted. Didn't get a single hit for keyword "traction" - don't know how that's possible. Gonna assume user error.

evanescent03 · 09-01-2020, 11:18 AM

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Originally Posted by c5jako

Thanks for that - I searched the road course subforum since I figured that's where the issue may have been posted. Didn't get a single hit for keyword "traction" - don't know how that's possible. Gonna assume user error.

I have the same problem when searching for old threads & have more luck googling “camaro6 ___” ... I still fail though ..

ICTsccaCamaro · 09-01-2020, 04:48 PM

I also hit mine on track from time to time, I badly just need to make a cover for it.

kropscamaro16 · 09-01-2020, 04:57 PM

i still wish the rev match was a button also and not paddles its really annoying to hit those on/off on track

R3ctivision · 09-03-2020, 07:46 PM

I think if you keep your wrist straight then I think you can't hit the switch or the button. Is it possible you angle your hand up somehow so that your wrist makes contact?

c5jako · 09-04-2020, 10:52 AM

My C5 has a custom elevated shifter, the way a racecar should be, so I don't have to spend too much time with only one hand on the wheel. This car has a stubby shifter, so when I go to grab it for a quick 2-3 shift, I sometimes slam my palm up against the console, pretty sure that's how it happens. If I think about it I can avoid it, but there's already a lot to think about on track.

Norm Peterson · 09-06-2020, 10:52 AM

Any chance of adding a short extension piece to your Camaro's shift lever?

Norm

c5jako · 09-11-2020, 08:17 AM

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Originally Posted by Norm Peterson

Any chance of adding a short extension piece to your Camaro's shift lever?

Still a daily driver, so trying to keep all the track mods hidden. I fabricated a temp solution, wasn't that tough really and seems to do the job.

08-31-2020, 10:01 AM	#1
c5jako Having Fun Drives: 2017 Camaro SS 1LE; 1999 C5 Racecar Join Date: Aug 2020 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 23	Locking in Track/TC mode Couldn't find a post on this specifically. I am frustrated with the location of the mode and TC buttons. When grabbing a 2-3 shift at redline I frequently bump the traction control button, and then I'm in full nanny. One time I was even sent back to touring mode! I notice almost immediately, but by then I've blown the lap and have to mess with the controls. Anyone else have this problem or is it just my big gorilla mitts? Wondering about a way to lock into the mode, or install a cover over the buttons, etc. Any thoughts?

08-31-2020, 10:06 AM	#2
driven2exceSS Drives: 2016 2SS BLK A8 Vert Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: MA Posts: 1,029	https://www.camaro6.com/forums/showthread.php?t=554173 __________________ NPP, MRC, Tinted side & rear reflectors, OEM ZL1 Rockers / 3rd Brake / Darken tail lights, OEM Blk rear splash guards, Satin hood wrap, Fuse pull, Sound tube delete, Cat delete, Ported 95 TB, Ported MSD IM, Dry RotoFab, ARH 1 7/8 headers, E85, "Performance Dyno" Tune, BMR "pieces", "Track" alignment, Hawk DCT-70/70's w/SRF, Goodridge lines, Ti shims, Red powdered calipers, 18" APEX SM-10's w/ Pirelli DH's, FE4 Vert swaybars, Brake cooling ducts, ATI 10% UD, Vorshlag camber plates, OEM 1LE Splitter w/APR Ext., Velossa BIG MOUTH Ram Air, CF QA1, ZLE brakes(F)

09-01-2020, 04:48 PM	#6
ICTsccaCamaro ITCRNRS Drives: 2018 ZL1 1LE Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Wichita KS Posts: 1,575	I also hit mine on track from time to time, I badly just need to make a cover for it. __________________ 2018 ZL1 1LE Ordered 6/29/17 Built 11/6/17 Delivered 12/7/17, Summit White, PDR, NAV, https://www.youtube.com/c/tylerpotter SOLD: 2014 Summit White 1LE 2SS/RS, Recaros, NPP, NAV, KONI Yellow's SOLD: 2012 Black 2LT/RS, Fully 1LE swapped, Brembo swap

09-01-2020, 04:57 PM	#7
kropscamaro16 Drives: 2016 1ss camaro Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: 909 Posts: 9,812	i still wish the rev match was a button also and not paddles its really annoying to hit those on/off on track __________________ 16 1SS NIGHTFALL GRAY METALLIC WITH NPP #BECAUSERACECAR #SAVETHEMANUALS

09-03-2020, 07:46 PM	#8
R3ctivision 1LE Convert Drives: 2018 ZLE Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: Mountain View, CA Posts: 367	I think if you keep your wrist straight then I think you can't hit the switch or the button. Is it possible you angle your hand up somehow so that your wrist makes contact? __________________ 2018 Camaro ZL1 1LE (Red Hot) 2002 BMW Spec E46 race car (Lizard Green) Previous cars: - 2018 Miata RF GT (Machine Gray/Auburn) - 2017 Camaro 1SS 1LE (Summit White) - 2008 BMW 135i (Montego Blue) - 1996 BMW 328i (Arctic Silver)

08-31-2020, 10:28 AM	#4
c5jako Having Fun Drives: 2017 Camaro SS 1LE; 1999 C5 Racecar Join Date: Aug 2020 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 23	Thanks for that - I searched the road course subforum since I figured that's where the issue may have been posted. Didn't get a single hit for keyword "traction" - don't know how that's possible. Gonna assume user error.

09-04-2020, 10:52 AM	#9
c5jako Having Fun Drives: 2017 Camaro SS 1LE; 1999 C5 Racecar Join Date: Aug 2020 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 23	My C5 has a custom elevated shifter, the way a racecar should be, so I don't have to spend too much time with only one hand on the wheel. This car has a stubby shifter, so when I go to grab it for a quick 2-3 shift, I sometimes slam my palm up against the console, pretty sure that's how it happens. If I think about it I can avoid it, but there's already a lot to think about on track.

09-06-2020, 10:52 AM	#10
Norm Peterson corner barstool sitter Drives: 08 Mustang GT, 19 WRX Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Eastern Time Zone Posts: 6,990	Any chance of adding a short extension piece to your Camaro's shift lever? Norm __________________ '08 GT coupe 5M (the occasional track toy) '19 WRX 6M (the family sedan . . . seriously)

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