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Old Aug 20, 2003 | 09:37 AM
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I have a 2001 Coupe that tends to "wander" when driving over imperfections or rough areas on the highway. Most noticeable on speed bumps. It's like you lose control of the car for a few seconds. Everything on the car is stock.

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Old Aug 20, 2003 | 09:41 AM
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Default Re: Handling (WDAHL)

Which suspension do you have?

When was the car last aligned?

Has the car even been in an accident?

Have you driven a car with wide wheels/tires before? Have you driven another similarly equiped C5?

Sorry for nothing but questions, but more data will help people to tell you what might be going on...

-Pete
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Old Aug 20, 2003 | 10:19 AM
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I have the stock suspension FE1. Never had it aligned, tires look ok, only normal wear, no pulling. No accidents. First time to drive a car with wide tires and the only C5 I've ever driven. I have a toyota truck with 31's and a GMC Yukon with 16's and I have never experienced this problem.

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Old Aug 20, 2003 | 12:52 PM
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Default Re: Handling (WDAHL)

You should have the alignment checked, and you should consider adding a little toe in front and rear. just cozzy the toe towards the maximum allowed per GM spec but don't add excessive toe.

You could also try a little more air pressure (like 1-2 PSI) and make sure all tires are at the same pressure (+/- 0.25 PSI)
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Old Aug 20, 2003 | 02:39 PM
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Default Re: Handling (Mitch Alsup)

Good advice. I'll try your recommendations. It's a little scary when you have that feeling of no control!

Thanks for taking your time to reply,

Wayne
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