C6 Steering doesn't recenter
Racer
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More than likely alignment. Caster alignment is what lets the wheel return back to center. I would check your control arms, ball joints and other related parts for damage as that would affect the caster angle. If that all checks out, get it lined up.
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Cruising
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Thank you lawson1603, HC Mechanic & Tennispro1986. I'll check all of this out. Reassuring it could be a simple alignment or fluid change. I'm the fourth owner and its obvious this C6 has only sat around gathering dust, 9,000 miles. Thankfully its been in a covered environment for most. The car doesn't show any wear and its currently at one of the most professional detailers in Dallas, Texas.
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Burning Brakes
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Thank you lawson1603, HC Mechanic & Tennispro1986. I'll check all of this out. Reassuring it could be a simple alignment or fluid change. I'm the fourth owner and its obvious this C6 has only sat around gathering dust, 9,000 miles. Thankfully its been in a covered environment for most. The car doesn't show any wear and its currently at one of the most professional detailers in Dallas, Texas.
If you have any questions regarding tires I’ve been through almost all of the summer street tires for our car. Please feel free to shoot me a PM. I picked up mine from a guy who used the car very little, 3+ yrs old and 8,000 miles. Nearly killed myself with those tires, and I used to race 2 stroke go carts with pro drivers.
Just my .02
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Cruising
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HC Mechanic, taking your advise. I'm changing rubber even though they look brand-new.
If it’s been sitting around a lot you may, or should I say, you MUST ditch that old rubber if you plan to keep ‘er out of the ditch
If you have any questions regarding tires I’ve been through almost all of the summer street tires for our car. Please feel free to shoot me a PM. I picked up mine from a guy who used the car very little, 3+ yrs old and 8,000 miles. Nearly killed myself with those tires, and I used to race 2 stroke go carts with pro drivers.
Just my .02
If you have any questions regarding tires I’ve been through almost all of the summer street tires for our car. Please feel free to shoot me a PM. I picked up mine from a guy who used the car very little, 3+ yrs old and 8,000 miles. Nearly killed myself with those tires, and I used to race 2 stroke go carts with pro drivers.
Just my .02
HC I'm taking your advise and changing rubber. I drive year around in Texas. Any suggestions for a smooth ride? Thanks
Burning Brakes
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As for ride quality, I run 32-34psi cold front, 25-27psi cold in the rear. I believe this stagger gives you the best ride quality without sacrificing street performance. 30 psi cold in the rear is way too much IMO, causes a rougher ride, less grip, and more tendency to hop under hard acceleration; at least with every type of non-run flat tire I’ve had on the car.
I like ordering my tires through Tire Rack(if possible), so you can get them pre-heatcycled; the last set I bought I actually had them “shaved” as well. Check out their website if you haven’t already, lots of good info about services they offer.
Also, I suggest picking up the Continental tire pump. The pump has a tire sealant mechanism on it in case of emergency. I believe Tire Rack sells that as well, but you may want to shop around a bit. I use my pump every few weeks over the past 5-6 yrs, works like a champ
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Cruising
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If you put a lot of miles on the car, I would highly suggest the latest Michelin Pilot Supersport tire, if not, you might want to look into their “Cup 2” tire; that’s what I run. Been through the Nitto NT05’s, Bridgestone RE11’s, considered and researched heavily on Pirelli, Toyo, and Hoosier’s; basically every “ultra high-performance” tire that will fit our ride.
As for ride quality, I run 32-34psi cold front, 25-27psi cold in the rear. I believe this stagger gives you the best ride quality without sacrificing street performance. 30 psi cold in the rear is way too much IMO, causes a rougher ride, less grip, and more tendency to hop under hard acceleration; at least with every type of non-run flat tire I’ve had on the car.
I like ordering my tires through Tire Rack(if possible), so you can get them pre-heatcycled; the last set I bought I actually had them “shaved” as well. Check out their website if you haven’t already, lots of good info about services they offer.
Also, I suggest picking up the Continental tire pump. The pump has a tire sealant mechanism on it in case of emergency. I believe Tire Rack sells that as well, but you may want to shop around a bit. I use my pump every few weeks over the past 5-6 yrs, works like a champ
As for ride quality, I run 32-34psi cold front, 25-27psi cold in the rear. I believe this stagger gives you the best ride quality without sacrificing street performance. 30 psi cold in the rear is way too much IMO, causes a rougher ride, less grip, and more tendency to hop under hard acceleration; at least with every type of non-run flat tire I’ve had on the car.
I like ordering my tires through Tire Rack(if possible), so you can get them pre-heatcycled; the last set I bought I actually had them “shaved” as well. Check out their website if you haven’t already, lots of good info about services they offer.
Also, I suggest picking up the Continental tire pump. The pump has a tire sealant mechanism on it in case of emergency. I believe Tire Rack sells that as well, but you may want to shop around a bit. I use my pump every few weeks over the past 5-6 yrs, works like a champ
I had my alignment taken care of and just as suspected everything was out of alignment. Steers like a dream and rides like its on rails. The tires will make that much better and reduce the road noise in the vert, I'm reading. Thanks again HC, very much appreciated!!
I'll add the pump and plug kit!
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Burning Brakes
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Excellent Brother
This is a relavant tire test to what I believe is the better “all around” tire for our car:
https://www.tirerack.com/tires/tests...y.jsp?ttid=223
However, of the 3 different tires tested, it looks like the Pirelli doesn’t offer a tire for our sizing needs. The tire that came out on top was the Michelin Pilot Sport 4S. I feel Tire Rack is very unbiased in there testing, as what they have had to say over time has matched what I’ve felt in my own car, or what others have said about a certian tire here on the forum.
The next two tires that I’m very interested in trying on the car are the Pirelli Trofeo R and the Hoosier. However, these are not great “all around” tires by any means.
Let me know how everything works out for you Brother, PM me if you want to get on a call at some point. Always great to actually meet some of you guys from the forum, never know what you’re gonna learn
This is a relavant tire test to what I believe is the better “all around” tire for our car:
https://www.tirerack.com/tires/tests...y.jsp?ttid=223
However, of the 3 different tires tested, it looks like the Pirelli doesn’t offer a tire for our sizing needs. The tire that came out on top was the Michelin Pilot Sport 4S. I feel Tire Rack is very unbiased in there testing, as what they have had to say over time has matched what I’ve felt in my own car, or what others have said about a certian tire here on the forum.
The next two tires that I’m very interested in trying on the car are the Pirelli Trofeo R and the Hoosier. However, these are not great “all around” tires by any means.
Let me know how everything works out for you Brother, PM me if you want to get on a call at some point. Always great to actually meet some of you guys from the forum, never know what you’re gonna learn