ssaman Posted January 19, 2007 Report Share Posted January 19, 2007 Ok so I know I dont have my SS yet. But the two times I test drove it the acceleration felt like I wasnt in controle. like I pressed the gas and the computer processed it and then activated a machine to rev it up. Is there anything I can do once I get it to make it feel like my foot is making it go, not a computer?! thanks!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RevolutionRaceWorks Posted January 19, 2007 Report Share Posted January 19, 2007 I think what it is it might be your first drive by wire?? It does take a little bit of getting used to. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ssaman Posted January 19, 2007 Author Report Share Posted January 19, 2007 Ya i guess its my first lol. I was just like "wtf is going on here?" lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RevolutionRaceWorks Posted January 19, 2007 Report Share Posted January 19, 2007 It just takes some time getting used to they tried pretty hard to compensate the pedal to feel like a real throttle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bonj87 Posted January 19, 2007 Report Share Posted January 19, 2007 i remember when i test drove my SSS, the thing that stuck out to me was how the back end bounced around more than my 99 4x4. id still love to stiffen that up, but keep the factory stance.. im in the miniority of those who like the factory stance, stock silver rims and bumpers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
perk03z06 Posted January 19, 2007 Report Share Posted January 19, 2007 Electronic Throttle control does take some getting used to ... Can't complain here ... mine's always been lighting quick as far as response ... You want to feel a noticeable delay ... try driving an '07 Monte Carlo ... there was a full .50 sec. delay from the time I commanded WOT to the time it actually happened ... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PladdPezzPunk Posted January 19, 2007 Report Share Posted January 19, 2007 that can all be changed with programming. but fuel injected cars do take a split second more than a carburated vehicle by nature. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misterp Posted January 19, 2007 Report Share Posted January 19, 2007 (edited) Electronic Throttle control does take some getting used to ... Can't complain here ... mine's always been lighting quick as far as response ... My SS has good throttle response, it'll jump off the line; plus remember that there are lots of DBW vehicles that have under 1.65-sec 60-ft times (cars and trucks both). If you drove one that felt sluggish then it needed a tune-up or tuning or both. The only thing that I cannot get used to is that there is no return spring pressure like a carburated vehicle, and the tranny kicks hard enougn into 2nd at part throttle that my foot is lifted off the gas! Mr. P. Edited January 19, 2007 by misterp (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
06redSSrwd Posted January 19, 2007 Report Share Posted January 19, 2007 That throttle may take some getting used to, i never minded mine when i got it. One thing to remember is that the electronic throttle is well worth it, it aids in performance at any acceleration rate and optimal efficiency. Much better than a cable, it just takes time to get used to. good luck ES Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
perk03z06 Posted January 20, 2007 Report Share Posted January 20, 2007 Electronic Throttle control does take some getting used to ... Can't complain here ... mine's always been lighting quick as far as response ... My SS has good throttle response, it'll jump off the line; plus remember that there are lots of DBW vehicles that have under 1.65-sec 60-ft times (cars and trucks both). If you drove one that felt sluggish then it needed a tune-up or tuning or both. The only thing that I cannot get used to is that there is no return spring pressure like a carburated vehicle, and the tranny kicks hard enougn into 2nd at part throttle that my foot is lifted off the gas! Mr. P. about having my foot lifted off of the gas on the 1-2 shift. I've even had it happen if I'm on a slight incline, and I'm starting off from a stop. When I hit the throttle, and I'm not meaning to punch it hard, when the truck takes off, there's enough inertia to lift my foot back up off the pedal, and it slows down ... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buyfire Posted January 20, 2007 Report Share Posted January 20, 2007 on part throttle takeoffs when turning a corner or even on a decline/incline my throttle jumps. my foot then lifts slightly, i gas it a little to compensate and i end up with a jerky start. my wife hates it and tries to tell me i'm doing it on purpose. can the sensitivity be reduced a little with a tune, or am i stuck looking like an idiot when i pull out into some intersections? and yes, i do know how to drive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misterp Posted January 21, 2007 Report Share Posted January 21, 2007 (edited) Well I got used to it, took over a year but I've gotten the 1-2 part-throttle feel down. Edited January 21, 2007 by misterp (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nixsupersport Posted January 23, 2007 Report Share Posted January 23, 2007 i was wondering what the set up was called, now i know, and yes i'm still working on it, a little jerky at times Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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