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franknbeans · 07-15-2009, 12:08 PM

great idea... If broke let us know what you were doing right before it broke.

Embalmer · 07-15-2009, 12:15 PM

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Originally Posted by superstockcam

I had this happen once too!!!

I posted on the clutch sticking thing a long time ago... happened before my break-in period..hasn't happened since.

theholycow · 07-15-2009, 12:28 PM

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Originally Posted by 2KZ28_For_Now

Nissan GTR, anyone?

The problem with the GTR is that Nissan won't cover it under warranty. Chevy will.

McGruff · 07-15-2009, 02:10 PM

So only 4 broken from Camaro5 so far?

2010SSRS · 07-15-2009, 07:10 PM

i said this in another thread............nobody knows for sure how these guys are driving but in everyone's defense........

Competition Mode is about as hard on this driveline as it gets. 4200rpm clutch sidestep with very limited tire spin.......just grab and go. a 6000rpm clutch sidestep should actually be easier on it because of the tire spin.

now if this seems to be an issue, be it a defect or design flaw.......RECALL IT! you give me Competition Mode but now tell me the gearbox might not handle it?

oh and thus far.........no issues. but i've only sidestepped the clutch at 6000rpm (trac control/stabilatrac off) once........what a monster!

69er · 07-15-2009, 08:42 PM

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Originally Posted by 2010SSRS

4200rpm clutch sidestep with very limited tire spin.......just grab and go. a 6000rpm clutch sidestep should actually be easier on it because of the tire spin.

The owner's manual actually tells us on page 8-35: "A smooth, quick release of the clutch..."

Sidestepping a clutch can be a killer on a clutch!

CJ Offshoredude · 07-15-2009, 08:44 PM

Do you have to wait a certain amount of time before you switch in to comp. mode? I have 400 miles and have not yet had a hard take off but I have played with the button.
Thanks

Jack · 07-16-2009, 09:57 AM

Sorry guys, but what is "sidestepping" ?

2SSRS_2010 · 07-16-2009, 10:03 AM

Basically, "side-stepping" is dumping the clutch by sliding your foot off the clutch pedal sideways, allowing the pedal to come up abruptly under spring tension and engage the clutch quickly; faster than raising your foot normally.

SS4SS · 07-16-2009, 10:47 AM

VIN 12364

Trying out competition mode for the 2nd time with 2k miles. Quick clutch release (not sidestep) and broke the output shaft.

theholycow · 07-16-2009, 10:48 AM

Before seeing "sidestepping" on the internet, I had always called that "popping the clutch".

BackinBlackSS/RS · 07-16-2009, 10:52 AM

Doesn't seem to be a widespread problem at all.

McGruff · 07-16-2009, 11:00 AM

Two VIN's not in the 16,000 range make me think otherwise.

IROCanSS · 07-16-2009, 11:05 AM

Did I miss count at 5 cars? Out of 25000+ thats 0.02% If we say 25% are LS3 cars, a total guess, thats still only 5 out of 6250 and 0.08%. I think we may have some people abusing their cars and not being frank about it...

EVERYTHING HAS A LIMIT!

07-15-2009, 12:08 PM	#15
franknbeans Whipped Drives: 2010 CAMARO Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Pittsburgh-ish - PA Posts: 4,216 View My Garage	great idea... If broke let us know what you were doing right before it broke. __________________ Car of the week 7/7/14

07-15-2009, 07:10 PM	#19
2010SSRS Drives: 2000 Silverado Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Southern WI Posts: 1,241	i said this in another thread............nobody knows for sure how these guys are driving but in everyone's defense........ Competition Mode is about as hard on this driveline as it gets. 4200rpm clutch sidestep with very limited tire spin.......just grab and go. a 6000rpm clutch sidestep should actually be easier on it because of the tire spin. now if this seems to be an issue, be it a defect or design flaw.......RECALL IT! you give me Competition Mode but now tell me the gearbox might not handle it? oh and thus far.........no issues. but i've only sidestepped the clutch at 6000rpm (trac control/stabilatrac off) once........what a monster! __________________ IOM 2SSRS LS3 R6P - VIN 7553 Delivered 5/22/2009 Kooks, Corsa and Roto-Fab - SOLD 9/2010 VR 2SSRS LS3 - Borla, SLP CAI

07-16-2009, 09:57 AM	#22
Jack Just Jack Drives: '71 SS, Forest Green Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: DC Area Posts: 75	Sorry guys, but what is "sidestepping" ? __________________ Ordered 10/13 - CGM 2SS/RS, Sunroof, Polished 20"s, Silver Rallies Built 5/21 Shipped 5/27 Delivered 6/5

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07-16-2009, 11:05 AM	#28
IROCanSS Account Suspended Drives: 89 IROC 350 Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Back roads, southern Ohio Posts: 12,504 View My Garage	Did I miss count at 5 cars? Out of 25000+ thats 0.02% If we say 25% are LS3 cars, a total guess, thats still only 5 out of 6250 and 0.08%. I think we may have some people abusing their cars and not being frank about it... EVERYTHING HAS A LIMIT!