Torque steer like a mofo!
10-28-2008, 11:49 AM
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i know what you mean about the torque steer. . it's just really noticeable in 1st and 2nd gears. . in which case if you're putting that much power to the front wheels at that time you'll be struggling with traction anyway. just put a warning in your car.
10-28-2008, 11:50 AM
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I don't know too much about how to reduce torque steer, but things that make sense to are:
1. Torque Dampener
2. Solid/Poly Mounts
3. Wider/Stickier Tires
4. Some type of front lip spoiler to give the front end more traction?
5. I noticed your tuned, maybe the tune eliminated the software the car came with that reduced torque steer, which if the case maybe you can get it back and the problem wont be as bad)
1. Torque Dampener
2. Solid/Poly Mounts
3. Wider/Stickier Tires
4. Some type of front lip spoiler to give the front end more traction?
5. I noticed your tuned, maybe the tune eliminated the software the car came with that reduced torque steer, which if the case maybe you can get it back and the problem wont be as bad)
10-28-2008, 11:52 AM
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10-28-2008, 11:52 AM
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I don't know too much about how to reduce torque steer, but things that make sense to are:
1. Torque Dampener
2. Solid/Poly Mounts
3. Wider/Stickier Tires
4. Some type of front lip spoiler to give the front end more traction?
5. I noticed your tuned, maybe the tune eliminated the software the car came with that reduced torque steer, which if the case maybe you can get it back and the problem wont be as bad)
1. Torque Dampener
2. Solid/Poly Mounts
3. Wider/Stickier Tires
4. Some type of front lip spoiler to give the front end more traction?
5. I noticed your tuned, maybe the tune eliminated the software the car came with that reduced torque steer, which if the case maybe you can get it back and the problem wont be as bad)
10-28-2008, 11:54 AM
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Yea I wasn't completely sure what it was called or what it did, I just remember reading before the TC came out that they were going to have some type of software to limit torque steer. I know that wouldn't effect SC guys, but the OP has a TC so maybe it's something to consider? Like I said, I don't know all that much I'm just throwing out suggestions and maybe someone else will think of something based on what I said. Lol. I need to stop rambling, having a Chem Lab to write up and zero motivation is bad.
10-28-2008, 11:57 AM
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get wider, stickier tires. I didnt notice torque steer until I went to regular DD tires and it is annoying as hell. Im going back to my old ones. (when i can find wtf they were). You are probably pushing around 275ish hp like me so it is a lil rough.
Otherwise, get the lsd
Otherwise, get the lsd
10-28-2008, 12:00 PM
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I own HPT and have been tuning the boost in 1st and 2nd I don't really spin the tires anymore but it still pulls really hard to the left lol, I guess the warning sticker on the dash would be the best bet but what should it say?
10-28-2008, 12:03 PM
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I don't really get that much torque steer during regular driving and when it does happen it's usually when traction is limited due to a poor road surface. I think it's kinda fun when the wheel starts tugging. IDK I do have lsd and mounts though. Maybe a trip to the gym would help you?!
BTW the car has equal length axles...
BTW the car has equal length axles...
10-28-2008, 12:07 PM
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I don't really get that much torque steer during regular driving and when it does happen it's usually when traction is limited due to a poor road surface. I think it's kinda fun when the wheel starts tugging. IDK I do have lsd and mounts though. Maybe a trip to the gym would help you?!
BTW the car has equal length axles...
BTW the car has equal length axles...
10-28-2008, 12:08 PM
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the LSD wont help you, it will actually cause more of a left-right tug on the steering wheel. it might actually make the torque steer seem worse than without it.
10-28-2008, 12:09 PM
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I have the LSD on mine, (It's completly stock), but I made a U-Turn with it in first, and about 3/4's of the way through the turn, I romped on it, it pulled left, than pulled right & it's pretty damn scary! It was pulling hard both ways. Tuning is the only way I could see you solving this problem.
Good luck!
Good luck!
10-28-2008, 12:18 PM
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Unfortunately there is no way to get rid of torque steer on front wheel drive cars. If you stiffen the suspension up a bit and lower it that will help, but you can't get rid of it. The main reason for torque steer is because one axle is shorter then the other due to the motor being mounted transversely.
I watched a girl wreck a brand new SS/SC at the dealership. I was getting service done and waiting for my car. She just got done signing the papers on the car and as she pulled out of the dealership lot she floored it and the torque steer took her right into the guard rail.
My advice is to not let anyone drive your car. If you do let someone drive it, make sure you tell them what will happen if they try to get on it.
I watched a girl wreck a brand new SS/SC at the dealership. I was getting service done and waiting for my car. She just got done signing the papers on the car and as she pulled out of the dealership lot she floored it and the torque steer took her right into the guard rail.
My advice is to not let anyone drive your car. If you do let someone drive it, make sure you tell them what will happen if they try to get on it.
I NEVER let anyone drive my car. Then again no one I know can drive stick so....I don't need a trip to the gym I can hold the wheel but I would sure like to focus on shifting on time and the road and not the pull of the steering wheel It scares the crap out of everyone who rides with me when they see me fighting with my steering wheel all the way to 3rd. Once I shift into 3rd its fine there is no more TQ steer but 1st and 2nd you better hold on for the ride.
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10-28-2008, 12:19 PM
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The only person besides me who drives my car is my dad and he cosigned for it so if he wants to have a little fun then so be it but in the end if something breaks he will fix it or get me a new one.
10-28-2008, 12:22 PM
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Speak English!!! Besides you drive a pretty much stock (performance wise) Cobalt SPORT (not an SS like you like to tell everyone)! You wouldn't even begin to know what torque steer is...
I actually think it's a bit scarier than torque steer when the LSD is yanking you back and forth since you never know when the LSD's gonna pull you the other way. I can pretty much tell after having my car for almost 3 years when I'm gonna have an issue with torque steer and I can be prepared for it. The LSD has a mind of it's own LOL
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10-28-2008, 12:24 PM
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I actually think it's a bit scarier than torque steer when the LSD is yanking you back and forth since you never know when the LSD's gonna pull you the other way. I can pretty much tell after having my car for almost 3 years when I'm gonna have an issue with torque steer and I can be prepared for it. The LSD has a mind of it's own LOL
10-28-2008, 12:26 PM
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Next time post something useful. Next you'll be telling us that all that blue stuff under your hood and the crazy ass trim kit you have reduces torque steer. If you don't have anything constructive to add to the conversation then DON'T POST.
Speak English!!! Besides you drive a pretty much stock (performance wise) Cobalt SPORT (not an SS like you like to tell everyone)! You wouldn't even begin to know what torque steer is...
Speak English!!! Besides you drive a pretty much stock (performance wise) Cobalt SPORT (not an SS like you like to tell everyone)! You wouldn't even begin to know what torque steer is...
Let's not go bashing other people because it's the reason so many threads have been locked lately and people banned.