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Old Dec 8, 2009 | 10:21 PM
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How would I go about modifying my Camaro so when I decelerate, from high speeds, it reduces the shaking effect of the steering wheel? Also, id like some tips on how to keep my car "healthy" through the cold winter
 
Old Dec 8, 2009 | 11:35 PM
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check your ball joints, tie rod ends, brakes and front end alignment. also front tire condition.
 
Old Dec 9, 2009 | 03:48 AM
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also make sure the wheels are balanced,

you say it happens when you decelerate, is this when your on the brakes?? if so they may be warped
 
Old Dec 9, 2009 | 02:22 PM
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Yeah I know one of my brake pads is screwed up in the front because every time I put on brakes it jolts which is really embarrassing when you have other people in the car. I think I need to get my front rotors turned or at least the front driver side one then get all new brake pads for that side in the front.
 
Old Dec 9, 2009 | 08:05 PM
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should have both rotors done at the same time.
 
Old Dec 9, 2009 | 09:28 PM
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If the rotors are that badly warped, you'll want to replace them. There usually isn't a lot of extra material to turn them down under normal circumstances. And warped rotors would have to be cut even more than that. Plus, once warped, and then turned thinner, means more likely to warp again.
 
Old Dec 9, 2009 | 09:43 PM
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Originally Posted by vXIcetreyXv
Also, id like some tips on how to keep my car "healthy" through the cold winter
Feed the gas tank a can of fuel stabilizer, feed the battery a trickle charge, and let the whole thing hibernate in a warm garage!
 
Old Dec 10, 2009 | 06:40 AM
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Thansk guys, im thinking of just buying all new rotors for the front
 
Old Dec 10, 2009 | 08:36 AM
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Excellent Choice!
 
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