I test drove a IROC today. From a dead stop. If floored the car just starts to roll and you hear a big BANG from underneath and then the car takes off. When you hear the bang its like a huge jerk.


What could this be?

Its a 5.7L IROC

It shifts into 2nd 3rd and 4th fine.

Thanks for your help.

[This message has been edited by CoolJ (edited July 23, 2001).]

[This message has been edited by CoolJ (edited July 23, 2001).]

 

I would guess that it would be the transmission mount it is a fairly common problem in these cars mine did that when I test drove it to. I got the guy to come down $200 in price for it then I bought a new one for $40 and put it in myself.

 

Whats is a transmission mount? And how do I know if thats the problem?

Thanks for the reply

[This message has been edited by CoolJ (edited July 23, 2001).]

 

Have the transmision mount checked. It could also be the frame flexing, this is not uncommon on T-Top cars and camaros in general. As you launch the car you will hear pops and bangs. The trans mount is a rubber mount similar to an engine mount that bolts the transmission to the transmember.

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Stripped w/Cage back halved w/ladder bars and coil overs and 9 inch
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And if it is broken (and you buy the car), get an Energy Suspension mount to replace it. The stock ones don't last very long (at least the way I drive )

 

Yea, I Think Im gonna grab her tomorrow