Illustrator CS 5.1 Text On Path Transform Panel

Just upgraded from CS4 to CS5.1. I noticed that when I have text on a path, and I try to use the Transform Panel to change the size of the text, it distorts the path. For example, if I make a 10" circle, and place text going around that circle, and then try to use the Transform Panel to put in a new width dimensions (say 5"), it distorts the path and text to an oval shape (wider than tall). I have contrain proportions selected, along with "Scale Strokes & Effects" and "Transform Both" checked on. I noticed this when I had a design I was working on. It was a panther mascot logo in a ciircle with text going around the circle. I tried to use the Transform Panel to change the size of the entire design, and it distorted everything. I problem solved and figured out the text on the path was the culprit. If I select everything excluding the text on the path, it will tranform correctly.
Any insight as to how to resolve this issue (other than converting the text to paths) would be much appreciated.
Thanks.

Yup, that worked, however I really don't like having to turn off preview bounds. I like getting accurate reading on dimensions, especially when objects have strokes on them. Is that a quirk with CS5? I worked with preview bounds turned on in CS4 with no issues. Thanks again for youer help.

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