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Old Dec 14, 2007 | 02:32 PM
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Traction in snow

Are these cars as bad as I experienced yesterday?? I couldn't barely move in the snow. By adding weight to the rear i.e. sand bags in the rear compartment will it help or make it worse?? Thanks for all replies. I have a 99C208 Sport with 16" wheels
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Old Dec 14, 2007 | 10:24 PM
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well I guess normal tires in snow=bald tires in rain, when I had bald tires I wasnt able to move during rain
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Old Dec 15, 2007 | 12:39 PM
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Make sure your tank is full. That will add weight. Weight will help with traction to get you going forward. It can work against if you ever to get into a spin though.

I agree with the previous poster. Tires make all the difference. If you have tires designed more for sport handling, they are going to suck in the snow.
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