Winter tires make a HUGE difference in wet weather driving.
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Winter tires make a HUGE difference in wet weather driving.
With my summer tires (245s) mounted, in wet weather, the ESP kicks in often and violently, making the car buck as it slips, cuts throttle, and kicks back in.
With my winter tires on (225s), I can accelerate fairly quickly and any ESP that kicks in does so much less violently. It really makes the car much more enjoyable.
With my winter tires on (225s), I can accelerate fairly quickly and any ESP that kicks in does so much less violently. It really makes the car much more enjoyable.
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if i keep the amg into next winter it's gonna be full out snow tires on 17" (like blizzak ws60 or 50), a cheap all season and dot r compounds like cups sports or toyo r888..... i have 3 sets of rims.
snows dec through mar. dot r compounds april through oct. all seasons nov into dec and for any long trips.
i *****foot around when i'm on my snows....they're gonna be going on their 4 th season this yr.
snows dec through mar. dot r compounds april through oct. all seasons nov into dec and for any long trips.
i *****foot around when i'm on my snows....they're gonna be going on their 4 th season this yr.
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That's what I've done. Now that I don't track the car, I could go with all seasons, but I've got the extra wheels, and my winter tires (Pilot Alpins) are like new. With a RWD car, it really makes sense to have the best possible winter tires. Next summer tires are going to be Kumhos. Everything I read about them (including the price) makes them a no-brainer.
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I will let you know how I make out with the ones you sold me. More snow this week. It was nice to meet you. If you remember those links please send them over.
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if i keep the amg into next winter it's gonna be full out snow tires on 17" (like blizzak ws60 or 50), a cheap all season and dot r compounds like cups sports or toyo r888..... i have 3 sets of rims.
snows dec through mar. dot r compounds april through oct. all seasons nov into dec and for any long trips.
i *****foot around when i'm on my snows....they're gonna be going on their 4 th season this yr.
snows dec through mar. dot r compounds april through oct. all seasons nov into dec and for any long trips.
i *****foot around when i'm on my snows....they're gonna be going on their 4 th season this yr.
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I ditched 'em this winter for a set of Blizzaks and the car drives 1,000% better on snow and ice. It's now actually fun to drive in the snow. It sucked having to spend 700 bucks for tires for an almost new car but I didn't have much choice. I don't know about other brands (the MXM4 scored high in a Tire Rack rating test) but my guess is generally, an all season tire is a compromise. Mediocre in both summer and winter. If you can, go with dedicated tires for summer and winter. A little more expensive but a much better drive. My $.02.
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That's what I've done. Now that I don't track the car, I could go with all seasons, but I've got the extra wheels, and my winter tires (Pilot Alpins) are like new. With a RWD car, it really makes sense to have the best possible winter tires. Next summer tires are going to be Kumhos. Everything I read about them (including the price) makes them a no-brainer.
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If you have the money, go for a set of cheap wheels and winter tires. They make a world of difference.
I ran All Seasons on my Quattro for the past 2 years until I got a new set of Summer wheels earlier this year. This is my first winter with snow tires (Dunlop WinterSport M3s) and what a difference, even with AWD. With HPAS (high performance all season) and Quattro, it was good, wheels spun sometimes but never stuck. With these M3s, it's like the car is unstoppable through snow and rain, even on the dry. Hard for me to spin the tires unless its ice or ice under the snow. Taking off in a parking lot with a good amount of snow, no drama, just goes.
I ran All Seasons on my Quattro for the past 2 years until I got a new set of Summer wheels earlier this year. This is my first winter with snow tires (Dunlop WinterSport M3s) and what a difference, even with AWD. With HPAS (high performance all season) and Quattro, it was good, wheels spun sometimes but never stuck. With these M3s, it's like the car is unstoppable through snow and rain, even on the dry. Hard for me to spin the tires unless its ice or ice under the snow. Taking off in a parking lot with a good amount of snow, no drama, just goes.
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I got Michelin pilot sport A\S. they are a true all season tires, they have great traction on dry roads and they go right through the snow and have amazing grip on icy roads. I highly recommend them for anyone who wants to get all season tires. My C32 turns into a 4x4 with these tires during snow season!!
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This will be my second winter driving c32 on all season tires.
I have ContiExtremeContact, no complaints at all.
Dry, Wet - excellent.
Snow, Ice - very good.
Price Aprox $100 ea. at TireRack
I have ContiExtremeContact, no complaints at all.
Dry, Wet - excellent.
Snow, Ice - very good.
Price Aprox $100 ea. at TireRack
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I got Michelin pilot sport A\S. they are a true all season tires, they have great traction on dry roads and they go right through the snow and have amazing grip on icy roads. I highly recommend them for anyone who wants to get all season tires. My C32 turns into a 4x4 with these tires during snow season!!
One last thing if its money you wish to save (Rlee) then all-season is the way to go.
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Glad you been doing well with A/S did you use them on the track event we had last?
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But in all seriousness, the grip of these tires on snow is more than enough to get you out of the worst storms I’ve driven in around here in the Northeast! I might consider putting on winter tires when these fail me on snow or ice, but so far they have been getting the job done no matter what the weather or road condition is! best bang for you buck IMO.
Also, for some it's not a matter of saving but more of a convenience, these tires cost me about $220 each!! They are worth each penny since it's great that I don't have to worry about changing a wheel\tire sets every freakin season like I used to do!
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)Those work well for me, but my commute is only 10 miles a day on major streets. If I would have to drive further than that I would go w/ extra set of winter tires.
Right now if it is very bad out there I use my wifes SUV.
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Let’s see, after having no traction on the stock almost bald conti all season tires... Yes, the Michelins pilot sport A\S definitely made me feel like I was on a 4x4 ride! lol.
But in all seriousness, the grip of these tires on snow is more than enough to get you out of the worst storms I’ve driven in around here in the Northeast! I might consider putting on winter tires when these fail me on snow or ice, but so far they have been getting the job done no matter what the weather or road condition is! best bang for you buck IMO.
Also, for some it's not a matter of saving but more of a convenience, these tires cost me about $220 each!! They are worth each penny since it's great that I don't have to worry about changing a wheel\tire sets every freakin season like I used to do!
But in all seriousness, the grip of these tires on snow is more than enough to get you out of the worst storms I’ve driven in around here in the Northeast! I might consider putting on winter tires when these fail me on snow or ice, but so far they have been getting the job done no matter what the weather or road condition is! best bang for you buck IMO.
Also, for some it's not a matter of saving but more of a convenience, these tires cost me about $220 each!! They are worth each penny since it's great that I don't have to worry about changing a wheel\tire sets every freakin season like I used to do!
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yes the very same tires ( brand and model ) different (read new) set ( due to longer right leg )
Those work well for me, but my commute is only 10 miles a day on major streets. If I would have to drive further than that I would go w/ extra set of winter tires.
Right now if it is very bad out there I use my wifes SUV.
Regards
Jack
)Those work well for me, but my commute is only 10 miles a day on major streets. If I would have to drive further than that I would go w/ extra set of winter tires.
Right now if it is very bad out there I use my wifes SUV.
Regards
Jack
imagine if you had purpose built tires on...maybe a flat 13.0 on a strock car. Did you get your pulleys yet?
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do this......re "transparent performance mods" start a thread with what you wanted to do...i don't think it was ever discussed before...you'll get good feedback and i'll chime in as well.
search terms "glycol valeo" and you'll find info on the whole radiator issue.
i have someone who can work on the c32 in my town, a bit far but thought i let you know anyway...
and if you need lsd i know a tranny specialist/quaife dealer in ny.
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i'm running Toyo in the summer and Pirelli Winters currently for the winter... and yes they make hell of a difference even with 4matic. i was in a area with state emergency last year cuz we had so much snow and i was passing SUV's, trucks, etc and the car was still very confident and safe!
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I'm a big fan of dedicated snow tires since buying my BMW. Without snows its dangerous to drive, loves to fishtail.
In the winter I run Blizzaks WS50 on dedicated snow rims.
For the rest of the year, Michelin Pilots.
Its amazing how much different snow tires make on a RWD car.
