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hansenp · 12-07-2009, 11:56 PM

35 -40 and rain no problem

Jlpinc4y · 12-08-2009, 01:26 AM

i am scurred to take her out of my garage :( im going to just wait for mister sunshine.

axis · 12-08-2009, 02:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Jlpinc4y

i am scurred to take her out of my garage :( im going to just wait for mister sunshine.

If you want to save the tires for summer, then by all means get some AS tires. If you're scared to drive on them just because it's cold outside, get over it. Yes they stick better in hotter temps but they will do just fine in cold weather too. Just stay out of the ice and snow with them.

Scott@Bjorn3D · 12-08-2009, 05:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Jlpinc4y

right now, yes, its FREEZING.. This is the coldest its been in a while

Hey keep that talk down. Al Gore said we have Global Warming and we do not want to burst his bubble.

SlingShot · 12-08-2009, 06:22 AM

Just a few freak cold fronts moving through.... I wouldn't worry about it, we were in low 40's end of last week and back to 80 today ....

amanc96 · 12-08-2009, 07:37 AM

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Originally Posted by SlingShot

Just a few freak cold fronts moving through.... I wouldn't worry about it, we were in low 40's end of last week and back to 80 today ....

80 degrees? Rub it in some more....

ljustin293 · 12-08-2009, 07:53 AM

I've had not problem in the mid 20s, just keep your foot out of it a little when it's really cold out, that simple...it'll be warm again and you can have fun later

thesnoopster · 12-08-2009, 07:54 AM

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Originally Posted by amanc96

80 degrees? Rub it in some more....

Yeah what he said

tom692010 · 12-08-2009, 08:00 AM

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Originally Posted by PnCRedJwl2SS

I've been driving around all week in temps between 29-45 degrees F and have had NO traction problems whatsoever. I know they are summer tires, but I think they are fine as long as you aren't trying to drive them in snowy and icy conditions. Mine have provided really good grip in wet, rainy conditions.

Anyone else? Would be good to hear other perspectives...

I agree. I've been riding in Co with temps lower than 35 and have had no issues. I have studded snow tires that go on when there's snow...like right now. I also don't drive as aggressive as I would once the weathers warms up. I've been starting out in 2nd and then shifting to 4th. It has gotten up to 19 mpgs and no slipping /sliding.

mjlash22 · 12-08-2009, 08:13 AM

The temperature alone may not cause the tires performance to drop, but add in snow and ice and you will have a mess. You definitely want to drive conservatively and properly let them warm up, or you will be slipping. Still would recommend an all season or winter tire set.

Chrisrp454 · 12-08-2009, 08:17 AM

Same here this morning misting rain/rain weather 39 degrees F or so and no problems whatsoever, had mine have 4600 miles on them.

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Originally Posted by PnCRedJwl2SS

I've been driving around all week in temps between 29-45 degrees F and have had NO traction problems whatsoever. I know they are summer tires, but I think they are fine as long as you aren't trying to drive them in snowy and icy conditions. Mine have provided really good grip in wet, rainy conditions.

Anyone else? Would be good to hear other perspectives...

Rogue Leader · 12-08-2009, 08:23 AM

I'm gonna post a review of the only all seasons available in stock size in a few min...

But with regard to using Summers in the cold. Yes they do work fine, your car is not going to just lose control. However their limit of adhesion is far lower in cold tempratures because they cannot warm up at all. What does that mean to you? If you have to make an evasive maneuver you will have significantly less roadholding ability than a good all season set of tires. The problem is after driving them in the summer you will be used to a certain level and that level will be long gone. Add wet weather to the mix (just rain, not even snow) and while I'm sure you can get around, the tires are QUITE dangerous.

Some summers are worse than others, on my vette if it was 30 degrees the Kumho Ecsta summers I had would barely let me get down the street without sliding. The Pirellis are far more expensive and better tires, so they aren't as bad, but I bought a set of all seasons because its not worth the risk of losing control when I need it.

Michael_Js · 12-08-2009, 08:29 AM

I've had no issues here in "Southern" CA. Same temps, tons of rain yesterday, windy & cold. I actually tried breaking them loose on takeoff and on curves. Not that hard to do, but the traction control really kicks in and works great! I won't be switching tires until these wear out. I see no reason to switch good tires unless you're driving a bit crazy. Now, I won't be going to play in the snow this weekend in the local mountains with The Beast - that will be my gf's 4x4

Just drive smart! It's only that cold in the early mornings and late nights...

Just my experiences...

vernal · 12-08-2009, 02:48 PM

My concern is regarding damage to the tires from driving in cold weather. Yesterday was the first time I had driven in weather below 40, and although I noticed I was driving on pebbles for 15 or so minutes until the tires warmed up the traction was acceptable. However, will the softer compound suffer from being driven in the cold temps?

12-08-2009, 06:22 AM	#19
SlingShot Drives: 2012 ZL1 - #670 Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Seminole, Fl. Posts: 8,009	Just a few freak cold fronts moving through.... I wouldn't worry about it, we were in low 40's end of last week and back to 80 today .... __________________

12-08-2009, 08:13 AM	#24
mjlash22 Drives: 2007 Ford Fusion SE Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Metro Detroit Posts: 1,440	The temperature alone may not cause the tires performance to drop, but add in snow and ice and you will have a mess. You definitely want to drive conservatively and properly let them warm up, or you will be slipping. Still would recommend an all season or winter tire set. __________________ Ordered: 2LT/RS CGM, A6 1100 = Preliminary Order 10/1/09 2000 = Accepted By GM 12/31/09 3000 = Accepted By Production Control 1/7/10 (TPW: 2/1/10) 3400 = Broadcast 1/23/10 3800 = Produced 2/2/10 (2G1FC1EV6A9189068) 4150 = Invoiced 2/5/10 4200 = Shipped 5000 = Delivered To Dealer 6000 = Delivered To Customer

12-08-2009, 08:23 AM	#26
Rogue Leader Iatefiberglassinsulation Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS M6 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Long Island Posts: 3,601 View My Garage	I'm gonna post a review of the only all seasons available in stock size in a few min... But with regard to using Summers in the cold. Yes they do work fine, your car is not going to just lose control. However their limit of adhesion is far lower in cold tempratures because they cannot warm up at all. What does that mean to you? If you have to make an evasive maneuver you will have significantly less roadholding ability than a good all season set of tires. The problem is after driving them in the summer you will be used to a certain level and that level will be long gone. Add wet weather to the mix (just rain, not even snow) and while I'm sure you can get around, the tires are QUITE dangerous. Some summers are worse than others, on my vette if it was 30 degrees the Kumho Ecsta summers I had would barely let me get down the street without sliding. The Pirellis are far more expensive and better tires, so they aren't as bad, but I bought a set of all seasons because its not worth the risk of losing control when I need it. __________________ 2010 Chevrolet Camaro SS - was daily driver, now toy 2020 Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio - Daily Driver 2017 Mercedes Benz GLE 350 - Wifes Car 2008 Chevy Silverado 2500 HD LT 6.0 - Tow Vehicle 1991 Alfa Romeo 164S - Project Car 1994 Volkswagen Golf - Race Car "Like" my race team on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/farfrumwinnin

12-08-2009, 08:29 AM	#27
Michael_Js SoCal C5 Family Member Drives: 2010 Camaro SS/RS - Black w/IOM; 6M Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: San Diego, CA, USA Posts: 5,299 View My Garage	I've had no issues here in "Southern" CA. Same temps, tons of rain yesterday, windy & cold. I actually tried breaking them loose on takeoff and on curves. Not that hard to do, but the traction control really kicks in and works great! I won't be switching tires until these wear out. I see no reason to switch good tires unless you're driving a bit crazy. Now, I won't be going to play in the snow this weekend in the local mountains with The Beast - that will be my gf's 4x4 Just drive smart! It's only that cold in the early mornings and late nights... Just my experiences... __________________ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 2010 Black 2SS/RS; 6M; IOM, GFX, sunroof; ADM Race CAI; Zoomers CB; Viper Alarm; Pdaft F&R sways, Adj Endlinks, Rtrailing arms, Camber kit, strut brace, Front Trailing Arm Bushing; SLP Skip-Shift Elim; Tinted lights/windows; Hurst Short-throw; LoJack; Door & Dash ABL Mods; ********; JBA Shorty headers; AACStyle LEDs; Stillen DS rotors, Hawk Ceramic pads; Havoc Blk Chrome wheels: 20x9s; Lingenfelter Blk Al Pedals; RevXtreme Catch Can; Goodridge SS lines; Ported TB; RK Sport hood; Hotchkis chassis brace; KW V3 coilovers;

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12-07-2009, 11:56 PM	#15
hansenp Drives: 2010 Camaro 2 SS/RS Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: San Francisco, California Posts: 416	35 -40 and rain no problem

12-08-2009, 01:26 AM	#16
Jlpinc4y Drives: 2010 Camaro 2LT RS Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Sierra Madre Posts: 78	i am scurred to take her out of my garage :( im going to just wait for mister sunshine.

12-08-2009, 07:53 AM	#21
ljustin293 Drives: 2010 VR CAMARO 2SS/RS Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: GA Posts: 15,060 View My Garage	I've had not problem in the mid 20s, just keep your foot out of it a little when it's really cold out, that simple...it'll be warm again and you can have fun later

12-08-2009, 02:48 PM	#28
vernal Drives: 2010 2SS ABM 6M;1992 5.0 LX Hatch Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Gaithersburg, MD Posts: 247	My concern is regarding damage to the tires from driving in cold weather. Yesterday was the first time I had driven in weather below 40, and although I noticed I was driving on pebbles for 15 or so minutes until the tires warmed up the traction was acceptable. However, will the softer compound suffer from being driven in the cold temps?