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kutch720 · 12-22-2009, 10:36 PM

I knew that this would be an issue when I bought the Camaro. So I went out and bought a $1700 beater Suburban. Guess what no more summer tire problems.

troop231 · 12-22-2009, 10:36 PM

I guess it all amounts to how much risk does the owner want to take with stock tires? A beater car/truck would be cheaper then rims/tires for winter most likely, maybe not much of a cool factor lol but then you have to ask yourself which is more important, coolness, or a wrecked car/injury.

CGM DIVA · 12-22-2009, 10:39 PM

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Originally Posted by 1320junkie

And that is something that the buyer should consider before buying the car. That's not on GM

yeah, gotta agree with Junkie on this one...I live in Northern Cali, so it's not an issue for me, but that's like me buying a stock entry level yukon from the lot and then being pissed of cause it didn't come with 22" rims and window tint... I knew what I was buying before I drove it home...

ctrick · 12-22-2009, 10:44 PM

I plan on driving it whenever I get it. Really bad snowstorms - probably not (have an other car), but I'm planning on 90%.

You own the car - the car doesn't own you. Everyone has to know their vehicle, it's capabilities and nuances. If it's too much of a car - don't buy it.

cKerensky · 12-22-2009, 10:47 PM

All seasons are terrible in winter. It gives a false sense of security. If you're driving in the winter, get winter tires.

Its what I did, got new rims and tires to go on it, very few problems at all (and the new rims look slick)

Scrappy Doo · 12-22-2009, 11:15 PM

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Originally Posted by troop231

I just dont think it's fair that people in cold areas have to suffer with poor grip, i mean a bad injury or death could result to the driver or someone in another vehicle being hit.

Then buy a 4 wheel drive. You know ahead of time that you ahve summer only tires. park it in the winter, or get snow tires. plain and simple.

RJK350S10 · 12-22-2009, 11:15 PM

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Originally Posted by troop231

I just dont think it's fair that people in cold areas have to suffer with poor grip, i mean a bad injury or death could result to the driver or someone in another vehicle being hit.

When you make a purchase such as this one needs to look at all the pros and cons. This is why we have three vehicles now. It did not take much to figure out a high HP rear wheel drive vehicle would not do well where we live. The car has a purpose and winter driving is not it.

I want the best tire for it's intended purpose.

Krozzbow · 12-22-2009, 11:16 PM

That’s why I drive it like a Ferrari to avoid these mishap.

axis · 12-22-2009, 11:24 PM

The massive blind spot doesn't help either. The tires a non issue. If you don't know what you're buying, you shouldn't be buying it.

troop231 · 12-22-2009, 11:24 PM

To tell you the truth, I dont see anywhere on the chevy build your own camaro site where it mentions what kind of tires are on it, not that I dont know, but still http://www.chevrolet.com/camaro/features-specs/

1320junkie · 12-22-2009, 11:28 PM

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Originally Posted by troop231

To tell you the truth, I dont see anywhere on the chevy build your own camaro site where it mentions what kind of tires are on it, not that I dont know, but still http://www.chevrolet.com/camaro/features-specs/

bottom of the page

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Use only GM-approved tire and wheel combinations. For important tire and wheel information go to gmaccessorieszone.com or see your dealer for details.

troop231 · 12-22-2009, 11:31 PM

It always seems that manufacturers put stuff in fine print that they're scared of letting people to know in larger font because they know it will be a deterrent to many

bballr4567 · 12-22-2009, 11:32 PM

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Originally Posted by troop231

To tell you the truth, I dont see anywhere on the chevy build your own camaro site where it mentions what kind of tires are on it, not that I dont know, but still http://www.chevrolet.com/camaro/features-specs/

http://www.chevrolet.com/tools/windo...locresults_rat

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# Wheels, 20" Aluminum Polished
# P245/45R20 20" Summer Only Tires

Shows it in the window stickers.

1320junkie · 12-22-2009, 11:34 PM

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Originally Posted by troop231

It always seems that manufacturers put stuff in fine print that they're scared of letting people to know in larger font because they know it will be a deterrent to many

I am not trying to be rude so please don't take it that way..but who buys a car and does not know what type of tires come on it?

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12-22-2009, 10:36 PM	#15
kutch720 Drives: Camaro 1LT RS Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Maine Posts: 353 View My Garage	I knew that this would be an issue when I bought the Camaro. So I went out and bought a $1700 beater Suburban. Guess what no more summer tire problems.

12-22-2009, 10:36 PM	#16
troop231 Drives: None Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Ohio Posts: 40	I guess it all amounts to how much risk does the owner want to take with stock tires? A beater car/truck would be cheaper then rims/tires for winter most likely, maybe not much of a cool factor lol but then you have to ask yourself which is more important, coolness, or a wrecked car/injury.

12-22-2009, 10:44 PM	#18
ctrick Drives: not yet Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: ct Posts: 23	I plan on driving it whenever I get it. Really bad snowstorms - probably not (have an other car), but I'm planning on 90%. You own the car - the car doesn't own you. Everyone has to know their vehicle, it's capabilities and nuances. If it's too much of a car - don't buy it.

12-22-2009, 10:47 PM	#19
cKerensky Drives: 2010 RJT 1LT Camaro! Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Canada Posts: 72	All seasons are terrible in winter. It gives a false sense of security. If you're driving in the winter, get winter tires. Its what I did, got new rims and tires to go on it, very few problems at all (and the new rims look slick)

12-22-2009, 11:16 PM	#22
Krozzbow Drives: 2LT/BB 3.6 V6 6-M Jun'09 #A9100242 Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: New York Posts: 543 View My Garage	That’s why I drive it like a Ferrari to avoid these mishap.

12-22-2009, 11:24 PM	#23
axis Search Ninja Drives: 2010 Black 2SS/RS A6 Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Central Ark Posts: 7,183	The massive blind spot doesn't help either. The tires a non issue. If you don't know what you're buying, you shouldn't be buying it.

12-22-2009, 11:31 PM	#26
troop231 Drives: None Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Ohio Posts: 40	It always seems that manufacturers put stuff in fine print that they're scared of letting people to know in larger font because they know it will be a deterrent to many