10-17-2013, 12:28 PM | #1 |
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Tires, temps, and your experiences requested
I live in the moderate climate of Charlotte, NC. I drive my Zed probably once a week and on long road trips (and to the track, when that opportunity presents itself). There's the backstory.
During the holiday season, I do a lot of long-distance driving. That means winter, though not snow on the routes I travel. I know the F1s on the car are supposedly no good under 40 degrees and the manufacturer says not to use them on roads under 20 degrees. Typical tarmac temps in winter, during the day where I travel, can approach freezing, but not much lower. However, that is a gamble. My question for you is, should I re-shoe the car for winter driving (again, not in snow or salt). I will not be buying another set of wheels, just tires (which will probably be appropriately sized Conti DWS). For those who have driven the stock rubber in low temps, what are your thoughts? I've seen varying reports and was wondering if a consensus had been reached. I'd rather not take my daily beater on a long trip. |
10-17-2013, 12:43 PM | #2 | |
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10-17-2013, 01:08 PM | #3 |
I drove on the stock tires last winter through the cold weather. No problems for weeks, until one day when applying the throttle, the rear end just broke loose all of a sudden and put me into a curb. I wasn't even getting on it. Those tires are like riding on ice. I strongly discourage using those tires in the low temperatures. If you do decide to keep them on, pay close attention while driving for the first 15 minutes until they can heat up some.
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10-17-2013, 02:32 PM | #4 |
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The trick is that a six-hour drive at Interstate speeds at night will likely result in a colder road surface than is palatable. I know I'd be better off on the Contis. I'm just trying meekly to not spring for them, as I'd only be on them for about 1500 miles total before spring hit.
Tough to swallow ~$1200 in tires, especially around the holidays. Thank you for your comments. I suppose I was hoping for someone to tell me it'd be okay. Realist are much more appreciated. |
10-17-2013, 02:52 PM | #5 |
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I don't think you'll have any issues. I live in west central Florida and last winter we had several weeks of 40 and below temps and I had no issues after letting the tires warm up a bit.
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10-17-2013, 03:13 PM | #6 |
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Cold: none Warm: none Hot: works great... Lol... |
10-17-2013, 03:28 PM | #7 | |
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http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=312252 if I put 1000 miles on these tires during the winter, I'll be shocked. But I justified the expense because my safety in the car is number one priority and I will use them this winter, then next winter, then the next winter and so on. I eventually expect to get my money's worth when all is said and done.
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10-17-2013, 04:39 PM | #8 | |
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I would have driven them again this winter if not for the praise that the Michellin, PSS's have received for off season and wet weather performance, and durability. I can't wait to see if the PSS's live up to the hype (and price) over this winter.
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10-17-2013, 06:39 PM | #9 |
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I was not going to chance it so I went ahead and bought the michelin pilot tires also. After reading all of the threads about how they crack and no traction I thought the price of the michelin tires were cheaper to buy than crashing my car up with loss of traction or a blow out.
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10-17-2013, 07:39 PM | #10 |
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i visit my family in charlotte area often and usually cold holiday times of year. first couple times was on all 4 goodyears and yes they were a little slicker than normal but in my opinion no worse than when they start to get bald and you get caught in florida rain. now i have DR's on the back and still goodyears up front and ill be making my winter trips with the tires i use everyday down here. personally i wouldn't worry until you go a bit further north where the cold really sets in, just drive safer knowing your not sticking like in the summer
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10-17-2013, 07:48 PM | #12 |
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in the posts with cracked tires i thought they were extreme north like canada
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10-17-2013, 09:27 PM | #13 |
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I second that motion. I feel that I start losing a lot of grip when outside temps get to 55-60 degrees.
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10-17-2013, 09:47 PM | #14 | |
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Besides traction, the most noticeable difference was in the ride. PTM5 on certain roads with GYEF1G:2 would make the car shudder and rattle. With the Michelins, the ride is noticeable softer even in Track Mode. My wife was the real test. She used to scold me when she thought I switched to what she calls "Jackass Mode" (PTM5 or Nannies off). Yesterday, I switched to PTM5 at the light before heading down a particular crappy road that even Tour mode couldn't easily cope with and she didn't notice. I can still perceive the change between Tour, Sport and Track but they are all more plush. I have not yet tested them in the rain or in 50-Degree weather so I can't speak to my first impressions under those conditions yet. My 6th day opinion...So far I am very pleased with the Michelins. My car feels better equipped for my daily driving on the Michelins. However, If I was going to track my car knowing only what I know right now, I would probably feel more confident on the Good Years. Simply, because I am more experienced with them.
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