Prince
Torque King
Yes I know the Summer isn't quite over yet but Winter tyres are cheaper now before the mad rush for them so what winter tyres have you tried and would recommend or avoid?
Winter tyres already when it's supposed to be 24c on Sunday! BBQ BBQ my kingdom for a BBQ :bigsmile:
Have never ever used a set of winter tyres young Prince :blink: But I look forward to the knowledge and wisdom of the wise one's as to the right choice to make!
Have a nice weekend by the way :bigsmile:
Just be sure to buy winter tyres and not all season ones.
Some interesting thoughts there Zwaf. I will be using 17 inch 7.5J rims during winter. Not sure on whether to go with 225/45s or 215/40s though.
Agreed. excessively wide tyres in the winter can cause problems especially so on low weight cars.
Winter rims and tyres are a good plan in my opinion. I am considering investing in a set myself.
Well said Mr Zwaf
Prince, a softer suspension setup is more ideal in slippery conditions so a bigger sidewall does come into the equasion as it does actually form part of the suspension,
if possible i would also increase the ride height slightly and soften it up a bit, you'll find your car more controlable in the snow.
Thinner tyres tend to cut through the snow/water more than wider tyres, its all about pressure excerted in particular area, rally cars use very thin tyres in the snow stages (Sweden)
Paul, I'd go for 215's on your motor mate, what are you running now in comparison?
Prince, a softer suspension setup is more ideal in slippery conditions so a bigger sidewall does come into the equasion as it does actually form part of the suspension,
if possible i would also increase the ride height slightly and soften it up a bit, you'll find your car more controlable in the snow.