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Maintenance & Repair Winter Driving - are you prepared?
149 messages, Last post on Aug 19, 2009 at 8:38 AM
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Replying to: coldfoot (Dec 19, 2005 10:19 am)
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Replying to: coldfoot (Dec 19, 2005 10:19 am) |
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Replying to: explorer05 (Dec 19, 2005 1:49 pm) |
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Replying to: extremebigdog (Dec 12, 2005 10:49 am) Thanks.
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Replying to: jlawrence01 (Dec 09, 2005 1:15 pm)
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Replying to: downsouth (Feb 11, 2006 12:10 pm) |
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Replying to: chilly_outside (Dec 22, 2005 2:07 pm) At first I was a bit surprised at how bumpy they were, but thats really just on hard surfaces. As soon as you get on the soft stuff they smooth right out. Its really amazing how well they work. I have an AWD Element and I tried them out on the front with no difficulties whatsoever. I would highly recommend them. I can't wait to try them out in the sand and mud.
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Replying to: extremebigdog (Feb 25, 2006 10:00 pm) I've had great success with "Z" cables on my motorhome (equipped with ABS) and RX300 with elect traction/ABS in the steep icy inclines at Mammoth. But always looking for something smoother, lighter, easier to deal with, and less potential for vehicle damage. Thanks for the "road test report". |
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what are we all doing to prepare for SUMMER driving? I'm packing sunglasses and a windshield sunshade to keep my car not so hot when I go to park outside in the burning sun. |
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Hi all, I could use some good winter driving advice to help select my next car. I don't deal with snow daily, but make 12-15 trips each year to tahoe on the weekends and need a car that can handle moderate snow levels. Because I won't be driving in snow on a daily basis, snow tires are not an option. If I get an AWD system (looking at the new G), when would it be necessary to put chains on? Do you put chains on all 4 tires in that case? And, when Northern CA has the road restrictions to "chains or AWD with Snow Tires" would I be able to get past with AWD and all seasons? I apologize if these seem like silly questions to winter drivers (born and raised in AZ where we just have to worry about how much sun block to wear), but before I buy a car with AWD I would like to know how much use I would be able to get out of it. I like the idea of AWD, but if I have to put chains on when road restrictions are posted then its not worth the hassle. If I get RWD car, do I just have to put chains on the rear tires, or fronts as well? And, would a 300hp RWD car with traction control be unwieldy in the snow with chains? I have a 200hp FWD without traction control that is manageable, but still feels a little too out of control at times for comfort in icy conditions. Thanks for any advice.
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