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246 messages, Last post on Dec 04, 2009 at 5:03 AM
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Replying to: kathyc2 (Jun 12, 2008 4:43 pm) If you go with a high-performance all-season, your handling will actually improve, but you'll sacrifice some quietness. All-season tires are basically a year-round compromise - they aren't the best at anything, but they are solid performers in all areas. As for actual snow traction, I've gotten by with all-seasons during our infrequent snow storms here in Seattle, but they are not confident in the snow. If you are careful and don't try to go up/down too steep hills, you will be OK. Probably. |
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but... when did you get this car? If you had it last year, did you drive it on the summer tires in the winter?
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Replying to: kyfdx (Jun 12, 2008 8:13 pm) I'm heading out to the tire store, and hope with what I've learned here and what they tell me, I'll be able to make a good choice. Thanks all.
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Replying to: kathyc2 (Jun 14, 2008 5:51 am)
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Replying to: roadburner (Jun 15, 2008 7:22 pm) Hope they work on the white stuff this winter.
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Replying to: kathyc2 (Jun 16, 2008 1:49 pm) |
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I'm very close to purchasing a 335xi.. However the model in stock has the Sport Package with the optional 18" Performance wheel/tires. While I love the looks of this wheel, I live in Colorado and a "summer only" tire is not for me. And as you all know, they don't make an 18" RFT all-season. So I would have to go with Non-RFT All Season and carry a sealant/inflator kit. My gut tells me to go with the 17" all season tire/wheel package that's standard with the Sport Package. Can anyone tell me if the 18" wheel has any other benefits (other than it's looks or cornering) that would warrant going with it? Thanks
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Replying to: mmcvie (Jun 23, 2008 7:46 am) If the car isn't going to see the track or autocross course I would go with the 17" wheels. You might also find the ride to be a bit more compliant and the 17" wheels will be less prone to damage from potholes and such. |
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Replying to: kathyc2 (May 28, 2008 4:05 pm) I would have to say that my 325 with the full set of snow tires was better in the snow than my previous Audi A4 with all-wheel drive and the OEM all-season tires. Just my experience. I also had them mounted at a shop that stores my alternate set of tires, so I just take the car there twice a year to have them swapped. Unfortunately, the price seems to go up every time, but for now it beats trying to store them at home. |
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Replying to: JingleJill (Mar 22, 2008 2:23 am) Was really educated by the folks on this site. THANKS! Like JingleJill...have a 2003 BMW 330ci (sports package with 17 ZR) and...in south Texas....Austin.....between this website and tirerack.com....did TONS of reading and research....settled on the GENERAL Exclaim UHP....380/91W/AA/A ratings.....got them for $80 each.....plus a a $50 dollar rebate back from Continental/General.......for 360$ at my door....50 bucks to come via rebate....and add $80 for 4 installed......ANYWAY, replaced OEM MIcheline Pilots.....car only has 35K...... The GENERAL tires are awesome!!!!!!!! Like JingleJill...we obviously have no snow....HOTTER than heck....and then when there is the occasional ICE....we stay home because of the steep hills...... The tires HUG the road and are super quiet in their first 2500K......should be relative to the 35K Michelins, right!!!! We drive aggressively of twisty roads here every day....it holds the road like we are riding on rails. Had previously replaced the back 2 with Michelins....for 210$ EACH!!!!!......so at 80 bucks each AND THE VERY HIGH RATINGS FROM USERS AT the TIRERACK site.....figure at $80 dollars each.....we can afford to have them wear out early! Here is a separate question for SHIPO and the braintrust.....at what spec would you replace your rear rotors? Have multiple maintenance or extended warranties on this car.....dealer replaced pads last week but NOT the rotors! THANKS TO ALL OF YOU FOR SHARING YOUR EXPERTISE! Signed, the student
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