Rec: Summer tires that won't kill me in the rain
11-17-2006, 05:57 AM
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Summer tires are a no-no in the winter. The rubber compounder aren't made for the cold weather and will become very hard, and very dangerous (hence Summer tire). My suggestion is to get a 2nd set of wheels and a set of winter tires. If you still want to have fun in the cold, get the Winter Sport M3's as they have quite good dry traction but can even take snow well.
11-17-2006, 10:36 AM
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Originally Posted by AssassinJN,Nov 17 2006, 06:57 AM
Summer tires are a no-no in the winter. The rubber compounder aren't made for the cold weather and will become very hard, and very dangerous (hence Summer tire). My suggestion is to get a 2nd set of wheels and a set of winter tires.
What do I need to be careful of in the cold? If I just slow everything down will I be okay? When it's cold, I'll just take the bus whenever possible.
Update: Due to the lack of 245/45/16 options, I decided to get new OEM rears.
11-17-2006, 11:14 AM
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Originally Posted by waltk88,Nov 16 2006, 02:04 PM
The Michelin PS2's on my S2000 have been great in the Seattle rains, even through freeway puddles.
Best tire I have ever had PERIOD!
11-17-2006, 12:51 PM
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Originally Posted by 124Spider,Nov 17 2006, 11:40 AM
Drive gently when it's cold and dry. Drive even more gently when it's cold and wet. Don't even think about driving in the snow (even a dusting) on summer tires.
I already made it through one winter here, and I even drove to work every day. I'm not too worried about this year.
11-17-2006, 01:28 PM
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Originally Posted by struan87,Nov 17 2006, 01:51 PM
Yep, that's exactly what I do. We don't get snow in the city, so I should be fine with cautious driving.
I already made it through one winter here, and I even drove to work every day. I'm not too worried about this year.
I already made it through one winter here, and I even drove to work every day. I'm not too worried about this year.
This is my eleventh winter in Seattle, and Seattle does get snow sometimes. So you should pay some attention to the forecast, and if there's even the slightest chance of a flurry, don't drive an S2000 shod in summer tires. They're practically useless in level driving, and Seattle is quite hilly.
11-17-2006, 02:09 PM
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I'm content with my Bridgestone RE750s. They handle the rain just fine, even when it dips into the 30s; I have 16K on the set and they still have a good amount of tread left (enough for me to still feel safe in the rain at least).
I autocross quite a bit on these (2-4 times per month) and they grip well enough; don't expect the sames times as if you were on S-02s or R-comps, but I put down some decent times with them.
I autocross quite a bit on these (2-4 times per month) and they grip well enough; don't expect the sames times as if you were on S-02s or R-comps, but I put down some decent times with them.
11-17-2006, 02:18 PM
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The problem is even when you are driving cautious the other guy may not. With a summer tire in 45 degree or lower and you will loose at least 30% of the traction on the tire.
My best recommendation in your area would be an all season tire if you can't have two sets of tires. All of the tires the guys have mentioned will handle wet just fine. Wet and cold not so good.
If I can help let me know.
My best recommendation in your area would be an all season tire if you can't have two sets of tires. All of the tires the guys have mentioned will handle wet just fine. Wet and cold not so good.
If I can help let me know.
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