Matt Wehland wrote:
> The only thing that I can add to this thread is a thought on tire cost.
> I figure that the cost is only more up front, with 2 sets of tires, they
> won't see as much use and will last much longer, therefore I don't need to
> buy new tires for longer. I run 17" tires on my mustang and I figure that
> I actually save money in the long run by using a set of snow tires.
Not only that, the soft compound of summer tires can actually be damaged
by cold, to the point that they become low-traction bricks. I
distinctly remember the first time I subjected my SP8000s to
sub-freezing temperatures... wow!
> $100 ea. for the 15" blizzaks that I run vs $200 or more a piece for summer
> tires. So the expensive summer tires last longer and I save money, I just
> have to store another set of wheels (that's what my folks house is for).
*heh* Wanna talk tire storage?
http://www.db94.net/images/tire-piles.jpg
Surprisingly, as long as they're in order, my wife doesn't mind them too
much! Hey, speaking of which... don't know why I didn't make the
connection in the past... I have two sets of 185/60-14 tires for sale.
I think the original question was for 185/70-14, so these are probably
the wrong size. Sorry for the ad, if the original poster (or anyone
else) is interested, let me know privately.
> Also I wanted to thank Jon Rush for the link to the Gislaveds Nordfrosts,
Yeah, I was about to get another set of Arctic Alpins, but I think I'll
try his suggestion. Anyone who has seen him drive at Philly autocross
events knows to take his tire suggestions without question. :D
> {snip}
> Also don't even think about running a summer only tire in the snow, they
> turn into slicks (once again don't ask :-)
Ahhh, yes! (see above!)
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