Winter tires
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Winter tires
I read on another thread the "Gene from Brewster, NY" said he is running on winter tires.
I am waiting for delivery of my Z, without the Z07 package, and have been looking for winter tires as I live in NJ.
What winter tires fit this car and did anyone get a new set of wheels too? If so, what wheels?
Thanks in advance.
I am waiting for delivery of my Z, without the Z07 package, and have been looking for winter tires as I live in NJ.
What winter tires fit this car and did anyone get a new set of wheels too? If so, what wheels?
Thanks in advance.
Burning Brakes
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I read on another thread the "Gene from Brewster, NY" said he is running on winter tires.
I am waiting for delivery of my Z, without the Z07 package, and have been looking for winter tires as I live in NJ.
What winter tires fit this car and did anyone get a new set of wheels too? If so, what wheels?
Thanks in advance.
I am waiting for delivery of my Z, without the Z07 package, and have been looking for winter tires as I live in NJ.
What winter tires fit this car and did anyone get a new set of wheels too? If so, what wheels?
Thanks in advance.
Le Mans Master
Joined: Oct 2004
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From: Toronto Ontario Canada
I read on another thread the "Gene from Brewster, NY" said he is running on winter tires.
I am waiting for delivery of my Z, without the Z07 package, and have been looking for winter tires as I live in NJ.
What winter tires fit this car and did anyone get a new set of wheels too? If so, what wheels?
Thanks in advance.
I am waiting for delivery of my Z, without the Z07 package, and have been looking for winter tires as I live in NJ.
What winter tires fit this car and did anyone get a new set of wheels too? If so, what wheels?
Thanks in advance.
Pro
Joined: Mar 2014
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From: N. Venice Florida
I read on another thread the "Gene from Brewster, NY" said he is running on winter tires.
I am waiting for delivery of my Z, without the Z07 package, and have been looking for winter tires as I live in NJ.
What winter tires fit this car and did anyone get a new set of wheels too? If so, what wheels?
Thanks in advance.
I am waiting for delivery of my Z, without the Z07 package, and have been looking for winter tires as I live in NJ.
What winter tires fit this car and did anyone get a new set of wheels too? If so, what wheels?
Thanks in advance.
Team Owner
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From: Corvette owner since 1999 - Chicago Illinois
The first mod everyone should do is get rid of the run flat crap... you will notice a major difference in ride.
btw... I run winter tires on my R8, soft rubber makes a huge difference in cold weather.
btw... I run winter tires on my R8, soft rubber makes a huge difference in cold weather.
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Just a note-
The TCS/VSC/ABS system(s) will absolutely keep the vehicle in line, to the degree physics will allow.
If you've ever been on a skidpad and turned off those systems, you'd be astounded by how the vehicle reacts, in that vehicles are nearly uncontrollable. Turn those systems back on, and you're in full control.
Point: yes the tires make a difference, but keep in mind as long as you're not doing something absurdly stupid, a Z with the right tires, will be as stable on wet/icy roads, as a Volvo, BMW, etc.
Agree ground clearance becomes an issue, but if the snow is that deep, you should jail break the SUV.
The TCS/VSC/ABS system(s) will absolutely keep the vehicle in line, to the degree physics will allow.
If you've ever been on a skidpad and turned off those systems, you'd be astounded by how the vehicle reacts, in that vehicles are nearly uncontrollable. Turn those systems back on, and you're in full control.
Point: yes the tires make a difference, but keep in mind as long as you're not doing something absurdly stupid, a Z with the right tires, will be as stable on wet/icy roads, as a Volvo, BMW, etc.
Agree ground clearance becomes an issue, but if the snow is that deep, you should jail break the SUV.
Race Director
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From: Bluffton SC via Canton Oh
As a future '16 Z owner.........I'll chime in and vote for Conti DWS tires IF they have them in the size for the Z. Got them on my C7 and so much more confident driving in colder weather.
Team Owner
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From: Corvette owner since 1999 - Chicago Illinois
you have to account for tire width... way more prone to hydroplaning than a tire on a BMW,etc...
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I agree that this is not a car to drive in the snow or icy conditions.
I am looking for an all season tire that I can drive with in the cold but dry weather.
I read the GM bulletin that under 40 degrees F the Michelin s lose a lot of traction and that under 20 degrees F do not even move the car.
I am looking for an all season tire that I can drive with in the cold but dry weather.
I read the GM bulletin that under 40 degrees F the Michelin s lose a lot of traction and that under 20 degrees F do not even move the car.
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From: Corvette owner since 1999 - Chicago Illinois
I agree that this is not a car to drive in the snow or icy conditions.
I am looking for an all season tire that I can drive with in the cold but dry weather.
I read the GM bulletin that under 40 degrees F the Michelin s lose a lot of traction and that under 20 degrees F do not even move the car.
I am looking for an all season tire that I can drive with in the cold but dry weather.
I read the GM bulletin that under 40 degrees F the Michelin s lose a lot of traction and that under 20 degrees F do not even move the car.