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Old 04-08-16, 10:53 AM
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What's a good option for a all season tire for the rcf
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Michelin PS A/S 3, you will be happy with these
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I had those on my ISF no complaints probably the best all season tires you can get. If you can swing it i would get a set of winter wheels
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Michelin PS A/S 3, you will be happy with these
Will these do good in snow? In Cleveland and winters can be rough
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Originally Posted by MGB1120
Will these do good in snow? In Cleveland and winters can be rough
The A/S 3's are good when the temps drop and will give you good traction when it's cold outside. The summer tires become dangerous below 40 degrees, the rubber compound makes it feel like you're driving on hockey pucks. Even when it's dry out, if it's cold enough you will easily lose traction if you're not extremely careful, after one too many close calls I put the A/S 3's on my V and couldn't be more pleased.

The A/S 3's will get you through a dusting to an inch in a pinch, but if you are planning to daily drive in the snow you should really consider a set of dedicated winter tires. Rear wheel drive and close to 470HP aren't a good mix in the snow without winter tires.

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Originally Posted by MGB1120
Will these do good in snow? In Cleveland and winters can be rough
Absolutely not... Winter requires a winter tire.

There is no such thing as an all season, they are now 3 season tires.

Get winter tires or increase your insurance coverage... trust me.
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Agree with the above comments. Especially on a RWD car, you want winter tires.
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Don't forget your "Snow Mode" button. It helps a lot. I end up using it with snow and during rainy days when the psi goes down below 40...
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Originally Posted by ba2sy
Don't forget your "Snow Mode" button. It helps a lot. I end up using it with snow and during rainy days when the psi goes down below 40...
Shouldnt the cold temp psi be 36?
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OP - something else to consider in regards to dedicated winter tires. They will not only improve your traction, but more importantly they will improve your braking in snow and in very cold temps.
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