Winter traction suggestions
#1
Winter traction suggestions
So it is approaching that time again in Ohio when the snow falls. Last year my 2008 IS 350 didn't perform very well in snow, slush, or ice. This year I am hoping to do better. Other than snow tires, what do you guys recommend to improve performance on snow? I have thought about adding weight in the trunk to increase traction between the rear wheels and the pavement, but I wasn't sure what to put back there.
#3
I live in Chicago and we just got our first big snowfall.
I have a RWD IS350 also and really didn't have any trouble getting around. Even on back roads that haven't been plowed yet.
I'm on fairly new Hankook Winter I*cept Evo2's and used snow mode (really made a huge difference) and had no problems.
Later in the season if I start having problems I plan to just stop by Lowes or Home Depot and picked up 50lb bags of sand to put in the trunk.
I have a RWD IS350 also and really didn't have any trouble getting around. Even on back roads that haven't been plowed yet.
I'm on fairly new Hankook Winter I*cept Evo2's and used snow mode (really made a huge difference) and had no problems.
Later in the season if I start having problems I plan to just stop by Lowes or Home Depot and picked up 50lb bags of sand to put in the trunk.
#5
I live in Chicago and we just got our first big snowfall.
I have a RWD IS350 also and really didn't have any trouble getting around. Even on back roads that haven't been plowed yet.
I'm on fairly new Hankook Winter I*cept Evo2's and used snow mode (really made a huge difference) and had no problems.
Later in the season if I start having problems I plan to just stop by Lowes or Home Depot and picked up 50lb bags of sand to put in the trunk.
I have a RWD IS350 also and really didn't have any trouble getting around. Even on back roads that haven't been plowed yet.
I'm on fairly new Hankook Winter I*cept Evo2's and used snow mode (really made a huge difference) and had no problems.
Later in the season if I start having problems I plan to just stop by Lowes or Home Depot and picked up 50lb bags of sand to put in the trunk.
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Get a good condition used Winter set on craigslist, and you won't have to worry about putting bags in your trunk. I run Blizzak on my RVR, and GT Altimax Artic on my IS250, I Prefer the Altimax as I notice better traction on ice. I used to run a cheap brand of winter tires on my SC400, and the traction was still far superior compared to the all seasons tires.
Good luck with your hunt, stay safe.
-Jay
Good luck with your hunt, stay safe.
-Jay
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#8
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Aside from snow tires, maybe using snow mode but I really don't find it much better than a light foot with normal mode. For snow tires, if you live in a place with a lot of snow that doesn't get cleared up I would suggest Blizzaks and X Ice 3s if you have constant plows.
#9
I have the staggered 18 inch rims with tire sizes F 225/40R18 and R 255/40R18. I am having trouble finding snow tires for the rear tire size. Does anyone have experience using a slightly smaller or larger tire on the rear wheels?
#10
I believe a good set (all 4) of winter tires like the Hankook I Pike 409 should do the job. They are the best winter tires I have ever used (lived in Canada for 25 years).
http://www.1010tires.com/Tires/Revie...+Winter+i-Pike
Nokian was working on this gem. Now that would have been an amazing tire.
https://www.wired.com/2014/02/winter-tire-hidden-studs/
http://www.1010tires.com/Tires/Revie...+Winter+i-Pike
Nokian was working on this gem. Now that would have been an amazing tire.
https://www.wired.com/2014/02/winter-tire-hidden-studs/
#11
I'm in chicago on brand new blizzaks. No issues at all, I also went with slimmer tires in the back as well. I'm running 225 all around. I just hit the gas and it eats through all the snow like butter. I woukd NEVER get used winter tires but that's just my opinion. Lots of posts say 6/32 or 7/32 tire tread left and call that 50% life left. Ummmm NO 6/32 for winter tires they are Dead time to toss them.
#12
I'm in chicago on brand new blizzaks. No issues at all, I also went with slimmer tires in the back as well. I'm running 225 all around. I just hit the gas and it eats through all the snow like butter. I woukd NEVER get used winter tires but that's just my opinion. Lots of posts say 6/32 or 7/32 tire tread left and call that 50% life left. Ummmm NO 6/32 for winter tires they are Dead time to toss them.
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I live in Cincinnati, Ohio. Not a ton of snow but it does come down fairly often during these winter months.
I have the staggered 18 inch rims with tire sizes F 225/40R18 and R 255/40R18. I am having trouble finding snow tires for the rear tire size. Does anyone have experience using a slightly smaller or larger tire on the rear wheels?
I have the staggered 18 inch rims with tire sizes F 225/40R18 and R 255/40R18. I am having trouble finding snow tires for the rear tire size. Does anyone have experience using a slightly smaller or larger tire on the rear wheels?
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One thing I do in snowy weather is use a less wide rear tire, thinner tires mean more Lbs per square inch. (same as adding weight to the trunk) I am using 8" wide with 225 tires on my IS350. The tires are summer style but are new so have plenty of tread. So far here in Utah I haven't had any problems with them.