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SKI.INGMaybe he's a weekend warrior who doesn't need winter tires? Maybe he has a life outside of skiing to where all seasons benefit him more, for a larger portion of the year? You guys on here get too extreme when buying things. It always has to be the most niche item, and the most expensive thing ever.
ElgDon't understand why this was down voted. Best winter tires, period.
I don't know why you guys are getting all season tires. Those suck compared to any winter/summer specific tire.
SKI.INGMaybe he's a weekend warrior who doesn't need winter tires? Maybe he has a life outside of skiing to where all seasons benefit him more, for a larger portion of the year? You guys on here get too extreme when buying things. It always has to be the most niche item, and the most expensive thing ever.
Laurent was quoting me and I definitely picked up winters. Not sure who down voted it, but whatever. I didn't get Nokian's, but still got winters (Michelin X-Ice xi3). I know a few people who've had these without any complaints.
As for those getting all seasons? It completely depends on what kind of driver and where you live. If you are in the mountains, it's probably not the best idea. If you don't, you can probably get away with them as long as you aren't an idiot. Most of my life I've driven all seasons without any issues, but not I've got a rwd car, so winters it is.
SKI.INGMaybe he's a weekend warrior who doesn't need winter tires? Maybe he has a life outside of skiing to where all seasons benefit him more, for a larger portion of the year? You guys on here get too extreme when buying things. It always has to be the most niche item, and the most expensive thing ever.
All seasons should never be bought, they have worse grip in summer and winter then the 'specialised tires' and wear out way faster. They are half-assed and worse.
In Eurostan we usually have two sets of tires, "summer" (actually normal tbh) and winter tires. With two sets you can choose the optimum tires for both conditions in terms of grip, noise whatever and the'll last longer since you will only use them for the condition that they are made for. Winter tires are made from a softer compound that wears quicker with temperatures above 7 degrees.
Also Nokia's are commonplace in Europe. Best sold brand in Scandinavia if my garagist is correct.
Chewy.Because I'm not a bitch, and I can handle driving in Montana snow with all season tires?
And then you have to suddenly brake and you can, but your tires can't it.
Chewy.Because I'm not a bitch, and I can handle driving in Montana snow with all season tires?
saskskierLaurent was quoting me and I definitely picked up winters. Not sure who down voted it, but whatever. I didn't get Nokian's, but still got winters (Michelin X-Ice xi3). I know a few people who've had these without any complaints.
As for those getting all seasons? It completely depends on what kind of driver and where you live. If you are in the mountains, it's probably not the best idea. If you don't, you can probably get away with them as long as you aren't an idiot. Most of my life I've driven all seasons without any issues, but not I've got a rwd car, so winters it is.
Yeah I agree, I spent 400$ for some cheap snows on steelies after running all seasons during a snowstorm . The difference is MASSIVE, and if it saves me from a crash just once it's worth it.
Btw what RWD car are you running? I have a Miata and its a goddamn drift missile in the snow haha
WillgumYeah I agree, I spent 400$ for some cheap snows on steelies after running all seasons during a snowstorm . The difference is MASSIVE, and if it saves me from a crash just once it's worth it.
Btw what RWD car are you running? I have a Miata and its a goddamn drift missile in the snow haha
That thing would be crazy fun in the snow. I've got an e90 325i.
Basically, anyone who drives in a snowy winter climate without snow tires is an asshole and shouldn't be allowed to drive. Snow tires in snow climates should be mandatory.
J.D.Basically, anyone who drives in a snowy winter climate without snow tires is an asshole and shouldn't be allowed to drive. Snow tires in snow climates should be mandatory.
In most of Europe the use of snow/winter tires is a legal requirement during winter months (usually November to mid-April).
J.D.Basically, anyone who drives in a snowy winter climate without snow tires is an asshole and shouldn't be allowed to drive. Snow tires in snow climates should be mandatory.
Laurent.In most of Europe the use of snow/winter tires is a legal requirement during winter months (usually November to mid-April).
theyre gonna start ticketing these fools on I-70 starting this winter
We have a 2010 TRD Sport Double Cab long bed and took out a 2.9% car loan back in 2012 when we bought it on a 5 year loan. As of May we'll have just one year left of a $540/month payment. Once it is paid off, though, it will be awesome. We'll have that truck forever (only had 6k miles on it when we bought it)-- will likely end up being a first car for our child even. I don't even think it has depreciated. We could probably sell it today for exactly what we paid.
We have a 2010 TRD Sport Double Cab long bed and took out a 2.9% car loan back in 2012 when we bought it on a 5 year loan. As of May we'll have just one year left of a $540/month payment. Once it is paid off, though, it will be awesome. We'll have that truck forever (only had 6k miles on it when we bought it)-- will likely end up being a first car for our child even. I don't even think it has depreciated. We could probably sell it today for exactly what we paid.
Congrats!
That is what I have heard. I went with the SR5, no need to pay for the extras with the TRD option, don't plan on taking it anywhere except roads/VT backroads at this time. Being a recent college grad I only got 3.3% but I am OK with it.
I would much rather live at home and pay $5,200 a year on a vehicle than spend $12,000 a year living in/near Boston. And given the resale value of these trucks, it makes it an even easier decision.
Make SURE you look into any online deals because most dealerships are not too willing to go far below MSRP. Only reason I got them under MSRP was an Edmunds.com deal they did not realize they still had.
Also, if you are a recent college graduate you get a $750 rebate as well.
.MASSHOLE.Yeah! Super stoked on it, pick it up tomorrow.
Make SURE you look into any online deals because most dealerships are not too willing to go far below MSRP. Only reason I got them under MSRP was an Edmunds.com deal they did not realize they still had.
Also, if you are a recent college graduate you get a $750 rebate as well.
Get weathertech floor mats. 100% worth it in a truck
Fred_BearGet weathertech floor mats. 100% worth it in a truck
One of the few purchases I will make in the upcoming weeks. Unfortunately Weathertech doesn't have them ready yet, while Husky does. Ever use Husky before?
.MASSHOLE.One of the few purchases I will make in the upcoming weeks. Unfortunately Weathertech doesn't have them ready yet, while Husky does. Ever use Husky before?
Nope only weathertech because i got them super cheap through cabelas.
Hopefully this fixes my random crashes and kernel panics. Assuming it's a ram issue since there's no consistency among any of the panic reports and I know it's not hard drive related.
iFlipI fail to see the connection. I also drive a manual, and all four of my winter tires have studs. It's like driving a tank.
The extra grip can really beat up your transmission, but to each their own. I have really good 4wd and between that and not wanting to put any un-needed wear on my car I chose studless. Plus didn't want to pay even more.
