Snow tire question...
#1
Snow tire question...
This may be a stupid question to ask, but has anyone only put snow tires on the rear of the car? If so, did the car handle better in the snow over stock? Would you suggest getting all four tires done?
#8
RE: Snow tire question...
I tried to make it through a Maine winter with the stock Pirelli All-Seasons. BAD IDEA! Then I bought four 17" Michelin X-Ice. They were awesome in unplowed snow and even on ice. I would never go with only two though. Not having snow tires on the front would negatively affect your steering as well as your braking, since the front wheels are primary for both of those.
#10
RE: Snow tire question...
16's are fine. If I had to run in the winters here in MA I'd look into studded snows on Crown Vic 16's. Wouldn't run them everyday but any sign of upcoming inclement conditions, on they go. I've seen 04 and earlier mustangs and last year a couple Dodge Magnums stuck, spinning on near flat surface, going no where and snow not that deep. With studs you GO, and that steel can help you with control and stopping ability. Haven't run studded snows on anything in the last few years so can't speak to availability and legality issues state by state. ...but there's nothing like them. (Honestly can't see changing fronts; folks will tell you that you must but I'm only talking about using these sparingly)