Stock Summer tires in the snow...
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If you can afford this car then you should be able to afford proper winter or at the very least all season tires. As an accident investigator I strongly caution you not to drive this car in winter conditions with summer tires.
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Thanks guys! It is nice to come back to these forums after almost 4 years and know you guys are still willing to help!
Would you guys recommend just getting snow tires instead of all weather tires? I live on Long Island so we do get some snow, it all depends how much though... And what does most everyone do? Get an extra set of wheels? Or take their summer tires off the wheels and put the winter ones on?
Would you guys recommend just getting snow tires instead of all weather tires? I live on Long Island so we do get some snow, it all depends how much though... And what does most everyone do? Get an extra set of wheels? Or take their summer tires off the wheels and put the winter ones on?
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This is one of the best articles to refer to when people ask this question:
http://www.insideline.com/features/t...vs-summer.html
It's not even close! Look at what summer tires do in the snow.
I have not yet bought winter tires for my S5 but I certainly will in the next couple of months.
http://www.insideline.com/features/t...vs-summer.html
It's not even close! Look at what summer tires do in the snow.
I have not yet bought winter tires for my S5 but I certainly will in the next couple of months.
Thanks guys! It is nice to come back to these forums after almost 4 years and know you guys are still willing to help!
Would you guys recommend just getting snow tires instead of all weather tires? I live on Long Island so we do get some snow, it all depends how much though... And what does most everyone do? Get an extra set of wheels? Or take their summer tires off the wheels and put the winter ones on?
Would you guys recommend just getting snow tires instead of all weather tires? I live on Long Island so we do get some snow, it all depends how much though... And what does most everyone do? Get an extra set of wheels? Or take their summer tires off the wheels and put the winter ones on?
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Hey All,
I just placed the order for my S4 yesterday, It is due sometime in December, just curious if any of you have ran your summer tires in the snow? Or do I need to go out and buy winter tires? The car is a lease so I really don't wanna invest any more money than I have to.
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I just placed the order for my S4 yesterday, It is due sometime in December, just curious if any of you have ran your summer tires in the snow? Or do I need to go out and buy winter tires? The car is a lease so I really don't wanna invest any more money than I have to.
Thanks
I drove through my first Winter in the DC area ('09-'10) with Summer Pirelli's. I think I drove in snow maybe three times on major roads. Not too bad, but I definitely wouldn't do it again.
When the stock tires ran out @ 19K I got a set of Michelin Pilot Sport A/S Plus and what an improvement! Great in the snow, awesome in the rain and pretty damn good inn the dry - w/out a lot of noise, good grip. Overall, I'd be happy getting another set if I don't go the Winter/Summer setup next year.
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You will go just fine in the snow with the stock summer tires. But if you intend on stopping ot turning, you will need A/S or winter tires. If you live in a metropolitan area that doesn't get a lot of snow and they clear the roads quickly, you can get away with a/s tires. I have done so with my 04 S4. But if you live in the boondocks or use the car for ski trips and other winter driving, you will want dedicated winter tires. With the winter tires, the S4 goes extremely well in the snow. Stops and turns as well.
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Alright, I'm going to say it because everyone else is being way too nice...and I'm sure I'll seem like a jerk for saying this, but I don't care.
OP, you're a stupid, inconsiderate idiot for even considering driving in winter weather with summer tires. How the hell could you even consider putting the lives of others at risk simply because you're too damn cheap to buy the right tires? Stop thinking about your cheap-*** self and start thinking about the other drivers on the road.
OP, you're a stupid, inconsiderate idiot for even considering driving in winter weather with summer tires. How the hell could you even consider putting the lives of others at risk simply because you're too damn cheap to buy the right tires? Stop thinking about your cheap-*** self and start thinking about the other drivers on the road.
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Alright, I'm going to say it because everyone else is being way too nice...and I'm sure I'll seem like a jerk for saying this, but I don't care.
OP, you're a stupid, inconsiderate idiot for even considering driving in winter weather with summer tires. How the hell could you even consider putting the lives of others at risk simply because you're too damn cheap to buy the right tires? Stop thinking about your cheap-*** self and start thinking about the other drivers on the road.
OP, you're a stupid, inconsiderate idiot for even considering driving in winter weather with summer tires. How the hell could you even consider putting the lives of others at risk simply because you're too damn cheap to buy the right tires? Stop thinking about your cheap-*** self and start thinking about the other drivers on the road.
Listen Blow J*B, if I was that inconsiderate and cheap, I never would have even posted this question, How bout you buy my tires than money bags???
For everyone else... I am on Long Island .. I appreciate everyones help... So another question I already know the answer to but just confirming.. I am getting 19's on the car, I do have a set of 17" 5 spoke wheels from a B6 A4, would I be able to put the snow tires on these rims? or will it completely throw off the car??
Thanks Again!!
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Listen Blow J*B, if I was that inconsiderate and cheap, I never would have even posted this question, How bout you buy my tires than money bags???
For everyone else... I am on Long Island .. I appreciate everyones help... So another question I already know the answer to but just confirming.. I am getting 19's on the car, I do have a set of 17" 5 spoke wheels from a B6 A4, would I be able to put the snow tires on these rims? or will it completely throw off the car??
Thanks Again!!
For everyone else... I am on Long Island .. I appreciate everyones help... So another question I already know the answer to but just confirming.. I am getting 19's on the car, I do have a set of 17" 5 spoke wheels from a B6 A4, would I be able to put the snow tires on these rims? or will it completely throw off the car??
Thanks Again!!
I would recommend good quality A/S tires from Michelin, Bridgeport, Pirelli, Continental if you use the S4 for daily commute. If you constantly drive on unplowed backroads and in heavy snowstorm/icy conditons, than investment on a dedicated snow package is a small investment in insurance.
I switched to Continental Extremecontact DWS first day I got my S4. Sold my summer tires. Living in Alberta, Canada I don't want to risk driving with summer tires in winter.
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With 19's, you'll be buying replacements fairly often due to sidewall damage. And no, the 17's won't fit due to different hub bore.......and prbably not enough brake clearance as well. Scour the classifieds and try to find a used snow set.
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I confirmed that my B6 VW 17" wheels would not fit on a B8 S4. The hub bore on the B8 was just a bit larger. It looked like the wheels would have cleared the brakes, and the offset was the same E47. I sold the wheels and will buy winter tires for my stock 18" wheels and hopefully buy 19" wheels in the spring with new summer tires. To answer an earlier question, I've read that it is better to have two sets of wheels rather than mounting the tires over and over again.