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Originally posted by c^2 I just checked the forecast and the entire week next week is sunny. Should've kept my all-seasons on for longer. I wanted to test them in the snow anyway. That mushy feeling is really getting to me. I wonder if I'll ever get used to it. btw I went with these over the cheaper ones because 1.) I was hoping they'd be less "mushy" 2.) they had great reviews and 3.) not many winter tires come in 205/50/17 (stock size of my 3) no steelies b/c I have a set of new rims coming for spring |
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Originally posted by c^2 I just checked the forecast and the entire week next week is sunny. Should've kept my all-seasons on for longer. I wanted to test them in the snow anyway. That mushy feeling is really getting to me. I wonder if I'll ever get used to it. btw I went with these over the cheaper ones because 1.) I was hoping they'd be less "mushy" 2.) they had great reviews and 3.) not many winter tires come in 205/50/17 (stock size of my 3) no steelies b/c I have a set of new rims coming for spring |
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Originally posted by c^2 I just checked the forecast and the entire week next week is sunny. Should've kept my all-seasons on for longer. I wanted to test them in the snow anyway. That mushy feeling is really getting to me. I wonder if I'll ever get used to it. btw I went with these over the cheaper ones because 1.) I was hoping they'd be less "mushy" 2.) they had great reviews and 3.) not many winter tires come in 205/50/17 (stock size of my 3) no steelies b/c I have a set of new rims coming for spring |
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Originally posted by c^2 btw I checked the tire pressure...it was 36psi...I increased it to 38 all round and it felt slightly less mushy previosly I was running 40psi on the stock all seasons |
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Originally posted by Gatorade Winter tires are for ice and snow, and will drive like crap in dry weather But once it starts snowing you'll be glad you have them because All-Seasons are crappy in snow. |
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Originally posted by B0000rt Aren't they supposed to be around 28-32? hmm i guess different cars/tires different pressures? |
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Originally posted by JimmyC $220 for a tire is quite a lot honestly... Even if you have decided to use stock wheels since you are planning to get new rims anyway, 17 tires do cost significantly more than, say 14 inch tires. But still, I would have settled down with the entry level G02-plus from Toyo, or other comparable brands (X-Ice, Ice Guard, etc..). Now you got the "High performance winter tires", which I don't quite understand your reason for the purchase, are you driving a "High performance" car? Or you plan to go wild during winter a la "World Rally in snow" style? Your tires are overkill for your needs, but if you manage the budget, it's your choice and good for you. What you are experiencing is quite normal, the noise is much more louder (but not unbearable), and you need to get used to the handling. As long as you got it installed professionally (right pressure, aligned, balanced), you will be fine. Now I do agree with what Wongster said, smaller steelies with entry level winter tires. Even though it's kinda late for this but you would have benefit: 1) Saved a few hundreds $$$ 2) Keep your stock alloys in top shape, even if you plan to get new rims next Spring, you can sell your stock alloys easier. Most importantly, 3) 205/50/17 (your stock size) winter tires aren't the best choice because you might want to consider "thinner" tires for winter. You want to cut through the snow with narrow tires rather than slide on the slippery surface with wider tires. That's why many people downsize their rims for winter because you have more choices when it comes to choosing a thinner tire at 14/15 inch. A 15 inch steelie with 185/65/R15 specs would suit your needs entirely. Not mentioning reason #1) above. If you are still "left wondering if you really needed them"... Well think about it. Edit: JESUS! It's the first time you posted pics of your car with brake dust and dirt on your wheels! D@mn... time for some NXT wax lol... just kidding. |
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Originally posted by JimmyC Mazda 3 sedan and Mazda 3 sport wagon use different brake calipers/rotors? Or is it Mazda 3 GT/Sport use different brake calipers/rotors as Mazda 3 Gx/Gs? I would be surprised, I thought they used the same brake setup for all Mazda 3's. |
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Originally posted by B0000rt Aren't they supposed to be around 28-32? hmm i guess different cars/tires different pressures? |
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Originally posted by WoNGsTeR i cant wait for winter!!!!.. it was kinda snowing past weekend.. then it stop... man.. winter come!!. i want to try the combo of winter tires and awd!!! |
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Originally posted by paf what kind of car do u drive? |
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