Ecsta SPT in Snow? - Page 2

Dec 19, 2007 | 07:11 PM

#26

psonoda

Less Weight = Better RX8

Joined: Aug 2007

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From: Cincinnati Ohio

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Originally Posted by psonoda

I have the Kuhmos on right now. It sucks. In 1" of snow I have almost no traction. I had to get a run up my driveway. I also have a set of Kuhmo All Seasons on my van. Don't laugh I have 235/40 18 on my MPV (Keeping it in the family) Those tires grip decent. The SPT's don't. I am looking for a winter tire setup but the options are few at this date.

Since I could not find anyone selling used rims and tires that fit the 8, I decided to get 225/45 18 to put on my stock wheels. I got the Pirelli Winter 240 SnowSport Performance Winter tires. I have had them on about a week with and through the first decent snow storm. These tires are great. Such a night and day differnece. They grip better than the all season Kuhmos on my FWD mini van.

I also like that they grip better in the cold weather.

The interesting this is that they are significantly quieter than my SPT's.

Of course I will have to get new rims and tires for the Spring/Summer

Dec 20, 2007 | 07:43 AM

#27

dntx5b9

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Joined: Oct 2007

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From: DC Metro

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Originally Posted by psonoda

Ha, Ha. So I am not the only one here with both an MPV and an RX8. Actually went to the dealer thinking we are going to buy either the MPV or the RX8, but walked out with both cars.