FabSwingers.com forum: Winter Tyres

By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

Are they worth it? Pro's and con's would be most helpful thanks

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By *ortobello SionnachWoman
over a year ago

Dublin

They grip the road and are safer apparently. Mind you as soon as its gets really wintery you always see at least one twat in a 4x4 doing 40 and going all over the place so it depends who is driving.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

I have a Mini Cooper so ive also just thought of can you get a run flat winter tyre?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Last year I bought a second pair of wheels and fitted winter tyres to them. I was living in the countryside back then and they more than paid for themselves after the snow we got in Ireland. In fact I ended up helping a few front wheel drive cars in my 5 series! Just as a FYI, they start to wear out quickly in temps above 10 degrees Celsius

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By *icentiousCouple
over a year ago

Up on them there hills

Winter tyres do work, however only chains work with ice..

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By *tirluvMan
over a year ago

the right frame of mind -London

"Winter tyres do work, however only chains work with ice.."

That and spirits

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By *uckOfTheBayMan
over a year ago

Mold

Winter tyres are only effective in temperatures less than 7°c

Anything above that and they actually become less efficient and also wear more.

So really you would need a spare set of wheels to go with the tyres, and be capable of changing them out easily

Consider whether it's really worth it for a few weeks in the year

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Wont make a difference to me mines rear wheel drive 1 cm snow im doing snownuts

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

in my experience they rock ... highly recommend if you live out of town and get snow

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"Winter tyres are only effective in temperatures less than 7°c

Anything above that and they actually become less efficient and also wear more.

So really you would need a spare set of wheels to go with the tyres, and be capable of changing them out easily

Consider whether it's really worth it for a few weeks in the year"
Thanks for that , big help x

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By *ittleAcornMan
over a year ago

visiting the beach

Consider whether it's really worth it for a few weeks in the year

I think about it every year, and decide against.

It's not often the roads are bad for more than a couple of days. And if they are, you're better off staying home and avoiding the idiots!

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By *uckOfTheBayMan
over a year ago

Mold

"Winter tyres are only effective in temperatures less than 7°c

Anything above that and they actually become less efficient and also wear more.

So really you would need a spare set of wheels to go with the tyres, and be capable of changing them out easily

Consider whether it's really worth it for a few weeks in the yearThanks for that , big help x"

https://www.telegraph.co.uk/cars/advice/should-i-buy-winter-tyres/

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"Winter tyres are only effective in temperatures less than 7°c

Anything above that and they actually become less efficient and also wear more.

So really you would need a spare set of wheels to go with the tyres, and be capable of changing them out easily

Consider whether it's really worth it for a few weeks in the yearThanks for that , big help x

https://www.telegraph.co.uk/cars/advice/should-i-buy-winter-tyres/"

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By *rightonsteveMan
over a year ago

Brighton - even Hove!

Probably won’t bother down here. Saying that, a hint of chill and the bloody roads grind to a halt.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Yes winter tyres do work we put them on our cars each year and its amazing how well they work, if your thinking of fitting them do it sooner rather than later as when the snow arrives everybody wants them and the tyre garages run out of them quickly

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By *oiluvfunMan
over a year ago

Penrith

"Are they worth it? Pro's and con's would be most helpful thanks

I've always had a second set of wheels and tyres for winter use, pretty much for all the cars I've ever owned, and think it wise for others to consider it too. Be aware though, that there are tyres for winter, ice, and snow conditions. I opt for the winter m&s (mud and slush) versions, as these are better suited to cold conditions, which is the most we really have to deal with in this country. I use a smaller diameter wheel, with a taller sidewall and narrower tyre 'footprint', to ensure the tyre tread blocks move around and grip as best they can in the cold. Simply swapping out your low profile summer tyres for a winter spec version doesn't give quite the same effect.

If you don't want to buy a second set of wheels and tyres, consider fitting your car with an 'all season' tyre, as a compromise

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

A mate of mine found that the best way of stopping his BMW 5 series from sliding in the snow was to put his Mrs in the boot. Better stability because of all that weight in the back, plus the added bonus of he had no one nagging him from the passenger seat

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"A mate of mine found that the best way of stopping his BMW 5 series from sliding in the snow was to put his Mrs in the boot. Better stability because of all that weight in the back, plus the added bonus of he had no one nagging him from the passenger seat

Not sure that was entirely necessary.

Casual misogyny thrown into a seriously constructive discussion....

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

The winter tyres do appear to grip better in the colder temperatures

I have a full size spare so bought another and fitted winter tyres on them

As soon as the temperature regularly drop below 7 degrees centigrade i swap the wheels over and as soon as the temperature starts regularly getting above 7 degrees centigrade i swap them back over

I know some garages/tyre fitters offer a swapping/storage service for winter tyres

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I wouldn't be without my winter tyres. Where I live I get significant snow. They definitely grip better and help you travel through snow better. If your car is front wheel drive then you only really need 2 fitted into the front.

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By *ame-room-no-swapCouple
over a year ago

Taunton

"Are they worth it? Pro's and con's would be most helpful thanks

For much less outlay ( £20-30 )you could get some chains. That IMO is a no brainer.

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By *htcMan
over a year ago

there worth it in the snow, otherwise they just decrease fuel efficiency and wear out quick.

depends how much driving you do, might be better idea for snow chains if short driving around in the snow.

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By *sh6866Man
over a year ago

halifax

Had the michelin cross climates on a fwd hyundai and 4x4 tiguan...never been stuck and they seem to last well too. Bit more expensive but as it is the fragile link between the road and a very expensive repair bill or worse, its worth it

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Last year, I threw away my cheap and nasty "Ditch Finders" and spent on Michelin Cross Climate tyres.

They made a massive difference in the snow and on icy roads. They're an all year tyre, but rated and legal as a full winter tyre.

They have much improved performance on dry summer roads, greasy roads, mud, cow poo and run noticeably quieter with noticeably improved braking.

Yeah, I'm sure they'll wear away quicker than the nasty cheap ditch finders but if they help me to avoid one insurance claim in 2 years, then they are a good investment. And of course, being Michelins, that is a company which builds its reputation on long lasting tyres.

I have no regrets at all and would definitely buy the same tyres again.

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By *elvet RopeMan
over a year ago

by the big field

I recommend saving the money from winter tyres and spending it on fucking off on a winter holiday when the shitty weather arrives- thus needing to worry about having little more than a bikini or pair of budgie smugglers for most locations

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