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02-07-2005, 04:14 PM
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Tire Question
First I hope this is in the right forum.
I have on my car a set of Contential TouringContacts and I was wondering if anyone knew anyting about these tires. And if they are any good or not. I find I have very little traction with them and I wanted to know if my tiers were worn down (they dont look it) or if they are just not very good tires. Thanks c
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02-07-2005, 05:18 PM
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Re: Tire Question
under what conditions and driving situations do you feel those tires are inadequate?
They have a bit of a hard compound to enable them to last longer, this sacrifices grip.
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02-08-2005, 01:24 PM
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Re: Tire Question
I find that on any condition, wet dry, snow. I can spin my front tires and I can sometimes even fishtail the car (and its FWD). On a turn at 35 mph on dry pavement the tires squeal like hell and even while driving forward at 10mph if I floor it correctly I can spin them.
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02-08-2005, 03:56 PM
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Re: Tire Question
your tires may be too small for the car. On your next set I would go with a wider tire and a more aggressive compound.
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Dr. Disque - Current cars: 2008 BMW 135i M-Sport 2011 Mazda2 Touring Past cars: 2007 Mazda 6S 5-door MT 1999 Ford Taurus SE Duratec
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02-08-2005, 04:44 PM
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Re: Tire Question
They squeal when you go straight? Sounds like you might need an alignment!!
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02-08-2005, 07:59 PM
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Re: Tire Question
On the main AF page with all the forums listed, at the top left there is a wheels and tires section. There are a ton of very knowledgable people in there that will be able to give you specific info on the tires you are talking about and possible alternatives. I suggest you post in there.
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02-08-2005, 08:28 PM
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Re: Re: Tire Question
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Thanks again -c
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