On Aug 20, 3:09*am, Donwill > wrote:
> On 20/08/2010 04:11, NetMax wrote:
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> > On Aug 19, 12:55 am, > *wrote:
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> >> As above, from Mazda dealer, have not mentioned to them of my preference
> >> in tyres as yet.
> >> * *I would like "Uniroyals Rainsport 2".
> >> * *What are likely to be fitted and what are my chances of getting the
> >> Uniroyals fitted instead at minimal extra cost? Would I have to pay full
> >> cost for them ?what would happen to the ones already fitted?
>
> >> Regards
> >> Don
>
> > Is there something wrong with the OEM tyres? *Here they come with
> > Bridgestone Potenza which are a little soft, but great for controlled
> > drifting ;~) *They're actually rated very well. *Unless you're certain
> > there's something wrong with what the dealer installs, save your money
> > for better mods. jmo
>
> Yes, thanks for that, the supplier hasn't taken delivery of the car yet
> so I don't know what tyres will be fitted.
>
> I suppose the problem with asking this type of question is that the
> replies come from various contributors who have different aspirations.
> For example Net max , you obviously like to push your car to the limit
> hence you mentioning "controlled drifting" .
> I'm in my 70s and 4 wheel drifts is not what I'm looking for. I want to
> go touring in it, abroad mainly so I'm looking for stability in a range
> of road conditions not maximum performance. A couple of years ago I was
> staying near San Sebastian in late September but the weather was wet
> every day so, we decided to head South looking for the sun, however
> within 10 miles and climbing, the rain turned to sleet, 5 mins and we
> were in a blizzard being overtaken by idiots doing high speeds in
> treacherous conditions. At the time we had a FWD vehicle so we coped
> fairly easily, 5 miles down the road -beautiful sunshine as we topped
> the crest.
> Referring to an earlier contribution in this thread by *Frank Berger--
> quote " When I bought my '96 new and found out how dangerous the OEM
> Bridgestones
> were in the rain etc " I'm *a little apprehensive at the thought of *
> tail wagging up a hill in similar conditions.
>
> Anyway, thanks for all your contributions it's been helpful .
> * Any further contributions or advice gratefully received.
> Cheers
> Don- Hide quoted text -
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Understood. My experience with the OEMs used here are that they begin
getting slippery at around 5C (wet or dry) but when warmer, they stick
very well (wet or dry). I'm afraid my one opinion won't help you
much, especially as neither of us knows what your dealer plans to
install ;~) Good luck with your purchase.
cheers