On 8/20/2010 9:40 AM, NetMax wrote:
> On Aug 20, 3:09 am, > 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

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