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Old 09-29-2009, 03:14 PM   #1 (permalink)
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Default Annoyed with wheel spin, quick starts, cold tires

I have to post this out of frustration. As the temps here in Chicago start to drop, the summer tires on the Z become a nuisance. It's 60F here today and a brisk start from a traffic light gets me wheel spin and poor acceleration. I find it incredible how sensitive these summer tires are to temps under about 75F.

I can't help but shake my head at myself as every time another guy in a relatively quick car tries to jump me off the line. They essentially win when it's cold or wet. I can't get the damn car to hook up.

Thoughts? Do I need a set of all-seasons for the spring and fall to bridge the summer and winter tire gap?
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