Absolutely, always put the best tyres on the rear.
"Weird" feeling steering
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Absolutely, always put the best tyres on the rear.
Always put the best tyres on the wheels that only do 30% of the braking... smart move.
Well, that was what I figured as well, but after a quick bit of googling, the AA (amongst others) recommend more grip on the rear, to prevent oversteer.
http://www.theaa.com/motoring_advice/safety/car-tyres.html
http://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?t=910958
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Always put the best tyres on the wheels that only do 30% of the braking... smart move.
Why are new tyres better? Are you talking dry or wet braking, within 300 miles or 1000 miles later?
Imagine no ABS.....
If you lock your rear wheels you end up in a situation where you're not really sure what wheels are doing what braking anyway... ie a spin.
New should go on rear as they are more likely to deal with aquaplaning (contributed by the fact its typically the lighter axle mass) and also understeer is easier to deal with that oversteer on the public road.
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Thats 'cos its not common sense. Clue is in the name.
As Fox said, I highly doubt the OPs issue has anything to do with summer tyres! My rear wheel drive M3 feels exactly the same at 10C as it does at 1C, yes I get less grip and more Wheelspin but handling is the same and the steering is the same.
New tyres always go to the rear, says every tyre manufacturer in the World! It makes complete sense to anyone who knows how cars/tyres affect your car.
New tyres always go to the rear, says every tyre manufacturer in the World! It makes complete sense to anyone who knows how cars/tyres affect your car.
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Always put the best tyres on the wheels that only do 30% of the braking... smart move.
Smarter move than not putting them on the wheels that keep the rear of your car inline when cornering.
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Definitely get bushes checked. On occasion they can collapse suddenly, which would explain why the feeling just appeared.
Another point about newer tyres on the back is the fact that it's much easier to deal with surprise understeer than surprise oversteer. And understeer by it's nature is generally much more progressive and predictable than oversteer.
Another point about newer tyres on the back is the fact that it's much easier to deal with surprise understeer than surprise oversteer. And understeer by it's nature is generally much more progressive and predictable than oversteer.
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No matter how good or bad your tyres are. I highly doubt accelerating from 10-30mph in a straight line should cause any adverse affect directly related to the tyres. Especially when they are inflated and have tread.
What like leaving more space so you can stop without flooring the brakes then?
You are cornering and there is a hazard in the road, you keep your foot on the throttle?
Your logic/common sense defies all knowledge on weight transfer also.
back at ya.
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What tyres do you use that are that bad?
The reason is you can feel understeer early and react to the lack of grip, with the rear it is nearly always too late.
But hey, it's your credibility, not mine.
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I am sure you have more experience than the AA, RAC Michelin etc etc
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Whilst not being the only method it is the safest and correct way to drive on the road. On the track, I prefer a car to have a tight turn in and loose back end, but not on the road. It's exactly on topic but whatever.
I had a Mazda Xedos 9 which had 4 wheel adjustment - on left hand bends it felt like rear was trying to go wide - I had 4 wheel tracking and it was rubbish - In end took it garage Stafford Mazda used - cost me 90 quid but by heck it felt a different car - rear right was 4mm toe out. - Also had printout of all four wheel settings.
I now have a Focus and changed out my 18" alloys for 16" steels with wonderful winter tyres on - I can't praise them enough - this is third year - last winter in snow I couldn't believe it was so good. Also if truth be known I much prefer the smaller diam narrow wheels to 18" in whatever weather.
Dave
I now have a Focus and changed out my 18" alloys for 16" steels with wonderful winter tyres on - I can't praise them enough - this is third year - last winter in snow I couldn't believe it was so good. Also if truth be known I much prefer the smaller diam narrow wheels to 18" in whatever weather.
Dave
