2014 s7 tire/rim choice 19 vs 20
09-05-2013, 07:56 PM
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Agreed.
I once got caught in a light snow storm in my Porsche C4. It was an early, unexpected storm. Having 4 wheel drive didn't do much to help me, as I was on my summer performance tires.
You need dedicated snows, or at the least, all seasons. Personally, I won't take out a car without snows in the winter snow. Snow tires make a tremendous difference in the snow versus all seasons.
Maybe some of the new all seasons will be better, but to ensure that I don't hit someone, or get hit by someone, I want the best possible traction I can get. Swapping tires 2 times a year hasn't been that big a deal for me.
Your choice, but buying a performance oriented car, I vote for snows to ensure I can push my car year round, and minimize my risk to myself and others.
I once got caught in a light snow storm in my Porsche C4. It was an early, unexpected storm. Having 4 wheel drive didn't do much to help me, as I was on my summer performance tires.
You need dedicated snows, or at the least, all seasons. Personally, I won't take out a car without snows in the winter snow. Snow tires make a tremendous difference in the snow versus all seasons.
Maybe some of the new all seasons will be better, but to ensure that I don't hit someone, or get hit by someone, I want the best possible traction I can get. Swapping tires 2 times a year hasn't been that big a deal for me.
Your choice, but buying a performance oriented car, I vote for snows to ensure I can push my car year round, and minimize my risk to myself and others.
09-06-2013, 11:09 AM
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NOKIAN HAKKAPELIITTA R2 TIRES just arrived today. Since the R2's offer a size that fits our OEM 20" wheels, wanted to make sure they were not backordered in a few months when winter arrives.
These are one of the best winter tires made for Snow/Ice on the planet.
Can not wait to test these tires out this winter.
Cheers
These are one of the best winter tires made for Snow/Ice on the planet.
Can not wait to test these tires out this winter.
Cheers
09-07-2013, 10:47 AM
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I will have the check, however I believe I paid 1200 for 5yrs of tire protection. I'm right outside NYC and within 3months of having the car, wound up running over something. Without any problem they invoiced $400 and change ... Didn't charge me anything. You won't know if it was a good deal until the day the protection expires. I made my decision b/c I found myself always having tire issues.
09-08-2013, 08:30 AM
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The roads in the NYC metro area can be pretty bad all year round but after snow storms they are worse. So swapping out probably won't help.
Just spoke with the Audi dealer. They want to provide tire/rim insurance for the term of the lease (36 months) for an additional $1500 + tax. Is that worth it? Seems high to me. Plus I believe a tire needs to be unable to hold air in order to be covered for rims.
Any opinion on the 255/40 Sumer tires on the S7 and need for the extra tire/rim insurance?
I figure a new tire and rim might cost $750 ...
Just spoke with the Audi dealer. They want to provide tire/rim insurance for the term of the lease (36 months) for an additional $1500 + tax. Is that worth it? Seems high to me. Plus I believe a tire needs to be unable to hold air in order to be covered for rims.
Any opinion on the 255/40 Sumer tires on the S7 and need for the extra tire/rim insurance?
I figure a new tire and rim might cost $750 ...
09-09-2013, 06:39 PM
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I didn't know that wheel/rim insurance can be purchased from a different audi dealer than the one I leased from. Has anyone had experience with this? Audi of Huntington is asking $1500. seems a lot for tire/rim insurance for 36 months. If I can shop audi dealers for a better price I will.
I actually switched to the 20 inch wheels rather than the stock 19. The only problem I am concerned about with the 20's are hitting potholes. I do have a jeep as a second vehicle to manage in very cold weather and snow. Just avoiding potholes with the s7 and 20's will be the challenge.
Thanks for everyone's input
I actually switched to the 20 inch wheels rather than the stock 19. The only problem I am concerned about with the 20's are hitting potholes. I do have a jeep as a second vehicle to manage in very cold weather and snow. Just avoiding potholes with the s7 and 20's will be the challenge.
Thanks for everyone's input
09-10-2013, 07:58 PM
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I didn't know that wheel/rim insurance can be purchased from a different audi dealer than the one I leased from. Has anyone had experience with this? Audi of Huntington is asking $1500. seems a lot for tire/rim insurance for 36 months. If I can shop audi dealers for a better price I will.
I actually switched to the 20 inch wheels rather than the stock 19. The only problem I am concerned about with the 20's are hitting potholes. I do have a jeep as a second vehicle to manage in very cold weather and snow. Just avoiding potholes with the s7 and 20's will be the challenge.
Thanks for everyone's input
I actually switched to the 20 inch wheels rather than the stock 19. The only problem I am concerned about with the 20's are hitting potholes. I do have a jeep as a second vehicle to manage in very cold weather and snow. Just avoiding potholes with the s7 and 20's will be the challenge.
Thanks for everyone's input
I would just call another dealer about the tire insurance, see what they say. I recall being given 30 days to make up my mind.
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