General Car Talk Discussion Thread
07-12-2018, 05:25 PM
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07-12-2018, 05:38 PM
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^ i dont hate guns themselves as i find them fascinating, even though i would never own 1 myself.
But i do believe that people need to go through very very strict vetting before a license can be issued and regular required class to maintain the license must be attended.
The fact that you can legally own gun much easier than getting a green card is absurd to me.
But i do believe that people need to go through very very strict vetting before a license can be issued and regular required class to maintain the license must be attended.
The fact that you can legally own gun much easier than getting a green card is absurd to me.
07-12-2018, 06:51 PM
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Not everyone in Texas owns guns.. but if you hang out with me, you will. 
07-12-2018, 06:56 PM
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Guns and Airplanes are 2 of the most fascinating machines to me... but i would never own a gun or fly a airplane even if given a chance. That is the 
in me haha..
in me haha..
07-12-2018, 07:18 PM
There is nothing inherently wrong with guns 
It all depends on who gets their hands on one.
Likewise with airplanes. Do you want a veteran pilot with hundreds of flight hours, or me, with several hours of Starfox under my belt?
It all depends on who gets their hands on one.
Likewise with airplanes. Do you want a veteran pilot with hundreds of flight hours, or me, with several hours of Starfox under my belt?
07-13-2018, 09:57 AM
I could barely fly a plane on GTA.
07-13-2018, 10:26 AM
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Crash that bih into another plane.. or the tallest tower.. parachute out before.
Land on that tall crane.. snipe everyone. Yasss!!!
Land on that tall crane.. snipe everyone. Yasss!!!
07-13-2018, 12:16 PM
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So, back on the topic of winter wheels, I have the option of winter rubbers from Dunrop, Pawelli, or Bwidstone.
Choices. I think the Blizzaks have the best record for frigid driving a la snow, right?
Choices. I think the Blizzaks have the best record for frigid driving a la snow, right?
07-13-2018, 12:27 PM
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07-13-2018, 12:28 PM
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07-13-2018, 12:29 PM
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They're about $200 / tire though..
Best bang for your buck are Conti WinterContact Si for about $130 a pop
Best bang for your buck are Conti WinterContact Si for about $130 a pop
07-13-2018, 12:32 PM
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They all did relatively well.. I'd get those Contis though.. what a steal
I know their DWS has been a highly praised all-weather tire.. they know what they're doing.
I have their DW on the Caddy.. They're legit.
I know their DWS has been a highly praised all-weather tire.. they know what they're doing.
I have their DW on the Caddy.. They're legit.
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07-13-2018, 12:58 PM
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I absolutely love my Michelin Pilot Alpin PA4 winter tires. But I know you said Michelin wasn't an option for you.
07-13-2018, 01:41 PM
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No idea what you guys talk about... Summer tires only!
07-13-2018, 01:56 PM
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07-13-2018, 02:00 PM
Don't know what winter tires are. Can't keep a car long enough to even buy tires.
07-13-2018, 02:04 PM
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my tires only last me 15k....
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07-13-2018, 05:16 PM
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Serious question - Do most people in the south run summer tires year-round?
07-13-2018, 05:17 PM
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07-13-2018, 05:28 PM
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you mean west?
07-14-2018, 01:27 AM
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), most people seem to use all-seasons just because that was what the cars came with. However, car enthusiasts do tend to run summer tires and a few run street-legal track tires on their enthusiast cars.I'm now running Pilot Super Sport summer tires on the TL; the other vehicles in the family are still on all-seasons as none of those has needed new tires since purchase.
07-14-2018, 11:09 PM
07-15-2018, 01:48 AM
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Ive always heard blizzaks get shitty around the 50% tread point, but I dunno, by that point I consider a set of winter tires essentially done. Around here, I want the deep tread for the snow. Still probably takes at least 3, maybe 4 seasons of driving to get to that point, so well worth it imo.
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07-15-2018, 11:46 AM
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My next set of winters will be the latest Blizzaks available. They are incredible in the snow, I've heard and read time and again. I've had nothing but very good experiences with some of Bridgestones other tires so I figure it's time to give their winters a try.
Ive always heard blizzaks get shitty around the 50% tread point, but I dunno, by that point I consider a set of winter tires essentially done. Around here, I want the deep tread for the snow. Still probably takes at least 3, maybe 4 seasons of driving to get to that point, so well worth it imo.
Why did you sell it?
07-15-2018, 12:17 PM
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Jizzmobile is gone 
Probably an Audi (Golf R)
Probably an Audi (Golf R)
07-16-2018, 07:00 AM
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Hey I'm a newb when it comes to winter tires. We just got an HR-V AWD in NY which I assume come with all seasons. Should we get winter tires? If so Blizzaks?
07-16-2018, 07:18 AM
^moved to NY?
07-16-2018, 07:30 AM
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Honestly this really depends on your driving habits in the winter. Do you just drive to and from work in a suburb or city where roads are plowed frequently? Or do you go into the mountains and rural areas a good bit or live in the country where roads are plowed less frequently. If the former is more your situation I then almost more recommend a top level all season that is rated as one of the best in snow. No it won't be as good as a dedicated winter tire but it also saves you from having to change the wheels each time. That all being said nothing beats a good quality winter tire in snow or wet weather in the cold winter. So if you wan the best possible traction go with winters.
07-16-2018, 09:29 AM
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My next set of winters will be the latest Blizzaks available. They are incredible in the snow, I've heard and read time and again. I've had nothing but very good experiences with some of Bridgestones other tires so I figure it's time to give their winters a try.
Ive always heard blizzaks get shitty around the 50% tread point, but I dunno, by that point I consider a set of winter tires essentially done. Around here, I want the deep tread for the snow. Still probably takes at least 3, maybe 4 seasons of driving to get to that point, so well worth it imo.
Ive always heard blizzaks get shitty around the 50% tread point, but I dunno, by that point I consider a set of winter tires essentially done. Around here, I want the deep tread for the snow. Still probably takes at least 3, maybe 4 seasons of driving to get to that point, so well worth it imo.
Love my Blizzaks. Moved them from the wife's Accord to the Golf, they still have plenty of life left and make a massive difference.
07-16-2018, 09:52 AM
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Wifey is there for a contract so I'm back and forth
She lives in a borough and the furthest ventured is maybe Greenwich, CT. Maybe we'd do a trip to Niagra Falls though so not sure. Not familiar with the area.
Is NY as bad as Minnesota?
Honestly this really depends on your driving habits in the winter. Do you just drive to and from work in a suburb or city where roads are plowed frequently? Or do you go into the mountains and rural areas a good bit or live in the country where roads are plowed less frequently. If the former is more your situation I then almost more recommend a top level all season that is rated as one of the best in snow. No it won't be as good as a dedicated winter tire but it also saves you from having to change the wheels each time. That all being said nothing beats a good quality winter tire in snow or wet weather in the cold winter. So if you wan the best possible traction go with winters.
Love my Blizzaks. Moved them from the wife's Accord to the Golf, they still have plenty of life left and make a massive difference.
Absolutely. It's not even a question for me anymore, winter tires are a must for any car. Hell I'm buying a set for the Jeep this fall. If you have the space to store a set of them, it's a no brainer to get a set of winter tires. AWD helps you to get going but doesn't do jack to help you turn or stop.
Absolutely. It's not even a question for me anymore, winter tires are a must for any car. Hell I'm buying a set for the Jeep this fall. If you have the space to store a set of them, it's a no brainer to get a set of winter tires. AWD helps you to get going but doesn't do jack to help you turn or stop.
07-16-2018, 10:00 AM
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NY is not in the same league as MN (aka MinnaSNOWta)
07-16-2018, 10:06 AM
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I know them Blizzaks are good, but check that comparo I posted.
Continental WinterContact Si performed better and are $30-40 cheaper a tire than Blizzaks
I mean.. if you already have a set, use them.
But if not, get them Conti WinterContact Si
Conti 225/45/17 at TireRack: 147
Bridge 225/45/17 at TireRack: 178
Continental WinterContact Si performed better and are $30-40 cheaper a tire than Blizzaks
I mean.. if you already have a set, use them.
But if not, get them Conti WinterContact Si
Conti 225/45/17 at TireRack: 147
Bridge 225/45/17 at TireRack: 178
07-16-2018, 10:14 AM
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It's not as cold but they get the same or more snow than we do here. Either way, they are worth every penny.
07-16-2018, 10:23 AM
Chapter Leader (Southern Region)
I'm pretty sure Doom means NYC when he says NY
Very little snowfall, with a few exceptions (snowmaggedon, just stay in FL)
Very little snowfall, with a few exceptions (snowmaggedon, just stay in FL)
07-16-2018, 12:24 PM
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07-16-2018, 12:48 PM
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Supply her with Ramen and matches.. she'll survive
07-16-2018, 01:54 PM
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You nimrods have no idea what is cold. 
07-16-2018, 02:27 PM
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