Winterizing Tips
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From: Albany, CA: celebrating 100 years of independence from Berkeley, CA
Originally Posted by Chase72
Joe: Was the 944 your daily driver in Boston? That's my situation for this winter--unfortunately I don't have a garage and need to store outside (wife would kill me if I drove the car into the living room). What did you use for tires?
Anyhow, I used an older set of Blizzaks mounted on a spare set of Phone Dials. Went to Vermont a few times in the snow -- not a problem except my rear end was tail-happy and kept sliding around. The day we had the first huge dump, I still drove the 944 to avoid getting towed (because I was parked in a snow emergency zone). There were few inches on snow on the ground -- so driving in that sucked -- not enough clearance. One of the more exciting drive around one block.
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Boffam: Thanks for your comments. I was looking at the Pirelli Winter 210 SnowSports and the Bridgestone Blizzak LM-22's you mention. Have you tried any other brands other than the LM-22's?
As for Rims, I was thinking of going with steels and caps so I don't cry from the sand/salt dumped on our roads. What do you think?
And Boston winters, although harsh, probably don't compare to those in Ontario!
Thanks--Chase.
As for Rims, I was thinking of going with steels and caps so I don't cry from the sand/salt dumped on our roads. What do you think?
And Boston winters, although harsh, probably don't compare to those in Ontario!
Thanks--Chase.
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Originally Posted by Dave Swanson
- These cars start to make usable heat within about 3 minutes of driving (very nice)
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Hey Joe: I used to live in the South End (boy do I know about not losing your parking spot!), then recently moved out to JP (designated parking spot). But the parking spot is outside, so I am trying to get ready for the Porsche's first winter... Bet you don't miss driving on Boston roads, now that you are in Sunny Cali...
Snow storm you refer to--last December's? And as for the Blizzaks, did you put any weight in the back, like sand bags?
Thanks--Chase
Snow storm you refer to--last December's? And as for the Blizzaks, did you put any weight in the back, like sand bags?
Thanks--Chase
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Why do they give you heat right away? - Posted by Pat
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Yup. I got my first taste of the heat blast when the weather turned chilly last month... You can cook breakfast during your commute. Still looking for the "Pop Tart" vent holder to be invented...
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From: Albany, CA: celebrating 100 years of independence from Berkeley, CA
Originally Posted by Chase72
Snow storm you refer to--last December's? And as for the Blizzaks, did you put any weight in the back, like sand bags?
Anyhow, I didn't put any weight in the back, but didn't reduce any weight either (since then, I have removed the spare tire, rear seats and rear carpet). I also didn't have LSD at the time, but was wishing I did.
Yea, the heating system we have is great -- I wish our AC system was as good. It's still hot down here!
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From: Gaithersburg, MD
Joe: I envy the warm weather and nice roads you are now enjoying... it's still pot hole city here, and it's only gonna get worse over the winter... I had an X-5 last winter, so it wasn't too bad... but this year is a different story! I will call in "sick" if it's too difficult to drive in... not worth messing up my baby!
How did your Blizzaks do on dry pavement? Lots of noise? Any problems cornering? Still undecided on those tires... any experience with the Pirelli SnowSports?
--Chase
How did your Blizzaks do on dry pavement? Lots of noise? Any problems cornering? Still undecided on those tires... any experience with the Pirelli SnowSports?
--Chase
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From: Albany, CA: celebrating 100 years of independence from Berkeley, CA
I didn't do too much driving in the dry -- took them off as soon as I could (back in March, which was actually too early...) I didn't get to compare with other tires, either.
I also remembered another thing that might be of use -- you want to keep your battery well charged. A lot of guys use a trickle charger for such purpose. I found a cheap solar panel that attaches to your cigarette lighter and kept the battery charged that way.
I also remembered another thing that might be of use -- you want to keep your battery well charged. A lot of guys use a trickle charger for such purpose. I found a cheap solar panel that attaches to your cigarette lighter and kept the battery charged that way.
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Funny you should mention the Solar Panel trickle charger... does that really work? I just saw one today at Pep Boys--small one for around $50 and a larger one for $69. Was afraid to get it (thought it might just be a gimmick). What brand, Joe?
Really works huh? My car is outside, so it's too far to string an extension cable from the condo... but maybe the solar charger is an idea... Anybody else have experience?
Really works huh? My car is outside, so it's too far to string an extension cable from the condo... but maybe the solar charger is an idea... Anybody else have experience?
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From: Albany, CA: celebrating 100 years of independence from Berkeley, CA
I used some cheapo one I found online (I think it was harborfreight.com) -- less than $10. I use it more as an insurance against slow battery drain. A larger one might have been nice, but then where would you put it?