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Old 06-28-2012, 09:09 PM
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Just to clarify, all 4 tires must Match
ie: same make and model tire from one manufacturer
Old 06-28-2012, 09:31 PM
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Downhill, decreasing radius turns always make me nervous, especially in the wet. You can hit a patch of oil or paint or leaves and "whoops!" - new tires, good alignment and a little experience will help. If you have a Porsche owners' club that does driver's education start there. I found a one day autocross school put on by my club really helpful - and it was only $75.
Old 06-28-2012, 10:06 PM
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Rule #1-- Always keep your foot on the throttle through turns. Weight of the engine over the rear wheels creates massive traction.
Old 06-29-2012, 01:52 PM
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get an alignment and corner balance !!
then do some autocrossing and spin the car a couple of hundred times in safe conditions. Your fears will turn into confidence.

HAVE FUN!
Old 06-29-2012, 04:05 PM
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Originally Posted by Mark in Baltimore
Is that gravel on the road or sleet that I hear? Regardless, in combination with damp roads, cold temperatures and dry rotted tires, it's no wonder you spun at such a low speed.
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Those don't look like safe conditions to be learning your car's limits.
You spin out and there's nowhere to go.

Keep safe.



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