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Offline RedHP

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Re: Moving on :-(
« Reply #30 on: 20 December 2010, 19:56 »
Quote from: GolfTi on 20 December 2010, 19:27
Keep the GTI - you'll regret it otherwise.

I am very impressed with my Conti Winters.
Traction is to be experienced to be believed.

I have seen loads of cars stuck or abandoned over the last few days, when I go out now my only worry is the car in front getting stuck.
They are amazing in the snow and put the GTI at least on a par with a 4WD in summer tyres.

Don't forget also the massively improved braking below 7 C.

How much are these Conti Winter rubbers?

Also, has anyone's insurance premium risen after fitting winter tyres (I know its stupid, but I heard this on the news)?
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Re: Moving on :-(
« Reply #31 on: 20 December 2010, 20:01 »
£143 a corner (17") but most places have no stock right now.

The insurance thing was a total load of tosh, just call centre people not knowing what they were talking about.

If you're in any doubt just phone the main office of your insurance company.

There have been several articles in the news recently admitting it was all a big con mistake.
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Re: Moving on :-(
« Reply #32 on: 20 December 2010, 20:03 »
They can fcuk off IMO.
I'll just say that I got 2 punctures, had my wheels stolen and my tyres slashed. Let them prove it! :cool:
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Re: Moving on :-(
« Reply #33 on: 20 December 2010, 20:13 »
In the MFD it has a programme for running on winter tyres and there is a little bong noise goes off if you go over 55mph are you all using it that have winters or not?
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Re: Moving on :-(
« Reply #34 on: 20 December 2010, 20:15 »
Quote from: gizzywizzy on 20 December 2010, 20:13
In the MFD it has a programme for running on winter tyres and there is a little bong noise goes off if you go over 55mph are you all using it that have winters or not?

That is the only bonkg I get. :grin:
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Re: Moving on :-(
« Reply #35 on: 20 December 2010, 20:16 »
Quote from: am1w on 20 December 2010, 20:15
Quote from: gizzywizzy on 20 December 2010, 20:13
In the MFD it has a programme for running on winter tyres and there is a little bong noise goes off if you go over 55mph are you all using it that have winters or not?

That is the only bonkg I get. :grin:

Oh trust you  :wink: when are you getting your new rubber?
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Re: Moving on :-(
« Reply #36 on: 20 December 2010, 20:19 »
Quote from: gizzywizzy on 20 December 2010, 20:13
In the MFD it has a programme for running on winter tyres and there is a little bong noise goes off if you go over 55mph are you all using it that have winters or not?
Yes, you can set it to whatever you like. The only difference is it says 'Winter tyre speed XXX exceeded' on the display.


Your Contis should be rated for 140mph or so, just set the warning to whatever you feel comfortable with or just leave the standard warning on.
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Re: Moving on :-(
« Reply #37 on: 20 December 2010, 20:19 »
Quote from: gizzywizzy on 20 December 2010, 20:16
Quote from: am1w on 20 December 2010, 20:15
Quote from: gizzywizzy on 20 December 2010, 20:13
In the MFD it has a programme for running on winter tyres and there is a little bong noise goes off if you go over 55mph are you all using it that have winters or not?
That is the only bonkg I get. :grin:
Oh trust you  :wink: when are you getting your new rubber?

Hopefully, on Thursday or worst case senario, next summer. :rolleyes:
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Re: Moving on :-(
« Reply #38 on: 20 December 2010, 20:32 »
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In the MFD it has a programme for running on winter tyres and there is a little bong noise goes off if you go over 55mph are you all using it that have winters or not?

I've not bothered. The tyres are V rated, so not necessary
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Re: Moving on :-(
« Reply #39 on: 20 December 2010, 20:39 »
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In the MFD it has a programme for running on winter tyres and there is a little bong noise goes off if you go over 55mph are you all using it that have winters or not?
I've not bothered. The tyres are V rated, so not necessary

None of the fcuking business as to how I use my rubber. :angry:

They should be mightly pleased that I don't use the same rubber all the time and thus I am a safe operator. :cool:
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