BrettC

Hi all

There is an interesting thread here http://www.saabscene.co.uk/ubb/ultim...ic/2/6427.html
about front/rear grip levels on front wheel drive cars. Saab 9000s in this case but same principle applies to any front wheel drive.

I was interested in SNetters opinions.

Sorry Mods if this is in the wrong place.

Cheers

Brett

03-CTR

a bit of a tricky one imo as the choice to do either could be based on how your car is setup. given the scenario where you only need to change 2 tyres though i'd always stick new on the front and rotate.

it's probably true that you could oversteer in an emergency situation but given that this is an unknown scenario (i.e. it could or could never happen) then i'd rather have increased front end grip for the majority of my everyday driving. it goes without saying that you need good grip for getting the power down, making swift/efficient changes in direction and (more importantly) braking so this would be my first choice.

it's a shame that tyre manufacturers don't do a little more research with their products as it would be interesting (in a sad geeky kind of way) to find out how a given tyre's friction characteristics change with tread depth. we could then make informed choices as to when to change our tyres for maximum safety or otherwise.

p.s. soz for going off topic but i don't suppose you're into options and drifting by any chance ?

Daz34

Front and rear tyres wear differently & you shouldn't swap them around AFAIK

BrettC

Thanks guys.

DAz34.

From the goodyear website.

'Tyre Rotation

While many people are capable of rotating their own tyres, it is quick and easy to let a professional do it for you. Your vehicle's owner's manual will specify the proper rotation pattern and schedule for your vehicle. If there is no specific schedule specified a good rule of thumb is to rotate your tyres every 6,000 to 8,000 miles.'

matthefezz

6 to 8,000 mile heheheh mine are dead well before that

BOB.T

yep, 6 to 8000 miles and I'm rotating mine into the bin!

I once stuck some new tyres on the back of the Festa, never again, no way not never! I've dabbled with oversteer on roundabouts n stuff so I'm reasonably comfortable with the back end moving about but hell fire, it was doing it on just about every bend! Plus it does it for ages cos the rears don't scrub off that quick, even going sideways!

BrettC

I must be doing something wrong. My last set have lasted me 15,000 miles and they are still fine. Must be time for a track day.