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by merlin
Tue Nov 08, 2005 7:57 pm
Forum: Wheels & Tires
Topic: Which Tire to buy.
Replies: 25
Views: 9805

Thanks for advice. I had settled on Pep boy Futura Touring HR which was H rated -- the LTe’s were S rated. (Were ever I looked I was advised to stick with H rated). They looked pretty good for the price 70/tire + 15 for mounting. About the cheapest I shopped around for. I also considered a Fuzion ...
by merlin
Sun Oct 23, 2005 8:09 pm
Forum: Wheels & Tires
Topic: Which Tire to buy.
Replies: 25
Views: 9805

Re: Which Tire to buy. (merckx56)

Has anyone tried Futura 200 LTe from Pep Boys?I'm on a budget and trying to balance ride / all-season traction vs. performance.Any thoughts are appreciated?
by merlin
Sun Jan 25, 2004 8:31 am
Forum: Handling, Suspension, & Brakes
Topic: Winter driving... good or bad w/o AWD?
Replies: 23
Views: 4568

Re: (18stars)

Thank you all for advice. Dont get as much snow in Pittsburgh as Alaska but we do get some. I had read on Autobytell there where some complaints about it handling in snow. I have been using allseason tires for a while now (drive a dodge stratus) without problems but will consider snow tires if i buy...
by merlin
Sun Jan 25, 2004 3:06 am
Forum: Handling, Suspension, & Brakes
Topic: Winter driving... good or bad w/o AWD?
Replies: 23
Views: 4568

Winter driving... good or bad w/o AWD?

I am interested in getting a vibe and leaning towards base. Aside from performanmce of engine, my big concern is how does it handle in snow. Is it worth getting AWD, i understand its not as responsive/peppy as FWD. I really want to purchase a FWD w/16" tires. Any thopughts and comments apreacia...