Z Handling in alot of rain?
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For some odd reason, I've had the opportunity to test my '06 stock Potenzas in the rain in an HPDE & auto-x. Fortunately, they performed well. During one of the HPDE activities, I had to do a high-speed quick avoidance maneuver to avoid a set of cones at almost 100mph in the rain. Twice, the Z handled well but I was nervous before the maneuver & was shaking after completing the maneuver. The stock Potenzas also handled well during a high-speed braking activity, which also tested your ABS. Here are some pics of my Z during a recent auto-x in the rain. I had to lower the tire pressure in the rear tires to get more grip and the stock Potenzas performed well.
The bottom line -- depend on your driving knowledge & skills when driving in the rain, not your tires.
The bottom line -- depend on your driving knowledge & skills when driving in the rain, not your tires.
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Originally Posted by z-u-later
The bottom line -- depend on your driving knowledge & skills when driving in the rain, not your tires.
And, not arguing... But, I would only add that it is driving skills (as you say) plus appropriate tires (and the condition of those tires) that you keep you safe. A good driver with crappy tires can get into trouble.
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Originally Posted by z-u-later
For some odd reason, I've had the opportunity to test my '06 stock Potenzas in the rain in an HPDE & auto-x. Fortunately, they performed well. During one of the HPDE activities, I had to do a high-speed quick avoidance maneuver to avoid a set of cones at almost 100mph in the rain. Twice, the Z handled well but I was nervous before the maneuver & was shaking after completing the maneuver. The stock Potenzas also handled well during a high-speed braking activity, which also tested your ABS. Here are some pics of my Z during a recent auto-x in the rain. I had to lower the tire pressure in the rear tires to get more grip and the stock Potenzas performed well.
The bottom line -- depend on your driving knowledge & skills when driving in the rain, not your tires.
The bottom line -- depend on your driving knowledge & skills when driving in the rain, not your tires.
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^^ That is where I am now (with my Potenzas). Looks as though I need new tires ASAP. My Z car isn't driving anywhere near what I think it should, and now I realize it's probably the tires. Glad I read this thread, and I appreciate those who provide info here. I'm buying new tires tomorrow.
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--Spike
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Originally Posted by z-u-later
I had to lower the tire pressure in the rear tires to get more grip and the stock Potenzas performed well.
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The potenzas can be pretty dangerous, depending on the conditions. I have 19k miles on mine, and I dont go over 60-65 on the freeway when its pouring. I hit a few puddles at highway speed, and its pretty scary. Are they the best rain tires? Hell no, but they arent the worst either. If you drive like a sane person, and have some common sense, you should be fine.
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Originally Posted by spf4000
Hmm, interesting. Usually, it's better to add a few psi when you run in the wet to help the tires cut through the water.
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