Miata Mailing List: December 1997, Message #248
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From: 	"Jason Powell" <fizzx@wi.net>

Subject: Re: Snowtire position vs. tread depth

Date: 	Tue, 2 Dec 1997 23:07:11 +0000



> I recently picked up a set of used Nokia Hakka's for winter use.  I have

> two tires with "full" tread depth and two with "half" depth.  Which pair

> should go where and why?  FWIW, the full treads are now installed in the

> rear.  Should they be up front?



My 2 cents says stick the full treads up front.

You'll want as much directional control and stopping ability as you can get

when weather gets nasty.  Putting them on the rear only helps you accelerate a

little quicker/easier.

Same reasoning applies to racing/autox tires...best tires go in front.



Jason...who's Guardex snows haven't got to play in any snow yet this season.

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