Adding weight to improve traction
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Adding weight to improve traction
As capable as my 2000 SR5 is in the snow, I feel as if I'm not getting a good bite and that i'm "floating" on top instead. I have 265/70/16 REVO's and I'm running them at 33 psi all around. In the past, I used about 200 lbs of sand bags in the back which improved my bite somewhat, but I hate hauling the extra weight if I don't have to. Any suggestions?
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Your tread is probably loading up with snow and losing its effectiveness. Short of buying a more aggresive set of tires I think the extra weight is your best bet.
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a more narrow tire perhaps? Also, how much higher can you inflate the current tires keeping within their limits and wearing properly?
If I was in your situation, I'd fully air up my 6ply's to 50psi so as to break through any snow, but I dont live in a place that has that white, fluffy sand falling from the sky....lol
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If I was in your situation, I'd fully air up my 6ply's to 50psi so as to break through any snow, but I dont live in a place that has that white, fluffy sand falling from the sky....lol
steve
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Also, how much higher can you inflate the current tires keeping within their limits and wearing properly?
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I agree with lowering the pressure for traction. Raising the pressure will make you more susceptible to hydroplaning and the back end breaking loose on ice patches.
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oooooh you meant like 1" thick snow or so and then icy roads and whatnot.....
I thought you were driving on top of deep snowdrifts and not breaking through them to solid ground....hence the narrower tire and increased tire pressure comment.
I thought you were driving on top of deep snowdrifts and not breaking through them to solid ground....hence the narrower tire and increased tire pressure comment.
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