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Old 04-28-2021, 01:36 PM
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Originally Posted by P.C. View Post
Do you have just one set of tires? Can you secure a second set with a compound that is more cold-weather friendly?
I have one set of slicks mounted on magnesium wheels. I have rain tires on aluminum wheels. It is surprising how much heavier the aluminum is. There is really nothing available which is weather friendly and faster than slicks...that I know of.
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