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Winter checkup,

Lancerlot

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Just returned from my PC with the Macan GTS now resplendent in its winter wheel and tyre set-up. Fitted, I might say, during a period of unprecedented mild weather for this time of year! But no matter, it will get colder, I promise you [;)] and with all the pundits suggesting when temperatures fall to 7 degrees C or below, winter tyres work better and are safer, I am well ahead of the game.

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Living as I do in the West Country, our winters are usually mild here anyway and we seldom see a lot of snow. But it does stay wet a great deal of the time and from experience, I can say without a shadow of a doubt, these winter tyres are far better than the summer ones on cold, wet, slippery surfaces - often covered by leaves, slush and other wintery conditions - even in the dry these tyres perform well and add confidence in knowing they'll hang on - even if something unexpected occurs around the next corner.

For just 50 quid, my PC fitted my winter wheels, filled the tyres with nitrogen, gave the car a full winter safety check, topped up fluid levels and cured a rattle in dashboard! [:)] Now who says PC's are overly expensive?

What's more if you're joining the Macan Register's visit to Solihull PC this weekend, you'll get your winter check-up done for free AND receive complimentary pastries and coffee - now there's a bargain not to be missed! :rolleyes:

Regards,


Clive
 
Lancerlot said:
What's more if you're joining the Macan Register's visit to Solihull PC this weekend, you'll get your winter check-up done for free AND receive complimentary pastries and coffee - now there's a bargain not to be missed! :rolleyes:


In his enthusiasm Clive has misled you all :ROFLMAO:, it's actually Saturday 6th November, for the Solihull PC visit.

Looking forward to catching up with you Clive.

ATB
David
 
I have winter wheels and tyres; swap them round every year. I've done it myself but it is back-breaking. The wheels weigh a ton (not literally).

Does your OPC store your summer wheels? At what cost if I might ask?
 
Chappelle said:
I have winter wheels and tyres; swap them round every year. I've done it myself but it is back-breaking. The wheels weigh a ton (not literally).
Does your OPC store your summer wheels? At what cost if I might ask?


I did this on my previous Macan SD and agree they are a bit of a lump - particularly the rears. [&:] I overcame the problem by fabricating a small platform out of chipboard, screwed some castors to it and used it to support the wheel as it came off the hub. This allowed me to pull it away without lifting - makes it much easier to replace too.

Each PC seems to have its own policy on this. I suggest you contact your usual PC to see what's on offer.

Regards,

Clive
 
I am just going through the whole winter tyre debate now. have You found best option a full Tyre and wheel change or just a tyre change and if so how much would a OPC typically charge as an estimate. I did find the tyres in the snow last year weren’t great, so very tempted to change for better wet / cold weather performance
 
Car is looking great Clive ??
I’ve been running winter wheels for the last 10 years or so up here in Sunny Scotland. Last year was the most snow I’ve encountered for a while and the 992C4S was shod with Michelin Pilot Alpin 5… unfortunately that pesky virus got in the way of extended drives, but I was hugely impressed with them.

I was lucky enough to buy Brian’s winter wheels with the same tyres - they’ll be getting fitted in the next couple of weeks. I’m looking forward to comparing the 20” +MPA5 versus the 21” + PZeros.
 
Porker911gts said:
I am just going through the whole winter tyre debate now. have You found best option a full Tyre and wheel change or just a tyre change and if so how much would a OPC typically charge as an estimate. I did find the tyres in the snow last year weren’t great, so very tempted to change for better wet / cold weather performance


Personally, I would go for wheel and tyre combo every time. It sounds far too much of a faff changing the tyres twice a year and the potential risk of damaged rims. Also, if the unfortunate happens and you damage a wheel, you have spares readily available to keep you on the road.

Buying new, this is probably the right time for a good deal. Try your own PC first, then maybe shop around at other PC's - don't forget your Club discount (usually 10%! [;)]) but mention this in AFTER you have the quote!. At this time of year, there are usually a few good used sets around too, when people have maybe sold their car or changed models.

Bare in mind Macan 1 wheels won't fit Macan 2 models though. :rolleyes:

Regards,


Clive

 
If you look around on eBay etc, there are plenty of the smaller ie 18” winter wheels & tyres available @ sensible money. I picked up a set of genuine Porsche 18” Macan wheels & Pirelli Scorpion winter tyres for under £450. Tyres had 7mm on all 4. My local Pirelli motorsport dealer changes sets of wheels over for £20-00 Per set. Having done it myself for years with my Skoda vRS, @ that price the time has come to let someone else take the strain.
 
Chappelle said:
I have winter wheels and tyres; swap them round every year. I've done it myself but it is back-breaking. The wheels weigh a ton (not literally).

Does your OPC store your summer wheels? At what cost if I might ask?


opc store my winters - has gotten a bit pricey over last couple of years - about 450 a year now including 2 changes a year. but far too heavy and storage a nuisance for me so I go with it.
 
ref clive's comment above

+1
indeed this is the case - the 18's fit macan 1 not 2 - and lots of them out there for sale cheap. 19's now the minimum winters for macan 2 and I would think warranty issues if you fit 18s (if thats even possible).

A friend of mine keeps his bmw winter tyres in his garage and pays every year to have the summer rubber pulled off his one set of wheels and the winter rubber on and back off in spring. I think he believes he's saving a few pounds doing it that way with a local fitter rather than have a second set of complete wheels - but I just can't see the sense of it myself. Especially with the grit and salt on his nice summer wheels during winter as well.
wheels on/off for me while i sip my coffee and read the paper - much preferable.
 
Eeh heck I only paid that for my wheels & tyres! Does your OPC send you a postcard from their holiday that you contributed to?
 
richardfleming said:
ref clive's comment above

+1
indeed this is the case - the 18's fit macan 1 not 2 - and lots of them out there for sale cheap. 19's now the minimum winters for macan 2 and I would think warranty issues if you fit 18s (if thats even possible).
Not strictly true I have a Gen 2 Macan S and have 18 winter wheel set supplied in late 2019 by local OPC and today they are still quoted for Gen 2 S on Tequipment

https://tequipment-finder.porsche.com/uk/Macan%20II/Macan%20S/&ac=category&ka=Winterkomplettrads%C3%A4tze


 
pmgmacan said:
richardfleming said:
ref clive's comment above

+1
indeed this is the case - the 18's fit macan 1 not 2 - and lots of them out there for sale cheap. 19's now the minimum winters for macan 2 and I would think warranty issues if you fit 18s (if thats even possible).
Not strictly true I have a Gen 2 Macan S and have 18 winter wheel set supplied in late 2019 by local OPC and today they are still quoted for Gen 2 S on Tequipment

https://tequipment-finder.porsche.com/uk/Macan%20II/Macan%20S/&ac=category&ka=Winterkomplettrads%C3%A4tze


fair enough, must be my GTS then - 18's disappeared off that when I was looking a couple of years ago - and are no longer offered as standard equipment on any new models I'm told which makes sense. so 18's for S or base, not for GTS seems the case then. Thanks for the clarification.


 
Yes, the brake disc size seems to drive the criteria for which wheels and can differ between models if fit Surface coated or carbon discs and Gen2 GTS's did have bigger brakes than Gen 2 S
 
When I broached the subject with my PC, they were pretty categoric 18" Gen 1 wheels would not fit Gen 2. Something to do with wheel offset, I think. I admit I didn't try it myself and bought a new set instead - so mission accomplished as far as my Centre were concerned! ??

Regards,

Clive
 
yes, think that could be true that Gen 1 and Gen 2 18 wheels have a little difference in offset and was one of the reasons I thought it safer to buy new
 
Chappelle said:
I have winter wheels and tyres; swap them round every year. I've done it myself but it is back-breaking. The wheels weigh a ton (not literally).

Does your OPC store your summer wheels? At what cost if I might ask?
Wolverhampton stores and changes our wheels for free
 

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