cygnusx1
NewDubber
- Location
- BC, Canada
- Car(s)
- 2008 GTI
Currently entering my first winter with an 08 GTI, using blizzaks from my old Matrix with one season on them. I'm stage 1, trying to figure out how these cars handle in snow. I've been spinning my right wheel a bit in slush/ice whenever the turbo spools (not WOT, barely half). Traction control seems to flash anytime the turbo spools. Always been at low speed and I've never been close to losing control, just a bit more noticeable than the slow matrix.
Might try rotating the right side tires (they're directional). Wondering if my tires are already getting worn after just one season... I understand high torque + ice = spin, obviously, but I just want to gauge how "normal" this is for the MkV GTI, especially tuned. How intrusive is traction control in snow and ice on these cars for other people?
Might try rotating the right side tires (they're directional). Wondering if my tires are already getting worn after just one season... I understand high torque + ice = spin, obviously, but I just want to gauge how "normal" this is for the MkV GTI, especially tuned. How intrusive is traction control in snow and ice on these cars for other people?