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Old Oct 3, 2009 | 05:20 PM
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Remember to go smooth on the throttle! That goes for accelerating & decelerating!
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Old Oct 4, 2009 | 08:22 PM
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Originally Posted by Mrwilliams,Sep 30 2009, 07:27 PM
lets say i wanted to ride top down when the temps really drop
How does the glass window top handle low temps? Is it ok to raise or lower the top in 30 degree weather?
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Old Oct 5, 2009 | 05:22 AM
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Yes. I wouldn't do it if the fabric is iced up though.


Summer tires turn into hocky pucks below 50F. Consider a second set of winter wheels and tires for such seasons.
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Old Oct 6, 2009 | 03:07 AM
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Don't downshift with rain, ice, or snow on the road without rev matching. You may break the rearend loose causing you to lose control.

Becareful everyone, it's time to drive with limits, so you can enjoy again next year.
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Old Oct 10, 2009 | 10:31 AM
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Good advice, I can tell you after taking a drive today (low 50s) that the stock tires aren't fond of the temp, hard cornering made the car twitchy when it normally wouldn't. Did make for some fun, but you had to be ready for it!
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Old Oct 11, 2009 | 09:01 AM
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Great advice and good warnings
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Old Oct 12, 2009 | 10:01 AM
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Originally Posted by Mrwilliams,Sep 30 2009, 05:27 PM
can someone please explain the deal with the plastic window? lets say i wanted to ride top down when the temps really drop is it safe to do so with the plastic window?
I now have a large crack in my plastic window from lowering it when it was slightly cold. Be careful
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Old Oct 12, 2009 | 10:56 AM
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Originally Posted by SgtB,Oct 5 2009, 08:22 AM
Summer tires turn into hocky pucks below 50F. Consider a second set of winter wheels and tires for such seasons.

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Old Oct 24, 2009 | 11:41 PM
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Great thread with great info. Thanks

This is one of the rare times I am glad to be in California in regards to car stuff...no rust either!

Rarely gets below freezing for low temps.
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Old Oct 26, 2009 | 06:09 PM
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the new aemv2's have a drain valve at the lowest point btw

good thread though!
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