'91 Q swerving on sliipery surface

[cbeaudry]

I have a Q without the active suspension and it will swerve on wet pavement or spin on the slightest hill. I've got the standard size tires on it but someone suggested I weigh down the trunk with 100 lbs. of sand bags.

Some how I don't think that's a good idea. Any suggestions as to resolving this problem?

Thanks.

[DAEDALUS]

What kind of tires are on it?

[cbeaudry]

Currently, standard-sized 215/65/R15 Goodyear Regatta 2. I'm trying to avoid going to a wider size since I'll have to buy wheels to go along with them. I'd rather keep the expenses lower since I may trade in the car in the spring.

[911/Q45]

Chances are your tires are very old and hard. Another possibility is you are way too aggressive on the throttle because you've had lower powered cars before your Q.

[cbeaudry]

I've had the Q for 6 years now so I doubt it's the latter. I'm not really that agressive. In fact, I'm always cautious now evbery time I take a corner on a wet surface.

The tires are older and I do plan to replace them tomorrow. I've had them for a couple of years now but haven't gotten very high mileage on them. They are due to be replaced though. I got a quote for Capital tires (apparently made by Yokohama) for about $75 per tire installed.

Like I said, I don't want to spend a lot since I'm going to trade the car in n a few months. I have no doubt that it will be parted out since it's pushing 150,000 miles and has some minor body work needed around the rear wheels. Since the trade-in value is so low on these cars, I don't want to throw away the money.

[Jesda]

The same happens for me on any set of tires. Could the VLSD be failing, or am I thinking incorrectly?

[cbeaudry]

Well I committed a cardinal sin when it comes to Infinitis but since I'm not going to have the car for very long (and because it's probably going to be parted out anyways), I slapped some Korean "Capitol Classe Premiere" on the car.

I can imagine the looks of disgust on folks faces here...

They were cheap ($75 each installed) and are rated 460AA. One way or another, they were better than the totally worn out Regatta 2s I had on there and will certainly last the 2-3 months I need them for.

[DAEDALUS]

Proof is in the pudding. Does the car handle any better?

[cbeaudry]

It was pouring rain in St. Louis tonight and the difference was night and day. The car was much, much better on the roads.

[Jesda]

Greetings from West County!