Hi Everybody, I'm a new E owner, 05 EX, AT, SOP or TMM (not sure what the called it in 05)
Mods Thule Roof rack with Yakima Basket Case. Hardwired NUVI 265WT, Passport 8500.
First, let me say I've wanted one since I test drove one in 05 and fate and finances finally aligned for me to finally get my "TONTO2" (94 Suzuki Sidekick 4dr was TONTO.) I do LOVE my E! However, I'm less than impressed with Honda Real Time AWD. in the 2 months of ownership I've slid/loss control 2 times. Both times in snow/ice while driving 20mph or less. The first time was a $2500 insurance claim for front and rear plastic/taillight. The second time, last Sunday evening, slid into the curb from a left turn damaging Right Front Control Arm and Strut. I have owned 3 Audi's and 1 Subaru and am wondering of my problems are:
1. My Driving (probably responsible for 50% or better)
2. Real Time AWD
or
3. Tires, Cooper All seasons.
Now, I realize I cannot drive more than 20mph in a curve/turn in snow/ice conditions but do i really have to crawl at >20mph? in these conditions? That seems to be too much of a sacrifice for a vehicle like this. I do understand this isn't a 4wd jeep or other serious off road vehicle. But, I've always believed my vehicle should be able to get me thru paved roads in any conditions and I'm worried the E doesn't fill this requirement.
Please be kind in your responses (i'm a newbie) but any and all responses are welcomed and appreciated.
Jayster,
Mods Thule Roof rack with Yakima Basket Case. Hardwired NUVI 265WT, Passport 8500.
First, let me say I've wanted one since I test drove one in 05 and fate and finances finally aligned for me to finally get my "TONTO2" (94 Suzuki Sidekick 4dr was TONTO.) I do LOVE my E! However, I'm less than impressed with Honda Real Time AWD. in the 2 months of ownership I've slid/loss control 2 times. Both times in snow/ice while driving 20mph or less. The first time was a $2500 insurance claim for front and rear plastic/taillight. The second time, last Sunday evening, slid into the curb from a left turn damaging Right Front Control Arm and Strut. I have owned 3 Audi's and 1 Subaru and am wondering of my problems are:
1. My Driving (probably responsible for 50% or better)
2. Real Time AWD
or
3. Tires, Cooper All seasons.
Now, I realize I cannot drive more than 20mph in a curve/turn in snow/ice conditions but do i really have to crawl at >20mph? in these conditions? That seems to be too much of a sacrifice for a vehicle like this. I do understand this isn't a 4wd jeep or other serious off road vehicle. But, I've always believed my vehicle should be able to get me thru paved roads in any conditions and I'm worried the E doesn't fill this requirement.
Please be kind in your responses (i'm a newbie) but any and all responses are welcomed and appreciated.
Jayster,