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Figured I would drop in and mention that Im now at 67.5k, so total of about 30k miles on these tires. They were decent in a pinch in the snow, for what thats worth. After rotating them recently and measuring tread depth, I will probably get another 4 rotations out of them before they are at the...

Now that Im closing in on 50k, I thought this was worth updating to mention that there has been no change. Road manners are still excellent. Id absolutely buy them again.

The dolly I have to pull my CX-5 behind my motorhome weighs every bit of 600lb, and thats mid range for dollies. The uhaul dollies are more. Also, unless you plan on pulling the driveshaft, youre risking significant damage to the transmission bearings in the Miata. Theyre reliant on the cluster...

Im at 6k? I think, I know I did them right before my 37.5k oil change, and Im just about due for another change now, so thats probably about right. Probably enough miles to get a good feel for them anyway. The choices in 225/55-19 are limited, but more abundant in 235/55-19. I wasnt willing to...

Only if you consider 30 miles one way of straight highway driving hard... Softer ride for starters, sidewalls aren't as stiff because they are more of a touring tire. Wet traction is WAY better. Road noise was OK with the Toyos, but the Pirellis are quieter. They are a harder tire, and I bought...

They work, I have them. Worlds better than the Toyos, which I struggled to get 35k out of.

I agree, hence my self imposed limit of 300lbs or less (including carrier). Its important to point out that the carrier weight is not equivalent to an equal amount of tongue weight, and Im glad you made that distinction. I havent installed my hitch as of yet, but my biggest worry would be the...

Yeah, about that... A Class III on an F150 is only rated to 500lb tongue weight / 5000lb Gross trailer weight. If you read the fine print in the manual, you find that you have to use weight distribution to get the full 1000lb tongue weight/10,000lb gross weight that most manufacturers...

Yep. They also took the logbook for my racecar as acceptable proof too. (thumb)

I shall award you partial credit for your answer. (cheers) The only difference is that fuel injection is timed so that the valves are closed in Direct Injection systems. In port injection systems, the valves obviously have to be open. DI systems run at a much higher pressure and flow, but a...

Honestly, Im probably not the best person to judge steering effort based on the fact that my racecar has no power steering on slicks. That said, the Escape feels lighter with less feedback. I was less than impressed with the contour of the wheel though.

I would say comparable. I didnt get a good enough test drive in the Escape (and it was literally sold 20 minutes after we took our test drive, at sticker). I will say the Escape seems a little worse from a rigidity standpoint and steering feel. The Mazda EPAS is literally one of the best Ive...

Yes, very much so.

I drove the Escape 1.6L with the panoramic roof. I noticed that the vehicle rigidity took a big hit with the panoramic roof, but the acceleration feels more or less the same as the CX-5. The FWD Escape is something like 3600lb curb weight if I remember right. My weekend car only has...

Uh, I think you're a little confused on your terminology. You are correct that the higher the octane, the higher the activation energy. However, activation energy does not translate to energy at ignition. For example, alcohols (specifically speaking of methanol and ethanol) have far higher...

Badge and gate clicker for work. Looks like both will fit perfectly with room to spare.

Yep, I know. I have a perfect use for it though. :)

The head unit.

Uh, a cubby?

Well, after Friday, I might just take you up on that. :)