997S stuck in snow then problem once out!

[knightrider]

Hi

I took the 997S out today to do some xmas shopping (in the snow!). Anyway all was well until I got stuck in some snow on the way home. I got the missus to help push the car whilst I turned off the PSM, put it in first gear and then gave it gas to get it out.

The problem was I was going on a slight incline and once I got the car moving I had to keep on the gas hard to keep it going. I had the car revving at 7000rpm for about 15 - 20 seconds with the rear wheels spinning until I got out of the rut.

Anyway to cut a long story short, the PSM and ABS warning error lights came on (they went back out 15 mins later by themselves). The thing is there was a burning smell at the back of the car - now I don't think it was rubber as the wheels were spinning on snow, so what do you guys think the smell was?

I thought it could be clutch, but the clutch was fully up and I had my foot on the gas only. The engine was fully warm at the time.

Was what I did bad for the car?

 

[John H]

ORIGINAL: knightrider

I had the car revving at 7000rpm for about 15 - 20 seconds with the rear wheels spinning until I got out of the rut.

Please tell me you are kidding!

You have a 350+ bhp car at full chat in first gear as a way of dealing with snow? Can you imagine what would happen if it suddenly dug through the snow, got purchase and took off? This presumably with other road users about ... the mind boggles. []

Suggest you put it in the garage and use public transport till the thaw arrives.

 

[garyw]

mmmm, different way to get out of snow, but seems to of worked anyhow.. [&:]
I'd of thought the smell was either the engine or possibly the rear brakes from trying to assist you in getting out of the situation...

garyw

 

[daro911]

http://www.5min.com/Video/The-AutoSock-Snow-Tires-Review-255759880[&o]

 

[tscaptain]

ORIGINAL: knightrider

Was what I did bad for the car?

Indeed yes. The proper solution is to get your "missus" to remove her outer garments, place them just in front of the rear wheels and drive forward (with her still pushing) until you gain sufficient momentum to break free from the rut. You must also remember to give her sufficient funds to get a taxi/public transport home as once moving you will not want to stop again.
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[knightrider]

ORIGINAL: tscaptain

ORIGINAL: knightrider

Was what I did bad for the car?

Indeed yes. The proper solution is to get your "missus" to remove her outer garments, place them just in front of the rear wheels and drive forward (with her still pushing) until you gain sufficient momentum to break free from the rut. You must also remember to give her sufficient funds to get a taxi/public transport home as once moving you will not want to stop again.
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Oh next time I must get your wife to help me out then as being married to you I'm sure she would be happy to remove her garments for me no problem

 

[tscaptain]

I wouldn't build you hopes up if I were you but if you're planning a repeat performance I would suggest reading up on how to drive in the snow first - here's a little guide

http://www.maccinfo.com/cat/winterdrive.html

The part on avoiding wheel spin is particularly useful. I think even with the PSM turned off it still retains some function to limit wheel slip, i.e with the front wheels not turning and the rears spinning, which would bring on the warnings, so possibly Gary's suggestion of brake smell would explain that.

 

[garyw]

At least you weren't on your own struggling.... http://www.liveleak.com/view?i=5eb_1292710094 []
Was it bad for her car? oh Yes!

garyw

 

[tscaptain]

Shame..........she started doing the right thing going back and forth and a few more attempts might have been successful!

 

[michaelmph]

Congratulations, on breaking the basic Rules for driving in in difficult conditions, Slow and Gentle. The burning must have been the Rule Book going up in smoke or your Wallet. The good news is arriving Safely home !!!

Michael

 

[Alex L]

Just watched a front wheel drive Golf do handbrake turns around each right angle corner of my close (road covered in snow). Well controlled but wouldn't want to do that in a Porsche!

My RS6 despite not having winter tyres is still pretty unstopable on anythng other than a very sharp hill []

 

[mascanes]

ORIGINAL: rob9974s

Her main problem (apart from getting out of the car and leaving it in gear!) was trying to move away with the front wheels on full lock which seems to be what most people are doing because they want to get off their own personal ice rink that they have created by spinning the driving wheels in the first place. Still, a fine example of the old adage 'the worse it gets, the worse it gets'.

That set of advice posted by tscaptain is excellent - I've forwarded the link to friends and family - thanks for that.

Me too"¦"¦"¦. Sent it to all my friends and family, loved the video clip with the model really explains it well "¦"¦"¦thank captain!![]

 

[Clewsey]

ORIGINAL: daro911

http://www.5min.com/Video/The-AutoSock-Snow-Tires-Review-255759880[&o]

Some feedback on these autosocks if I may...

I bought a set of four, for our BMW as our road is twisty, uphill and generally narrow. I like the way the "model" makes it look sooooo easy. I assure you this is not the case for anybody with a mixture of RWD and low-profile tyres. I found it impossible to get the rears on given the wheel-arch clearance available. The fronts went on ok as you could turn the wheels at least but I would think twice about spending over £100. Put it towards winter tyres or don't drive your pride and joy if you can possibly do so. Having to jack your car up seems like the only way you can achieve getting them on without any fuss.

I would say whilst not being totally logical, having the autosocks on the front only did help somewhat. I ended up buying a set of full wheels and winter tyres and they are excellent in these lovely conditions.

Oh and by the way, anyone want to buy two pairs of autosocks off me []