2005 Dodge Stratus Poor Wet Traction

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SB
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2005 Dodge Stratus, 30,000 miles. 4cyl, SXT, no ABS.

This car is horrible in the rain. I have Goodyear Eagle radials with good tread. Proper alignment and tire pressure. I have slid through 2 intersections at low speed and have pumped the brakes...
How can I correct this problem?

Thanks,
Scott
May 9, 2006 at 1:41 PM
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VANDRAGON
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sounds like the front brakes are locking up to soon. but goodyear eagle tires are made of hard rubber and have not done well in the past.
May 12, 2006 at 3:33 AM
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Suggested Repair

Inspect the front brakes for premature lockup and consider replacing the hard Goodyear Eagle tires with tires that perform better in wet conditions.

Conversation Summary

The owner of a 2005 Dodge Stratus reports poor wet-road traction and low-speed slides despite good tread, alignment, and tire pressure. The expert suggests the front brakes may lock too soon and notes that Goodyear Eagle tires use hard rubber that has not performed well in wet conditions.

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