Originally Posted by ZephyrAMG

Want to get a disscussion going on anyone on the east/midwest using their C63's in the snow. I just moved here from San Diego (born and raised) for business. But rear wheel drive? Salt? Moisture? Salt rocks hitting the paint? Slipping? How much torture can these babies take? What are your takes on not taking them out until it clears up in April and care while they sit in the garage...And to all you guys that are going to rub it in that your in Cali...Chillout...I already know how good you have it.

Originally Posted by Fortinbras

Hey guys, looking for some feedback/help finding winters for my c63.

I'm thinking of getting a cheaper set of 18s on rims for the winter instead of running the stock 19s.

I've decided to go with 225s or 235s all around. I've tried checking a few local shops and ended up ordering a set from 1010tire, but they ended up canceling the order on me because they couldn't guarantee the wheel fitment due to the clearance on the amg brakes even though the measurements matched the recommended 18x8 45mm offsets.

Wondering if anyone has recommendations for some cheap 18in wheels just to use in the winter?

I'm thinking about ordering these instead now in 18x8 +45, but again not totally sure about the fitment
http://www.rtxwheels.com/en/content/turbine-3

Any thoughts or suggestions appreciated. Anyone have issues fitting wheels over the brakes even with the right offsets?

Originally Posted by Mort

Those wheels appear to have the wrong bolt pattern, wrong centre bore and may still not clear the calipers depending on the shape of the spokes.

You want a bolt pattern of 5 x 112 and a centre bore of 66.6mm (or larger centre bore with hubcentric rings - but not as good as the correct centre bore) and offset of +45. Get some wheels you know will fit and Tire Rack is a good place to start. You can get four front wheels 18" x 8" so you will have a square pattern and be able to rotate your wheels. Get tires 225/40 18 or 235/40 18 for best results.

Originally Posted by Diabolis

Yes, the tires need to be up to 44 psi.

Originally Posted by Fortinbras

Thanks for the replies guys, I think I linked to the wrong wheels there, but the ones I saw were the correct 5x112 bolt pattern and the same 73.1 centrebore. Its more the calipers that I am worried about.

I've tried tirerack, but they only offer 19 inch staggered fitments for the edition 507. I believe the wheel fitment for the 507 is the same as the standard c63, but I am not positive. Dunno if anyone can confirm?

Originally Posted by Mort

I found a couple from Tire Rack by searching for winter tire packages and putting in a regular C63. They say to call if you have a 507 but I don't don't know why it would be any different than a regular C63. So just give them a call. The wheels on Tire Rack seem to require a hubcentric ring as well.

http://www.tirerack.com/snow/WinterW...&Qty7=4&Qty8=4

On the other wheels you can always try them but get permission to return them if they don't fit over the brakes.

Originally Posted by pgquick

I just installed 225/40/18 Michelin X-Ice 3 all around on the stock rims. The tire size and rim selection were based on TireRack advice. When I ordered, they did not have good winter wheels in stock.
I am interested in advice on the right tire pressure.
I have not yet tested these tires in snow. But, they received some good reviews.
Also, does it help to add some weight in the trunk?

Originally Posted by pgquick

Also, does it help to add some weight in the trunk?

Originally Posted by Benzbias

Tire pressure specs listed on driver door post or under gas flap - typically in my case 29psi and Winters then set 3 plus to 32psi to allow for temperature fluctuation

Originally Posted by shimbibby

I just installed a set of 225/40-18 on stock rims and so far so good. Wish the rear tires were a little wider since the rims stick out just a bit. But ride is nice and grip seems fine on days where the snow isnt crazy on the streets (Montreal). I got a set of the Pirelli Sottozero.

Originally Posted by crazy1eye

I had 235's but decided to try 225's, a bit better, no problem getting around Sunday here in Montreal(west island) but wow are they stretched on the rears, I'm sporting that JDM look .

Originally Posted by alexmtl

Do you have the pirelli tyres that come with the winter package?

Originally Posted by Fortinbras

Hey guys, looking for some feedback/help finding winters for my c63.

I'm thinking of getting a cheaper set of 18s on rims for the winter instead of running the stock 19s.

I've decided to go with 225s or 235s all around. I've tried checking a few local shops and ended up ordering a set from 1010tire, but they ended up canceling the order on me because they couldn't guarantee the wheel fitment due to the clearance on the amg brakes even though the measurements matched the recommended 18x8 45mm offsets.

Wondering if anyone has recommendations for some cheap 18in wheels just to use in the winter?

I'm thinking about ordering these instead now in 18x8 +45, but again not totally sure about the fitment
http://www.rtxwheels.com/en/content/turbine-3

Any thoughts or suggestions appreciated. Anyone have issues fitting wheels over the brakes even with the right offsets?

Originally Posted by shimbibby

This winter seems like one of the worst in terms of snowfall for Montreal in the past several years. I'm having slight difficulties but mainly on the streets where proper snow removal wasnt done (still snow and slush). The car is fine, but its funny how even getting out of a driveway with a few inches of snow is somewhat difficult (gotta get a good rolling start to build up momentum). Still not bad, fun enough to drive at reasonable speeds and yea its a tradeoff with the RWD. still loving it.