Winter Tires
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I put on some goodyear ultra grip on it, 225-40-18, a little stretched for the stock 18in but i'd rather have a skinny tire for the winter. Worked very well and the car did pretty well in the snow. Never got stuck even in montreal snow storms. There are many different winter tires available, mine just happened to be a perfect fit from my old 335i. Good luck !
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This and that.
I guess I should be a little more specific in regards to my questions....
What size should I go with? 225 all around or standard 225 front and 255 back?
Any brands better than others in terms of actual winter performance and longevity?
I live in Alberta so the snow is insane, I am basically looking for the best possible option out there. Keep hearing about Blizzaks and had them on my 350Z but not sure about these cars.
Thanks for the help!
What size should I go with? 225 all around or standard 225 front and 255 back?
Any brands better than others in terms of actual winter performance and longevity?
I live in Alberta so the snow is insane, I am basically looking for the best possible option out there. Keep hearing about Blizzaks and had them on my 350Z but not sure about these cars.
Thanks for the help!
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Blizzak ws70 was a hit for someone. Also, nokian hakkapolleitta (check the spelling) always lead the way for winter tires. I had them on my RS4 and the car was a BEAST. I know this car is different, but those tires when through a foot+ of snow in my Audi. It was a blast.
Long story short -- Blizzak or Hakka. Can't go wrong. 235's for size all around.
Long story short -- Blizzak or Hakka. Can't go wrong. 235's for size all around.
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I had Blizzak ws70 on my 135i and they were excellent in the snow. I'd go for either 225 or 235 all around, you need skinny tires in the winter for better traction in the snow. And a square setup also gives you the benefit of switching front/rear tires every season.
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This and that.
So Blizzak's seem to be the consensus. Like I said I had those on my 350Z and it was perfect until one time there was a foot of snow. The car didn't move in that. I am not sure what kind of Blizzak's they were but I will look into it. So 225 or 235 square set up....I'll probably go with whatever I can get for cheaper I guess if it doesn't make a difference in winter stability of the car.
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^I'm in the same boat. Just looking for the cheapest, but not worst winter tires out there.
I'm thinking by the end of the day I'm going to spend ~$800 for a set mounted and balanced.
I'm thinking by the end of the day I'm going to spend ~$800 for a set mounted and balanced.
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This and that.
I remember the 18" Blizzak's on my 350Z were almost close to $1500 all said and done so I doubt I will get them for around $800 for this car. I don't mind paying as long as they are worth it I guess. I wasn't planning to drive the C in winter but since I have to, I might as well go with the best possible option.
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I'll probably end up with one of these.
http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires....80XL&tab=Sizes
http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires....32XL&tab=Sizes
http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires....80XL&tab=Sizes
http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires....32XL&tab=Sizes
Last edited by CarHopper; Sep 15, 2014 at 01:11 AM.
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This and that.
What is the difference in Blizzak and Michelin? Why do you prefer them over Blizzaks? It snows a lot here so I want to get the best possible option. Not too concerned about the price as I don't want to risk driving the car if it's not safe.
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This and that.
I'll probably end up with one of these.
http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires....80XL&tab=Sizes
http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires....32XL&tab=Sizes
http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires....80XL&tab=Sizes
http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires....32XL&tab=Sizes
And the LM32's are like $50 more.
I will call some local shops for quotes and see what I hear. May just do it online from tirerack if it's substantially cheaper.
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I just find once the sticky stuff wears off it becomes an average winter tire. Michelin is consistently good.
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Keep in mind the LM-32s are a winter tire, not a snow tire. They will be better than summer tires but in deep snow, they won't do as well as a dedicated snow tire. Winter tires will feel better under dry conditions though.
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I think it may be a terminology thing but for us up here we have winter tires. I know some here say "snow" tires and talk about studs or chains, but those are illegal here.
They are a performance winter tire as the low profile dictates that there will be compromises. If we could put something with a higher profile it probably would help. I had the LM32s on my G37X and the LM60s and they are very good at first, but due to the high wear rate of the suspension setup, I just go with them anyways, as the Michelins, I think, are more expensive.
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here's something to read : Comparision of winter tires 2013 by some finn
