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please suggest with winter tires

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Old 09-27-2010 | 12:52 PM
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please suggest with winter tires

I have 20" AMG 5 spoke wheels on my CL550 4Matic
With 255x35 Continental tires

I wonder if it's good to use the same wheels with same size winter tires?
Have anyone ever tried that?

because usually it is recommended to use 18-19" wheels on winter. I was told that driving 20" with 255x35 winter tires may me very uncomfortable for my *** and may damage my wheels. Because winter tires are harder then summer tires.

Hope there is someone with such experience on this forum...
Old 09-27-2010 | 08:03 PM
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18" optimal for snow traction and ride comfort. Smaller diameter improves "bite" in snow conditions.

I have a set of Blizzaks with wheels and pressure sensors available if interested. Approx 2000 miles on them and in perfect shape. I used them on my S550 4-matic with sport package. Highly recommended for snow driving. They also preserve treadwear on the costlier summer tires and potential rim damage.

I am on the East Coast (NYC) area. PM me if anyone is interested.

BTW, these cars are tanks in deep snow especially with the right tires!
Old 09-27-2010 | 08:20 PM
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sent you PM.

But I still curious if anyone ever tested 20" winter tires with 255 35 tire dimensions

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