GLC 43 Winter Wheel/Tire Setup
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2017 GLC43 AMG
GLC 43 Winter Wheel/Tire Setup
Curious as to what others are choosing.
Here winter tires are mandatory and yes I always buy a second set of wheels for all my cars. Opted for a set of 4x 19" 8.5 +45 offset "Fast FC04" in a black winter certified finish. These wheels are flow formed. https://www.fastwheels.ca/productinfo.aspx?wn=fc04&fn=metallic+black&v=merce des-amg_2017_glc43_4matic+(x253)-4matic+(x253)_s_pp&dm=19 Had Blizzak DM-V2 mounted on them. Opted to go with 19" all around non staggered in a 235/55R19. FYI, both of these wheels and tires are also available in staggered if you want to go this route. I have not yet put them on as it's practically still summer here but they do look great. There are more high performance tires out there but my main goal is best winter ice traction, quiet and good traction on dry roads and must say the Blizzaks are hard to beat.
Here winter tires are mandatory and yes I always buy a second set of wheels for all my cars. Opted for a set of 4x 19" 8.5 +45 offset "Fast FC04" in a black winter certified finish. These wheels are flow formed. https://www.fastwheels.ca/productinfo.aspx?wn=fc04&fn=metallic+black&v=merce des-amg_2017_glc43_4matic+(x253)-4matic+(x253)_s_pp&dm=19 Had Blizzak DM-V2 mounted on them. Opted to go with 19" all around non staggered in a 235/55R19. FYI, both of these wheels and tires are also available in staggered if you want to go this route. I have not yet put them on as it's practically still summer here but they do look great. There are more high performance tires out there but my main goal is best winter ice traction, quiet and good traction on dry roads and must say the Blizzaks are hard to beat.
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davidpc (09-30-2018)
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As per the other thread; based on comments I read,I went ahead and purchased an aftermarket set of 19x8 wheels with the stock 38mm backspacing and the 235/55R19 tires (Nokian R2's) but the rims didn't clear the calipers.
Stock MB wheels work in the same size and my dealer quoted a set of those. Another forum member posted a set of BBS wheels that worked as well. I've now reordered another brand of rim and will post the manufacturer and part number if they fit.....should know in another week or so.
Have you actually bolted your front wheels onto your car?
Dave
Stock MB wheels work in the same size and my dealer quoted a set of those. Another forum member posted a set of BBS wheels that worked as well. I've now reordered another brand of rim and will post the manufacturer and part number if they fit.....should know in another week or so.
Have you actually bolted your front wheels onto your car?
Dave
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OZ Leggera HLT (gloss black, I have night package) with Michelin X-Ice XI2. failed posting specs in other thread with image of invoice, so ... front- 19X8.5 ET38 / 235/55 : rear- 19X9 ET30 / 255/50. Believing speed/load OK for winter driving and wife loves michelin's on her CRV. Wheels came in late June and had set mounted to check clearances, then put originals back on. Haven't remounted winters yet. Also believing can possibly future option non staggered 255/50 or 255 front and 285 rear.
If image posts this time, please ignore redundancy
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As per the other thread; based on comments I read,I went ahead and purchased an aftermarket set of 19x8 wheels with the stock 38mm backspacing and the 235/55R19 tires (Nokian R2's) but the rims didn't clear the calipers.
Stock MB wheels work in the same size and my dealer quoted a set of those. Another forum member posted a set of BBS wheels that worked as well. I've now reordered another brand of rim and will post the manufacturer and part number if they fit.....should know in another week or so.
Have you actually bolted your front wheels onto your car?
Dave
Stock MB wheels work in the same size and my dealer quoted a set of those. Another forum member posted a set of BBS wheels that worked as well. I've now reordered another brand of rim and will post the manufacturer and part number if they fit.....should know in another week or so.
Have you actually bolted your front wheels onto your car?
Dave
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DPelletier (10-23-2017)
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In the past i have just changed tires but the 20" staggard for winter tires appears to have few options. The tire store here says the Pirrelli model is what they usually do on most of the cars with 20 inch and larger wheels. I live in Park City Utah so Winter tires are a must. I have used Blizzaks for the last 20 years. They are great but i am curious about a Michelin x modlel which i read a review a couple of years ago with a dozen winter tires and the Michelin outperformed the blizzaks.
The Wheels you got; so the offsets and all the other critical measures are the same as stock or are you going to have to do a spacer. I may well follow your direction and get winter wheels and tires.
thanks for your input.
The Wheels you got; so the offsets and all the other critical measures are the same as stock or are you going to have to do a spacer. I may well follow your direction and get winter wheels and tires.
thanks for your input.
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43 20” with winter tires UPSIZE
As I’m now looking to purchase winter tires for the stock 20” staggered 43 I’m running into a dilemma. My personal preference is for Michelin tires. It looks like my only option is the Alpin 5 upsized to the 63 dimensions. Can anyone give an opinion on if that’s OK to do or not?
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As I’m now looking to purchase winter tires for the stock 20” staggered 43 I’m running into a dilemma. My personal preference is for Michelin tires. It looks like my only option is the Alpin 5 upsized to the 63 dimensions. Can anyone give an opinion on if that’s OK to do or not?
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Personally, I stick with narrow. They perform better in the winter, which is what you are after. And 255 aren't that narrow...
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Agree with this. Just purchased 4 BBS (19s) rims and Pirelli winter tires (255s on all 4 wheels); was strongly urged to go with square set up for winter vs. staggered + aggressive look. My summer set up is the OEM 21s wheels with conti summer tires (staggered 285 in back 255 in front). I'm probably more in the camp that wants to prioritize safety first and wants best set up for that at the slight expense of aggressive look. I totally get it if it's not everyone's priority - it's your $$ and the car will look great either way.
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ChiCubs (08-20-2020)
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Looks good. Angle or are you running spacers ? I was also referring to you asking about the panamericana grille. Did you find those pix?
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I put Nokian Hakkapeliitta R3s on 20” factory AMG wheels in factory staggered sizes- took of my summer 21’s. GLC63. Used tire-easy.com
i had R2s on my Range Rover Sport and was very happy with them. Great wear, not too mushy on tarmac and grippy on snow and ice.
i had R2s on my Range Rover Sport and was very happy with them. Great wear, not too mushy on tarmac and grippy on snow and ice.
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Looks good. Did you get the wheels painted black? I haven't seen them in black before.
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affalterthought (12-02-2019)
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Curious as to what others are choosing.
Here winter tires are mandatory and yes I always buy a second set of wheels for all my cars. Opted for a set of 4x 19" 8.5 +45 offset "Fast FC04" in a black winter certified finish. These wheels are flow formed. https://www.fastwheels.ca/productinfo.aspx?wn=fc04&fn=metallic+black&v=merce des-amg_2017_glc43_4matic+(x253)-4matic+(x253)_s_pp&dm=19 Had Blizzak DM-V2 mounted on them. Opted to go with 19" all around non staggered in a 235/55R19. FYI, both of these wheels and tires are also available in staggered if you want to go this route. I have not yet put them on as it's practically still summer here but they do look great. There are more high performance tires out there but my main goal is best winter ice traction, quiet and good traction on dry roads and must say the Blizzaks are hard to beat.
Here winter tires are mandatory and yes I always buy a second set of wheels for all my cars. Opted for a set of 4x 19" 8.5 +45 offset "Fast FC04" in a black winter certified finish. These wheels are flow formed. https://www.fastwheels.ca/productinfo.aspx?wn=fc04&fn=metallic+black&v=merce des-amg_2017_glc43_4matic+(x253)-4matic+(x253)_s_pp&dm=19 Had Blizzak DM-V2 mounted on them. Opted to go with 19" all around non staggered in a 235/55R19. FYI, both of these wheels and tires are also available in staggered if you want to go this route. I have not yet put them on as it's practically still summer here but they do look great. There are more high performance tires out there but my main goal is best winter ice traction, quiet and good traction on dry roads and must say the Blizzaks are hard to beat.
thanks!
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FastE (12-11-2019)