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11-07-2010, 08:54 PM | #1 |
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Anyone run 18" Snow Wheels/Tires?
Anyone run 18" snow tires on a 2009 or newer Z4 (any model) through heavy snow? Was going to go with 225/40R18s on 18 x 8.5s... Wondering if there were any real significant disadvantages to running 18" as opposed to 17" in a good amount of snow. Since my 2011 Zed will be my only daily driver, I need a good set of snow shoes, and the selections seem to be way better for 18s and Tire rack keeps indicating issues with certain 17s fitting...
Plus, these wheels that I was kinda digging only come in 18" or bigger: |
11-08-2010, 09:47 AM | #3 |
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However running on 17" wheels instead of 18" wheels means a higher profile tire which is preferable in winter.
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They say 17" are the best for snow, I will get by with 18" I don't plan to drive too much when there is snow on the ground. I got a good deal on the wheels so 18" it will be for my winter set.
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I ran 18" on my previous car, summer (GoodYear Eagle F1 GSD3) and winter (Bridgestone Blizzak LM25) with no problem.
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just got Michelin X-Ice Xi2's on Elbrus I02 rims (cheap but then again they're for winter). Here's a comparison between summer tires and winter tires. pray that I stay right side up
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