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[884487]

gobrigavitch, have you read up on tirerack.com about the difference between Studless winter and Performance witner tires? Also Car and driver had a good article on witner tires http://www.caranddriver.com/features...mparison_tests

I debated Studless (Nokian Hakka R or Michelin X-ice) vs Perf winter (Blizzack LM-60) and decided to go with the LM-60s. My reasons, I am pretty confident in the snow and ice (Ice raced for years, drive with stability control off in winter) and would rather give up some snow/ice performance for crisper handling in the dry. For a perf winter, the LM60 leans more to snow/ice traction, less dry traction then the other perf winter tires.

[cheekoman]

Originally Posted by 884487

gobrigavitch, have you read up on tirerack.com about the difference between Studless winter and Performance witner tires? Also Car and driver had a good article on witner tires http://www.caranddriver.com/features...mparison_tests

I debated Studless (Nokian Hakka R or Michelin X-ice) vs Perf winter (Blizzack LM-60) and decided to go with the LM-60s. My reasons, I am pretty confident in the snow and ice (Ice raced for years, drive with stability control off in winter) and would rather give up some snow/ice performance for crisper handling in the dry. For a perf winter, the LM60 leans more to snow/ice traction, less dry traction then the other perf winter tires.

Thanks 8.... I'll check those out. Thanks for sending the link along... It was a good read.
CM

[gobrigavitch]

Originally Posted by 884487

I debated Studless (Nokian Hakka R or Michelin X-ice) vs Perf winter (Blizzack LM-60) and decided to go with the LM-60s. My reasons, I am pretty confident in the snow and ice (Ice raced for years, drive with stability control off in winter) and would rather give up some snow/ice performance for crisper handling in the dry. For a perf winter, the LM60 leans more to snow/ice traction, less dry traction then the other perf winter tires.

Where abouts in Canada do you live? Are the cleared roads mostly dry or icy? I'm thinking about going with the Hakkapalitas because here in Prince Albert we have alot of roads that don't get cleared well for weeks at a time. Some of the main roads get cleared within 2 days of a snowfall, but even then they can have ice at the intersections for weeks at a time. If we get a cold snap where the temp sticks below -20C for a week or two the roads get really slick as even the salt doesn't work. The residential roads only get cleared once or twice a year so they have packed snow and/or ice for the majority of winter. That's why I'm thinking that a really good snow/ice tire may be better for me than a performance winter. I'm not fully decided though.

The Hakkapalita's come in 245/40-18 or 255/45-18. The 245 will be about 2/3 of an inch too small and the 255 will be about 2/3 of an inch too big. If the 255 will fit I'm thinking more sidewall is likely better for extra clearance, but I've heard the M3 doesn't tolerate the extra height well so that's why I wouldn't to get other's opinions.

[Zzhou]

I found out that there are two different price for Dunlop SP Winter Sport 3D 235/40R18, one is 212 each, and the other is 242 each, what difference between these two tires?

[abehwang]

Say I get the Sport Edition A7 18x8 all around with a 235/40/18 winter setup
Will it rub if I have 18mm front/15mm rear spacers?
I don't want to take the spacers on and off each year

[sandwood]

If anyone is interested, I'm shortly going to list a set of Sport Edition A7s with Michelin Pilot Alpin 235/40, 255/40 for sale. Rears have at least one winter left, fronts have lots of tread. I'll list them in the next week or so.

[abehwang]

Originally Posted by sandwood

If anyone is interested, I'm shortly going to list a set of Sport Edition A7s with Michelin Pilot Alpin 235/40, 255/40 for sale. Rears have at least one winter left, fronts have lots of tread. I'll list them in the next week or so.

PMed
dibs

[nmehta211]

Any particular reason why no one is selecting the Pirelli Scorpio setup in the exact sizes of the stock 18" setup? I need tires just for occasional snow and ice, but otherwise the car is garaged most of the week. A little too much snow for the all-season setup, but don't need the square setup.

Was thinking Pirelli in 245/40-18, and Pirelli 265/40-18.

[k5ng]

Originally Posted by zhouzitao

I found out that there are two different price for Dunlop SP Winter Sport 3D 235/40R18, one is 212 each, and the other is 242 each, what difference between these two tires?

I also saw that while shopping for my set. Called Tirerack and was told that there is no difference. The $242 was made specific for a Mercedes. Why would anyone pay $30 more even if they had a Merc, I don't know. Ordered my staggered set with Ben at Tirerack and now ready for my E93's first NE winter.

[Zzhou]

Originally Posted by k5ng

I also saw that while shopping for my set. Called Tirerack and was told that there is no difference. The $242 was made specific for a Mercedes. Why would anyone pay $30 more even if they had a Merc, I don't know. Ordered my staggered set with Ben at Tirerack and now ready for my E93's first NE winter.

I been told by Ben the same thing. I ordered 235 front, 255 rear Dunlop 3D with A7, Scheduled Delivery: Oct 3. will but on my MY12 E92 for the first IN winter~

[GrussGott]

Hi guys,

Sorry, read the thread and am still confused. Will 245/40-18 square work on
The stock staggered 18s?

Or how about 245/40 up front with 245/45 rear? I'm in MN so I need real winter traction for snow and ice.

I'm hoping to stick with nokian wrg2 although if Ben has a good deal on equal or better tires ...

Thanks!

[Team Plutonium]

Originally Posted by GrussGott

Hi guys,

Sorry, read the thread and am still confused. Will 245/40-18 square work on
The stock staggered 18s?

Or how about 245/40 up front with 245/45 rear? I'm in MN so I need real winter traction for snow and ice.

I'm hoping to stick with nokian wrg2 although if Ben has a good deal on equal or better tires ...

Thanks!

It will work, but it's gonna look skinny as hell. Do at least 255's in the back. Even in nasty conditions you'll be fine... it's not gonna be too wide.

[Vudoo4u2]

Ordered blizzak lm-60 in 255/35/19 and 275/35/19 for the zcp wheels

15/12 spacers...

Thanks Ben!!

Let the snow plowing begin

[silverstar44]

1 set of winter tires + rims for BMW M3, 99.9% new, like new no scratch on rims or tires, only been used for 60km.
BRIDGESTONE Blizzak MZ-03 RFT 245/40 R18 93Q runflat
Scarborough, ON
416-816-7144

[ben@tirerack]

Originally Posted by Vudoo4u2

Ordered blizzak lm-60 in 255/35/19 and 275/35/19 for the zcp wheels

15/12 spacers...

Thanks Ben!!

Let the snow plowing begin

Thank you, and enjoy playing in the snow

[aka_phox]

Originally Posted by ben@tirerack

Thank you, and enjoy playing in the snow

Ben,
Do you have in stock the Blizzak LM-60 staggered? I have the stock OEM 19s.... or what would you recommend being that where I live, we do not get much snow (maybe 2 inches all winter). We mostly get cold dry days and night and sometimes rain and freezing temps. But I do travel on the highway during these conditions as well with added "light snow fall". Any suggestions? or would I even need a "winter tire"? may "all seasons"?

[E92_SID]

Originally Posted by ben@tirerack

Thank you, and enjoy playing in the snow

I need winters for my OEM 220m 19s ASAP! Can you PM me a price and best fitment shipped to 80015?

[ben@tirerack]

Originally Posted by E92_SID

I need winters for my OEM 220m 19s ASAP! Can you PM me a price and best fitment shipped to 80015?

Blizzak LM60 255/35R19 F and 275/35R19 R are what most are doing for OEM 19" wheels in winter.

Click this link for current price and availability:

http://www.tirerack.com/tires/TireSe...&affiliate=AW8

When viewing the tires, you will have a spot to click "Shipping quote" and enter your ZIP code.

Sorry for this somewhat general answer, but I wanted to post it so it would help future viewers.

[ben@tirerack]

Originally Posted by aka_phox

Ben,
Do you have in stock the Blizzak LM-60 staggered? I have the stock OEM 19s.... or what would you recommend being that where I live, we do not get much snow (maybe 2 inches all winter). We mostly get cold dry days and night and sometimes rain and freezing temps. But I do travel on the highway during these conditions as well with added "light snow fall". Any suggestions? or would I even need a "winter tire"? may "all seasons"?

LM 60s are the only staggered 19" snows currently available. 255 F 275R. I'll reuse the link I just posted a minute ago http://www.tirerack.com/tires/TireSe...&affiliate=AW8

Click the link and enter your ZIP for price and availability. They are in stock right now. $1246 + freight (and tax if applicable).

Sounds as though you could get away with an all season for your winter tire also given how little snow you have. The winter tires stay more pliable at cold temperatures, so they will usually have better grip in dry weather that is very cold compared to all seasons. So you may still find that the winters are worth it, but with that little snow you could drive safely on an all season.

[Hoyt]

Hey Ben - are there an low cost black or darker colored wheels this year? I'm looking for a new combo set, but would really like all black wheels.

[tiggers m3]

Hi Ben

I'm in Italy and will shortly order an e92 with 18's. i want to take the summers off and put winters on the oem 18's what size and tire would you recommend? I'm thinking of the Dunlop SP Winter Sport 3D.

Then I'll buy some V710's(probably) for summer and put the oem summers on those. And then be done. It fits the budget and the wife's approval.

Thanks,

Jeremy

[ben@tirerack]

Originally Posted by Jank

Hey Ben - are there an low cost black or darker colored wheels this year? I'm looking for a new combo set, but would really like all black wheels.

Timely question. New for this winter, the venerable Sport Edition A7 is now available in black. Currently $129 each just like the silver ones. 18x8 ET20 mounts with stock lugs, needs no special hardware, accepts TPMS and OE center caps.