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[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"?

[F82_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.

[Twinbo]

Originally Posted by ben@tirerack

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.

Just ordered these.

Thanks for the help Ben!

[ben@tirerack]

Originally Posted by 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

Wintersport 3D seems to have the best setup for staggered 18". 235/40R18 F and 255/40R18 R. Good for winter use in Europe due to V speed rating and reasonably nice handling when the roads are clear.

[Hoyt]

Originally Posted by ben@tirerack

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.

Sweet.... thanks for the info Ben. Will these be available to order via tire rack.com or do I need to call you to order?

I ask because I just checked and the winter package selector only shows the silver A7's.

[ben@tirerack]

Originally Posted by Jank

Sweet.... thanks for the info Ben. Will these be available to order via tire rack.com or do I need to call you to order?

I ask because I just checked and the winter package selector only shows the silver A7's.

Should be available online, but sometimes the site doesn't pick them up. Our IT guys haven't gotten it perfectly ironed out, so feel free to call me if they are not showing.

[Hoyt]

Holy super fast processing and shipping batman!

I ordered a new set of LM-60's mounted on the Black A7's Tuesday afternoon and they were just delivered.

Thanks again for all your help Ben!

[Ali.K_BMW]

Ben.... I have a 2011 M3 Vert - should I run the staggered setup or can I stick with 235/40R18 all around? Also, I do not see the Bridgestone LM-25 on your site for 18"


thanks!

[BMW1986]

Could I make a set with the Michelin Alpin P3 in a square setup of 235/40 R18's instead of the P2's? What exactly is the difference between the P2 and P3?

Thanks!

[ben@tirerack]

Originally Posted by Jank

Holy super fast processing and shipping batman!

I ordered a new set of LM-60's mounted on the Black A7's Tuesday afternoon and they were just delivered.

Thanks again for all your help Ben!

You are welcome! I appreciate all the business and support from you guys on the forum.

[ben@tirerack]

Originally Posted by trackfiend

Ben.... I have a 2011 M3 Vert - should I run the staggered setup or can I stick with 235/40R18 all around? Also, I do not see the Bridgestone LM-25 on your site for 18"


thanks!

Staggered or square, depends mostly on the wheels. Staggered wheels I generally try to pair with staggered tires. Square setups often give more tire choice and do better in the snow.

LM25 is gone for all but a few sizes of runflat application. The LM60 is the replacement.

[ben@tirerack]

Originally Posted by BMW1986

Could I make a set with the Michelin Alpin P3 in a square setup of 235/40 R18's instead of the P2's? What exactly is the difference between the P2 and P3?

Thanks!

PA3 has an updated tread pattern and a new tread compound compared to the PA3. Most have found it to be an improvement over the PA2. Definitely a good choice in 235/40R18 or 245/40R18. Not really available in good sizes for a wider rear wheel.

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

[bmwli]

Originally Posted by e.n335

Tires
front: Pirelli W 240 Sottozero S2 235/40 R18 91V M+S Kennung, N1
rear: Pirelli W 240 Sottozero S2 255/40 R18 95V M+S Kennung, N1

Wheels
VMR BMW V710 18 inch
front: 8.5 x 18 ET35
rear: 9.5 x 18 ET22

Spacers for front wheels (hub centric)
H&R System DR 2075725 10mm or
H&R System DR 2475725 12mm each

Longer wheel bolts (10) for front wheels (Macht Schnell, black)

Great setup

Performs excellent and looks quite good, IMO.

are the spacers in the front necessary? when yes, would it also work with 5mm each side?

[ceesar]

Hi Ben,

I have a 2012 M3 Convertible on order, production starting 31/Oct, so I can likely expect delivery mid-Dec / early-Jan.

Given that we had our first frost today here in the Pacific NW, I'm worried about the car in the cold.

Can you advise a set of winter tyre / wheel package? Not looking for fancy wheels, just enough to get tgrough the winter. My car will come with 19" wheels ... but I'm told that 18" are better in the cold/ice/snow. With the M3 I'm also going to need TPMS. Do the packages come pre-balanced that I mount myself, or do I still need to get them mounted at a tyre shop?