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12-22-2008, 11:59 AM | #67 | |
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01-21-2009, 08:41 AM | #69 |
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Sold out of A7's. MT-1 will soon be out too
For any last minute winter shoppers, we are all out of the Sport Edition A7 that I had mentioned as the primary choice for Tire Rack winter packages. We will be restocking this wheel, but I doubt that we will see any more for the snow season.
Edit in response to a PM question: No, the 18x9 ET20 should not be used on the front. Rubbing is not your friend. I have very few of the TR Motorsport MT-1 left also.
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01-21-2009, 09:49 AM | #70 |
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I am glad I got mine when I did.
I haven't seen anyone post this before, but I noticed the ASA logo is cast into the back of each wheel. That made me feel a little better about the quality.
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02-14-2009, 10:32 AM | #71 |
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I bought the Pirelli Sottozero II 235/40-18; 255/40-18 winter tires from Tire Rack to go on the stock 18" takeoffs that I bought from a fellow member here. I live in the Denver area and we get relatively frequent snows, but the roads are plowed right away and it usually clears in no more than two-days. I wanted a tire that would get me around in the snow and still be more than competent in the dry. This tire really fills the bill, giving me a very secure feeling on snow, ice, wet and dry. (My summer tires are the Michelin 19" PS2s).
BTW, Tire Rack's service was great, with quick turn around. Their recommended local installer "Swis Tire" had the most amazing installation equipment that I've seen, giving me the most secure feeling I've ever had with a tire-monkey handling expensive wheels and tires. Dave
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would 245/40 R18 fronts fit? What about 265/40 R18 rears as a staggered set on OEM 18" wheels? Tried to reach Ben but got voicemail. Can't find a set of my preferred Bridgestone Blizak LM-25 at least the fronts anywhere in recommended sizes.
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I was hoping my PS2's would last long enough to use my stock 18's for a winter setup this year. My car needs new rear tires to pass inspection and I'd rather not drop the money on new PS2's if I'm going to take them off in 2 months.
Would any of the popular winter tires (e.g. LM-25 or LM-60 Blizzaks, Wintersports) be acceptable over the next two months for a daily driver? Also, what tires would you recommend? 245/40R18 all around? 235 front and 255 back? Thanks |
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The performance winter tires are pretty decent on dry roads. They're no PS2, but they're respectable if you can remember not to push them too hard.
Keep in mind that they wear faster in warm weather, so the more you can baby them when it's warm, the better.
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09-10-2009, 09:58 AM | #76 |
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nice (or unfortunately given the time of the year is back), the winter chat is back
have you heard anything new on the blizzaks (i.e. new version)? are they OK to start to order? |
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09-10-2009, 11:41 AM | #77 |
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Blizzak LM-60 is available to order. Size list here
The LM-60 is the new high-performance winter tire, designed as an upgrade to the LM-25. LM-25's still in stock are on closeout until stock is depleted.
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09-10-2009, 07:04 PM | #78 | |
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What is suggested fitment for the e92 M3 staggered with this new LM60 tire? Can't find them recommended on the site when I click my car and recommended winter packages.
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For 18s, The 255/45 or 255/40 would probably work in the rear (not sure which one will come closest to stock diameter - you'd have to run numbers I guess). You could probably do the 235/75 on the stock wheel also, but that's probably not the better choice for a winter setup. For 19s (which probably isn't the best choice for winter to begin with) it looks like the 245/40 would be the only one that comes close to stock for the front. |
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255/40 would be the way to go for staggered rear 18's
235/35R19 would be an option for 19" fronts. That would be the equivalent dimensions of the BMW recommended 235/40R18 winter size.
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255/40R18 would work all around, but the popular 235/40R18 and 255/40R18 is no longer possible, because the 235/40R18 is sold out. They sold out very early, because there were not a lot left over.
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So what are the options you have Ben? When will they be avail? Tried calling you but got voicemail each time. Will need to order winter rubber within the next few weeks as it looks to be an early and colder winter if things continue this way as we're seeing fall temps NOW in the NE and its what Sept 15th just now.
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I am looking for a winter set (wheels+ tires).
I am thinking about the 18" wheels mentioned in the original post (mostly because they are the only choice according to tirerack). However, what are my options for tires? Winter traction is the most important criteria, since I have my summer tires for handling. I am not very interested in "performance winter" tires, since this seems counter productive. I have heard good things about the Blizzaks, but do not see them as an option. Thoughts? |
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Tire Rack doesn't carry them, but I put Nokian Hakka R's on my E90 before last winter and they are well beyond anything I've had before (Blizzaks, Dunlop WS M3, etc.) Downsides are that they are really soft and fairly expensive, but I had the same requirements as you - max traction, not performance. Very confidence inspiring tire in deep snow, icy/slushy conditions, you name it.
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Fronts not in stock yet, but should be in mid-October or so. We can take orders for them already.
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09-18-2009, 11:49 AM | #88 |
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Hi Ben - Does all around 245/45/18 works well on the OEM 18" gun metal rims even if they are wider or do I need to get new rims if I am running that setup? Just planning to get the tires and not another set of rims that I have to store once winter is over. thanks!
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