Winter mode, when are you switching? - Page 5 - BMW 3-Series (E90 E92) Forum

insaini · 11-08-2012, 05:44 PM

I need 20mm spacers for my setup, anyone selling a set?

imtimmy · 11-08-2012, 05:53 PM

I am selling a set of Bridgestone Blizzaks to match 335i setup. Good amount of tread left. 1 tire is actually a Dunlop sp winter sport that I needed to purchase becuz the Blizzak was out of stock when my tire went flat. The Dunlop is the rear 255/35/18 and has at least 90% tread, barely used. The others have around 80% tread. Not asking much just want to get rid of them. I'm in TX. I will provide pics for anyone interested.

Mspeed_1 · 11-08-2012, 09:44 PM

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Originally Posted by tomy12

how much did you save? and what did you get?

i was on a business trip for about 4 days, which allowed me to bring back up to $800 dollars worth. I picked up a set of Michelin Xice xi2, 225/45/17

after shipping and mail in rebated, came to $595 for a set of 4.

Cheapest i can find here is $1000 not including taxes. so in all, I saved quite a bit. and with the trip is totally worth it since i didn't have to make a trip just to pick it up, and no cost to me, company paid for.

tomy12 · 11-09-2012, 11:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mspeed_1

i was on a business trip for about 4 days, which allowed me to bring back up to $800 dollars worth. I picked up a set of Michelin Xice xi2, 225/45/17

after shipping and mail in rebated, came to $595 for a set of 4.

Cheapest i can find here is $1000 not including taxes. so in all, I saved quite a bit. and with the trip is totally worth it since i didn't have to make a trip just to pick it up, and no cost to me, company paid for.

that is quite a deal

how did u get the mail in rebate? you've got an address in the states?
tire companies usually dont honour Canadian rebates

KCX_335xi · 11-09-2012, 11:37 AM

usaddressinc.com

Mspeed_1 · 11-09-2012, 01:09 PM

^ yep

techy1 · 11-09-2012, 04:20 PM

i think someone should setup a group buy =D... I'm getting mine from tire connection this or next week.

M.J. · 11-12-2012, 11:15 AM

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Originally Posted by abhishriv

i just got an alignment last weekend before putting the winters on because the rear of my car was kicking out on bumps on the highway (turns out it was because of cold hard balding rear tires and too stiff of a setting on rear suspension)... but i just threw the winters on after. debating if i should raise up the car a tiny bit for winter... if i do then i will have to get an alignment done again

I am experiencing the same at the rear tires (bald/hardening when cold). Weather has still been better than normal so not swapping yet. I'm keeping it low with winters with no alignment since it was done 2 months ago.

max_k20 · 11-12-2012, 11:52 AM

Tire swapped for winter (189 now winter wheels) and weather tech digital fit carpter are on their way !!!

MOAB · 11-12-2012, 12:33 PM

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Originally Posted by M.J.

I am experiencing the same at the rear tires (bald/hardening when cold). Weather has still been better than normal so not swapping yet. I'm keeping it low with winters with no alignment since it was done 2 months ago.

Unless the only time you drive is when the temperatures have reached the daytime high, you are negligent in driving your car without winter tires at this time of year. Stay away from my part of town!

BMdblU · 11-13-2012, 11:40 AM

Still rolling the mich pss for now .. especially with the forecast. When the high drops below 5degs for a few days straight I'll swap em.

Hate driving on warm dry pavement with winter tread blocks. As long as you aren't driving carelessly and adjust your speeds accordingly summers are fine for now imo.

jim.e. · 11-13-2012, 01:05 PM

I'm throwing mine on this week. It's staying under 10 degree's and I'm leaving for Vermont in 2 weeks. Rather have them on so that the car is ready when I'm back rather than have to put them on while there's snow outside.

Just because it says "high of 8 degree's", that doesn't mean the pavement is warm or even close to 8 degree's.

StyleBimma · 11-14-2012, 12:05 AM

might switch this weekend or the next.

dzlmoose · 11-16-2012, 11:43 AM

I switched and my car feels sad now.

e9012345 · 11-17-2012, 10:01 PM

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Originally Posted by dzlmoose

I switched and my car feels sad now.

+1.... Can't wait till Spring!!

demontwinz · 11-27-2012, 08:37 AM

HEY GUYS

Pirellis' pzero nero M + S in Toronto, Winters 335i E92.
Should I spend the extra for a winter set up?

I would appreciate any feedback.

335BBS · 11-27-2012, 08:42 AM

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Originally Posted by demontwinz

HEY GUYS

Pirellis' pzero nero M + S in Toronto, Winters 335i E92.
Should I spend the extra for a winter set up?

I would appreciate any feedback.

YES. As it gets colder you will notice more wheel spin as that compound won't grab cold frozen pavement. watch video on Tirerack comparing A/S to winter. They take WAY longer to stop etc. I'm in Toronto with winters and I still worry every time it snows......with the exception of last winter. How did you end up with M+S and not a summer tire?

demontwinz · 11-27-2012, 08:45 AM

the pzero nero's M+S are very good tires.

They are amazing in dry pavement and rain. I think I could handle snow but winter tires are better. I've driven 10+ years in Toronto Winter with all seasons but all FWD and 4WD.

it's more of a gamble.

335BBS · 11-27-2012, 10:19 AM

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Originally Posted by demontwinz

the pzero nero's M+S are very good tires.

They are amazing in dry pavement and rain. I think I could handle snow but winter tires are better. I've driven 10+ years in Toronto Winter with all seasons but all FWD and 4WD.

it's more of a gamble.

Yes it is. I'm sure they are great on warm pavement. Thats a big part of why winter tires are so superior......they have grip when temp drops. How did you end up with a/s on e92?

demontwinz · 11-27-2012, 12:26 PM

M+S came with the car : )

335BBS · 11-27-2012, 12:46 PM

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Originally Posted by demontwinz

M+S came with the car : )

Ah. Try a summer tire like Conti DW or Michelin pss (more dough) when they wear out. Once you go summer/winter tire you'll be amazed.

BRAISKI · 11-27-2012, 01:41 PM

Will be switching it this week.

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11-12-2012, 11:52 AM	#97
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11-13-2012, 11:40 AM	#99
BMdblU Brigadier General Drives: with no destination Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: 416 Posts: 3,797 iTrader: (2)	Still rolling the mich pss for now .. especially with the forecast. When the high drops below 5degs for a few days straight I'll swap em. Hate driving on warm dry pavement with winter tread blocks. As long as you aren't driving carelessly and adjust your speeds accordingly summers are fine for now imo. __________________ BSM 335is \| 6MT \| KW2 \| BBS LM DBK \| PSS \| COBB \| VK DP's \| ER FMIC \| BMS DCI \| "The car is the closest thing we will ever create to something that is alive." - Sir William Lyons

11-14-2012, 12:05 AM	#101
StyleBimma Driven by passion. Fueled by dreams. Drives: e90 330i Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: somewhere in the GTA Posts: 313 iTrader: (1) Garage List E90 BMW 330i ZSP [4.67]	might switch this weekend or the next. __________________ Driven by passion. Fueled by dreams. www.voladodesign.com

11-27-2012, 08:37 AM	#104
demontwinz First Lieutenant Drives: 335i e92 Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Toronto Posts: 372 iTrader: (0)	HEY GUYS Pirellis' pzero nero M + S in Toronto, Winters 335i E92. Should I spend the extra for a winter set up? I would appreciate any feedback. __________________

11-08-2012, 05:44 PM	#89
insaini Second Lieutenant Drives: 07 328i Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: toronto Posts: 211 iTrader: (3)	I need 20mm spacers for my setup, anyone selling a set?

11-08-2012, 05:53 PM	#90
imtimmy New Member Drives: Audi A4 Join Date: May 2011 Location: Plano, TX. Posts: 5 iTrader: (0)	I am selling a set of Bridgestone Blizzaks to match 335i setup. Good amount of tread left. 1 tire is actually a Dunlop sp winter sport that I needed to purchase becuz the Blizzak was out of stock when my tire went flat. The Dunlop is the rear 255/35/18 and has at least 90% tread, barely used. The others have around 80% tread. Not asking much just want to get rid of them. I'm in TX. I will provide pics for anyone interested.

11-09-2012, 01:09 PM	#94
Mspeed_1 Second Lieutenant Drives: Car Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: GTA Posts: 287 iTrader: (6)	^ yep

11-09-2012, 04:20 PM	#95
techy1 Lieutenant Drives: 2008 328i Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Brampton Canada Posts: 408 iTrader: (2)	i think someone should setup a group buy =D... I'm getting mine from tire connection this or next week.

11-13-2012, 01:05 PM	#100
jim.e. Lieutenant Drives: 07 E90 Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Brampton//Markham Posts: 480 iTrader: (3)	I'm throwing mine on this week. It's staying under 10 degree's and I'm leaving for Vermont in 2 weeks. Rather have them on so that the car is ready when I'm back rather than have to put them on while there's snow outside. Just because it says "high of 8 degree's", that doesn't mean the pavement is warm or even close to 8 degree's.

11-16-2012, 11:43 AM	#102
dzlmoose Second Lieutenant Drives: 2011 335d M-Sport Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Toronto, Canada Posts: 208 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2011 335d [0.00]	I switched and my car feels sad now.

11-27-2012, 08:45 AM	#106
demontwinz First Lieutenant Drives: 335i e92 Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Toronto Posts: 372 iTrader: (0)	the pzero nero's M+S are very good tires. They are amazing in dry pavement and rain. I think I could handle snow but winter tires are better. I've driven 10+ years in Toronto Winter with all seasons but all FWD and 4WD. it's more of a gamble. __________________

11-27-2012, 12:26 PM	#108
demontwinz First Lieutenant Drives: 335i e92 Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Toronto Posts: 372 iTrader: (0)	M+S came with the car : ) __________________

11-27-2012, 01:41 PM	#110
BRAISKI Colonel Drives: '11 335xi e92 M-Pak Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: GTA/KW, Canada Posts: 2,034 iTrader: (3) Garage List 2011 BMW 335xi [3.50]	Will be switching it this week. __________________ My 2011 ED @ BMW Welt, one of the best days of my life! Full front PPF!

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