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[Sgop335]

Originally Posted by cuz123

Okay well this would be by new winter setup once they get installed and then I already have summer rims and tires.. Would u guys go to dealer to let them install tires on the old rims or go a tire shop?

Cool then, i go to a regular tire shop, some one who has dealt w tpms

[deeLow]

Originally Posted by Sgop335

I dont think the height is any lower since the od of a 225 45 17, 225 40 18 and 255 35 18 are all same!

I meant bumper height actually. I know tire height will end up being close if not the same

[Sgop335]

Originally Posted by deeLow

I meant bumper height actually. I know tire height will end up being close if not the same

Since od is same bumper ht is same?

[Dustin335i]

Originally Posted by Gary@TireRack

Yes, you can indeed use 225/40R18 on all four wheels with no problem. This is a pretty common way to go as it results in better winter traction with more selection of tires at better prices as well.

Winter http://www.tirerack.com/a.jsp?a=AH8&...nter/index.jsp

Hey Gary, it seems like this guy is asking about putting 225/40/18's on his rear stock wheels (requiring 255/35/18).
Am I understanding what you're saying correctly; that it may work to stretch 225/40/18 on rear (255) wheel? Or, do I really need to get a 255/35/18'' winter tire? Because there's really only 1 tire available in that size on TireRack, I would like to run a slightly different size, if possible, aka 255/40/18 or 245/40/18, or similar.

Thanks so much for your help.

[Dustin335i]

Originally Posted by deeLow

Just curious on those with sport suspension and RWD... How's the lower ride height in the snow? Just got a set of dedicated 17's and am curious. Last year I had no problem in my old AWD XI on all weathers but this year is my first winter with RWD and a set a dedicated snows.

I (regrettably, and now am buying snow tires again) sold my 17'' winter setup at the end of last winter.

My coupe is RWD and I'm on Eibach Sport struts & springs. Though the car is low, I have been shocked at how well it did in the snow, I mean, actual 4'' of fresh snow or more. Last year in Philly we had a couple hard storms, and it ran great Continental Extreme Winter Contact tires.

[Daiz4yota]

Originally Posted by Gary@TireRack

If you're buying separate wheels, 225/45R17 on 17X7 (or 7.5" or 8"...) would be more effective in winter conditions and more economical than an 18"setup.

Winter http://www.tirerack.com/a.jsp?a=AH8&...nter/index.jsp

Can I not run Blizzak WS80s on a 18x8 and 18x8.5 staggered setup? Im very close to picking up a complete winter wheel/tire/tpms package off you guys

[Gary@TireRack]

Yes, the Blizzak WS80 comes in both factory sizes, so you can use 225/40R18 front and 255/35R18 rear with no problem.

Winter http://www.tirerack.com/a.jsp?a=AH8&...nter/index.jsp

[Gary@TireRack]

Yes, the Blizzak WS80 comes in both factory sizes, so you can use 225/40R18 front and 255/35R18 rear with no problem.

Winter http://www.tirerack.com/a.jsp?a=AH8&...nter/index.jsp

[Quasimodem]

Originally Posted by Gary@TireRack

Yes, the Blizzak WS80 comes in both factory sizes, so you can use 225/40R18 front and 255/35R18 rear with no problem.

Winter http://www.tirerack.com/a.jsp?a=AH8&...nter/index.jsp

I am thinking about going with a 17" square Sport Edition A8 winter setup on my 09 335d Sport Suspension e90.

Your site recommends using 225/40/17 (25.2 inch diameter) tires but I like a bit more space for chains.

I was wondering if it is possible to use 235/40/17 (24.5 inch diameter) tires -- bit wider in front shouldn't be a problem, but the overall wheel diameter will be a good half an inch less (if my chart is correct), besides affecting the speedometer, will it have any negative effect on transmission/differential.

[Gary@TireRack]

Originally Posted by Quasimodem

I am thinking about going with a 17" square Sport Edition A8 winter setup on my 09 335d Sport Suspension e90.

Your site recommends using 225/40/17 (25.2 inch diameter) tires but I like a bit more space for chains.

I was wondering if it is possible to use 235/40/17 (24.5 inch diameter) tires -- bit wider in front shouldn't be a problem, but the overall wheel diameter will be a good half an inch less (if my chart is correct), besides affecting the speedometer, will it have any negative effect on transmission/differential.

225/45R17 (which are 25.0" in diameter) should be the recommended size as opposed to 225/40R17.


235/40R17 will fit but no winter tires are made in this size.

[Quasimodem]

Originally Posted by Gary@TireRack

225/45R17 (which are 25.0" in diameter) should be the recommended size as opposed to 225/40R17.


235/40R17 will fit but no winter tires are made in this size.

Okay, thanks.

[miker2013]

i bot a set of nokian hakka r2 winter tires, they are the best... i was amazed at the snow and ice performance of these tires, i can't imagine any are better... others may be a little smoother and quieter but they don't have the grip that these do... my 3 series xdrive felt like a tank with these on last winter, do not hesitate to buy these