Winter tires on yet?

JSpira · 12-15-2009, 02:27 PM

I just had my Blizzak winter tires fitted after a few days of seeing the BMW snowflake. Thanks to STS on Hillside (thanks Vish!), I was in and out in 30 min.

I go from 19" to 17" for winter tires and, while the car does handle a bit differently, I have absolute confidence in its ability in snow and cold weather.

FYI, here is an article on Winter Driving Tips for those interested.

cotmfk · 12-15-2009, 03:16 PM

Yeah, I have my winters on already. It snowed, but no accumulation on the roads so far.

I definitely miss the handling of summer wheels/tires!! I can't wait until March to put them back on!

3lusive · 12-15-2009, 03:27 PM

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Originally Posted by JSpira

I just had my Blizzak winter tires fitted after a few days of seeing the BMW snowflake. Thanks to STS on Hillside (thanks Vish!), I was in and out in 30 min.

Now that's what I call efficient service. I went to Mr. Tire and was in and out in 2.5 hours.

Ender514 · 12-15-2009, 03:52 PM

had mine put on last week

Sara · 12-15-2009, 04:17 PM

I put mine on in November. Blizzaks <3333

DenverJayhawk · 12-15-2009, 04:21 PM

Unfortunately, no winter tires

When it's cold here, we're forced to drive the SUV.

Darkcyd_Turbo · 12-15-2009, 04:26 PM

17+ inches of snow here in WI in the coarse of day a half...you bet your ass I have my Blizzaks on! lol

02themax · 12-15-2009, 04:31 PM

Put my Dunlop 3D's on a month ago.

crazed792 · 12-15-2009, 04:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JSpira

I just had my Blizzak winter tires fitted after a few days of seeing the BMW snowflake. Thanks to STS on Hillside (thanks Vish!), I was in and out in 30 min.

I go from 19" to 17" for winter tires and, while the car does handle a bit differently, I have absolute confidence in its ability in snow and cold weather.

FYI, here is an article on Winter Driving Tips for those interested.

I went from 19s to 16s. Just imagining driving in my summer setup last week makes me cringe. I actually still couldn't make it up the final hill to my place (basically on the side of a mountain, first winter there), so I had to park and walk up. I just bought chains.

HermesRider · 12-15-2009, 05:21 PM

Put my 18" stock with Dunlop 3Ds on a couple weeks ago. Yeah I know I live in NC, but still want to be safe in the mountain passes! Wish they weren't so loud though

Twilight1 · 12-15-2009, 05:22 PM

I've had the Blizzak WS 60s on for about ten days and it's one of the best winter cars I've ever driven. The combination of the incredible grip, the nearly instant on ceramic heater, heated seats and the residual heating , it really takes the hassle out of winter driving.

kugasman · 12-15-2009, 05:43 PM

Put my LM-60's 17" on in Nov. No heavy snow yet but I'm excited to try them out!

3lusive · 12-15-2009, 05:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Darkcyd_Turbo

17+ inches of snow here in WI in the coarse of day a half...you bet your ass I have my Blizzaks on! lol

Lucky..I'm in brookfield and we got maybe 5 inches.

vgtek · 12-15-2009, 06:30 PM

was debating if the all seasons would be good enough, but thought what the heck,bought some Blizzaks from Tirerack...took Goodyear a little over an hour to mount and balance. now just waiting a few months before I spring for coilovers and new wheels.

Sara · 12-15-2009, 06:32 PM

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Originally Posted by crazed792

I went from 19s to 16s. Just imagining driving in my summer setup last week makes me cringe. I actually still couldn't make it up the final hill to my place (basically on the side of a mountain, first winter there), so I had to park and walk up. I just bought chains.

I know your pain even with my blizzaks, Sunday night I couldnt make it up the driveway and into the garage. Parked on the street that night.

John 070 · 12-15-2009, 08:25 PM

I did mine 1 1/2 wks. ago, this time around they weren't stuck to the hubs. Doesn't anybody put their own snows on anymore? That's how my dad taught me, no AAA for us. LOL

AndreyATC · 12-15-2009, 08:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JSpira

I just had my Blizzak winter tires fitted after a few days of seeing the BMW snowflake. Thanks to STS on Hillside (thanks Vish!), I was in and out in 30 min.

I go from 19" to 17" for winter tires and, while the car does handle a bit differently, I have absolute confidence in its ability in snow and cold weather.

FYI, here is an article on Winter Driving Tips for those interested.

Just got mine swapped this weekend
From 19s to 18s with Dunlop 3Ds

Let it snow!!!

rambalu80 · 12-15-2009, 08:46 PM

We've had our earliest ever snowfall already but I don't plan to switch to winter tires!

Higgs1 · 12-15-2009, 08:50 PM

Got my Dunlop 3Ds on a little over a week ago, before our first snowfall (4 inches) and was fine on the road, hopefully it'll be a mild winter here in MA

TT3 iN NyC · 12-15-2009, 08:51 PM

Hey Jspira. Which STS did you goto on Hillside? The one by the Honda dealer near 148th St and Hillside Avenue in Jamaica NY?

Ricer X · 12-15-2009, 08:53 PM

Got the 17" Blizzak LM-25's on the stock rims 1 day after the first icing here. The difference is noticeable (went with the 25's because they were cheaper than the new LM-60's). Had some snowfall in the past week. Nothing ridiculous but I drove confidently. Not looking forward to deeper snow, but not because of my tires...because I friggin hate snow.

JSpira · 12-15-2009, 09:26 PM

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Hey Jspira. Which STS did you goto on Hillside? The one by the Honda dealer near 148th St and Hillside Avenue in Jamaica NY?

New Hyde Park. The one in Queens is no longer open. If you go, tell Vish (the asst. mgr.) I sent you.

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Twilight1 First Lieutenant 25 Rep 363 Posts Drives: Tuned SHO Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: MI iTrader: (0)	I've had the Blizzak WS 60s on for about ten days and it's one of the best winter cars I've ever driven. The combination of the incredible grip, the nearly instant on ceramic heater, heated seats and the residual heating , it really takes the hassle out of winter driving.
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vgtek Cobra Kai 0 Rep 81 Posts Drives: E92 335 Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: CA iTrader: (0)	was debating if the all seasons would be good enough, but thought what the heck,bought some Blizzaks from Tirerack...took Goodyear a little over an hour to mount and balance. now just waiting a few months before I spring for coilovers and new wheels.
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