09-20-2018, 03:17 PM | #1 |
Second Lieutenant
208
Rep 245
Posts |
Winter Tire/Wheel setup advice
I'm trying to figure out what would be the best way to go for a second set of tires/wheels/TPMS for winter. Probably some Blizzaks.
I have a 2017 RWD 340i currently with 225/40-19 (8JX19 ET36) on the front and 255/35-19 (8,5JX19 ET47) on the back. Style 442 and M-Sport brakes. I can't decide if 18 inch wheels might be better or just stick with 19. I assume 18 will fit? With the adaptive suspension, the ride is not too harsh on 19s, although a little more rubber might be nice for winter. The other question is, is there any reason to stay staggered or can I just put 225/40-19 front and back? Looking for some advice. |
09-20-2018, 03:17 PM | #2 |
¯\_(ツ)_/¯
947
Rep 1,762
Posts |
Get 18's
225/45-18 or 235/45-18 all around
__________________
Tensioner/belt DIY | Side skirt extension DIY
Apex SM-10/DWS06+ | 400m/X-ice Xi3 | Injen Exhaust | Stoptech SS Lines | 335 Front Brakes Hawk HPS 5.0 | RBF600 | ER Charge Pipes | Wagner Evo Comp 2 FMIC |
Appreciate
1
metallicpea714.00 |
09-20-2018, 03:31 PM | #3 |
Major
714
Rep 1,329
Posts |
Yep, this is right. 18" will fit sport brakes if they are chosen for your model and you should go square so that you can rotate the tires each season.
You will love them in icy, snowy or slick conditions.
__________________
2002 325i sport - sold 2009 135i M sport - sold
2009 550i M sport - sold 2005 M3 6MT Jet Black w/Cinnamon 2016 F30 320i ZSP 2003 E46 325it ZSP 5MT |
Appreciate
0
|
09-20-2018, 04:42 PM | #4 |
Brigadier General
1435
Rep 4,724
Posts |
Winter tires, and driving recommend a square set up. You cannot go any smaller than 18s with the brakes on your car.
__________________
Current: 2021 M340i xDrive
Previous: '18 340i xDrive; '15 335 xDrive; '14 435i xDrive; '09 335 E92 xDrive |
Appreciate
0
|
09-20-2018, 04:44 PM | #5 |
Lieutenant General
5899
Rep 10,272
Posts |
BMW 18" 400M Style wheels with tires offering a taller sidewall would be ideal for a winter wheels / tires set. No fitment concerns with M Sport brakes.
|
Appreciate
1
metallicpea714.00 |
09-21-2018, 10:17 AM | #6 |
Major
714
Rep 1,329
Posts |
I have a staggered set of these for sale in the classifieds right now. I would split the set and sell you the front two if you were interested.
__________________
2002 325i sport - sold 2009 135i M sport - sold
2009 550i M sport - sold 2005 M3 6MT Jet Black w/Cinnamon 2016 F30 320i ZSP 2003 E46 325it ZSP 5MT |
Appreciate
0
|
09-22-2018, 12:02 PM | #7 |
Lieutenant
244
Rep 596
Posts |
Three words: Nokian Hakkapelitia R2
__________________
2020 X3 M40 Alpine White over Cognac • 20" BBS CC-R • Cerium delete
2017 440xi Estoril over Saddle Brown • 6-speed • Every stinkin' option |
Appreciate
0
|
09-23-2018, 04:29 AM | #8 | |
Private
48
Rep 78
Posts |
Quote:
- front: 8,5Jx19 ET 37 225x40 R19 - back: 9,5Jx19 Et40 255x35 R19 I have 18" for the winter, all 4 the same: 8Jx18 ET34 225x45 R18 You can also set up (less secure): 225x45 R18 / 255x40 R18 My set of winter / summer wheels: |
|
Appreciate
0
|
Post Reply |
Bookmarks |
|
|