trouble getting winter tires. Need some help guys

hyhero89 · 11-14-2018, 04:21 PM

Hello. My vehicle is 340i, 2017, rwd, msport
I live in NY, NJ area.

I'm considering getting either Blizzak WS80 or michellin Xice.(just the tires, not winter wheels)
My wheel size : Front 225/45 R18, Rear 255/40 R18

But the problem is, on Tire rack homepage or other online tire shops, they don't have the size for the rear wheel.
I couldn't find 255/40 R18 at all.

I don't really have a good idea except going to the bmw center and get tires changed there, which I wish not to.
I appreciate it in advance brothers

Solidjake · 11-14-2018, 04:24 PM

Get 225/45 all around. I have the ICE XI3 for my car. See this thread below

https://f30.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=1554581

Pdxway · 11-14-2018, 04:28 PM

Are you a Costco member? Try calling Costco tire center to see if they can find something for you. The only issue I have with them is that some techs don't care too much about not scratching the area around the wheel nuts...

hyhero89 · 11-14-2018, 04:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Solidjake

Get 225/45 all around. I have the ICE XI3 for my car. See this thread below

https://f30.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=1554581

Thanks man. Sorry for being novice here. but what is 8" and 8.5"?

hyhero89 · 11-14-2018, 04:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pdxway

Are you a Costco member? Try calling Costco tire center to see if they can find something for you. The only issue I have with them is that some techs don't care too much about not scratching the area around the wheel nuts...

Yeah I am. Although I don't go there a lot lol. I will check them out

bimmer456 · 11-14-2018, 04:38 PM

You can find the star rated winter tire on tire rack. Or just get another set of rims for the winter tires.

chowser51 · 11-14-2018, 04:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hyhero89

Thanks man. Sorry for being novice here. but what is 8" and 8.5"?

Your front wheel is 8” wide. Your rear wheel is 8.5” wide.
The thread he linked shows you can use 225/45r18 on the rear. It will stretch a little.

Billfitz · 11-14-2018, 05:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Solidjake

Get 225/45 all around.

+1. Wider tires don't have better traction in snow, they have worse.

brettbmw · 11-14-2018, 05:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Billfitz

+1. Wider tires don't have better traction in snow, they have worse.

Agreed.

hyhero89 · 11-14-2018, 05:43 PM

Clearly understood. Thank you so much guys. Enjoy the night!

NavS · 11-14-2018, 05:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Billfitz

Quote:

Originally Posted by Solidjake

Get 225/45 all around.

+1. Wider tires don't have better traction in snow, they have worse.

But audi said wider is better!

Billfitz · 11-14-2018, 09:33 PM

Wider tires don't push the snow aside for better grip on the pavement below it as well as narrower tires.

JimBean2014 · 11-15-2018, 12:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hyhero89

Hello. My vehicle is 340i, 2017, rwd, msport
I live in NY, NJ area.

I'm considering getting either Blizzak WS80 or michellin Xice.(just the tires, not winter wheels)
My wheel size : Front 225/45 R18, Rear 255/40 R18

But the problem is, on Tire rack homepage or other online tire shops, they don't have the size for the rear wheel.
I couldn't find 255/40 R18 at all.

I don't really have a good idea except going to the bmw center and get tires changed there, which I wish not to.
I appreciate it in advance brothers

I've 2 Bridgestone LM001 255/40/18 with 100 miles on them for sale..check out my listing or PM me if interested

Buzzo · 11-15-2018, 02:07 PM

What solidjake said, or use this as the perfect opportunity to get a dedicated set of winter wheels (+TPMS). I have staggered 19" 403M's for the summer and square 18" 400M + 224/45R18 (Blizzak WS80) for the winter. If you ever resell a second set you'll recoup most/some of the investment. Also, no more transplanting tires onto wheels twice a year.

Check the classifieds, e.g.:

https://f30.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=1554253
https://f30.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=1551868
https://f30.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=1549417

Polo08816 · 11-15-2018, 03:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hyhero89

Hello. My vehicle is 340i, 2017, rwd, msport
I live in NY, NJ area.

I'm considering getting either Blizzak WS80 or michellin Xice.(just the tires, not winter wheels)
My wheel size : Front 225/45 R18, Rear 255/40 R18

But the problem is, on Tire rack homepage or other online tire shops, they don't have the size for the rear wheel.
I couldn't find 255/40 R18 at all.

I don't really have a good idea except going to the bmw center and get tires changed there, which I wish not to.
I appreciate it in advance brothers

Since you're RWD, you can do what I have done:

Michelin X-Ice Xi3

Front: 235/45/18
Rear: 245/45/18

EBS0712 · 11-15-2018, 03:19 PM

If you want the largest selection of winter tires buy a set of 17" wheels and tires especially if you want to stay with runflats. The only choice you get with 225/45/18 is Pirelli. If you go 17" you can choose Michelin, Nokian, Bridgestone, and Dunlap.
I bought a nice set of 17" BMW takeoffs on eBay for both of my cars. The 17" setup works great.
17" size is 225/50/17 which gives much better pothole protection especially needed if you live in NY!

Wires · 11-15-2018, 07:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by EBS0712

If you want the largest selection of winter tires buy a set of 17" wheels and tires especially if you want to stay with runflats. The only choice you get with 225/45/18 is Pirelli. If you go 17" you can choose Michelin, Nokian, Bridgestone, and Dunlap.
I bought a nice set of 17" BMW takeoffs on eBay for both of my cars. The 17" setup works great.
17" size is 225/50/17 which gives much better pothole protection especially needed if you live in NY!

Good advice, except with his m-sport, you need 18" rims to clear the calipers. I got aftermarket rims and the 18" Pirelli's.

zambarossa · 11-15-2018, 07:14 PM

Save yourself the headache and get a dedicated set of wheels for winter. Mount and balance once and easy to swap when seasons change. Plenty of low cost aftermarket options or second hand and they will pay for themselves over 3-4 years. Also you may be able to go down to 17" if you do not have the perf brakes and save some more.

IK6SPEED · 11-16-2018, 12:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Polo08816

Since you're RWD, you can do what I have done:

Michelin X-Ice Xi3

Front: 235/45/18
Rear: 245/45/18

Square setup still better for Winter than staggered.

eluded · 11-16-2018, 12:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pdxway

Are you a Costco member?

Costco tip #132
If they don't carry the tire but carry the brand, they can order it.

#costco

EBS0712 · 11-16-2018, 12:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Wires

Good advice, except with his m-sport, you need 18" rims to clear the calipers. I got aftermarket rims and the 18" Pirelli's.

Are you sure that a M-Sport can not use 17" rims? I thought I read (here) that the only calipers that require 18" are the M-Sport Brake Package which comes with the "Track Package".
Just checked Tire Rack .... they offer a 17" Wheel Tire Package for a 2017 M-Sport 340. If you have the "Track Package" they only offer 18"'s.
Anyone know for sure?

MacklinUSOB · 11-16-2018, 01:33 PM

Have had great luck with *square* WS80's and switching to Dynamic TCS, have yet to get stuck and I live in a very hilly and snowy area. I'm lowered and RWD.

Blizzak is a well known product but there are a lot of cheaper options that will get the job done too. Even a mid-range winter tire will outperform an all-season. Most important metric for snow driving is braking, 10 feet can be the difference between a trip to the hospital and a normal ride home. Be safe out there.

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hyhero89 New Member 12 Rep 27 Posts Drives: 340i 2017 M sport RWD, black Join Date: Apr 2018 Location: NJ iTrader: (0)	trouble getting winter tires. Need some help guys Hello. My vehicle is 340i, 2017, rwd, msport I live in NY, NJ area. I'm considering getting either Blizzak WS80 or michellin Xice.(just the tires, not winter wheels) My wheel size : Front 225/45 R18, Rear 255/40 R18 But the problem is, on Tire rack homepage or other online tire shops, they don't have the size for the rear wheel. I couldn't find 255/40 R18 at all. I don't really have a good idea except going to the bmw center and get tires changed there, which I wish not to. I appreciate it in advance brothers
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Buzzo First Lieutenant 169 Rep 326 Posts Drives: MT 244'80 V70R'07 Golf R'19 Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: CT iTrader: (0)	What solidjake said, or use this as the perfect opportunity to get a dedicated set of winter wheels (+TPMS). I have staggered 19" 403M's for the summer and square 18" 400M + 224/45R18 (Blizzak WS80) for the winter. If you ever resell a second set you'll recoup most/some of the investment. Also, no more transplanting tires onto wheels twice a year. Check the classifieds, e.g.: https://f30.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=1554253 https://f30.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=1551868 https://f30.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=1549417
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MacklinUSOB Captain 518 Rep 891 Posts Drives: f30 328i 6MT Sport Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Connecticut iTrader: (0)	Have had great luck with square WS80's and switching to Dynamic TCS, have yet to get stuck and I live in a very hilly and snowy area. I'm lowered and RWD. Blizzak is a well known product but there are a lot of cheaper options that will get the job done too. Even a mid-range winter tire will outperform an all-season. Most important metric for snow driving is braking, 10 feet can be the difference between a trip to the hospital and a normal ride home. Be safe out there. __________________ 328i RWD \| MW on CRed Slick Top \| 6MT \| BM3 \| MPE \| GPlus FMIC \| CSF Radiator \| Millway Street Camber Plates & Monoballs \| KW V2 6k/18k Swift Springs \| F80 LCA/TS \| SPL Bump Steer Kit \| APEX SM-10 \| R-S4 \| DS2500 \| RBF600 \| SS Lines \| Past: E36 328is & E38 740i
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