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      10-14-2011, 06:56 PM   #92
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Originally Posted by theshiningnova View Post
Coming from Australia that has no need for snow tires. Can anyone tell me why a lot of ppl are opting for smaller and narrower wheel/tire rather than the stock staggered 245/35 R19 265/35 R19 setup? Is this actually a manufacturer's recommended setup?
Narrower tires won't float on top of the snow like wide ones will, but instead will cut into the snow to gain traction.
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