Winter Tire Question

CM · 08-31-2011, 04:21 PM

I know it's still summer but I'm already looking at buying winter tires for my 135i for the winter. I don't know too much about tire sizes and rim widths but can someone confirm that 225/40 will fit on 261M rims. I have read that some have put this square set-up even on the staggered 261M rims. Will this work? That's what I'm planning to do.

Also can anyone recommend a good set of winter (not all season) tires. Winters in Vancouver isn't too bad but I do plan to drive up to Whister in the winter.

Thanks
CM

VMRWheels · 09-01-2011, 11:51 AM

225/40 all around is what most usually run for winter.

-Charles@VMRWheels

Mr. Nice · 09-01-2011, 12:48 PM

225/40 Blizzaks all around

Gary@TireRack · 09-01-2011, 01:30 PM

Yes, this works fine.

CM · 09-01-2011, 01:34 PM

Thanks guys!

ajc · 09-14-2011, 04:38 PM

Can you run all the same size tire (front & rear) on the 135i?

ShortShiftEnvy · 09-19-2011, 11:24 AM

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Originally Posted by Gill@Tirerack.com

Yes, this works fine.

Gill can you briefly expand on the pros/cons to the LM-60 vs WS-70 on the 135i?

Mr Kleen · 09-19-2011, 12:52 PM

I'm curious about the Pirelli Winter 240 Sottozero Serie II. It weighs 4lbs less than the Blizzak LM60, is rated for 149mph, and is $31 cheaper. I know the LM60 is great but is the Sottozero worth a look? This is my first winter in Germany so I don't have any first-hand experience with winter driving conditions.

jeanfrancoisalbert · 09-20-2011, 09:22 AM

I'm in almost the same situation as you and finely came to a conclusion:
Nokian Hakkapeliitta R!
The price is a bit higher than those x-ice and blizzak but are way better and you keep good handelling!! The others drive so bad! I purchest somme BMW M6 copies and went down to 17inches. The tires are going down to 205 in width to get better traction.
I live in Quebec and the whinters are worse here but i think this is the best all whinter tires.
But if you whant a perfect handeling tire and trade off somme grip (depending on how much snow you realy drive in), I would go with the Dunlop winter sport 3D or the Michelin Pilot Alpin

http://www.nokiantires.com/tyre?id=11949

Mr Kleen · 09-21-2011, 11:30 AM

After a bit of research I decided to give the Pirellis a try. They should be here the middle of October.

deek · 09-25-2011, 11:07 AM

I'm in wiesbaden too and in need of winter tires.... where did you get your from?

vanbmw · 09-25-2011, 12:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CM

I know it's still summer but I'm already looking at buying winter tires for my 135i for the winter. I don't know too much about tire sizes and rim widths but can someone confirm that 225/40 will fit on 261M rims. I have read that some have put this square set-up even on the staggered 261M rims. Will this work? That's what I'm planning to do.

Also can anyone recommend a good set of winter (not all season) tires. Winters in Vancouver isn't too bad but I do plan to drive up to Whister in the winter.

Thanks
CM

I have a set of 225 17" Blizzak LM-25 winters for my car. I live in White rock and have a place in Whistler so I take my car up there a few times a winter (usually take the family SUV but I do end up taking my car up also). I have never had a problem with my set up. I have made it thru some serious snowfalls with no issues. I chose the LM25 as they are a winter tire but still fairly good in the wet/dry. We don't get much snow here so I didn't want one of the super soft winter tires. I had a set of really soft Blizzaks on my wife old G37 sedan and they rocked in the snow but had terrible treadwear. So far my tires have been good.

Mr Kleen · 09-25-2011, 03:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by deek

I'm in wiesbaden too and in need of winter tires.... where did you get your from?

Where else? Tire Rack.

I've been buying from them for years. Good prices and great customer service, and they have no problem shipping to APO.

Speaking of great customer service, I just got an email: the Pirellis won't be at the warehouse till early November. I'm going to have to switch my order to the Blizzaks (thanks Tire Rack!). I was really looking forward to giving the Pirellis a try but with the shipping time to APO and then installation, I can't wait.

deek · 09-25-2011, 06:40 PM

any idea if the perellis would be available locally?

what rims are you putting these on and what size tires will you order?

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Mr Kleen teh porcupine 97 Rep 1,726 Posts Drives: 2020 Tesla 3 LR AWD Join Date: May 2011 Location: penthouse iTrader: (1) Garage List 2013 BMW X1 [10.00]	I'm curious about the Pirelli Winter 240 Sottozero Serie II. It weighs 4lbs less than the Blizzak LM60, is rated for 149mph, and is $31 cheaper. I know the LM60 is great but is the Sottozero worth a look? This is my first winter in Germany so I don't have any first-hand experience with winter driving conditions.
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09-20-2011, 09:22 AM	#9
jeanfrancoisalbert New Member 0 Rep 11 Posts Drives: 135i MSport N54 ('08) Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Sherbrooke iTrader: (0)	I'm in almost the same situation as you and finely came to a conclusion: Nokian Hakkapeliitta R! The price is a bit higher than those x-ice and blizzak but are way better and you keep good handelling!! The others drive so bad! I purchest somme BMW M6 copies and went down to 17inches. The tires are going down to 205 in width to get better traction. I live in Quebec and the whinters are worse here but i think this is the best all whinter tires. But if you whant a perfect handeling tire and trade off somme grip (depending on how much snow you realy drive in), I would go with the Dunlop winter sport 3D or the Michelin Pilot Alpin http://www.nokiantires.com/tyre?id=11949 __________________ 135i N54 MSport 2008 - COBB Stage 1 - Bridgestone potenza RE760 Sport - Black front grilles - Dark tint windows -
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Mr Kleen teh porcupine 97 Rep 1,726 Posts Drives: 2020 Tesla 3 LR AWD Join Date: May 2011 Location: penthouse iTrader: (1) Garage List 2013 BMW X1 [10.00]	After a bit of research I decided to give the Pirellis a try. They should be here the middle of October.
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deek Private First Class 1 Rep 115 Posts Drives: 135i Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: MIA iTrader: (0)	any idea if the perellis would be available locally? what rims are you putting these on and what size tires will you order?
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