winter tires
10-21-2014, 08:31 PM
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winter tires
Whats up everyone! Just got my 2013 XB this weekend. Coming over from my 1st true love, a 2002 Lexus IS300. Kept the aftermarket 18s that were on her, with 225/40/18 Bridgestone Potenza RE760 sport tires. I also kept the stock Lexus wheels with 205/50/17 winter Michelin X ice tires, and plan on using those. Question I have is anyone running this size tire for winter? I know tirerack recommends 215/45/17 tires for winter. These are slightly narrower, with more sidewall. Any input would be appreciated, thanks!
10-22-2014, 02:54 PM
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How do these XBs handle in winter? Im from Chicago, and driving my RWD IS was no fun for the last 8 years, even with winter tires. I guess im curious if its best to sell the Lexus 17s setup, and pickup some steelies 16 with more sidewall?
10-23-2014, 05:41 AM
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I'm in Salt Lake, low, and on 225/35R19 summer tires. I haven't changed out wheels and tires. Ever. I manage to get around decently well. Not super well, but I manage. The traction control works pretty well. It occasionally sucks, but what traction control doesn't?
I prefer my 97 Q45 in the snow. Never had an issue with it.
I prefer my 97 Q45 in the snow. Never had an issue with it.
11-16-2014, 01:30 PM
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The factory Bridgestones suck on ice/snow and once you're in a skid, I find it really hard to get control again on my xB, compared to cars. Then the traction control kicks in and it's a disaster...
This winter, I got a set of X-Ice 3's P205/55R16 (stock size better for deep snow) and they are doing pretty good. Found 16"x6.5" steel rims on-line classifieds.
I have also ran Blizzak WS-70's on my last car and they are really good, but wear kinda quickly. Tirerack has them on clearance sale right now.
This winter, I got a set of X-Ice 3's P205/55R16 (stock size better for deep snow) and they are doing pretty good. Found 16"x6.5" steel rims on-line classifieds.
I have also ran Blizzak WS-70's on my last car and they are really good, but wear kinda quickly. Tirerack has them on clearance sale right now.
11-24-2014, 02:55 PM
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the general arctic altimax in stock size work great, and if your in a state that allows studs even better. If your not in a state that allows studs just stud the inside shoulder blocks and don't get caught..>seg<
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