Winter wheels 35is

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KERMIT1970

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 Ardrossan Ayrshire Scotland
Thinking of some winter wheels. Will I need 18" to clear the brakes ? Don't think 17" would fit ! Anyone any info :thumbsup:
 
It's an issue up north I'm sure, but I have kept my same wheels and tyres on in London and never been stuck anywhere....
 
Could be wrong but I dont think they do run flat winter tyres if thats any help, I had a look last year but decided against it
 
Could try snow socks as an emergency backup but they are a bugger to put on esp on a low car like a Z
 
I've never been stuck in 12 years running bm's. But thinking of changing them for the winter due to the state of the roads more than anything else. Think the government have started to cutbacks already Incase these clowns remove us from the union ! Lol
Don't bothered about rft's. Just the wheels & clearance :thumbsup:
 
ric19 said:
Could be wrong but I dont think they do run flat winter tyres if thats any help, I had a look last year but decided against it
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You can get winter runflats in most high end brands :thumbsup:
 
Stark said:
It's an issue up north I'm sure, but I have kept my same wheels and tyres on in London and never been stuck anywhere....
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We all see the problems the south has when a couple of flakes of snow fall! :rofl:

But seriously it's best to think about the stopping power of winter tyres over the standards!
It's that 7c point that they might stop you from a bump. :thumbsup:
 
KERMIT1970 said:
Don't bothered about rft's. Just the wheels & clearance :thumbsup:
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I sold a set of OEM BMW 17's to a guy with a 535d last year & they fit no trouble , I wouldn't expect there to ne a issue with your 3.5 Z but maybe a call to your main dealer will confirm that :thumbsup:
 
The standard BMW winter wheels for the E89 are 17s with runflats non staggered. I would double check with the dealer for the 35i to ensure brake clearance.

They're a must during winter to be safe as summer runflats can be a ticket to death below 7 degrees.

Tim.
 
Now well you Say below 7C......it does get to that in London often, and still yet not a problem......I'd be curious to see what % of motorists in London change to winter tyres, with no snow, and temps below 7C
 
At a guess very very few!
It's road temps I think they refer to and not air temp.

It's only a matter of time before the eu apply the same rules as in Germany. It probably makes good sense too. You wouldn't go out in the snow with your Guccis on would you?
 
I guess you're right, and Italy too.......and also Brits driving across to those countries risking fines for not having winter tyres....
 
Never had any issue driving with standard RFTs during the winter, apart from in deep snow and ice. Simply adjust your driving to the conditions.
 
We had winters on our 3 series last year, worked a treat - no snow what so ever!

Don't know if they'll fit the new 4 series otherwise they'll be up for sale as soon as the weather turns significantly colder.
 
Stark said:
I guess you're right, and Italy too.......and also Brits driving across to those countries risking fines for not having winter tyres....
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Cause a holdup cos you get stuck on wrong tyres then you pay !!!
I think if you have a non fault bump you get a portion of the blame!
 
Winter tyres have more to offer than just traction in snow :wink:
Better grip on straights & bends in both cold & wet circumstances along with superior braking distances & in my own experience far less aquaplaning at motorway speeds when hitting standing water .
 
mr wilks said:
Winter tyres have more to offer than just traction in snow :wink:
Better grip on straights & bends in both cold & wet circumstances along with superior braking distances & in my own experience far less aquaplaning at motorway speeds when hitting standing water .
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I agree 100% but you will still have folk who say that they can defy the basic laws of physics!
Unfortunately only law will convert them. Hopefully before they slide into me or mine some icy day!
 
Anybody had any experience with All Season tyres, seems like the best of both worlds, and saves the hassle of buying spare wheels, was thinking of fitting them to our Skoda Yeti though, not the Z4, that'll be tucked up in the garage.
 
HillWalker said:
Anybody had any experience with All Season tyres, seems like the best of both worlds, and saves the hassle of buying spare wheels, was thinking of fitting them to our Skoda Yeti though, not the Z4, that'll be tucked up in the garage.
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I have used winters all year round on different vehicles with no issues even on motorways through summer , many european's do the same .
Just pick a non aggressive pattern such as Vredestein Wintrac or Continental Wintercontact both of which i found great all year round :thumbsup:
 
You will need TPS fitted to winter wheels. BMW started sing a new system earlier in they year, unless it's not on the E89. Easily tell by what valves you have fitted though.

A quick look at some pics you've posted would suggest silver/grey valves which are the new sensor types.
 
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