Winter wheels and tires package
10-27-2018, 10:08 AM
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Winter wheels and tires package
Did anybody here get winter wheels and tires package from the Tire Rack or anywhere else, if yes what size/brand did you get, and are you happy with it? Pictures would be great!
I was also wondering, if 17” rim is the smallest size for our cars to clear the brake calipers. I think anything smaller than 17” would look ridiculous on RDX anyway. Thanks and I’m sorry if it was already discussed.
I was also wondering, if 17” rim is the smallest size for our cars to clear the brake calipers. I think anything smaller than 17” would look ridiculous on RDX anyway. Thanks and I’m sorry if it was already discussed.
10-27-2018, 12:17 PM
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That salesperson is missing an important fact about ANY AWD system. AWD systems don’t help you stop. The type of tire is what matters for stopping distance on slippery roads. Yes SH-AWD will help get you going with ALL seasons but again it won’t help with stopping.
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10-27-2018, 12:22 PM
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10-27-2018, 03:49 PM
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Who knows anything about winter driving, knows how important winter tires are, no matter AWD or FWD.
Thanks for great video, Zack Spencer is one the best on YouTube.
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10-27-2018, 05:39 PM
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10-27-2018, 09:48 PM
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Did anybody here get winter wheels and tires package from the Tire Rack or anywhere else, if yes what size/brand did you get, and are you happy with it? Pictures would be great!
I was also wondering, if 17” rim is the smallest size for our cars to clear the brake calipers. I think anything smaller than 17” would look ridiculous on RDX anyway. Thanks and I’m sorry if it was already discussed.
I was also wondering, if 17” rim is the smallest size for our cars to clear the brake calipers. I think anything smaller than 17” would look ridiculous on RDX anyway. Thanks and I’m sorry if it was already discussed.
I set up 18" 2nd-gen RDX wheels with Nokian Hakkapeliitta R3 SUV winter tires and OEM TPMS sensors. Now I'm waiting to see if winter has been cancelled for this year ( again ).
Most of my XC skis still have storage wax on them from two years ago. 
I purchased the wheels used/refinished, NOT new. Much less costly that way, and winter is hard on wheels anyway. I recommend painted aluminum wheels with no shiny machined and clear-coated surfaces. The clear coat is the first thing to go.
I have been known to drive TO the snow, but my on-snow time is enhanced if the weather will cooperate close to home. Wet spring snow that instantly melts and creates a mess is not acceptable.
On previous vehicles I have run Bridgestone Blizzaks and Hakka R2 SUV tires, with good results. The Blizzaks are especially good on ice.
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Jopa (10-28-2018)
10-27-2018, 11:37 PM
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IDK which tires would be the best tires for RDX for the best money out of my pocket.
Any suggestion?
10-28-2018, 08:47 AM
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If you want to spend a little less and still get good tires that are great in deep snow, but could be a little noisy, get General Altimax.
I’m only mentioning those brands that I had on my cars, and still have on my daughter’s cars.
If you’re okay with swapping them in your garage or on your driveway, the Tire Rack is way to go. At Tiere Rack you get them mounted with TPMS seniors, balanced and shipped to your address. I would never choose an option to mount winter tires on my original factory rims.
From the Tire Rack you should be able to get all that, at your front door for around $1,200 +/- depending on size or brand.
10-28-2018, 11:09 AM
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If you’re willing to spend just around $100 more than average on the set, and want quality quiet and good on ice and overall winter tires, get Michelin, Bridgestone or Nokian. (Nokian may be a little more expensive and harder to find)
If you want to spend a little less and still get good tires that are great in deep snow, but could be a little noisy, get General Altimax.
I’m only mentioning those brands that I had on my cars, and still have on my daughter’s cars.
If you’re okay with swapping them in your garage or on your driveway, the Tire Rack is way to go. At Tiere Rack you get them mounted with TPMS seniors, balanced and shipped to your address. I would never choose an option to mount winter tires on my original factory rims.
From the Tire Rack you should be able to get all that, at your front door for around $1,200 +/- depending on size or brand.
10-28-2018, 05:51 PM
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10-28-2018, 11:53 PM
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