quick4dr Posted October 7, 2015 Share Posted October 7, 2015 Been taking a liking to Michelin X-ice3 225/45/17 or 215/50/17 stock wheels Opinions or other suggestion? Currently have Dunlop 3D on there last season I've liked them, but the new 4d is too expensive Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quick4dr Posted October 7, 2015 Author Share Posted October 7, 2015 no input at all? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whitetiger Posted October 7, 2015 Share Posted October 7, 2015 Stick with the dunlops. the 4d's are the bees knees. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mehilovich Posted October 7, 2015 Share Posted October 7, 2015 While picking up another (non-subaru) car of mine from Tire Discounters yesterday, the General Manager said that Michelin X-Ice's are nice, but nothing can beat Bridgestone Blizzak's. They have a "Performance Winter" tire, for areas that get inconsistent snowfall -- times with dry pavement, as well as a "Snow/Ice" tire that's designed for areas that are almost constantly covered in snow. May be worth adding to your list to research! I know I will be. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quick4dr Posted October 7, 2015 Author Share Posted October 7, 2015 im anti blizzak i have never liked their ride quality, nor find them to perform up to the level they should be. X ice or 4ds, what size, 215/50 or 225/45 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mehilovich Posted October 7, 2015 Share Posted October 7, 2015 Thanks for the info! Which type of Blizzak's have you tried? Snow/Ice, or Performance Winter? I've never used any winter tires, so I can't speak personally on any of them. I am interested to hear which is the best for a sedan. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blcnghtsky Posted October 7, 2015 Share Posted October 7, 2015 I roll with General altimax arctics. Cheaper of the options but after 3 seasons they have driven in a blizzard, near12-14" of unplowed streets and countless areas of shimmering ice where I rarely ever felt slippage. Very predictable with where wanted to go and grab even when taking a turn at a slightly not as slow rate of speed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whitetiger Posted October 7, 2015 Share Posted October 7, 2015 im anti blizzak i have never liked their ride quality, nor find them to perform up to the level they should be. X ice or 4ds, what size, 215/50 or 225/45 225/45 is better for rim protection. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krzyss Posted October 8, 2015 Share Posted October 8, 2015 im anti blizzak i have never liked their ride quality, nor find them to perform up to the level they should be. X ice or 4ds, what size, 215/50 or 225/45 What do YOU want? Ultimate snow and very good ice grip, not so good in dry and wet or decent dry and wet with good snow and not bad ice? Krzys Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quick4dr Posted October 9, 2015 Author Share Posted October 9, 2015 working for honda/ acura for 3 years, and infiniti for 1.5 yrs ive been in countles model vehicles on almost every model blizzack. no mater which ive just never been impressed for the money. I have personaly owned, my current Dunlop 3ds, which have kicked ass the last 5 NY winters and are just now on their last season. Cooper weather masters- AWESOME, mercury mystique, and a 02 cougar Nokian Hakkapalita = insane handled the torque steer of my Grand Prix GTP like a pro Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stanjk3 Posted October 10, 2015 Share Posted October 10, 2015 I'm thinking of buying my first set of snow tires. Looking at the new Continental WinterContact SI. Does anyone know of any reviews? $123 each, $423 after rebate for 4 in 205/50 17. https://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires.jsp?tireMake=Continental&tireModel=WinterContact+SI&sidewall=Blackwall&partnum=05HR7WCSIXL&tab=Sizes The outgoing ExtremeWinterContact was also sold as the Viking Contact 5, but the new VC6 is totally different. http://www.continental.no/www/dekk_til_no_no/themes/car_tyres/vinter/ Friends don't let friends drink cheap beer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simonsez Posted October 10, 2015 Share Posted October 10, 2015 Nokian Hakkapalita......Nuff said Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vagabond Posted October 11, 2015 Share Posted October 11, 2015 Those Nokians are nice. I'm getting my second set of Yokohama Iceguards this winter. 225/65/16 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I3eXa Posted October 11, 2015 Share Posted October 11, 2015 X ice are good. Blizzak ws80 are better in deep snow. That's what I run Sent from somewhere in Potatoland Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cluesblues Posted October 14, 2015 Share Posted October 14, 2015 +1 for Nokian Hakkapeliittas. Absolute monsters in the winter, good tread life, and reasonably quiet. Us Canucks seems to like them a lot. They aren't the cheapest tires in the world but neither are Blizzaks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rkb1278 Posted October 14, 2015 Share Posted October 14, 2015 Nokian Hakkapalita......Nuff said ...absolutely. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stanjk3 Posted October 15, 2015 Share Posted October 15, 2015 +1 for Nokian Hakkapeliittas. Absolute monsters in the winter, good tread life, and reasonably quiet. Us Canucks seems to like them a lot. They aren't the cheapest tires in the world but neither are Blizzaks. Nokians might be worth the extra money if you live in an area that regularly sees lots of snow or isn't well plowed. R2s are close to $200 each/ ~$800 set vs $500-600 for WC SI, WS80 or XI3. Only tire shops around here that even sell Nokian tires are STS. BS, Conti, Dunlop and Michelin are far easier to find. Friends don't let friends drink cheap beer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators BarManBean Posted October 15, 2015 Moderators Share Posted October 15, 2015 FWIW, http://www.tiresbyweb.com/ had the cheapest price available for Nokians by a decent amount when I was looking a while back. Taking a quick look though, they all look to be quite expensive right now. "Bullet-proof" your OEM TMIC! <<Buy your kit here>> Not currently in stock Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krzyss Posted October 16, 2015 Share Posted October 16, 2015 When you say "Hakkapeliitta" do you mean 8 or R2? These are different animals. Krzys Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
apexi Posted October 16, 2015 Share Posted October 16, 2015 FYI discount tire direct via ebay is running their $100 off $400+ purchase again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soloz2 Posted October 18, 2015 Share Posted October 18, 2015 Those Nokians are nice. I'm getting my second set of Yokohama Iceguards this winter. 225/65/16 How did you like the Yokohamas? I see that discount tire has them through their eBay Store for $160 off after instant and mail in rebates. That is making me consider other options than General Altimax Arctic for my 05 obxt. I've used Continental EWC and they were fantastic, but they didn't wear as well as General Altimax Arctic tires. The generals are my go to for great performance without breaking the bank. I have them on my 14 FXT and I ran them last year on my 14 WRX. I've used Cooper weather master tires and was wholly disappointed with them. Current: 16 Crosstrek Premium w/ Eyesight & 05 Outback XT 5MT Past Subies: 14 FXT Premium, 14 WRX hatch, 06 Legacy 2.5i SE 5MT, 98 Outback wagon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quick4dr Posted October 19, 2015 Author Share Posted October 19, 2015 HMM 225/50/17 ARE a nice size too! michelin x ice 3 are looking damn good so far, the nw nitto contendor looks good too, i dont know what to do Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vagabond Posted October 19, 2015 Share Posted October 19, 2015 How did you like the Yokohamas? I see that discount tire has them through their eBay Store for $160 off after instant and mail in rebates. That is making me consider other options than General Altimax Arctic for my 05 obxt. I've used Continental EWC and they were fantastic, but they didn't wear as well as General Altimax Arctic tires. The generals are my go to for great performance without breaking the bank. I have them on my 14 FXT and I ran them last year on my 14 WRX. I've used Cooper weather master tires and was wholly disappointed with them. I liked them a lot. Just trying to figure out which size this year. I drive on the highway a lot so studded aren't an option, and stud-able tire with out studs are way too stiff to be useful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simonsez Posted October 20, 2015 Share Posted October 20, 2015 When you say "Hakkapeliitta" do you mean 8 or R2? These are different animals. Krzys 8's IMO the next best is Blizzacks when new Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chan.rhc Posted October 20, 2015 Share Posted October 20, 2015 Buying winter tires for the first time in chilly/snowy Ottawa. Any help or comments would be great. I've narrowed down the most popular tires and now it's just a toss up between the following: Brands/Models. Nokian Hakkapeliitta R2s Gislaved Nordfrosts General Altimax Arctics (which are apparently the same as the Gislaveds?) Michelin XIce XI3 Bridgestone Blizzak WS80 I'm likely leaning towards the Hakkas. Any recommendations? Places to buy (or not buy?) Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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