Winter rims and tires
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Winter rims and tires
Can anyone recommend a brand of winter tires for the RX330?
Is a separate set of rims for the winter tires a good idea? Is it more for protecting the original rims from winter conditions?
Thanks.
Is a separate set of rims for the winter tires a good idea? Is it more for protecting the original rims from winter conditions?
Thanks.
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check these posts. JRB put on Blizzak WS-50 and rims.
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...hreadid=103399
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...hreadid=103399
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Re: Winter rims and tires
Originally posted by dms666
Can anyone recommend a brand of winter tires for the RX330?
Is a separate set of rims for the winter tires a good idea? Is it more for protecting the original rims from winter conditions?
Can anyone recommend a brand of winter tires for the RX330?
Is a separate set of rims for the winter tires a good idea? Is it more for protecting the original rims from winter conditions?
P.S. The Blizzak WS-50 an excellent choice, and to my knowledge is your only option in the stock 18 inch size.
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I agree with JRB. However, if you live in a region that has well plowed roads, then you can wait for the second season before getting a set of snow tires. I took my wife's RX330 with the OEM 18" Goodyear Eagle RS-A (235/55R18) tires with 3500 miles out for a spin (not litterally) yesterday and it performed well in 3 inches of snow. The all-season tires are lacking in lateral grip in the slippery stuff, but held up well in braking and acceleration. Of course, this is because these tires are new. I will definitely switch to the Brigestone Blizzak WS-50 tires next year (Except of course if Nokian starts producing the proper size).
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