sadly, I cannot afford a winter car this year. I live in the chicago area, so snow will be an issue. I am thinking of getting some thinner wheels, and some winter tires to use over the winter. Anyone have any recommendations?
TripleBlack95 said:Don't even think twice:
Bridgestone Blizzack WS-50, 225/50/17 on all 4.
I GUARANTEE you will not be dissapointed.
Any Blizzack tire you're generally going to be happy with but if you're seeing alot of snow in Chi-town this tire owns everything.
http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires.jsp?tireMake=Bridgestone&tireModel=Blizzak+WS-50
I haven't seen the tire above but I'm assuming its a "performance" winter tire which is fine. I just know guys that use the WS-50's on their mustangs and they handle better than a jeep in the snow. It's ridiculous. (And sadly DISCOUNT TIRE doesn't carry them! Ahem making me go with Tirerack.....)
Torch10th said:If you can, pick up a set of cheap wheels for the winter tires.
The snow, road salts and especially mag chloride (if chicago uses it) can destroy the finish on wheels really quickly.
BlueVenom01 said:I have a set of 4 brand new, never mounted Blizzaks if you are interested. I believe they are 225/50/16's, but I will check for sure on the size...I was going to use them on my 99 GT until I sold it. They still have the stickers on them...I have a winter car, so the Cobra goes into hibernation for the winter. PM me and we can work out a price if you are interested...I'm in Peoria, so I'm not too far down the road..
quick01snake said:can't run 16" wheels on the front of a cobra...LOL
jarofgreatness said:what size wheels should I get? I am horible at figuring out size numbers.
stangin99 said:Nokian Hakkapelittas(sp?) are the BEST snow tires hands down.
If you can't find them, go for Blizzaks.
anothersvtguy said:Driving the Cobra in the snow and salt!
Pickup a Honda civic or something for $1500 or so. The money you save on car insurance should probably cover your monthly payment over the winter too.