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Originally posted by steckj@Nov 24 2004, 10:56 PM
Bummer
learned my lesson parking my 2004 530i on wet grass at a golf tournement
ANSWER: tirerack.com - they will size/balance and ship - about $1300 includes new steel rims
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Yeah, this car really needs winter tires.
I've been caught a few times with the stock Dunlop's (SP2000) and traction is very poor (regardless of how much thread is on them). My ice tires offer excellent traction, and rim protection. A worth while investment.
Part of the problem is summer-performance tires are just that; tires with hard rubber compound designed to take the punishment of spirited driving under hotter conditions. When the hard "summer" rubber compound is exposed to colder (or freezing) temperatures the compound stiffens, reducing roadsurface traction, AND accelerating tread wear.
I recall one manufacturer suggesting winter (snow or ice) tires should be used in temperatures less than 10C - this improves traction and saves your summer-sport tires from premature wear.
On the element of ice vs snow tires - they are different so be sure to get the right tire for your driving environment. Your local dealer will likely have an appropriate tire package tunned for the road/weather conditions you are likely to experience in your area - it's worth checking out what they offer and then shop around for best pricing on the appropriate tire/rim combo.
