[S@v3f3rris]

Originally Posted by DS_BMW

Are they sottozerro 3's in stock sizing? How do the feel in the dry?

Yes. Sottozero 3's. 275/35-19 up front. 285/30-20 in the back. I'm still in the break in period, so haven't really pushed the car, but they feel firm and responsive in the dry. It's also been pretty cold since I swapped wheels/tires with my summers, so that probably helps. Surprisingly, I haven't noticed much road noise from them. I've been swapping winters on my Audi for years. Have run Dunlop and Michelins for winter and they have always been noticeably louder than my summer setup. The Sottozeros are pretty quiet. Maybe because they are new.

[Zirenz2006]

Originally Posted by superbrew

Here is a test fit of the 19 inch VMR V710. Seems to fit fine, still a little warm for winters

where did you order these from?

[Zirenz2006]

Tire rack has nothing that I am seeing that can be shipped now. Says ships in January.

[HorsePower]

Originally Posted by Zirenz2006

where did you order these from?

I ordered a set through forum sponsor EAS. Worked directly with Kevin @ EAS, and he was awesome. Mine are the matte graphite flow formed version, with those same Vred. Wintrac Pro tires. They should ship out to me this week.

Assuming they still have the wheels in stock, it's a few days for VMR to machine the center bores to spec, and then with mounting, balancing etc., I was told appx. a week to ship out. They were in stock when I ordered early last week, wheels and tires.

I also ordered a fifth, with an inexpensive Kumho tire, to use as a spare for long trips. Kevin hooked me up.

[superbrew]

Originally Posted by Zirenz2006

where did you order these from?

I ordered direct from VMR.

[jadis]

Posting the final view of the BMW center caps on winter MSW wheels.

[HorsePower]

Originally Posted by jadis

Posting the final view of the BMW center caps on winter MSW wheels.

Have to admit, those wheels look better in person (picture) of the car, than I thought they would from seeing them on TR.

[JTO24]

Originally Posted by BMWTurbo

How can I get in contact with Kevin at EAS?

You can PM him on here like I did... he's awesome to work with and super helpful/responsive!

[HorsePower]

Originally Posted by JTO24

You can PM him on here like I did... he's awesome to work with and super helpful/responsive!

I second that!! First time I've done business with Kevin or EAS generally, but very happy I sent that PM (assuming my winter package shows up as expected )

[barryc365]

Got the OEM set up fitted tonight in BMW. Have to say the service in BMW Manhattan is really excellent. You get what you pay for in this case. The $80 to swap the wheels was money well spent. They wrapped the wheels nicely and fit them in the car. Well worth it given my time constraints

[zambarossa]

Got mine on today as well

[csayad]

Originally Posted by barryc365

Got the OEM set up fitted tonight in BMW. Have to say the service in BMW Manhattan is really excellent. You get what you pay for in this case. The $80 to swap the wheels was money well spent. They wrapped the wheels nicely and fit them in the car. Well worth it given my time constraints

Originally Posted by barryc365

Got the OEM set up fitted tonight in BMW. Have to say the service in BMW Manhattan is really excellent. You get what you pay for in this case. The $80 to swap the wheels was money well spent. They wrapped the wheels nicely and fit them in the car. Well worth it given my time constraints

Are you lowered?

[barryc365]

Originally Posted by csayad

Are you lowered?

Yes, MSS HaS kit and spacers

[csayad]

Is 8.5 ET20 too small for a squared winter setup?

[zambarossa]

Originally Posted by csayad

Is 8.5 ET20 too small for a squared winter setup?

I suspect 8.5 may not clear the brakes.

[csayad]

Originally Posted by zambarossa

I suspect 8.5 may not clear the brakes.

Originally Posted by zambarossa

I suspect 8.5 may not clear the brakes.

If I ran a 9 inch wide rim what would be a safe offset range?

[zambarossa]

Originally Posted by csayad

If I ran a 9 inch wide rim what would be a safe offset range?

I would have you ask someone who is more an expert on this, but I suspect wheel design has a lot to do with it, not just width & offset.

[alevine]

Originally Posted by JTO24

You can PM him on here like I did... he's awesome to work with and super helpful/responsive!

Where can one find Kevin or EAS's contact info?

Thanks,
Adam

[HorsePower]

Originally Posted by alevine

Where can one find Kevin or EAS's contact info?

Thanks,
Adam

His name in this forum is "kevin @ eas". You can use the search, and PM him.

[alevine]

Originally Posted by HorsePower

His name in this forum is "kevin @ eas". You can use the search, and PM him.

Perfect! Thanks.

[translux]

Are tires like the Michelin Crossclimate 2 something to consider for M3 for the winter?
I don't need heavy snow capabilities as I'll drive something with AWD and dedicated snows on those days.
What I really want is something that still has some performance for the majority of days that will cold and dry.
And something to get me through some modest snow/slush.
Other high performance all seasons that I've tried have been disappointing even with the slightest accumulation.
https://www.michelinman.com/auto/tir...-crossclimate2

[Ximian]

Originally Posted by translux

Are tires like the Michelin Crossclimate 2 something to consider for M3 for the winter?

Michelin AS4 or Continental DWS 06+ are better options as they'll have better performance in the dry and wet. I'm not sure they make a the Crossclimate tires in the the 19/20 sizes.