Winter tires set up question?

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Nov 8, 2010 | 09:19 AM

manaiauds

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Hi to all!

My current winter tires set up is 245/40R18 with a Dunlop SP Winter Sport 3D Performance Winter / Snow tires. Is it okay to change my current set up into a 225/50-17?
Thank you!

Nov 8, 2010 | 09:57 AM

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Not sure about 545i, but I am running that size on my '08 535i with sport package.

Nov 8, 2010 | 10:03 AM

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Shouldn't be a problem, that is the standard spec wheel/tyre for 530D in UK and Europe

Nov 8, 2010 | 10:06 AM

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Yes that's a correct size

Nov 8, 2010 | 05:42 PM

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that is the size that bmw offers in their winter tire packages.
i see you're from chicago. check craigslist, there is usually someone selling used set of winter wheels.

Nov 8, 2010 | 06:19 PM

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Remember on a winter set up thinner is better. So go with the 225/50-17. I have that for my 545 with Michelin alpine winter tires and they handle well considering its rwd.