Tire swap question

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Rock077

Discussion Starter · Jan 5, 2011

I'm thinking of buying some snow tires for my rims and making them my permanent winter rims, then buying some new 17 or 18" this summer.

My question: can I take my stock tires that have about 70% tread left (235/70/R16) and put them on my gf's Hyundai Santa Fe that currently has size 225/70/R16 tires? I realize they will be 10 mm wider but I assume this should be ok?

Additionally, has anyone had any experience with any of the following tires:

Michelin X-Ice xi2
Bridgestone Blizzak
General Altimax Arctic

Obviously the General's price point is attractive, but I am definitely considering all three. Thoughts?

Thanks in advance!!

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theescaperoute

· #6 · Jan 8, 2011

I run 255 55 r18 with no clearance issues at all, and could probably go wider if I really wanted to.
And I don't have sensors either, and I've had no issues in the year on the wheels.

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theescaperoute

· #8 · Jan 8, 2011

The lack of TPMS just makes my light stay on for a few seconds after startup. No big deal, really. I check my pressure regularly, so I'm not worried about sensors.

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