My Winter Rims/Tires Setup: TRMotorsport C2 + Blizzak LM-25 w/TPMS w/pics (AK370Z)

dlmartin81 · 02-04-2010, 09:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AK370Z

As TreeSemdyZee said, it's preferable to have narrower tires for show. So, it's up to you if you want to put Blizzaks on 19"
:

Haha....yeah for "show". I know what you meant...just messin.

AK370Z · 02-04-2010, 10:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dlmartin81

Haha....yeah for "show". I know what you meant...just messin.

lol

TreeSemdyZee · 02-09-2010, 08:55 AM

Is wrong to tell you bunch of manly men that I love you?

We are in the midst of getting our first decent snow this year and the Blizzaks are freaking incredible! The road crews must be on vacation because our roads suck. They ought to be embarrassed. I buzzed right past people in front-wheel and rear-wheel drive cars like they were parked.

I was honestly depressed after the last snowfall that we had when I didn't have snow tires, but now I'm totally comfortable. I wish I had a place to store another set of these tires since the price is so good. AMAZING.

And AK, I got behind someone right before I got to work that had a suffix of "AKZ" on their license plate! Divine Providence!

AK370Z · 03-04-2010, 10:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TreeSemdyZee

Is wrong to tell you bunch of manly men that I love you?

We are in the midst of getting our first decent snow this year and the Blizzaks are freaking incredible! The road crews must be on vacation because our roads suck. They ought to be embarrassed. I buzzed right past people in front-wheel and rear-wheel drive cars like they were parked.

I was honestly depressed after the last snowfall that we had when I didn't have snow tires, but now I'm totally comfortable. I wish I had a place to store another set of these tires since the price is so good. AMAZING.

And AK, I got behind someone right before I got to work that had a suffix of "AKZ" on their license plate! Divine Providence!

AKZ? dam he stole my license plate

.. haha

I agree with you 100%. I'll share a story.

After the 2nd snowfall, for some weird reason, City ONLY plowed main roads (popular roads). Which means, all the other roads had thick unplowed slushy snow. Now during night time, the temp dropped to 17 degrees F (yes that's 15 degrees below freezing!

). What happens to the wonderful 2" thick slush? They become hard solid ice. I kid you not, if any Z owner here were to look at those streets, they would simply turn around and go back with a

face. Thanks to the blizzaks, I was able to drive without any issue. Sometimes I couldn't even believe what I was really driving on. I wasn't even sure how I was getting traction. Money well spent.

nogoodname · 03-04-2010, 10:48 PM

Isn't winter just fun.....lol

Winter tires are always a good investment.

AK370Z · 03-04-2010, 10:57 PM

Since it was a beautiful day today(after a long time), I said why not change the winter rims. I have put quite some miles on these.

I was alone this time. No help from anyone

. 5 minutes into it, I realized the bolts has almost stuck to the lugnuts quite strongly(could be all the snow+salts etc). I was jumping on the lug nut wrench, pushing with both my hands - no luck. During the process, I even injured my lower back as I was jumping on the wrench

(Feeling a little better now but still it hurts bending).

So, about an hour ago, I went to my local homedepot and picked this small pipe up. It's in the plumbing section. Only costs $4.99.

I tried it on few bolts, and I kid you not, I was able to unbolt with two fingers! You can't beat it for $4.99!

Looking forward to tackling this again. Btw, I'm just curious, are you using any grease(Anti-Seize Grease) against the rim surface that contacts the lug area? I know Shrute had some trouble.

nogoodname · 03-04-2010, 10:59 PM

A pipe is definitely needed.... no doubt.

I have one that's like 3 times longer than that one and I had to use it to break a stud...lol
The lug nut was seized!!

ChrisSlicks · 03-04-2010, 11:24 PM

Yeah the stock tire iron isn't much good except for emergencies. I use a 2 foot breaker bar to loosen things up, makes it easy.

When you installed the winter wheels what did you torque the nuts to?

AK370Z · 03-04-2010, 11:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ChrisSlicks

When you installed the winter wheels what did you torque the nuts to?

YES! 80 ft/lbs per bolt as per manual

TreeSemdyZee · 03-05-2010, 06:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AK370Z

AKZ? dam he stole my license plate

.. haha

I agree with you 100%. I'll share a story.

After the 2nd snowfall, for some weird reason, City ONLY plowed main roads (popular roads). Which means, all the other roads had thick unplowed slushy snow. Now during night time, the temp dropped to 17 degrees F (yes that's 15 degrees below freezing!

). What happens to the wonderful 2" thick slush? They become hard solid ice. I kid you not, if any Z owner here were to look at those streets, they would simply turn around and go back with a

face. Thanks to the blizzaks, I was able to drive without any issue. Sometimes I couldn't even believe what I was really driving on. I wasn't even sure how I was getting traction. Money well spent.

I had the same experience. No problems at all, but I felt like 'Mater in Cars when he was "The first on the new road"!

tranceformer · 03-05-2010, 08:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AK370Z

Since it was a beautiful day today(after a long time), I said why not change the winter rims. I have put quite some miles on these.

I was alone this time. No help from anyone

. 5 minutes into it, I realized the bolts has almost stuck to the lugnuts quite strongly(could be all the snow+salts etc). I was jumping on the lug nut wrench, pushing with both my hands - no luck. During the process, I even injured my lower back as I was jumping on the wrench

(Feeling a little better now but still it hurts bending).

So, about an hour ago, I went to my local homedepot and picked this small pipe up. It's in the plumbing section. Only costs $4.99.

I tried it on few bolts, and I kid you not, I was able to unbolt with two fingers! You can't beat it for $4.99!

Looking forward to tackling this again. Btw, I'm just curious, are you using any grease(Anti-Seize Grease) against the rim surface that contacts the lug area? I know Shrute had some trouble.

NICE RUG!!

AK370Z · 03-05-2010, 01:52 PM

Fu*k MY LIFE!

Everything was going so smooth until I broke one of the lugs on the front wheel. So, right away I go to the dealer and they don't have the lug in stock. They have to order it and it'll be here monday. I'm so pissed off

.

Btw, this bar help me out tremendously. I kid you not, I was actually sitting down and using one hand to loosen up the bolts! Makes the job so much easier. Pick one up if you swap rims frequently.

So, what can I get away with 4 lugs? Can I attend autox'ing?

nogoodname · 03-05-2010, 02:20 PM

You'll be fine...lol.... not a huge deal...

Should cost less than 10 bucks to fix... I've broken some in the past.

ChrisSlicks · 03-05-2010, 03:35 PM

Damn, how did that happen?

Pick up a sacrificial open ended nut and some washers to use for pulling the new stud into place.

nogoodname · 03-05-2010, 04:18 PM

The studs are inserted from behind the hub... They'll just heat it up.. knock it out and put a new one in.

03-04-2010, 10:57 PM	#81 (permalink)
AK370Z Administrator Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: NJ Posts: 9,930 Drives: 09 370Z MB Sports M6 Rep Power: 10	Since it was a beautiful day today(after a long time), I said why not change the winter rims. I have put quite some miles on these. I was alone this time. No help from anyone . 5 minutes into it, I realized the bolts has almost stuck to the lugnuts quite strongly(could be all the snow+salts etc). I was jumping on the lug nut wrench, pushing with both my hands - no luck. During the process, I even injured my lower back as I was jumping on the wrench (Feeling a little better now but still it hurts bending). So, about an hour ago, I went to my local homedepot and picked this small pipe up. It's in the plumbing section. Only costs $4.99. I tried it on few bolts, and I kid you not, I was able to unbolt with two fingers! You can't beat it for $4.99! Looking forward to tackling this again. Btw, I'm just curious, are you using any grease(Anti-Seize Grease) against the rim surface that contacts the lug area? I know Shrute had some trouble. __________________ The370Z Signature Pictures ll Want to rock our forum decals on your car? Then click here! ll How to Embed YouTube Videos In a Post STOP! (Hammertime) ll Become a Premium Member Click HERE ll F.A.Q. Are You a Nissan Dealer? Click Here to Become A "Supporting Dealer" and Start Listing Your 370Zs In Our Inventory Section My Monterey Blue Z ll My Exhaust --> My Intake --> G3 Nissan's Official Response Regarding Oil Temp Issue: CLICK HERE Need a Set of Cheap Winter wheels /Tires? Then Visit The Banner Link Below and Place Your Order. You'll Help Keep The370Z Alive.

03-05-2010, 01:52 PM	#87 (permalink)
AK370Z Administrator Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: NJ Posts: 9,930 Drives: 09 370Z MB Sports M6 Rep Power: 10	I hate my life at the moment! :( Fuk MY LIFE! Everything was going so smooth until I broke one of the lugs on the front wheel. So, right away I go to the dealer and they don't have the lug in stock. They have to order it and it'll be here monday. I'm so pissed off . Btw, this bar help me out tremendously. I kid you not, I was actually sitting down and using one hand to loosen up the bolts! Makes the job so much easier. Pick one up if you swap rims frequently. So, what can I get away with 4 lugs? Can I attend autox'ing? __________________ The370Z Signature Pictures ll Want to rock our forum decals on your car? Then click here! ll How to Embed YouTube Videos In a Post STOP!* (Hammertime) ll Become a Premium Member Click HERE ll F.A.Q. Are You a Nissan Dealer? Click Here to Become A "Supporting Dealer" and Start Listing Your 370Zs In Our Inventory Section My Monterey Blue Z ll My Exhaust --> My Intake --> G3 Nissan's Official Response Regarding Oil Temp Issue: CLICK HERE Need a Set of Cheap Winter wheels /Tires? Then Visit The Banner Link Below and Place Your Order. You'll Help Keep The370Z Alive.

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02-09-2010, 08:55 AM	#78 (permalink)
TreeSemdyZee Premium Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Kentuck-IANA Age: 60 Posts: 4,885 Drives: '09 370 & ‘14 Juke Rep Power: 27409	Is wrong to tell you bunch of manly men that I love you? We are in the midst of getting our first decent snow this year and the Blizzaks are freaking incredible! The road crews must be on vacation because our roads suck. They ought to be embarrassed. I buzzed right past people in front-wheel and rear-wheel drive cars like they were parked. I was honestly depressed after the last snowfall that we had when I didn't have snow tires, but now I'm totally comfortable. I wish I had a place to store another set of these tires since the price is so good. AMAZING. And AK, I got behind someone right before I got to work that had a suffix of "AKZ" on their license plate! Divine Providence!

03-04-2010, 10:48 PM	#80 (permalink)
nogoodname Lifetime Premium Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Montreal Posts: 22,357 Drives: E46 M3 Rep Power: 1765	Isn't winter just fun.....lol Winter tires are always a good investment.

03-04-2010, 10:59 PM	#82 (permalink)
nogoodname Lifetime Premium Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Montreal Posts: 22,357 Drives: E46 M3 Rep Power: 1765	A pipe is definitely needed.... no doubt. I have one that's like 3 times longer than that one and I had to use it to break a stud...lol The lug nut was seized!!

03-04-2010, 11:24 PM	#83 (permalink)
ChrisSlicks A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: North East Posts: 6,203 Drives: 09 370Z Sport M6 Rep Power: 653	Yeah the stock tire iron isn't much good except for emergencies. I use a 2 foot breaker bar to loosen things up, makes it easy. When you installed the winter wheels what did you torque the nuts to?

03-05-2010, 02:20 PM	#88 (permalink)
nogoodname Lifetime Premium Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Montreal Posts: 22,357 Drives: E46 M3 Rep Power: 1765	You'll be fine...lol.... not a huge deal... Should cost less than 10 bucks to fix... I've broken some in the past.

03-05-2010, 03:35 PM	#89 (permalink)
ChrisSlicks A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: North East Posts: 6,203 Drives: 09 370Z Sport M6 Rep Power: 653	Damn, how did that happen? Pick up a sacrificial open ended nut and some washers to use for pulling the new stud into place.

03-05-2010, 04:18 PM	#90 (permalink)
nogoodname Lifetime Premium Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Montreal Posts: 22,357 Drives: E46 M3 Rep Power: 1765	The studs are inserted from behind the hub... They'll just heat it up.. knock it out and put a new one in.