winter shoes

[Jshlafer]

I have 22' Black KMC slides (I know, I know) and was wondering what people do in the winter? I live in the North East where we have a lot of snow salt n crap on the roads. Will this mess up the rims or should they be ok? I have the original wheels I could swap out for the season, but really dont' want to. Thoughts???

 

[the 18th letter]

I've taken my wheels off in November, usually after Tanxgiving. I work in a hilly area so I want all my 4x4 capabilities. Also, it gives me a chance to clean the inside part of the wheels COMPLETELY. I had performance tires on my wheels in the past but this year I went with an all season 22. I might leave 'em on till the first snow just to see what the ride is like. Switching also extends tire life. I have a heated bay at work so I can change my wheels anytime...

 

[Jshlafer]

I was just wondering if the salt n snow will damage the finish or the rim
. I have Cooper LTZ rubber so there will be plenty of bite.

 

[Dh350twin]

i am looking for a stock set of hd rims and tires for my winter shoes.

 

[the 18th letter]

I was just wondering if the salt n snow will damage the finish or the rim
. I have Cooper LTZ rubber so there will be plenty of bite.

Yeah, the salt will damage the finish. How bad and how soon is gonna be determined by how much you drive in it, quality of your wheels, and how often you clean it off.

 

[sumo]

i use cragar with Blizzaks dmv1. Unstoppable and never had to really use 4wd much at all.

 

[jd08]

are those going to clear now that you have the drop on the tahoe?

 

[sumo]

yes when i 1st dropped it i sold the 20s so i was originally using them. No problems and actually the ride is Much more cushiony

 

[Jshlafer]

So I guess I should take the black slides off and put on the stock for winter. UUgh. I was hoping not to...

 

[sumo]

personally i would. Salt and the hidden chunks of asphalt due to plowing not to mention potholes. Thats why im switching over before Thanksgiving