Winter Wheel Question

[macs]

Just wondering what everyone in snow country is running for winter wheels. I'm wondering if I should get 18" winter tires or could I run a smaller wheel and tire (16" or 17"). There's also the possibility of getting a used set of older model Murano Rims and using them with snow tires. Anyone have any recommendations or advice. I'm driving an 09 SL AWD with stock 18s.

[brainguyus]

I live in Pittsburgh where we get a moderate amount of snow and ice. Last year was a very cold but somewhat dry winter. We had plenty of ice but I think the max snowfall we had was about 6". I had zero traction issues using the stock tires. The AWD with VDC is awesome!

Of course living in Nova Scotia I can see why you want to consider snow tires if your dealing with lots of deep snow. I'm sure you'll have a great experience especially if you pop snow tires on that puppy.

[Phantomteg]

Just wondering what everyone in snow country is running for winter wheels. I'm wondering if I should get 18" winter tires or could I run a smaller wheel and tire (16" or 17"). There's also the possibility of getting a used set of older model Murano Rims and using them with snow tires. Anyone have any recommendations or advice. I'm driving an 09 SL AWD with stock 18s.

I live in the Chicago area and we had lots of snow last winter and the Murano with with stock 18in wheels and tires never took a wrong step, but seeing you live where you get what like 20ft of snow a year. I would try to find a set of used wheels and put snow tires on those if it makes you feel better.

[savage277]

Any issues with running 18" winter wheels without tire pressure sensors on an '09 LE?

[Macsleuth]

I've got an 09 SL AWD w/18s.Checked with my Nissan dealer today and they suggest 245/65R17.Now I'm looking around.

[macs]

I've decided to go with 245 70 17's. I purchased 17 inch infinity wheels and they clear the brakes. We'll see how they work. My dealer couldn't tell me much unfortunately.