there are two types of BLIZZAK ... which is better?
09-24-2003 | 12:04 AM
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there are two types of BLIZZAK ... which is better?
I was looking at winter tires... seems like either Mich Alpine or Bridgestone Blizzak are the best match for our ride...
however, there are two types of Blizzak... LM-22 and WS-50
they have very distinctive tread pattern... wonder if anyone knows the difference between these two...
however, there are two types of Blizzak... LM-22 and WS-50
they have very distinctive tread pattern... wonder if anyone knows the difference between these two...
09-24-2003 | 06:37 AM
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IMO lm-22's are for sport cars , and are made for travelling at higher speeds.
The WS-50 offers more tread for deep snow traction. I think also, the ws-50 someone once told me that they were intended for front wheel drive cars ?
I would also recommend Nokia Hakkapeliita as well.. they have more longevity
The WS-50 offers more tread for deep snow traction. I think also, the ws-50 someone once told me that they were intended for front wheel drive cars ?
I would also recommend Nokia Hakkapeliita as well.. they have more longevity
09-24-2003 | 06:47 AM
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The difference is speed rating and tread. WS-50 is a hardcore snow tire with a lower speed rating whereas the LM-22 is "performance winter tire".
I use the WS-50 on my Accord but can't imagine it on the S2k cause it's too soft. You'd have to decide for yourself, If you think you need the WS-50 then maybe you should look into a beater instead cause the S will handle like an SUV.
I use the WS-50 on my Accord but can't imagine it on the S2k cause it's too soft. You'd have to decide for yourself, If you think you need the WS-50 then maybe you should look into a beater instead cause the S will handle like an SUV.
09-24-2003 | 07:28 AM
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I like my LM 22s. What others have said is consitent with my experiences. I bet the WS50 is a better SNOW tire, but on the very worst of days, my car stays in the garage, snows or not (I cant get out of my unplowed back laneway).
09-24-2003 | 07:37 AM
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Originally posted by mas
The difference is speed rating and tread. WS-50 is a hardcore snow tire with a lower speed rating whereas the LM-22 is "performance winter tire".
I use the WS-50 on my Accord but can't imagine it on the S2k cause it's too soft. You'd have to decide for yourself, If you think you need the WS-50 then maybe you should look into a beater instead cause the S will handle like an SUV.
The difference is speed rating and tread. WS-50 is a hardcore snow tire with a lower speed rating whereas the LM-22 is "performance winter tire".
I use the WS-50 on my Accord but can't imagine it on the S2k cause it's too soft. You'd have to decide for yourself, If you think you need the WS-50 then maybe you should look into a beater instead cause the S will handle like an SUV.
i have blizzak MZ-01's (now discountinued)......now THOSE are soft.....but, they'll plow through anything - and have.
they're not really stable beyond 160-170....car feels very squirrely.....but in winter, dry or not, i seldom (maybe a few times) hit those speeds.
i've been able to drive my car everyday for the past 3 winters....so that is an example of their abilities.
and actually, i don't think they are "speed" rated AT ALL - and if they are, it wouldn't be substantial....
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