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Snow tires/rims

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Technical Discussion' started by williab, Nov 8, 2007.

  1. williab

    williab New Member

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    I am in the process of looking for snow tires and am wondering if it is worth the extra $400 for rims so I don't have to keep changing the tires - one company said with today's machines it does not hurt the tires to keep the rims and just change the tires - if that is not the case, what kind of rims are best and I guess from what I have read the TPMS will not work if I change rims????????thanks for any info
     
    #1 williab, Nov 8, 2007
  2. craigk

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    I just bought a used set of Prius rims (no worry about fit/weight) for my snow tires, I wanted to be able to change them over when I wanted to and not have to go to the tire shop. No TPMS sensors, too expensive, I can monitor myself. My tires are Nokian Hakkapeliita RSi's (same size as factory tires-185/65R15-no worry about fit), incredible tread, can't wait to see how they work. I know my fuel economy will decrease, but I sold a 15mpg Ranger winter truck. The new tire/rim combo weighs 30-31 lbs same as the original.
     
    #2 craigk, Nov 8, 2007
  3. willsundog

    willsundog Junior Member

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    Craig, I would like to talk to you about the upgrades you have done with your Prius. I own a 2009, package 6, and want to add snow tires, engine block heater, and blocked grill. [email protected]

     
    #3 willsundog, Oct 4, 2009
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