[Dadio61]

Bridgestone Blizzak DM-V1, 265/50R20 on eBay knockoff SRT wheels. Just had to use new wheel nuts because the openings in the knockoffs were too small for the stock nuts.

 

[phillysrt]

No disrespect or nothing but the hell with the jeep for now hahaha what's that I see in the driveway behind??? Is that an SRT challenger with vipers on it??? Oh and the jeep looks good hahah

 

[Dadio61]

No disrespect or nothing but the hell with the jeep for now hahaha what's that I see in the driveway behind??? Is that an SRT challenger with vipers on it??? Oh and the jeep looks good hahah

Yeah, that's my summer sweetie. 09 B5 Blue SRT. 6spd & +/- 580hp. Pretty haywire

 

[phillysrt]

Yeah, that's my summer sweetie. 09 B5 Blue SRT. 6spd & +/- 580hp. Pretty haywire

Haha that's awesome man. Nice pic! Drove those alpt at the SRT track day. Fun car for sure.

Here is my winter sweetie haha while the jeep sits warm and cozy

 

[damien79]

I just bought the same tire size blizzak dm-v1.. but now two months after i've decided to finally go with the 2014 SRT. I wonder if 265/50r20 would fit the original wheels on my new upcoming srt jeep. Does anyone knows the spec of those wheels?

 

[JohnS]

Here are the spec's for the OEM SRT 20 in. x 10 in. forged aluminum, painted, split 5-spoke wheels;

Diameter: 20"
Width: 10"
Offset: +56.4 mm
Bolt Pattern: 5 X 5" (5 X 127 mm)

 

[Dadio61]

Haha that's awesome man. Nice pic! Drove those alpt at the SRT track day. Fun car for sure. Here is my winter sweetie haha while the jeep sits warm and cozy

Your winter sweetie looks waaaay more serious than my summer sweetie!

 

[Dadio61]

I just bought the same tire size blizzak dm-v1.. but now two months after i've decided to finally go with the 2014 SRT. I wonder if 265/50r20 would fit the original wheels on my new upcoming srt jeep. Does anyone knows the spec of those wheels?

The narrower tire won't offer any curb protection for the factory rims. Better off to put on a set of knockoffs, than replacing a scraped up factory rim

 

[phillysrt]

Your winter sweetie looks waaaay more serious than my summer sweetie!

ya but that summer sweetie is sick!!!! hahah

enjoy the beast in the winter months...im curious to see how they do handle in the snow!

 

[Blakey]

Another curious question
Do the rear wheel arches get clogged with snow and ice?
I know there isn't much room in between the tires and wheel arch liners on my SRT?

 

[ZZVitas]

Bridgestone Blizzak DM-V1, 265/50R20 on eBay knockoff SRT wheels. Just had to use new wheel nuts because the openings in the knockoffs were too small for the stock nuts.

How are you liking the tires so far? Are you happy with the way the handle as well as the level of the road noise? I am about to pull the trigger on the same tires, but going with a 285/50/20 on a 20"x9" wheel. Any feedback would be great.
Thanks!
Zach

 

[Dadio61]

Another curious question Do the rear wheel arches get clogged with snow and ice? I know there isn't much room in between the tires and wheel arch liners on my SRT?

Haven't had it in the snow yet, but I'd have to agree that there isn't a lot of clearance in the front for sure

 

[Dadio61]

How are you liking the tires so far? Are you happy with the way the handle as well as the level of the road noise? I am about to pull the trigger on the same tires, but going with a 285/50/20 on a 20"x9" wheel. Any feedback would be great. Thanks! Zach

They are a bit noisier on dry pavement than the stock pirellis, lateral grip is softer, very grippy for straight line starts. I tend not to push them too hard, the SRT would melt them in one winter if I don't behave

 

[cmmurray77]

I'm in Denver and just picked up my 14 yesterday. I'm concerned about the chemicals for snow removal harming the black chrome wheels. Has anyone had issues with that? Just wondering if a new set of wheels is a must with the new snow tires I must also purchase.

 

[bill_de]

I'm in Denver and just picked up my 14 yesterday. I'm concerned about the chemicals for snow removal harming the black chrome wheels. Has anyone had issues with that? Just wondering if a new set of wheels is a must with the new snow tires I must also purchase.

Most/all wheels have a urethane or similar coating, so there should be no problem.

That said, if you are going to be changing tires twice a year, having the extra set of wheels makes sense. If you have to have the tires remounted twice a year, there is a chance of damage. Plus, you would need to have them balanced each time. No, that wouldn't make up for the cost of the new wheels, but not having to mount and balance does reduce the net impact on your wallet. Plus, since you do have this concern, having 'winter wheels' will give you peace of mind.


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[TRKHWK]

Most/all wheels have a urethane or similar coating, so there should be no problem.

That said, if you are going to be changing tires twice a year, having the extra set of wheels makes sense. If you have to have the tires remounted twice a year, there is a chance of damage. Plus, you would need to have them balanced each time. No, that wouldn't make up for the cost of the new wheels, but not having to mount and balance does reduce the net impact on your wallet. Plus, since you do have this concern, having 'winter wheels' will give you peace of mind.


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agree, used to not have an extra set of wheels and had tire bead damage once during change and had to get four new tires as a result, luckily the tire place admitted their error and took care of me!