Hey all! Just want to give everyone the heads up as we move out of summer (what summer we had) and into the fall/winter season. At the time of this post stock looks pretty good, but it does go fast. Other vehicles share the EVO fitment so there are others buying the same stuff you are. Bridgestone Blizzaks are usually the first to go so get them soon! The only 17x7.5" wheel we have for the EVO ( ASA KA3 ) will probably be the first wheel to go.

I would recommend placing an advance order when you are sure of your selection, rather than wait until you are in the midst of the snow season. This will help assure the product you want will be available for you, and likely get it to you ahead of the snowfall. Our order process does not charge your credit card until the product leaves our warehouse, so no advance charges will appear on your monthly card statement until your order ships out to you.

Feel free to ask any questions and enjoy the last days at the beach!

*attached pic of The Tire Rack last winter. Typical here...*

 

How much for the KA 3 in satin silver and chrome for EVO? What's the best performance but good in the snow tires do you recommend? Thanks.

 

The KA3 is currently priced at $155 each + tires and shipping. The best tire for the worst conditions is the Bridgestone Blizzak WS-50. You will trade some wear for better snow traction, but its well worth it. If you want a bit better handling, I'd look at the Dunlop Winter Sport M3, or Michelin Pilot Alpin PA2


*prices sub to change*

 

I think I may also look toward getting some cheap rims for my LM-22's I got from you last year. What's the cheapest rim you sell that fits the EVO? I don't really care what it looks like.. anything would work (unless its hot pink)

I hope we get a winter like in your picture this year

 

least expensive wheel is the KA3 in 17x7.5 for $155 ea. In 17x8.0 the least expensive is Mille Miglia's HT3 for $179 ea. Yeah, I hope we get pounded this year too!

 

KA3's at $155 each, does this include chrome?

 

Do you sell winter tires in 17x8 size?

 

For those in not so inclimate weather, reconsider snow tires....just buy some Sumitomos A/S, Toyo A/S, Michelin Pilot A/S, etc....much better suited to UHP AWD car.

 

if you are in N. Alabama where it doesnt snow hardly at all, should you put winter tires on your evo?

 

No. In all seriousness, winter tires are good for heavy snowfall areas. Soft rubber, soft carcassed tires with knobby and aggressive treads fare well in the snow, but have otehrwise poor traction and overall performance. With good tires like TireRack.com sells, like the BFG KDWS (a favorite), the Sumitomo HTR+ (had a set, soft sidewall but good snow/all season. wore quickly) and 6 and one half dozen other selections, its a no brainer to put a blocky tread UHP tire (like the KDWS) on a 4wd car and be done with it. You won't sacrifice anything during the cold months, and put on a regular set (PS2's for me) in the summer.

 

Sadly no. The only finish avail for the EVO in that wheel is the bright satin silver with clear powder coat.

 

We do carry 17x8 winter wheels as well. Examples, Moda R3 , Mille Miglia Action , and Mille Miglia HT3 are all 17x8" wheels.

 

If you see light snow in your area I'm sure you could get away with an all season tire and AWD.

 

I couldnt justify buying a set of brand new wheels and ruin them in the winter. I'll probably just use my stockers for winter, and get some nice wheels for the warmer months.

 

Neal -Tire Rack

Why have you recommended the 17X7.5 wheel instead of the 8 in width? Just cost?

What tire size?

I assume that we should use a Blizzak WS50 in the stock 235/45/17 size for either the 7.5 inch and 8 inch width wheels.