As it turns out, discs in winter directly affect convenience and financial savings. Factors such as design, polish, color and size are of great importance. All these factors are worth dwelling on in more detail.
Simplicity of design.
The comfort of car operation directly depends on the appearance of the wheels. In order not to waste time cleaning patterned elements, you should choose a simple design with 5 – 6 wide knitting needles. Models with patterns and a large number of knitting needles should be used in the summer, then there will be less dirt. In winter, it is very difficult to wash off the dirt on the spokes; such wheels will always be dirty and will not decorate the car.
In addition, there is a high probability that snow mixed with dirt will freeze between the spokes, disrupting the balance of the wheel. As a result, the vibration will become more noticeable, and the load on the steering mechanism will increase significantly.
No polishing.
Of course, the polished elements on the discs have a spectacular appearance, but even manufacturers recommend not using them in winter. Polishing is most often covered with varnish, on which winter has a “killer” effect. In addition, polished wheels can oxidize.
Even expensive products from well-known manufacturers have this drawback. When a polished surface gets scratched, it causes corrosion. In winter, it is much easier to damage such a disc than in summer, and snow, ice and dirt are to blame.
Color: steel or silver?
Manufacturers advise choosing single-color wheels for the winter, since dirt will still not allow you to appreciate the full style and beauty of the design of multi-colored wheels, and they are not very cheap. In order not to overpay, it is better to take a closer look at silver-colored wheels; dirt and peeling paint are less noticeable on them.
Stamping.
When choosing wheels for winter, you should pay attention to steel-colored stamped models. They are practical and not expensive. Compared to light alloy cast wheels, they can provide excellent protection for expensive brake parts and tires. If a wheel with such a disc falls into a serious hole, then the disc will bear the brunt of the impact, and the tire will remain unharmed.
Standard size.
Minimum-sized wheels are best suited for winter; they are cheaper and much more comfortable to ride on. With such wheels, driving a car in winter is easier, and acceleration and braking are easier. In addition, small-diameter discs are highly resistant to damage and can easily survive falling into a hole.
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Tire service.
Tire mounting also helps protect the wheel from damage. Protectors made of plastic allow you to increase their service life, since the varnish will not swell and come off. This solution prevents scratches on them.
In conclusion, it is worth recalling that before installing tires on rims, you must make sure that they fit the car, since otherwise it will be a waste of money.
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