Steel rims for winter tires - Nissan Murano

kmalek · 10-19-2009, 10:12 AM

Hello MO owners,

I have a small question to ask, especially those in Canada (GTA).
I'm looking into winter tires for my '06 SL AWD, and wanted to get steel rims for them.

I have tried Canadian Tire and my dealership, but both told me that there are no steel rims for my car.

So, is it possible to get steel rims for my car or not?
Where would I look for them if yes.

On the other hand, last winter I have seen few Muranos as well as FX35s with steel rims on them, so I'm quite sure that it is possible.

Anyway, any help is much appreciated.

Thank you,
Chris

evjm · 10-19-2009, 07:46 PM

You can get 17" steel rims. I'm not sure where as I bought mine used. I've used 17 for two winters now as I couldn't find an 18" winter tire that I trusted. I've had no issues with them and you shouldn't either as long as you stay within 3% of the OEM tires, check the tire thread for explanation. Also there is a link on the tire size sticky that will let you know what percentage a different size is. I'll check but I think mine are 275/60/17

kmalek · 10-21-2009, 06:57 AM

Thanks a lot evjm.
I will look into that. It will definitely save me some money.
Chris

Mr3Putt · 10-21-2009, 09:15 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by kmalek
Hello MO owners,

I have a small question to ask, especially those in Canada (GTA).
I'm looking into winter tires for my '06 SL AWD, and wanted to get steel rims for them.

Chris

Not to be coy, but aren't all Murano rims steel?

Are you looking for unpainted rims? Or, not chromed? Or just a backup set for your winter tires?

How about the 4 SE rims I have in my shed?

Just wondering what your looking for...

kmalek · 10-21-2009, 09:35 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Mr3Putt

Not to be coy, but aren't all Murano rims steel?

Are you looking for unpainted rims? Or, not chromed? Or just a backup set for your winter tires?

How about the 4 SE rims I have in my shed?

Just wondering what your looking for...

hmm...aren't they aluminum rims??? I don't think they are steel...

Anyway, yes, you are correct, I'm looking for a set of rims for winter tires.
How much you want for your rims? I assume they are the stock, 18" rims, right?

Mr3Putt · 10-21-2009, 10:14 AM

Are they really aluminum? I had no idea, I thought they were all painted steel.

You can have the ones in my shed cheap, I think the problem/expense would be shipping.

Have you looked on your local Craigslist? I know wheels pop up occasionally around here. Keep in mind a bunch of Nissan/Infiniti wheels will fit your car.

evjm · 10-21-2009, 10:32 AM

Here's the size calculator..
http://www.miata.net/garage/tirecalc.html

275/60/17 is only 0.1% too fast

265/65/17 1.8% too slow

245/65/17 1.6% too fast

kmalek · 10-23-2009, 06:42 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by evjm
Here's the size calculator..
http://www.miata.net/garage/tirecalc.html

275/60/17 is only 0.1% too fast

265/65/17 1.8% too slow

245/65/17 1.6% too fast

Hey evjm,
Thanks a lot for the info.
Just one more question... can I buy just about any 17" steel rims, or they have to be some special brand/kind/size etc???

Thanks,
Chris

nipsirc · 12-01-2010, 11:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by evjm

You can get 17" steel rims. I'm not sure where as I bought mine used. I've used 17 for two winters now as I couldn't find an 18" winter tire that I trusted. I've had no issues with them and you shouldn't either as long as you stay within 3% of the OEM tires, check the tire thread for explanation. Also there is a link on the tire size sticky that will let you know what percentage a different size is. I'll check but I think mine are 275/60/17

I have a 2004 Murano SL and I just bought 17" steel rims and 245/70/17 winter tires from a local tire depot.
Seems like there are no issues however it seems very noisy.
I looked at the rims and there's only about 1/2 inch between rim and the brake caliper so I was wondering if there are any one here who had an issue with the calipers rubbing on the rims and vice versa. I also hear some very tiny whirring sound from it when I make a turn so I thought it might be rubbing...
Anyone had an issue with this steel rims?

**zebelkhan** · 12-01-2010, 11:39 PM

Half inch is a lot of distance. Also, the wheel and the caliper normally do not move relative to each other so the sound you are hearing is not them rubbing against each other.

mattski · 12-02-2010, 08:13 AM

Why go with steel rims at all? I got a set of 18" practiacaly new take-off rims (owner was upgrading) for under $300. You will pay at least $200 for a set of new steelies. In addition, the alloy rims will not rust like steel ones. for me, the improved look is worth $100 and I don't have to worry about bolt pattterns, offsets or lug nut compatibility. My .02

cleung · 12-02-2010, 09:11 AM

I just recently got a good deal on a set of brand new take off rims as well for my MO, the problem is there isn't very much choice out there for winter tires in the factory size. I'm currently having a hard time finding any winter tires I like at a reasonable price, even tirerack only has one choice available.

I would suggest going with 17" steels also just so that you have some more selection in terms of tires.

jkoot · 12-10-2010, 10:28 AM

Kmalek,

An option to consider is to check out the wrecking yards for a set of factory aluminum 18" rims.

I did a bit of research for you and standard auto wreckers out I'm Scarborough has a few in the $60-70 a piece range. When you look at there inventory off their website, be sure to look at 03-06 model years as the newer you go the price goes up significantly. They have both SL and SE designs.

I also checked out the Canadian Tire website and they do infact offer steel rims (not the black ones but the silver 5 spoke design, kind of like what you would see on a base model Rav4) for around $70 a piece as well.

se2007 · 04-10-2011, 10:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cleung

I just recently got a good deal on a set of brand new take off rims as well for my MO, the problem is there isn't very much choice out there for winter tires in the factory size. I'm currently having a hard time finding any winter tires I like at a reasonable price, even tirerack only has one choice available.

I would suggest going with 17" steels also just so that you have some more selection in terms of tires.

This seems to be the crux of the matter--hard to find winter tires in the factory size (18) at a reasonable price.

frankmar · 05-24-2011, 01:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mattski

Why go with steel rims at all? I got a set of 18" practiacaly new take-off rims (owner was upgrading) for under $300. You will pay at least $200 for a set of new steelies. In addition, the alloy rims will not rust like steel ones. for me, the improved look is worth $100 and I don't have to worry about bolt pattterns, offsets or lug nut compatibility. My .02

Do you still have these 18" take-off rims I am interested in them. Please let me know. thanks

10-19-2009, 10:12 AM	#1 (permalink)
kmalek Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Mississauga, ON Posts: 8	Steel rims for winter tires Hello MO owners, I have a small question to ask, especially those in Canada (GTA). I'm looking into winter tires for my '06 SL AWD, and wanted to get steel rims for them. I have tried Canadian Tire and my dealership, but both told me that there are no steel rims for my car. So, is it possible to get steel rims for my car or not? Where would I look for them if yes. On the other hand, last winter I have seen few Muranos as well as FX35s with steel rims on them, so I'm quite sure that it is possible. Anyway, any help is much appreciated. Thank you, Chris

10-19-2009, 07:46 PM	#2 (permalink)
evjm Registered User Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Nova Scotia Posts: 137	You can get 17" steel rims. I'm not sure where as I bought mine used. I've used 17 for two winters now as I couldn't find an 18" winter tire that I trusted. I've had no issues with them and you shouldn't either as long as you stay within 3% of the OEM tires, check the tire thread for explanation. Also there is a link on the tire size sticky that will let you know what percentage a different size is. I'll check but I think mine are 275/60/17 __________________ 2004 Murano SL AWD

10-21-2009, 10:14 AM	#6 (permalink)
Mr3Putt Super Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 1,569	Are they really aluminum? I had no idea, I thought they were all painted steel. You can have the ones in my shed cheap, I think the problem/expense would be shipping. Have you looked on your local Craigslist? I know wheels pop up occasionally around here. Keep in mind a bunch of Nissan/Infiniti wheels will fit your car. __________________ Former owner of ~~~~> Black O3 SE AWD

10-21-2009, 10:32 AM	#7 (permalink)
evjm Registered User Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Nova Scotia Posts: 137	Here's the size calculator.. http://www.miata.net/garage/tirecalc.html 275/60/17 is only 0.1% too fast 265/65/17 1.8% too slow 245/65/17 1.6% too fast __________________ 2004 Murano SL AWD

12-01-2010, 11:39 PM	#10 (permalink)
zebelkhan Moderator Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Morgan Hill, Ca Posts: 6,042	Half inch is a lot of distance. Also, the wheel and the caliper normally do not move relative to each other so the sound you are hearing is not them rubbing against each other. __________________ 2004 SL AWD - Super Black - Leather Package (Café latte) - Tow Package - Floor Mats - Splash Guards - Cargo Area Protector - Rear Bumper Protector - Front Window Tint - Dawn Color Matched Body Side Molding – Day Time Running Lights - PAC-NIS1 Aux Audio input - Pressure Pro TPMS and Anti Theft Sensor Locks - 7" Xenarc VGA Touchscreen - Compaq EVO e-PC 2.0 GHz Pentium 4 Carputer with 120GB HD, DSATX PSU / Shutdown Controller, Road Runner Front End, iGuidance 3.0 Navigation, DVD player, Internet access, XM satellite radio, Deluo GPS receiver, Linksys WiFi Antenna, TERK XM antenna - Tweeter 22uF CAP mod - Magnetbra - Custom Backup Camera - Aries Polished Stainless Steel Sidestep (nerf) Bars - Euro-Tech Nudge Bar - Homemade Lower Grill Cover - Auxiliary Projection Fog Lamps - Aluminum Fuel Tank Shields - Wade Window Deflectors - Nissan Sunroof Deflector - Scosche UBRH Bluetooth Hands-Free Car Kit

10-21-2009, 06:57 AM	#3 (permalink)
kmalek Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Mississauga, ON Posts: 8	Thanks a lot evjm. I will look into that. It will definitely save me some money. Chris

12-02-2010, 08:13 AM	#11 (permalink)
mattski Registered User Join Date: May 2010 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 265	Why go with steel rims at all? I got a set of 18" practiacaly new take-off rims (owner was upgrading) for under $300. You will pay at least $200 for a set of new steelies. In addition, the alloy rims will not rust like steel ones. for me, the improved look is worth $100 and I don't have to worry about bolt pattterns, offsets or lug nut compatibility. My .02 __________________ 2010 Murano LE w/ AWD, Navigation, Weathertech Floorliners, LED DRLs, SportWing Side Moldings, VG Sharkfin Antenna, Cloud Rider Mesh Grill, NON-beeping liftgate

12-02-2010, 09:11 AM	#12 (permalink)
cleung Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Saskatchewan Canada Posts: 87	I just recently got a good deal on a set of brand new take off rims as well for my MO, the problem is there isn't very much choice out there for winter tires in the factory size. I'm currently having a hard time finding any winter tires I like at a reasonable price, even tirerack only has one choice available. I would suggest going with 17" steels also just so that you have some more selection in terms of tires. __________________ 2004 Murano SE 2004 BMW 530i

12-10-2010, 10:28 AM	#13 (permalink)
jkoot Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 69	Kmalek, An option to consider is to check out the wrecking yards for a set of factory aluminum 18" rims. I did a bit of research for you and standard auto wreckers out I'm Scarborough has a few in the $60-70 a piece range. When you look at there inventory off their website, be sure to look at 03-06 model years as the newer you go the price goes up significantly. They have both SL and SE designs. I also checked out the Canadian Tire website and they do infact offer steel rims (not the black ones but the silver 5 spoke design, kind of like what you would see on a base model Rav4) for around $70 a piece as well.

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