2003 4.6 Winter Set Up ??

[ValveTronic]

I recently bought a 2003 4.6 with the OEM 20 inch wheels.. I am looking for some ideas on winter rims/tires. I live in Chicago and have to deal with snow and ice.. Should go with 18 inch or 19 inch wheels? How do I maintain a sharp look in my 4.6 with smaller rims/tires? ANY input would be appreciated.

[LeMansX5]

I have a 4.8 and I put 18" version of 4.6 wheels Here is my winter setup before I added 30mm wheel pacers->http://www.xoutpost.com/articles.php?...icle&artid=151

[ValveTronic]

Looks Sharp! Forgive the Newbie question, what do the spacers do?

[LeMansX5]

If you look at the rear wheel in the second pic it looks little sucked in. By adding the 30mm wheel spacers on rear wheels I am able to bring the wheel out for a better look. Check this post for more info and after wheel spacer pics.

[DanDE]

Yup. As an "x" 4.6 owner, LeMansX5 is giving you the best advice. Perfect winter setup.

Remember that you can't just put any 18's on that beast (brake rotors are too big). Make sure you research the right wheels for fitment.

[ValveTronic]

Are 19s any better or worse than 18s for a winter set up?

[LeMansX5]

Originally Posted by ValveTronic

Are 19s any better or worse than 18s for a winter set up?

19s can't be better.

[bozo]

Ive got a basic set of 17's with tires for sale...brand new, havent even done delivery miles...600 bucks + shipping...Im putting them on ebay tonight...

[elm3c]

Anyone know if the Style 69 will fit on the 4.6?

[Thunder22]

Originally Posted by ValveTronic

Are 19s any better or worse than 18s for a winter set up?

i had 19's on my '01 4.4i sport and the car was a sled in the NY winter... it was horrible. I almost t boned a school bus one morning while sliding down a hill.... blech... go with the 18's, trust me.