Preparing the Boss for winter driving

[13Boss#3328]

So I decided to drive the Boss everyday. Here in Michigan the winter is semi-harsh.

Planning on:
1) Snow tires and wheels, the STI 17" bbs wheels did not fit.
2) Sand bags in the trunk.
3) drive careful and be mindful of the monstrous torque we have.
4) May be remove my rear sway bar, I have 20mm. Thinking that might increase the "articulation" of the rear tires

Any info about the least expensive wheels I can use? Looking for 17" or 18" that can clear the brakes. I will do my research, but appreciate your inputs.

Any tips and things to do to protect the undercarriage and the paint of the car?

Thanks

 

[F.D. Sako]

I went with SVT drifts in 18x9 in Pirelli Winter Sottozero II's in 255/45/18

 

[13Boss#3328]

I went with SVT drifts in 18x9 in Pirelli Winter Sottozero II's in 255/45/18

How did you do in snow?

 

[13Boss#3328]

I am basically looking for something like 18X8 so I can fit either 235 or 245 snow tires, provided that they clear the brakes.

 

[WinterSucks]

I would give LMR a call and see if they can special order an 18x8 for you. They do have Bullitt 18x8.5", but I don't know if they clear the Brembos.

 

[F.D. Sako]

How did you do in snow?

Not bad at all!
I think I only drove it through 3-4" snow max, and it handled it pretty well... better than a camry on all-seasons.

I guess we should also put the suspension on the softest setting during the winter.

 

[302BOB]

For driving in the snow. I'd say having Blizzaks is your best bet...good luck this winter.