jaguardoc504
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We do weekend trips to Vermont to ski and need dedicated winter tires. Sure they have better traction, but more importantly they provide better braking and turning of this heavy vehicle on slick roads. I bought a set of used LR4 19" wheels off ebay, tpms sensors from the dealer and Nokian Hakka SUV R2 winter tires. Narrower (19") is better than 20" in snow. Taller sidewalls may help prevent pothole damage too. I always carry a tow strap, D-rings and a small shovel. If I know I'm going to be driving through a storm, I bring along the Max Trax as well.
I run a 245/60r20 on the Blizzaks DM-V1's, so definitely a narrower and a bit taller tire for the winter versus stock or the 285/55r20 on the Coopers
Being prepared is key, no different than going on an excursion, you never know when "that" moment will happen and you need to un-stick yourself, or someone else.