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      11-12-2018, 10:26 AM   #1
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Winter wheel first timer here.

My 691s will be arriving in the next day or two, and I realized I should probably get some wheel covers now that I'll have 2 sets of wheels.

Anyone have any they really like? I don't need anything crazy...just something that's going to get the job done and won't rip.

Saw these on Amazon that looked reasonable enough.

They also sell felt covers that they recommend buying - anyone have thoughts on those?
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I use the Heyner bags. See.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/HEYNER-H735.../dp/B00AQM8GDA

Haven't used the felt pads. I actually use the old play mats my kids used. Hopefully the pictures will show what I mean. Has done the job for many years!!!
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I really must look into this myself...
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I really must look into this myself...
I am quite OCD about storing my wheels. Both sets cleaned and polished prior to storing. Have separate alarm system for where they are stored!
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I've got a lot of felt pads and after seeing the foam mats, I definitely think that's the way to go. Most felt pads are smaller and won't provide nearly the protection and/or coverage of the foam mats. Plus, an added bonus is the mats are cheap!

I've used Tire Rack, OEM BMW and generic Amazon tire totes (in fact, I've got all 3 sets on rims in my garage as I type this), and they are all the same. Just be sure whatever you choose will be wide enough to protect your rims. I've got my wife's 21" Q7 rims in these totes. I wanted something in a different color to distinguish from the other sets, so this fit the bill perfectly
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I've got a lot of felt pads and after seeing the foam mats, I definitely think that's the way to go. Most felt pads are smaller and won't provide nearly the protection and/or coverage of the foam mats. Plus, an added bonus is the mats are cheap!

I've used Tire Rack, OEM BMW and generic Amazon tire totes (in fact, I've got all 3 sets on rims in my garage as I type this), and they are all the same. Just be sure whatever you choose will be wide enough to protect your rims. I've got my wife's 21" Q7 rims in these totes. I wanted something in a different color to distinguish from the other sets, so this fit the bill perfectly
Thanks for the peace of mind that they're all more or less the same. I ended up just buying the ones I linked to earlier...I did the math that they suggested in the product description and it sounds like my 699M wheels will fit for sure.

The mats are a decent enough idea for storage, but I actually want the felts more for transport in the car in case there's brake dust on the wheel when we're moving them.
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I am quite OCD about storing my wheels. Both sets cleaned and polished prior to storing. Have separate alarm system for where they are stored!
Yes, I’d be the same - my precious wheels would be tucked up all cozy for the winter. I know the dealers offer this service; does anyone go for it, and is it worthwhile?

There are lots of threads and hundreds of subsequent posts regarding winter wheels and tyres on this forum, so I’m going to have to dedicate the time to delve and hopefully choose a good rim and tyre combination. I like the idea of saving my 21” rims from the crap winter (salty) weather, not to mention sharing the tyre load which will give the 21’s extended life.

There’s a fairly decent wheel specialist nearby... I don’t know whether to get a set of non BMW rims, or stick with OEM rims? At this stage I don’t even know whether I’d get the biggest choice of winter tyres in a 19” or a 20”.

If I find anything useful I’ll post it for the benefit of others who may be considering the same.
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Thanks for the peace of mind that they're all more or less the same. I ended up just buying the ones I linked to earlier...I did the math that they suggested in the product description and it sounds like my 699M wheels will fit for sure.

The mats are a decent enough idea for storage, but I actually want the felts more for transport in the car in case there's brake dust on the wheel when we're moving them.
Just to be clear, the sets of felt pads I have are smaller in diameter than my wheels. I don't think most felts were designed with 20" or 21" rims mind. . Be sure that you get big enough felt to cover your rims, especially for transport purposes!
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Just to be clear, the sets of felt pads I have are smaller in diameter than my wheels. I don't think most felts were designed with 20" or 21" rims mind. . Be sure that you get big enough felt to cover your rims, especially for transport purposes!
Good thought. We'll see - I'm hoping the covers come around enough where it ends up working.

And if it doesn't, it'll be fine for the 45 minute ride to the suburbs where I'm storing them, and I'll figure something else out from there and return the felts to Amazon.
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Yes, I’d be the same - my precious wheels would be tucked up all cozy for the winter. I know the dealers offer this service; does anyone go for it, and is it worthwhile?
Hi there, I have being using BM dealers service for many years now and their swap and storage service costs me around £50/year
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Hi there, I have being using BM dealers service for many years now and their swap and storage service costs me around £50/year

Thank you. That’s not bad... I take it that they take good care of them?
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I have no complaints at all and is a far easier option for me than storing a spare set of rims/tyres at home.
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