Just thought I would post this here as well as the wheels thread. It was a nightmare for me getting wheels and winter tires.
Crisis is over. Got new wheels and Tires. Look great.
Michelin 09091 | Michelin X-Ice Snow SUV 255/55R20 110T XL Winter Tires
Fast Wheels Impression Gloss Black 20x8.5 +45 5x114.3mm 72.6mm (F265-2085-65BN+45C726).
72-70.50 Hub Centric Rings (4)
$2700 Cdn installed.
Long, long story , but I have come to the conclusion that because of the uniqueness of this Platform (when it comes to wheels) its highly likely that the big box places & dealerships wont have a clue how to fit the vehicle , nor know what to do if it doesn't fit. The issue was exacerbated that Lincoln mis spec'd the vehicle when the specs got into the public domain.I was explaining to a buddy of mine how exasperated and frustrated I was trying to address this issue of getting winter wheels and tires. I had spent hours and hours on the issue. He said, why dont you call up this place (Wheels Plus in Edmonton). Its a small specialty shop place. I was reticent to do so cause I thought it was just for car guys. But I called this place, explained to him all the wrong info out there with respect to the specs and he had ALL the correct info at his fingertips. Within 5 minutes my wheels and tires had been ordered, and 3 days later they were on my car.
The other surprising thing is these tires were out of stock at a lot of placers but this smaller place had zero issues sourcing them.
Anyways, I am very happy. The issue is done & lesson learned. If you have anything out of the ordinary, go to a smaller specialty shop. And its good for small business too.
