Snow Tires for RWD Ranger

[Franko]

So i live in ND. Bought a 2019 Ranger XL Stx about a 9 months ago. Was pretty worried about winter with it being RWD. Shopped endlessly for the right snow tires: studless vs studded etc.
Pulled the trigger on Michelin X-ice, added 300 lbs of sandbag weight in the truckbed and the result so far?
Surprisingly good! If it loses grip it’s only for a millisecond and it re-grips. On ice. And hard packed snow. Astonishingly well. I was pretty worried about this coming into winter, so this was good news. Actually gets around better than my 4x4 Dakota. Anyway for those who might be thinking of saving a few bucks and picking up a RWD in a cold snowy region, there is hope!!
I did buy separate dedicated rims for these tires which i recommend. So, i saved $ with the purchase of this vehicle but did have to invest in new rims and snow tires - but in the end, i feel i saved plenty overall and so far am a happy camper.

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[subquark]

You should be in great shape with those excellent tires and added weight.

I also have a RWD and grew up in Canada. I also have a 1972 FJ40 that I've had since 1976.

I don't need the 4WD for my normal day-to-day running around here in New Hampshire (LOL, going to the dump, or 3 miles to the office). =D

I do carry tire chains as an old habit. Used them only twice but they worked great!

I also have rear weight, about 320 pounds in a ShurTrax.

You'll be in great shape with those Michelins! =)

PS - post pics!

 

[oldnslow]

I drove in Wisconsin for 20+ years with 2WD. The only time I ever got stuck and needed a tow was when I fell asleep and drove into a ditch. I never had 4WD until I moved to Arizona. I don't really need it but I do like it.

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