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Old 12-25-08, 10:27 AM   #1
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Does anyone know what wheels will fit a 98 LS400. I am looking at GS or Is wheels but am confused what will fit because i heard the brakes are to big. Helo Jimbo409
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Old 12-25-08, 12:59 PM   #2
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from what i understand the LS has different bolt pattern? if not the ISx50 18" rims will clear bbk and the 3gen GS 18" rims will also.
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from what i understand the LS has different bolt pattern? if not the ISx50 18" rims will clear bbk and the 3gen GS 18" rims will also.


Mike the LS has the same bolt pattern
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yup the ls400 is 5x114. its the newer ls series that has a different bolt pattern.
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my bad guys

then hit up the classified section. there are plenty of used OEM rims that will work for you
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Old 01-05-09, 11:15 PM   #6
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isx50 rims will clear, using them on my sc which has the LS BBK
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are LS430 wheels also 5x114? if they are then any LS430 wheel will fit as well.
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If you want OEM, get a set of 18" LS430 wheels. Classy wheels with BBK fitment (obviously).

Otherwise, get a set of MRR HR1s or HR3s for some class and curvature.
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