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Can I put RWD gs rims on an AWD gs?

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Old 03-17-11, 07:22 PM
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Im looking into getting a GS. All I see for good deals are the awd versions, but the rwd ones have better rims and look much better. Can I put the rims from RWD 300, 350, 430 on an AWD 300, 350? Anyone done this, if so pics please. Also how would the wheel gap be? Thanks.
Old 03-17-11, 07:26 PM
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Yeah it should be fine just depends on if they are staggered or not, but if your going OEM than it should be easier.
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So the 430 rims would just bolt right up with the correct back spacing and clear all brake parts and suspension pieces? Thanks. Anyone with pics please post.
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They're 18x8.5 wheels. Don't recall offset, somewhere around 45. Yes they would work so long as you use 245/40 tires. Proper spacing and will clear the GS430/350 calipers. You could even drop the car 2-3inches with no problems.
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Good deals on AWD? Wow! Wish that was the case in my area. Anyhow, like others have said, all OEM GS rims from RWD will work on AWD. Make sure the tires match (overall diameter).
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any 3gs rwd wheels/tires will fit on your awd np
Old 03-18-11, 09:37 PM
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I have the gs430 rims on my awd lowered 3" on coil overs with 20mm spacers all around and it looks great. I actually should have went with a 25mm spacer because there's still plenty of room there.
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you have to account for the rotation when it comes to awd wheels and make sure the tires are appropriate both rears and fronts.. You will fck up your tranny and awd system..

wait nvm.. this is regarding stocks.. Sorry!!
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yea awd system u dont wanna mess with your better off gettin the same size tires all around
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