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Will these wheels fit over the big brakes?

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Old 11-20-06, 09:11 PM
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Default Will these wheels fit over the big brakes?

I believe these are the 18" wheels from the new IS. Any idea if these wheels will clear the big calipers on the '95+ LS400s?

Old 11-21-06, 12:23 AM
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Are you sure they are not 17's?? They might just look similar, and I’m getting confused.
Old 11-21-06, 12:35 AM
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My apologies...

I think you are right, they are 17s.
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these are indeed 17s from the Lexus IS300 Sports Edition.
and will Fit 89-94 Lexus LS400 I know for sure
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Originally Posted by crazimofo
these are indeed 17s from the Lexus IS300 Sports Edition.
and will Fit 89-94 Lexus LS400 I know for sure
uhh, those are the regular 17s from the IS250/350
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You would have to try...my thought is no.
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Originally Posted by RA40
You would have to try...my thought is no.
i agree...
Old 11-23-06, 02:52 PM
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you want to go at least 18 inches for your car anyway.
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