RX400H rims possible?!?
10-18-06, 10:14 PM
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RX400H rims possible?!?
I just came back from the dealer and the service writer just gave me a shocker. I have RX330 rims on my RX300 and I have no problems with it. I recently acquired a set of RX400H rims and told the service writer that I'll be putting them on shortly. He said it's not possible because the Hybrids use lighter rims and it won't work with my car. I check the tire size and they're exactly the same. I assume both are 18 inches as well.
Can somebody assure me that RX400H rims will be ok and it'll clear the calipers and shocks?
Much thanks appreciated.
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Can somebody assure me that RX400H rims will be ok and it'll clear the calipers and shocks?
Much thanks appreciated.
If this thread needs to be moved, please do so... Much thanks again.
10-18-06, 10:30 PM
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I just came back from the dealer and the service writer just gave me a shocker. I have RX330 rims on my RX300 and I have no problems with it. I recently acquired a set of RX400H rims and told the service writer that I'll be putting them on shortly. He said it's not possible because the Hybrids use lighter rims and it won't work with my car. I check the tire size and they're exactly the same. I assume both are 18 inches as well.
Can somebody assure me that RX400H rims will be ok and it'll clear the calipers and shocks?
Much thanks appreciated.
If this thread needs to be moved, please do so... Much thanks again.
Can somebody assure me that RX400H rims will be ok and it'll clear the calipers and shocks?
Much thanks appreciated.
If this thread needs to be moved, please do so... Much thanks again.
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10-18-06, 10:42 PM
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Well, if they're the same size, I'm not sure exactly but maybe 18x7 - 18x7.5 then you should be fine. Having lighter rims not "work" with your car seems a bit out there unless they were extremely light rims, and yes you should easily clear your calipers and shocks too as long as they are the same size as the RX330/350 wheels, which I believe they are.
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Lexus service writer is BS, RX400h rims are stronger due to RX400h's larger weight. If using the same alloy material, bigger diameter and thicker build should increase the mass of RX400h's rim.
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10-23-06, 11:49 AM
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Unless they changed the lug patern for the 400H I can't see why that would be a problem. Anyways lets see some pics when you are done!!! I was looking at the Special RX330 rims with the fake rivets to replace my 300's rims and would love to see what the RX400H rims look like on the 300.
10-23-06, 09:14 PM
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One important spec of any rim is the offset. It is as important as the lug pattern and the rim diameter. Also check the width of the rim, it will indicate the range of tire width one can safely mount on the rim.
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11-03-06, 11:10 PM
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It's late and I didnt feel like doing a complete to-scale photoshop, but here's the general idea...those would measure to be about 18/19"'s plus stock Lexus tires...so
11-04-06, 06:11 PM
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That photoshop looks high. I actually measured with stock rims/height with my current ones and they're the same height. I don't think the 400's will be that high...
Thanks for the torque specs... will keep you guys updated.
Thanks for the torque specs... will keep you guys updated.
11-29-06, 11:28 PM
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https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...t=daddy-o+rims
Daddy-O was my reason for doing what I did. Soon to be 400h's... if I could only get my lazy butt off the chair and do it...
Daddy-O was my reason for doing what I did. Soon to be 400h's... if I could only get my lazy butt off the chair and do it...
11-30-06, 06:23 AM
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[QUOTE=HarrierRX300;2190216]I just came back from the dealer and the service writer just gave me a shocker. I have RX330 rims on my RX300 and I have no problems with it. I recently acquired a set of RX400H rims and told the service writer that I'll be putting them on shortly. He said it's not possible because the Hybrids use lighter rims and it won't work with my car. QUOTE]
That is stupid respond from your service advisor. Car manufacturers are fighting to get rims/wheels lighter, as that reduces gas consumption (improves MPG). That is why we have aluminum rims vs. stamped steel rims, which are heavier. That is why modern tires become lighter. Keep in mind that when wheel spins, it accumulates significant dynamic energy. Heavy rim/wheel combination is more difficult to control and to keep in contact with the road and ultimately will require heavier suspension, shocks, etc.
Service advisor has no idea what he is talking about.
That is stupid respond from your service advisor. Car manufacturers are fighting to get rims/wheels lighter, as that reduces gas consumption (improves MPG). That is why we have aluminum rims vs. stamped steel rims, which are heavier. That is why modern tires become lighter. Keep in mind that when wheel spins, it accumulates significant dynamic energy. Heavy rim/wheel combination is more difficult to control and to keep in contact with the road and ultimately will require heavier suspension, shocks, etc.
Service advisor has no idea what he is talking about.