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****Official Wheel & Tire Fitment Guide for SC300/SC400****
04-11-14, 09:39 AM
#5207
04-11-14, 09:15 PM
#5208
Pulled the trigger. XXR 521 18X8.5 and 18x10. I so wanted the wide in the rear look. I had not planned to roll the rears but some see how I can get around it. Looking at 245-40-18 in front and 265-35-18 in rear. I had a modder mechanic tell me he wouldn't go below a 285 on the 10" and would prob go into the 300s. I guess I just can't visualize anything that big even beginning to fit without cutting metal.
Really leaning on you guys here.
OEM ride height but will drop a bit to get spacing right and tighten the handling a bit...nothing too aggressive.
As for tire specs...any advice will be helpful. All season. Brands I know gets really subjective so not so concerne.d unless it's a "stay away from this brand."
Thanks in advance
Really leaning on you guys here.
OEM ride height but will drop a bit to get spacing right and tighten the handling a bit...nothing too aggressive.
As for tire specs...any advice will be helpful. All season. Brands I know gets really subjective so not so concerne.d unless it's a "stay away from this brand."
Thanks in advance
04-14-14, 03:09 PM
#5209
Driver School Candidate
I have these same wheels. my tire setup is 225\40 front and 255\35 rear. there is a slight stretch with the 255 but its nothin crazy. I can post a photo if u want. i would not put a 285 tire on this car unless u have big HP numbers.other than that a 255 or 265 is totally fine
I got my wheels in and the installation kit so about to start searching tire deals so the advice against the 285 hit home. I have absolutely no need for the additional meat other than look and I figure it will only result in more work to make them fit without rub.
Right now, due to money, I just want to enjoy the ride. My next move is an X exhaust with some flowmasters a friend gave up after a week because he said they were too loud for him on his audi. Laying out and ordering tubing/metal in the next few weeks.
With the budget...baby steps.
Thanks again and yeah I would love to see your ride!!!
04-15-14, 07:16 AM
#5210
BigWes...you are one great one with your reply. I really appreciate the reach back. Big hp...none of that over here. As bone stock as they come in a 95. I'm just getting started.
I got my wheels in and the installation kit so about to start searching tire deals so the advice against the 285 hit home. I have absolutely no need for the additional meat other than look and I figure it will only result in more work to make them fit without rub.
Right now, due to money, I just want to enjoy the ride. My next move is an X exhaust with some flowmasters a friend gave up after a week because he said they were too loud for him on his audi. Laying out and ordering tubing/metal in the next few weeks.
With the budget...baby steps.
Thanks again and yeah I would love to see your ride!!!
I got my wheels in and the installation kit so about to start searching tire deals so the advice against the 285 hit home. I have absolutely no need for the additional meat other than look and I figure it will only result in more work to make them fit without rub.
Right now, due to money, I just want to enjoy the ride. My next move is an X exhaust with some flowmasters a friend gave up after a week because he said they were too loud for him on his audi. Laying out and ordering tubing/metal in the next few weeks.
With the budget...baby steps.
Thanks again and yeah I would love to see your ride!!!
04-15-14, 09:19 AM
#5212
Lexus Test Driver
BigWes, your car looks awesome. I have the same wheels on my car, same specs. However, I am Running 235/40 in front and 255/40 in rear. It is a slight stretch, but looks perfect IMO. I definitely had to roll my fenders, and I'm dropped on TT struts and Tein springs. With these wheels, it just won't look right at stock ride height. Natural camber from lowering works.
Not the best pic but it should give your some reference
Not the best pic but it should give your some reference
04-15-14, 12:43 PM
#5213
BigWes, your car looks awesome. I have the same wheels on my car, same specs. However, I am Running 235/40 in front and 255/40 in rear. It is a slight stretch, but looks perfect IMO. I definitely had to roll my fenders, and I'm dropped on TT struts and Tein springs. With these wheels, it just won't look right at stock ride height. Natural camber from lowering works.
Not the best pic but it should give your some reference Attachment 324264
Not the best pic but it should give your some reference Attachment 324264
04-15-14, 02:04 PM
#5214
Driver School Candidate
BigWes, your car looks awesome. I have the same wheels on my car, same specs. However, I am Running 235/40 in front and 255/40 in rear. It is a slight stretch, but looks perfect IMO. I definitely had to roll my fenders, and I'm dropped on TT struts and Tein springs. With these wheels, it just won't look right at stock ride height. Natural camber from lowering works.
Not the best pic but it should give your some reference Attachment 324264
Not the best pic but it should give your some reference Attachment 324264
Thanks for your support and sharing here.
04-15-14, 02:12 PM
#5215
Driver School Candidate
BigWes, your car looks awesome. I have the same wheels on my car, same specs. However, I am Running 235/40 in front and 255/40 in rear. It is a slight stretch, but looks perfect IMO. I definitely had to roll my fenders, and I'm dropped on TT struts and Tein springs. With these wheels, it just won't look right at stock ride height. Natural camber from lowering works.
Not the best pic but it should give your some reference Attachment 324264
Not the best pic but it should give your some reference Attachment 324264
myLEXsc400, Thank you as well. In that Bluish Silver Metallic we're gonna be twins. I can dig it!
Thanks for the contrib and might I add...Great lookin Ride!!!!
04-15-14, 08:17 PM
#5217
Driver School Candidate
Not lowered at all but from you and FSU I might have to squeeze some dimes and nickels to do that sooner than I had planned.
Both of you have done some great work and have maintained the integrity of the car...much respect.
Both of you have done some great work and have maintained the integrity of the car...much respect.
04-15-14, 10:11 PM
#5220
Lexus Test Driver
Thank You as well. Can't wait to see your car once you put the wheels on. Post some pics.
