SC430 - 2nd Gen (2001-2010)

*SIGH* Stuck on what tires size to buy for my wheels

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Old 10-05-13, 01:55 PM
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Default *SIGH* Stuck on what tires size to buy for my wheels

Specs on my Wheels are

20x9.5 +0 F

20x10.5 +0 R

Im planning on getting 235/35/20 for my front...im aiming for a mild stretch...nothing crazy but at the same time i need a bit of meat on my side wall to protect the car from potholes etc...

but im having trouble on purchasing tires for my 10.5....i have never purchase any tires for this width size before can anyone help me?..


or any pictures of 255/35/20 on a 20x10.5 ?...any info can be helpful..please...

here are pictures i kinda test fitted them ...im planning on getting air suspension for my sc soon





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If you want my opinion, those will make your car look like one of those low rider Civics running around.
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gonna look like that with a bit more aggressive fitment...and more body work... +im getting my whole car repainted also...to the factory oem red the sc430 comes in...

to be honest i dont think ill make my car will look like some civic...im going for the vip look....

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Old 10-05-13, 09:26 PM
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That's gonna need some definite fender work & camber. 255/35/20 should be fine on the rears but like I said, you're gonna need some fender work, shave, pull. etc.

Those are some sick *** wheels btw.
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It's gonna look like a civic with too much negative camber, but with the right specs, I think it'll look good.

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Originally Posted by jzwu
If you want my opinion, those will make your car look like one of those low rider Civics running around.
With all due respect, I don't believe he was asking for opinions on his wheel choice.

I know your wanting to run a mild stretch but considering your planning on running air with those offsets, you may need more clearance. If your wanting to run a 35 series tire in the rear, I suggest you consider 245/35 instead. 255/30 is an option as well and will bring you closer to factory specs. 225/35 up front as well Imho. If you plan on having major bodywork done then disregard.

Here's a 255/35/20 on a 10.5


235/35 on a 9.5


For what its worth.. I'm running 235/35 on 19x10 0 and 265/30 on 19x11.5 +5

This should help you out with the math..
http://www.willtheyfit.com/index.php...&Submit=Submit

Wheels look great.. GL

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i feel a lot safer with 255/35/20...mild stretch but not too much meat on the sidewall... since im planning on Air Suspension and body work i think clearance shouldnt be a problem...

i just had trouble choosing tire size...i didnt want it too thin on the sidewalls for safety purpose....since im on air its easy to daily...

but those pictures you posted were great!! i have a good idea of how much stretch it has on 255/35/20....i searched on tyrestretch and couldnt find any :[

as for the negative comment .. maybe my set of wheels are not fitted for everyone's taste im sorry...

as for the positive comment thanks guys!! i bought these wheels i believe in the last few sets they made in japan....it was limited on offset and size...i had two choices what i have now..or 19x10 front and 19x11.5 rear +5 offset both...that was just too aggresive for the sc...
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so my wheels are

Front: 20 x 8.5" with 225/35/20

Rear: 20x10" with 255/35/20

its a perfect fit with a very slight stretch.. so yours are 1 inch bigger in front so 235's will be perfect (slight stretch) as well as rears which are 0.5 inch bigger then mine. 255 will be perfect!

here are some pics to give you an idea

*SIGH* Stuck on what tires size to buy for my wheels-imag0267.jpg

*SIGH* Stuck on what tires size to buy for my wheels-imag0270.jpg

your wheels stick out quite a bit but with stock height you wont have to shave or role fenders.. but if your lowering then you might need to. here check my post on this thread
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sc-...-on-sc430.html

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Omg... Thanks guys... So much great info and help in this forum... I feel more confident on what tire size to purchase now !...

Clearance shouldn't be an issue I'm on stock height until my air suspension comes in so yea.. The main concern is to make the wheels tuck and fit... I'll have my body work guy do that for me before I repaint my sc
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I also found this on our beloved forum... https://www.clublexus.com/forums/tir...calculator.php. Kinda fun to play with. Hope it helps in some aspect.
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That calculator is pretty awesome...basically helps me of how much clearence i have inner and outer barrel...really useful...

ahah thankx guys for all the help....
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