aznxteddy

i have a 97 ES300, im getting 18x8 wheels, w/ +45mm offset, i know the 225/40/18 fit all around, and i just need 5mm spacers for the rear, but i was wondering if i can use 235/40/18 tires all around? will that make a big difference? Are they too wide? will there be rubbing issues?

thanks!!

Lexusfreak

I'd stick with the 225 40 18's personally.

Brandon@TR

235 is pretty wide, I would stay with 225.

lexusk8

A 235/40/18 tire would work on an '02 and up ES. steviej has them in his '02

silversprucesc3

Guys ....just checking ..... won't a 5mm spacer bring his rim out < towards the fender??
I thought the standard offset was 50mm on the ES so wouldn't he be better off without the 5mm spacer?

metfan53

need new tires...was told the bridgestone turanza LS-H 215/60 R/16 would be better then the v rated i have now, i am in south florida, so i want the smoothest ride possible ..Please advise!

lexusk8

I'm not sure of the factory tire specs for your '03 ES, but I know mine for my '01 ES calls for V-rated tires (max speed 149mph). I'm guessing it's probably the same for your '03, so I would keep your V-rated tires, and maybe shop for different tire brands.

I've heard conflicting testimonials for the Bridgestone Turanza, some are good, some are not so good. I don't have any experience with Bridgestone tires, but all I can tell you that the Toyo Proxes TPT tires I'm riding now are the best tires money can buy. Great for all weather conditions, quiet tire w/ minimal road noise, and excellent tire tread pattern

lexite

I can confirm that 235/45/17 do NOT fit my 98'ES300 with these wheels that are 17"x7.5" with +45mm offset. They are too wide. I went to CustomAlignment for install, who are pretty reputed in the area. After test fitment they confirmed that without heavy mod such as thick spacers, rolling/shaving fenders, etc this size would not fit. I learnt the hard way (cost ~$100) already.

Lexusfreak

Lexusk8 & I both have the Toyo TPT......& we both concur they have provided us with excellent performance & long tread wear life. As of today, there are better choices out there:

- Falken Ziex ZE-512 offer excellent value, a 60,000 mile tread life & are fantastic in heavy rain, snow & icy conditions.

- Yokohama H4S.

- Goodyear Triple Treads, although it's too bad that they are not offered in an H speed rating for your car.....they offer an 80,000 mile treadlife rating & are just awesome in ALL weather conditions.

http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires....omCompare1=yes

The Toyo Proxes TPT should also be considered but deos not offer as good winter traction as the others, but fantastic wet & heavy rain performance with a 60,000 tread life. Good luck!