Lexus GS and 21" wheels ?
I like it, though i think the proportion ratio (Wheel size to Body size) is a bit too big. I think 20's is max for this Body shape and size. Its not ugly and is pretty stout looking but If it was me, the 21's is one size too big IMO.. Like someone else said, different stroke for different folks. Its not good or bad, its just is.. Though the look is "Trendy".. If it was my car I would go 20" maximum.. But Nice car and def nice wheels..
Edit: Maybe if the GS had a body kit, the 21's will look more proportional.. (my .02 cents)
Edit: Maybe if the GS had a body kit, the 21's will look more proportional.. (my .02 cents)
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I think it looks great. I have Work 20" Gnosis wheels and with the stepped lip. I almost think I should've gone with 21" instead because the stepped lip makes the wheel look smaller under body. Seeing yours with 21" makes me feel more comfortable with going to that size. Nice.
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I think it looks great. I have Work 20" Gnosis wheels and with the stepped lip. I almost think I should've gone with 21" instead because the stepped lip makes the wheel look smaller under body. Seeing yours with 21" makes me feel more comfortable with going to that size. Nice.
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Not yet, waiting for the springs but I've had stepped lip Works before on other cars (I'm a creature of habit) and they always make the wheel look a bit smaller but I prefer the stepped lip over the full reverse.
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I NEVER said there's no difference in sidewall. That's ridiculous. To answer your first question, the reason we all go to larger wheels is to maximize the performance of the vehicles handling by lowering the side-roll of the tire. That only being achieved by using a larger diameter wheel, and a lower profile tire. Now let's address the difference between 20" and 21" on this (or MY) 4th gen GS350. My suggestion first of all on MOST going with 20" vs. let's say a 21" is like I said before, more options in 20", and less out of pocket expense. This exclude anyone willing to special order multi-piece offerings. Now addressing your other statement. You're correct in that sidewall does translate into more driving comfort. If you CAREFULLY read my post it'll explain in detail that I chose to go with 35 series fronts, and 30 series rears. I too feel like you do regarding comfort. I could have basically achieved the same overall diameter of a 20" wheel by using 30 series fronts, and 25 series rears. But I chose to sacrifice some handling performance for comfort and less possible damage to the wheels from bad roads and debris. I've been in the motoring field for 20+ years. From a tire tech to management to even ownership. There's not to much I don't know about this subject. Currently I can be reached at Butler Tire Co. (Austell GA.) most days if you'd like to further this conversation. I handle projects such as this most everyday that extend up to the some of the most luxurious or performance type vehicles that on the road today. Ones that can not tolerate any type of mistake. Visit the gallery if you will at butlertire.com to get an idea. Some wild and some mild, but all done professionally. Thanks
but we all lose HP with larger heavier wheels . More grip in the corners and better looks is traded for a little HP. I think its splitting hairs to say a 21" will feel worse than a 20" wheel. I am on a 295/25/22 on my LS460 and it rides like my GS350 with the 20s did before I dropped in Tein Coil overs.
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I had no idea that TSW makes a 21". I love TSW wheels. TSW has the largest range of custom staggered one piece alloy wheels in the world. People who think TSW is a low end brand dont know the wheel business. They are huge and have seperate brands and lines that are brand specific. Nobody does that...
