2016 GX Premium build
#17
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Choosing wheels was a battle for me. Happy with what I ended up with. I Googled lots of options, as I knew I didn't want to go the SCS, Method, FN route, so my search was a bit difficult as I wanted to be different and I think I accomplished that.
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Well, to further confuse the masses, I've ordered some simple custom made Lexus center cap emblems in what I hope to be the exact size. RRW sent me the specs, and my order is somewhere on the Atlantic right now. Black gloss dome with silver L logos.
#20
Lift looks great. You and few others are showing the rest of us a good lift option that keeps factory like ride.
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Negative. It's a 4.4% increase in size. I've tested the speedometer against two GPS and at 70 on the speedometer actual speed fluctuates 71/72. At 80 on the truck it's more like 83/84. I don't travel at 80 much, so it's not a huge concern. The truck feels just as responsive now as it did on stock wheels and tires and I added about 20lbs per corner.
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Nice didn’t realize it was that little % increase ! Also I imagined it would be hardly noticeable on the torquey v8. Glad to hear everything is peachy with your setup, thanks again for sharing!
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That's exactly why I didn't go with the 275/60/20 as I had originally planned. That tire is a a full inch larger than the 275/55/20, and is a 7.5% increase over stock. Since we cannot easily correct our speedometer, I didn't feel it was needed to go that large for what I'm using the rig for. And yes, the extra torque of the V8 more than compensates for the small increase in tire size, and weight. It'd probably be more noticeable on the T4R.
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I understand how to apply backspacing to the UCA's and suspension components when increasing tire size, but am hoping someone with experience with the GX can say where the fitment limitations are with the fenders.
Also are CV angles concerning with a 3/2 lift like you have?
Did you order from Dobinson direct?
One more question OP... are the parking sensors and rear crossing alert still working normally with the lift?
Thanks in advance!
Last edited by Beachy; 03-09-19 at 07:40 AM.
#27
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I'm loving the ride. It's nice having an option that retains a stock like comfort level with a bit of refinement.
Negative. It's a 4.4% increase in size. I've tested the speedometer against two GPS and at 70 on the speedometer actual speed fluctuates 71/72. At 80 on the truck it's more like 83/84. I don't travel at 80 much, so it's not a huge concern. The truck feels just as responsive now as it did on stock wheels and tires and I added about 20lbs per corner.
Negative. It's a 4.4% increase in size. I've tested the speedometer against two GPS and at 70 on the speedometer actual speed fluctuates 71/72. At 80 on the truck it's more like 83/84. I don't travel at 80 much, so it's not a huge concern. The truck feels just as responsive now as it did on stock wheels and tires and I added about 20lbs per corner.
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I'm in the process of feeling out the GX platform in regard to wheel fitment. Does more offset (negative ie -18 or 0 compared to stock +25mm) increase your likelihood of hitting the body mounts or cab mounts. I have used wheel offset comparison tools in the past but mainly on my Jeep which you can avoid hitting anything by pushing the wheels out further due to their open fenders.
I understand how to apply backspacing to the UCA's and suspension components when increasing tire size, but am hoping someone with experience with the GX can say where the fitment limitations are with the fenders.
Also are CV angles concerning with a 3/2 lift like you have?
Did you order from Dobinson direct?
One more question OP... are the parking sensors and rear crossing alert still working normally with the lift?
Thanks in advance!
I understand how to apply backspacing to the UCA's and suspension components when increasing tire size, but am hoping someone with experience with the GX can say where the fitment limitations are with the fenders.
Also are CV angles concerning with a 3/2 lift like you have?
Did you order from Dobinson direct?
One more question OP... are the parking sensors and rear crossing alert still working normally with the lift?
Thanks in advance!
I used this calculator to help me understand the affect:
https://www.willtheyfit.com/index.ph...th=9&offset2=0
The nice thing about this calculator is the wheel and tire visualization tool.
I replied to your PM about the lift.
I'm down 1-1.5 mpg once I correct the 4.4% difference by hand. I didn't buy it for mileage, and it's getting similar mileage to my previous vehicle...yet is more comfortable all the way around.
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Was finally able to give the GX some good trail duty this weekend. She performed flawlessly. I'm still amazed at how much torque this engine delivers in 4L. She climbs like a goat.
Some basic pics:
Some basic pics: