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Joined: Nov 2011
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From: germany
do you think linea corse are no authentic wheels?
if they will be available on the german market, they will have the needed standards. it does't mater if the rim is $50 oder $1000, they have to run all the same tests, on the specific car they are sold for.
I would buy bbs rims (german quality lol!) but 5000€ for wheels and tires is just too much, I am not willing to spend such an amount just for better looks..
if they will be available on the german market, they will have the needed standards. it does't mater if the rim is $50 oder $1000, they have to run all the same tests, on the specific car they are sold for.
I would buy bbs rims (german quality lol!) but 5000€ for wheels and tires is just too much, I am not willing to spend such an amount just for better looks..
do you think linea corse are no authentic wheels?
if they will be available on the german market, they will have the needed standards. it does't mater if the rim is $50 oder $1000, they have to run all the same tests, on the specific car they are sold for.
I would buy bbs rims (german quality lol!) but 5000€ for wheels and tires is just too much, I am not willing to spend such an amount just for better looks..
if they will be available on the german market, they will have the needed standards. it does't mater if the rim is $50 oder $1000, they have to run all the same tests, on the specific car they are sold for.
I would buy bbs rims (german quality lol!) but 5000€ for wheels and tires is just too much, I am not willing to spend such an amount just for better looks..
understandably, quailty comes at a high price, but peace of mind is almost priceless.
anyways, before this discussion gets too far off-topic, best of luck with your search for wheels that'll give you the stance you're looking for.
Hmm.. Then what would you suggest I do? I got a really good deal on works and already put a down payment on them. Will I just have to sacrifice my monthly canyon runs? If what you said about the rear not having much traction is correct, I won't enjoy my ride, especially because I hit corners pretty hard. Also, will shaving my fenders be adequate? A few people here have said that shaving will provide more clearance than rolling...
Hmm.. Then what would you suggest I do? I got a really good deal on works and already put a down payment on them. Will I just have to sacrifice my monthly canyon runs? If what you said about the rear not having much traction is correct, I won't enjoy my ride, especially because I hit corners pretty hard. Also, will shaving my fenders be adequate? A few people here have said that shaving will provide more clearance than rolling...
if you drive aggressively, 215's in the front are manageable, but 215's in the rear will really suck in terms of traction.
think of it this way... oem 18's run 255's in the rear. if you can break traction on them with yoru IS350 easily, imagine how much more easy it is with a tire with a contact patch that's 40mm narrower. so not only will you have to sacrifice your monthly canyon runs, you'll also have to sacrifice your overall driveability of your IS350 - especially so if you're an aggressive driver.
on a related note, i wouldn't shave fenders. by shaving fenders, they lose their structural rigidity from the loss of material, and if not done correctly you'll end up with exposed metal on the edge of the fender lip that will shred the tire sidewalls. that, and once you shave your fenders, you can't modify them any more without compromising structural rigidity (ever seen taco'd fenders?). at least with fender rolling you can still opt to shave your fenders afterwards.
just remember that fender modifications - roll, pull, shave, etc. - are pretty much permanent and irreversible (short of brand new fenders). unless you are 100% sure of what you'll be getting into, don't go down this road. otherwise, you'll just hate yourself for throwing money at all that fender work, wheels, and tires that you can't enjoy driving on.
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Joined: Nov 2011
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From: NY
I have a set of winter tires and wheels that I'm trying to make fit on my is350. They do not clear the caliper in the front. They are 17x7.5 +50 on 235/50/17.... I need to know what size spacers to get to make this fit. Any help is appreciated.
get your money back and keep looking.
if you drive aggressively, 215's in the front are manageable, but 215's in the rear will really suck in terms of traction.
think of it this way... oem 18's run 255's in the rear. if you can break traction on them with yoru IS350 easily, imagine how much more easy it is with a tire with a contact patch that's 40mm narrower. so not only will you have to sacrifice your monthly canyon runs, you'll also have to sacrifice your overall driveability of your IS350 - especially so if you're an aggressive driver.
on a related note, i wouldn't shave fenders. by shaving fenders, they lose their structural rigidity from the loss of material, and if not done correctly you'll end up with exposed metal on the edge of the fender lip that will shred the tire sidewalls. that, and once you shave your fenders, you can't modify them any more without compromising structural rigidity (ever seen taco'd fenders?). at least with fender rolling you can still opt to shave your fenders afterwards.
just remember that fender modifications - roll, pull, shave, etc. - are pretty much permanent and irreversible (short of brand new fenders). unless you are 100% sure of what you'll be getting into, don't go down this road. otherwise, you'll just hate yourself for throwing money at all that fender work, wheels, and tires that you can't enjoy driving on.
if you drive aggressively, 215's in the front are manageable, but 215's in the rear will really suck in terms of traction.
think of it this way... oem 18's run 255's in the rear. if you can break traction on them with yoru IS350 easily, imagine how much more easy it is with a tire with a contact patch that's 40mm narrower. so not only will you have to sacrifice your monthly canyon runs, you'll also have to sacrifice your overall driveability of your IS350 - especially so if you're an aggressive driver.
on a related note, i wouldn't shave fenders. by shaving fenders, they lose their structural rigidity from the loss of material, and if not done correctly you'll end up with exposed metal on the edge of the fender lip that will shred the tire sidewalls. that, and once you shave your fenders, you can't modify them any more without compromising structural rigidity (ever seen taco'd fenders?). at least with fender rolling you can still opt to shave your fenders afterwards.
just remember that fender modifications - roll, pull, shave, etc. - are pretty much permanent and irreversible (short of brand new fenders). unless you are 100% sure of what you'll be getting into, don't go down this road. otherwise, you'll just hate yourself for throwing money at all that fender work, wheels, and tires that you can't enjoy driving on.
i shaved mine...only because i did not wanna pull ever on those fenders. shaving them gave me a ton of clearance compared to rolling, but again i did not EVER want to pull my 2is fenders.
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Joined: Nov 2009
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From: Fl
19X9.5 +12. What size tire is needed to run those in the front? I know I will need to do some work to get them to fit just seeing how bad it will be.
The rear is 10.5 +22 which seems easier to fit
The rear is 10.5 +22 which seems easier to fit
thats pretty aggressive! I have 20x8.5 +20 running 225/35 rub alittle, and 20x10+20 running 245/35.. sticking out 1/2" you might need to run 235/30 or 245/30 + fender mods
Lexus Test Driver
Joined: Feb 2009
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From: Ewa Beach, Hawaii
I run 9.5 +10 in the front and my fenders are pulled. I suggest 225/35 front and 245/35 rear. The rear just needs a good roll.
you could but because of the difference between brands and sizes i would just run a 245/35 its not that bad of a stretch at all.
this is 19x10.5+22 245/35 tucking about half the tire.
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this is a great view of 19x10.5+22 and why everyone wanting aggressive in a known offset... here you go
this is 19x10.5+22 245/35 tucking about half the tire.
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this is a great view of 19x10.5+22 and why everyone wanting aggressive in a known offset... here you go