I can't find the proper forum to ask this, but I'm looking for a set of Lexus 18"x8 wheels with low offset.

Generally, Toyota and Lexus wheels have a very weak offset, but I don't feel like using spacers and I want to stay OEM (and not use hubcentric rings) (but may not be able to).

In any case, is the F-Sport 18" the best Lexus gets (+40mm)?

 

Any thoughts? Should I just get the F-Sports that are on sale now?

 

Lexus doesn't make low offset wheels. I have a set of 2010 is350 convertible wheels for sale but they are 45mm and 50mm.

I don't understand why your opposed to using spacers on OEM wheels or using hubcentric rings with aftermarket wheels? It's not a big deal at all. If you get spacers, get the project Kics that have the studs built in

 

All OEM Lexus wheels will be high offset. Even their coupes likes the SC430 use really conservative offsets.

 

I just hear horror stories on spacers and safety issues.

 

Yeah that's why I'm not running spacers. I don't want to risk it.

 

Bah, thats because people dont do things right. If you run a hubcentric spacer with countersunk lug nuts and replacement studs, then you'll be fine.

People use like, 10mm spacers and then retain the stock studs. Then when they put they're wheels on, they barely have any threads, stripping the stud and/or lug, giving it a week connection. Then they lose 2 wheels on the hwy and blame the spacer. Or they don't have the spacer bolted flush. Or the wheel isn't flush. Or they don't use a hubcentric ring to center the wheel on the spacer (if required). These are all the things people don't do and they have problems and then post horror stories.



If you get a solid spacer around 20mm-25mm with countersunk nuts and put them on properly (I'd use AT LEAST a mild loctite) then you'll be fine. OR, buy aftermarket wheels like millions of other people do and use hubcentric rings (which only center the wheel on the hub and do not bear any weight or real stress).