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Old Jan 25, 2012 | 11:58 AM
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http://is.sewellparts.com/accessorie...2006/4601.html

I'm just wondering-it seems to infer that these are only for the RWD Lexus.
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They will "fit" but they're staggered. You can still put staggered wheels on an AWD car.
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225 40 18 front and 255 40 18 rears
Is that a proper setup for an AWD car or would they need new tires?
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Old Jan 25, 2012 | 12:23 PM
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I suggest 225/40 18 front and 255/35 18 rear if you really want staggered

My previous AWD Mercedes had those specs stock
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I'm possibly buying some with the tires already on-the setup that I posted is what's currently on the wheels. Will that be ok on an AWD?
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Originally Posted by jmsharp02
I'm possibly buying some with the tires already on-the setup that I posted is what's currently on the wheels. Will that be ok on an AWD?
No it won't.

That's why those wheels and tires come stock on RWD cars with 18s but not AWD ones.

They will physically fit but you'll be repairing your AWD system before too long.

If you wanted X package wheels on an AWD you'd be better off with 4 fronts all running the 225/40-18
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Thank you for the answer Kurtz, really appreciate it.
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There are those threads about running staggered on AWD, but that's at your own risk.

Yep, pretty much what Kurtz said, he got it before before I said something. If you really want staggered, might as well get a RWD car.
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Kurtz is right. Before I bought the F-Sport AWD Wheels, I researched and researched.... This site was very helpful.
4 fronts or buy something for the AWD. Good luck
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I think I've found the AWD wheels I want, thanks for the info Pretty excited to get them too :P
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