Hey guys, I have stock aIr suspension in my 96 LS400.

I like the staggered look on these cars, but at the same time I dont want to compromise the mechanicals of my suspension neither the comfortable ride that my stock 225/55/16 gives me.


I was thinking to go with the 19'' VOSSEN 19X9.5 ALL ROUND..

Im therefore wondering if i can use 245 / 45 / 19 comfortably (i.e no fender rubbing or touching issues ) or would the 45 series be too high

 

The tire diameter increases by over 1". As far as usual low profile looks, it isn't a size I would choose to run.

 

Was not even looking to change wheels but scored these from CL member here for $200 w/o tires.

 

that tire size is too big for the car. running 19s, you will have to compromise comfort but i found that running low profile tires isn't that bad. i suggest running 245/35 or 245/30 depending on how low you plan on going (hoping you are lowering).

 

thanks guys...

I never considered lowering ..But if its economical i will..
What do I have to do ?
Would it mean that I would have to remove my air suspension in its entirety?

 

unfortunately your air suspension is on borrowed time, it will eventually fail. this is very common as components will start to leak and replacements are not economical (ie $1000 for just one strut bag). most folks convert to conventional strut/spring, so when doing so it makes most sense to install lowering springs (or full coilovers) at that time. it's really up to you and your budget.

 

Stock wheels from my Supra.

 

Most recent wheel setup:

front: 18 x 8 TSW Silverstones
rear: 18 x 9.5 TSW Snettertons

tires: Lexani LX 225/40's all round

 

Here is my 1998 LS400. It has 128,000 on it.

The wheels are XXR 962.
Fronts 18x8.5 with 245/45/18
Rears 18x9.5 with 275/40/18

I got the rims new for $421 and the tires were $400

The car is lowered on H&R springs with KYB struts. I cut the rear coils a little bit to give it the stance I wanted.
I have been cutting coil springs for 20 years on my Chevelles and other cars. No problems ever.

 

^^Looks good both ways, but i really like that simple stock look! I have decided to go with springs as well.

 

Looks good. What tires are you using.

 

In the pic I spotted the Achilles brand.

 

Thas is correct.

They are Achilles ATR Sport 2 tires. I got the fronts for $98 each and the rears for $108 each new off Ebay. No tax and free shipping. So far I really like them.

 

Work SC1 20x10.5+25 with 12mm spacer to clear caliper Front
Work SC1 20x11.5+25 Rear

Tires front 225x35x20
Tires rear 245x35x20

fenders are cut,rolled and pulled
quarters are pulled and rolled
Drop on suspension- Accuair E-level bag setup

 

20x8.5 f and 20x10 r Static on HSD coilovers