shaft

http://chicago.craigslist.org/nwc/pts/4050475506.html

I'm interested in getting new rims for my '99 LS400 -- see above ad.

My OEM rims right now have 45mm offset 7.5 wide and per online research the above wheels have 35mm offset and are 8 inch wide. The tires I'm using are 235/55/17, stock suspension.

Would these stick out too far out pass the fender because of the offset? I want them flush with the fender.

Any thoughts on the asking price? Looks like they are about $185 each online. Seller is at least an hour away so I need all the info before I commit.

PureDrifter

iTrader: (10)

you'd need to test fit to confirm brake clearance.

if you're stok height you should be fine. Otherwise fronts may need a roll.

shaft

Im already running 17 inch find right now so i just assume it will clear the brakes.

Is it the design of the wheel that might cause the brake issue ?

shaft

Per seller not a mark on these wheels. Texted me with some pic -- looks new.

His bottom price is $400. Is that fair?

RA40

iTrader: (6)

From his listing:

Should be ok but a test fit will verify brake clearance, 45mm is a conservative offset. The back will be sunk and a 20mm spacer will be a bit nicer. Front 5-10mm and as PD mentioned, depending on tire profile, you might need a bit of fender work but that is if the car is lowered.

PureDrifter

iTrader: (10)

that has nothing to do with brake clearance, the 95-00 calipers are huge and tend to hit the face of the wheel.

shaft

http://chicago.craigslist.org/sox/pts/4017217739.html

I decided that I want to go with bigger wheels and tires instead. Would these wheels fit my '99 (stock suspension) without any mods? What would be the right size tires to get for these wheels? Dont want to go with really low profile tires since I want to have a decent ride quality. Thanks for the help.

RA40

iTrader: (6)

Ask what the offset is. I wouldn't want 18 and 19's combined. Ride quality the 19 will be on a 30-35 aspect ratio tire. I would suggest some GS350 5 spoke 18's, like xtremex626's older wheels. 18x8 +45.



Can find some up for about 4 -6 bills depending on condition. These are what Ive been debating lately.

shaft

Would these fit without any rubbing issues on stock suspension? I dont want to do any mods.

Whats the offset that would work best?

MattLS400

I would also like to ask this question. My 96LS400 is original and has not been modified, actually it still has the stock alloys to which this vehicle was bought with in 2000. However, I was thinking its time to put a nice set of offset on her. But I would like the ride to remain the same--comfortable, as well as ensuring the Calipers have enough clearance..

I currently have on 225/55/16 alloys. I would like to switch to 18's. Should I go with 235/55/18

timmy0tool

iTrader: (7)

i like to use this link for all my tire sizing needs:
http://www.miata.net/garage/tirecalc.html

since you have 225/55/16, the site suggests 235/40/18 as the least amount of error (1.3%). it is good not to deviate too far (greater than 2%) from the original tire sizing so the speedometer stays accurate. play around with the numbers and see.

RA40

iTrader: (6)

On a stock suspension, the factory 18" wheels on the LS430 and the later '06+ GS's look nice. These bolt up with no fender mods or brake caliper clearance issues. The offset is conservative being factory wheels.

The stock tire on the 95+ LS's is a 225/60-16, if going to 18" wheels, 245/45-18 is the recommended. 245/40 and 255/40 are also acceptable and closely match the current diameter of 25.7" - 225/55-16's.

timmy0tool's link is for checking tire size differences.

shaft

Back to my previous question please regarding these wheels: http://chicago.craigslist.org/sox/pts/4017217739.html

Seller has tires for the rear 245/40/19, and the rims are 19x9.5 +40 offset.
The fronts are 18x8 +35 offset.
Will these fit without any fender mod or spacers?

Four wheels and 2 rear tires (per seller like new) , asking price is $250. Seller is 1hr and 15 mins away so I need the info before I commit.

PureDrifter

iTrader: (10)

unlikely to clear the brakes.

Unless you can call the manufacturer and confirm they'll clear BIG (thick) brakes, you're wasting your time and taking a big chance that you'll need at least 15mm spacers

shaft

http://chicago.craigslist.org/sox/pts/4017217739.html

Per seller these wheels will clear 14" Brembo big brake kit...