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Old Feb 11, 2026 | 12:53 PM
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Recently got a 2014 rx350. My wheels are the standard 5 spoke but each spoke has 3 mini spokes??? I prefer the solid 5 spoke, mag wheel, look. What's the best way to get a swap? Anything online, or what method could I try. Certainly not a big deal, just too much leisure time. Thx

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Old Feb 11, 2026 | 01:24 PM
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The wheels of the same diameter from the following Toyota and Lexus models are an exact fit as they all are based on the same platform: You can find them used on eBay, Marketplace, Craigslist etc
Lexus RX350, Lexus ES350,
Toyota Highlander, Toyota Sienna, Toyota Avalon, Toyota Camry

Wheel Collision will take your old wheels in trade when buying new or refurbished wheels from them. I have used them a few times to replace damaged wheels. They have photos of all the wheels.
​​​​​​https://www.wheelcollision.com/
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Old Feb 11, 2026 | 03:50 PM
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The wheels of the same diameter from the following Toyota and Lexus models are an exact fit as they all are based on the same platform: You can find them used on eBay, Marketplace, Craigslist etc
Lexus RX350, Lexus ES350,
Toyota Highlander, Toyota Sienna, Toyota Avalon, Toyota Camry

Wheel Collision will take your old wheels in trade when buying new or refurbished wheels from them. I have used them a few times to replace damaged wheels. They have photos of all the wheels.
​​​​​​https://www.wheelcollision.com/
Thx for the tip. My wheels are 19" so I may have to do the whole tire thing if I swapped. Maybe when my tires are about to bite the dust the time might be right. Good to know about that place you linked.
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Old Feb 11, 2026 | 04:07 PM
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I've got the solid 5 spoke wheels on my RX which remind me of wheels on a Volvo 240 Turbo that I had in 1982. I see the RX 5 spoke wheels for sale on FB marketplace fairly often and they are 18" compared to the 19" wheels you have on the car now so you'll need a set of tires and may want to match up a full size spare rim and tire set also. The 18's also give a less harsh ride compared to 19's and are a classic look on the RX.

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Old Feb 15, 2026 | 08:08 AM
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Ran across 2 options on FB Marketplace....I currently have 19" wheels and saw these 7 spoke 19" 2012 rx350 wheelsI could meet and purchase at tire store, have them put onto my Michelins and car. I'd still have my old wheels to do something with. The other choice is a set of 5 spokes, 18". I'd have to buy new tires. I'm thinking the ride difference between 18" and 19" isn't worth it since I don't drive many miles anymore. Got a quote of $140 to put my tires on used wheels, mount and balance...all four. Any reason this won't work. Thoughts?


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Old Feb 15, 2026 | 09:12 AM
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I would keep the original wheels and save the money for ongoing maintenance or future tire replacement.
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Old Feb 15, 2026 | 11:15 AM
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Get the 7 spoke wheels. That is a good deal. Save your old wheels.
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Old Feb 15, 2026 | 12:16 PM
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thx all.
Now to address B1479! Gonna get freon checked. Hoping it's low. If not I'll have Dorman flow sensor done

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Old Feb 15, 2026 | 12:17 PM
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thx for the advice. The deed was done yesterday. Got wheels on FB marketplace and had them swapped with my michelins. TPMS is cool so far. It's all subjective, but I just prefer the mag look to the 5x3 spoke look. Here is before and after. (sorry, date out of order. This is 2-19-26)




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Old Feb 16, 2026 | 06:11 AM
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Originally Posted by jazzgitah
thx all, seems I can make the swap for no outlay since my old wheels should bring 350 -400....we'll see.
If doing the wheel swap the tpms sensors are likely original and any could fail, tire shop here installs Schrader sensors which work well and less expensive than oem, still an extra cost though.
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Old Feb 16, 2026 | 07:11 AM
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Great point. TPMS sensors last 8 - 12 years depending.
You should replace the TPMS sensors on the wheels you purchase and the shop needs to pair them with your vehicle.
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Old Feb 17, 2026 | 01:09 AM
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This is really one feature not worth fixing. it's like $300 to do the whole set. Just drive it and pump air when it looks low.
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thx for wheel swap advice. Posted pics above....
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Old Feb 19, 2026 | 10:10 AM
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Originally Posted by jazzgitah
thx for the advice. The deed was done yesterday. Got wheels on FB marketplace and had them swapped with my michelins. TPMS is cool so far. It's all subjective, but I just prefer the mag look to the 5x3 spoke look. Here is before and after. (sorry, date out of order. This is 2-19-26)
You're right about the subjective part. I specifically looked for a car with 19-inch wheels at auction.
In my opinion, 18-inch wheels look too small on this generation. Also, all my second-generation RXs had 18-inch wheels (the maximum factory size).

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