ClubLexus - Lexus Forum Discussion

Notices
SC430 - 2nd Gen (2001-2010)

low enough?

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old May 26, 2011 | 03:16 PM
Share
  #1  
jkt's Avatar
jkt
Thread Starter
Driver School Candidate
 
Joined: Jan 2009
Posts: 46
Likes: 0
From: fl
Default low enough?
Just got my car back with new wheels and tein coilovers installed...I asked for 1/2 in space but was told that would rub? does this look low enough? Also feeling every crack in the road, can the teins be adjusted to a softer setting?
Attached Thumbnails low enough?-sc430-new-wheels.jpg  
Reply
0
Old May 26, 2011 | 03:22 PM
Share
  #2  
jkt's Avatar
jkt
Thread Starter
Driver School Candidate
 
Joined: Jan 2009
Posts: 46
Likes: 0
From: fl
Default
another view
Attached Thumbnails low enough?-wheels-sc-430-new-teins.jpg  
Reply
0
Old May 26, 2011 | 04:42 PM
Share
  #3  
robertrios's Avatar
robertrios
Pole Position
15 Year Member
Photogenic
Photoriffic
Shutterbug
iTrader: (11)
 
Joined: Mar 2009
Posts: 2,241
Likes: 5
From: Tampa, FL
Default
i like the back but something looks wrong on the front it dosent look low enough.
Reply
0
Old May 26, 2011 | 04:59 PM
Share
  #4  
Pnuge88's Avatar
Pnuge88
Lexus Champion
iTrader: (1)
 
Joined: Jan 2007
Posts: 3,348
Likes: 19
From: TX
Default
yeah you should definitely be able to go lower. what are your wheel and tire specs?
Reply
0
Old May 26, 2011 | 07:26 PM
Share
  #5  
scdroptop's Avatar
scdroptop
Moderator
15 Year Member
Photogenic
Photoriffic
Top Answer: 1
iTrader: (1)
 
Joined: Jul 2006
Posts: 2,710
Likes: 59
From: Tx
Default
You can go lower, but I bet you will rub. Listen to the experts if they have done this many times and are a good shop. If you don't care if you rub a little, the rubbing will eventually wear down the inside of the wheel well and it may subside. If it drives you nuts like it did me, then you should listen to them.

IMO it looks great! Leave it alone.
Reply
0
Old May 26, 2011 | 08:46 PM
Share
  #6  
Z3NK1's Avatar
Z3NK1
Lead Lap
iTrader: (2)
 
Joined: Sep 2006
Posts: 542
Likes: 24
From: Calgary, AB
Default
lol
Reply
0
Old May 27, 2011 | 04:58 AM
Share
  #7  
jkt's Avatar
jkt
Thread Starter
Driver School Candidate
 
Joined: Jan 2009
Posts: 46
Likes: 0
From: fl
Default
Wheels are 19x9.5 & 19x8.5 275/35 & 245/30 asked for 24 offset. Also got the injen -like the sound!
Attached Thumbnails low enough?-new-sc430-w-wheels-5-11.jpg  
Reply
0

Trending Topics

Old May 27, 2011 | 10:29 AM
Share
  #8  
talwang's Avatar
talwang
Pole Position
20 Year Member
Photogenic
Photoriffic
Shutterbug
iTrader: (4)
 
Joined: Jan 2004
Posts: 2,229
Likes: 27
From: NASA
Default
Did they tell you where the tires will rub?
--> Fenders are the wrong answer. lol

Your setup doesn't look F:8.5" +24 R: 9.5" +24 to me, the offsets look like still in mid thirties.
Reply
0
ClubLexus Stories

Celebrating Lexus & Toyota from Around the Globe

story-0

10 Lexus Designs That Have Aged Like Fine Wine

 Verdad Gallardo
story-1

8 Tips for Improving Your Hybrid or Plug-in Hybrid's Efficiency!

 Michael S. Palmer
story-2

10 Best Lexus Models No One Remembers

 Joe Kucinski
story-3

TRD Off-Road Premium: Best 2026 4Runner, Except This One Thing

 Michael S. Palmer
story-4

Top 10 Lexus & Toyotas to Drive Before You Die!

 Joe Kucinski
story-5

Top 10 Lexus/Toyotas With The LEAST 5-Year Depreciation

 Joe Kucinski
story-6

Lexus LC500 Convertible Auction: A Preview of Rising Values?

 Brett Foote
story-7

GX 550 vs TX 550: Best 3-Row Luxury Lexus Family Hauler

 Michael S. Palmer
story-8

9 Best Lexus Models You Can Buy for Half Price (And 1 You Shouldn't!)

 Joe Kucinski
story-9

2026 Lexus NX Buyer's Guide: Models, Features, Prices & More!

 Brett Foote
Old May 27, 2011 | 11:37 AM
Share
  #9  
IcEnPinKi's Avatar
IcEnPinKi
Lexus Test Driver
iTrader: (1)
 
Joined: Mar 2005
Posts: 1,460
Likes: 5
From: NY
Default
slam it to the ground
Reply
0
Old May 27, 2011 | 11:56 AM
Share
  #10  
Pnuge88's Avatar
Pnuge88
Lexus Champion
iTrader: (1)
 
Joined: Jan 2007
Posts: 3,348
Likes: 19
From: TX
Default
You can definitely go lower some without rubbing. Take camber into account.
Reply
0
Old May 27, 2011 | 02:57 PM
Share
  #11  
Emackny's Avatar
Emackny
Racer
20 Year Member
iTrader: (6)
 
Joined: Dec 2002
Posts: 1,315
Likes: 17
From: DFW Texas - By way of NYC
Default
ummm.. yeah.. you can def. go lower.
Reply
0
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
Finally sitting right
JBLUR
IS - 2nd Gen (2006-2013)
4
May 7, 2014 08:09 AM
Advice wheels offset and tire
lexus316
IS - 2nd Gen (2006-2013)
1
Apr 14, 2014 12:31 AM
low profile vs stretched?
Amalan
Wheels, Tires & Brakes Forum
14
Dec 13, 2011 06:16 AM
Finally put my wheels on.
Blurr
SC - 1st Gen (1992-2000)
26
Feb 15, 2010 03:48 PM
Quick Shot of the Car - Go Lower or Is it Ok?
CP_Ree
SC - 1st Gen (1992-2000)
50
Oct 1, 2009 06:08 PM
Back to Subforum
SC430 - 2nd Gen (2001-2010)
View Next Unread
Really different paint job




Advanced Search
Reply Closed Thread Share
Forum Jump

All times are GMT -7. The time now is 09:49 AM.

story-0
10 Lexus Designs That Have Aged Like Fine Wine

Slideshow: Some luxury cars chase trends, but these Lexus models look better now than they did when they first rolled into showrooms.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-06 17:58:29


VIEW MORE
story-1
8 Tips for Improving Your Hybrid or Plug-in Hybrid's Efficiency!

Slideshow: How to Get the Best Fuel Economy with a Hybrid and Plug-In Hybrid!

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-05-05 20:54:44


VIEW MORE
story-2
10 Best Lexus Models No One Remembers

Slideshow: 10 best Lexus models no one remembers.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-05 17:33:28


VIEW MORE
story-3
TRD Off-Road Premium: Best 2026 4Runner, Except This One Thing

Slideshow: diving into 4Runner TRD Off-Road Premium's pricing, performance, fuel economy, features, and amenities!

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-04-23 13:09:18


VIEW MORE
story-4
Top 10 Lexus & Toyotas to Drive Before You Die!

Slideshow: the 10 Lexus and Toyota vehicles you need to drive before you die.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-04-23 10:34:24


VIEW MORE
story-5
Top 10 Lexus/Toyotas With The LEAST 5-Year Depreciation

Slideshow: Top 10 Lexus/Toyota models with the lowest 5-year depreciation rate.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-04-08 12:19:06


VIEW MORE
story-6
Lexus LC500 Convertible Auction: A Preview of Rising Values?

The LC hasn't even disappeared from the Lexus lineup yet, and we're already seeing signs of an explosive market.

By Brett Foote | 2026-04-06 09:25:02


VIEW MORE
story-7
GX 550 vs TX 550: Best 3-Row Luxury Lexus Family Hauler

Slideshow: comparing the pricings, specs, power, fuel economy, fun-factor, and features of the GX 550 Luxury+ and TX 550h+ Luxury.

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-03-19 13:44:11


VIEW MORE
story-8
9 Best Lexus Models You Can Buy for Half Price (And 1 You Shouldn't!)

Slideshow: 9 best Lexus models you can buy for half price and 1 you should avoid

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-03-19 12:01:07


VIEW MORE
story-9
2026 Lexus NX Buyer's Guide: Models, Features, Prices & More!

Here's everything you need to know about the latest NX.

By Brett Foote | 2026-03-19 11:56:59


VIEW MORE