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Old 09-22-09, 01:04 AM
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What tire size do you guys recommend for 18x7.5 rim for a 99 ES300 with a 1-2 inch drop? I was thinking of 205/45/18 or 215/40/18, idk .
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Hope u don't mind VIP-NOT but for sake of not cluttering up the forum can anyone tell me the proper tire size for a 1993 Lexus LS400 running 19x8.5 et 20 and 19x9.5 et 25? I plan on slamming it on coilovers and don't want any rubbing or the wheels looking small or bulky.
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Want to add that I 'm looking for a stretched look. Would 225/35/19 front and 235/35/19 do it?
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Originally Posted by VIP-NOT
What tire size do you guys recommend for 18x7.5 rim for a 99 ES300 with a 1-2 inch drop? I was thinking of 205/45/18 or 215/40/18, idk .
With that amount of drop, I would run size 225/45-18. Depending on the offset, you may have rubbing in the rear under suspension compression. A +45mm offset is ideal for this setup but can be run with an offset as low as +35mm.
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Originally Posted by GeeYo
Want to add that I 'm looking for a stretched look. Would 225/35/19 front and 235/35/19 do it?
It looks like these sizes would be your best option.
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just adding on to this thread, if i have 18x8.5 all around? for a stretched tire fit, would it be better to get 215/40/18 or 225/40/18?
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Originally Posted by TofuMaster
just adding on to this thread, if i have 18x8.5 all around? for a stretched tire fit, would it be better to get 215/40/18 or 225/40/18?
215/40-18 would be the best option and most tire models in this size are approved for an 8.5" wide wheel max.
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