fastfinger Posted February 7, 2009 Share Posted February 7, 2009 When the teenagers change tires for 20's.. they move way down in the aspect ratio and leave themselves with almost no sidewall and a hard as nails ride... I wish to go the other way and have a sc430 with a more LEXUS like ride --- by finding some 17" rims that will not interfere with my rotors/calipers and allow me to put on a more comfortable tire, with more sidewall to absorb the bumps. I'm past the tire burnout phase of my life. ANY suggestions / recommendations will be appreciated. quickclick@gmail.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1990LS400 Posted February 7, 2009 Share Posted February 7, 2009 A person on another Lexus forum reported using 17" wheels from a Lexus GS with snow tires on his SC430. I can't find threads where your question has really been discussed. Does your car have run-flat tires? Most people with run-flats on 18" wheels are extremely happy (and relieved) with the ride after they get rid of of the run-flats and get regular tires -- which means getting the spare tire kit that came with SC430's without run-flats or taking a chance on having to call a two truck if you have a flat tire. If you are intent on getting 17" wheels and tires, a good place to start might be a wheel shop or even a Lexus dealer. Lexus dealers sometimes have "take-off" wheels from when new car buyers buy optional wheels. I bought a set of new LS take-off wheels from a Lexus dealer to use with snow tires on my first LS almost 20 years ago ... still remember the price ... $400 for the set of four wheels. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eatingupblacktop Posted February 15, 2009 Share Posted February 15, 2009 When the teenagers change tires for 20's.. they move way down in the aspect ratio and leave themselves with almost no sidewall and a hard as nails ride... I wish to go the other way and have a sc430 with a more LEXUS like ride --- by finding some 17" rims that will not interfere with my rotors/calipers and allow me to put on a more comfortable tire, with more sidewall to absorb the bumps.I'm past the tire burnout phase of my life. ANY suggestions / recommendations will be appreciated. quickclick@gmail.com Finally someone who's listening to his kidneys! Goodonya! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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