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1992-1994 ls400 alloys on 1995 ls400?


Walter44

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Hi everyone,

this question seems to have been loosely answered in the past but I still can't seem to get a straight answer from an expert.

I've just purchased a 1995 LS400 with aftermarket alloys and I'd like to find original 16" wheels. I live in New Zealand so finding exact 1995 ls400 alloys is difficult, however I have come across a set of 16" 1994 that are: 114.3 x7"  with a 50mm offset

Then I found that this website suggests that the 1995 LS400 required the same wheel specs (as far as I can tell):

http://www.wheelfitment.eu/car/Lexus/LS400%20(1995%20-%202000).html

So will these 1994s fit on my 1995? Some say no due to the offset and larger brakes, others have said yes..

 

attached is a picture of the 1994 alloys and of course a picture of my baby - 70,000km and garaged all her life!

any advice will be most appreciated

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My understanding is that only 95-up LS wheels will fit a 95-up LS400 or LS430.  90-92 15" wheels won't come close to fitting and I've never seen anyone try to put 93-94 LS400 wheels on a 95-up LS400 or LS430.

You would be safe with any OEM LS wheel made to fit a 95-00 LS400 or 2001-2006 LS430 in 16", 17" or 18".

There is no room for error when putting 95-up 16" wheels on a 95-up LS400 or LS430 - barely 1mm of clearance between the wheel and brake caliper and hidden stick on weights cannot be used to dynamically balance the wheels.  Hammer-on weights must be used to get a true dynamic balance.

Based on your photo, I think your aftermarket wheels look quite nice and make your LS400 look a bit more modern.  Your car would, however, have a "plusher" ride with 95-up LS 16" wheels.

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