I recently purchased a 1998 GS400 and put 18" rims on it. The rims are factory Lexus optional wheels from Japan (VPAC - vacuum pressure and casting). They state that they are made for the LS/GS series. The measurements on the rims are 18" X 9" with 45mm offset with a tire size of 245/40/18. When I had them mounted, the tire shop told me that there was barely any room between the inner lip of the rim and the metal bar that extends up from the lugs. They were worried about the inner part of the rim rubbing against this bar. I have not noticed any rubbing noises or vibrations as I am driving, but I wanted to ask if anyone knew if this could become a potential problem. If this does become a problem, is there any way to move the rim away from the inner part of the wheel (I have read about spacers in other posts) so it does not scrape? Thanks so much.
