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GS 350 tire issues, vibration, choppy ride
#1
GS 350 tire issues, vibration, choppy ride
I just bought a 2013 GS 350 RWD with Bridgestone Turanza ER 33 tires (235/45R18 94Y). Very happy with the car other than I'm getting some vibration from the tires at higher speeds.....starts at 75 mph. The car also starts to feel choppy at this same speed........75 to 80 mph. Seems like it's the tires since the car is straight as an arrow and the wheels feel very balanced at all other speeds.
I test drove a car with Dunlop tires prior to buying my car and the Dunlops were noticeably worse........I felt vibration and choppiness right away regardless of speed.
Anyone having this same issue? Is it a suspension issue or a tire issue? Anyone try another tire brand or tire type? The Bridgestone Potenza tires on my IS 250 rode perfect at all speeds. I know a lot of people stand by Michelin tires......Primacy or Pilot?
Any help would be appreciated.
I test drove a car with Dunlop tires prior to buying my car and the Dunlops were noticeably worse........I felt vibration and choppiness right away regardless of speed.
Anyone having this same issue? Is it a suspension issue or a tire issue? Anyone try another tire brand or tire type? The Bridgestone Potenza tires on my IS 250 rode perfect at all speeds. I know a lot of people stand by Michelin tires......Primacy or Pilot?
Any help would be appreciated.
#2
I had same issue with bridgestone el400 on my fsport version exactly how you describe it. I switched out to continental all season and my ride is smooth and no choppiness. It's those junk dunlop and Bridgestone. Get nice Michelin or continental tires.
#4
Agreed. Bridgestone known to hv harder ride. Changed mine to continental csc5 .. better. Tire pressure also play a part.
#5
I just bought a 2013 GS 350 RWD with Bridgestone Turanza ER 33 tires (235/45R18 94Y). Very happy with the car other than I'm getting some vibration from the tires at higher speeds.....starts at 75 mph. The car also starts to feel choppy at this same speed........75 to 80 mph. Seems like it's the tires since the car is straight as an arrow and the wheels feel very balanced at all other speeds.
I test drove a car with Dunlop tires prior to buying my car and the Dunlops were noticeably worse........I felt vibration and choppiness right away regardless of speed.
Anyone having this same issue? Is it a suspension issue or a tire issue? Anyone try another tire brand or tire type? The Bridgestone Potenza tires on my IS 250 rode perfect at all speeds. I know a lot of people stand by Michelin tires......Primacy or Pilot?
Any help would be appreciated.
I test drove a car with Dunlop tires prior to buying my car and the Dunlops were noticeably worse........I felt vibration and choppiness right away regardless of speed.
Anyone having this same issue? Is it a suspension issue or a tire issue? Anyone try another tire brand or tire type? The Bridgestone Potenza tires on my IS 250 rode perfect at all speeds. I know a lot of people stand by Michelin tires......Primacy or Pilot?
Any help would be appreciated.
#6
Thanks for the response. I did some checking on-line and other drivers have had issues with Bridgestone Turanza tires also. I don't mind swapping out the tires as long as I get the right tire for the car with some noticeable improvement. Do you know the exact Continental tires you bought?
#7
I checked the tire pressure several times. Adjusted to 34 lbs. cold on all 4 tires. The display shows all 4 at exactly that pressure.........they move up to 36 or 37 warm. The ride smooths out when the tires are warm, but I still feel a little vibration and choppiness......the car does not feel planted to the road?
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#9
I have the continental contiprocontact tires. They are nice and smooth tires but give up some of the handling feel that you get with the Bridgestones. If I were you, I would take a look at the Continental DWS tires and look at the reviews on tirerack.com. Many lexus owners are happy with the continentals. They are softer tires but good ride, traction, and longevity.
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#13
Not dynamically balance. Its road force balancing on the hunter road force machines that are far superior than the older simple dynamic balancers. Lexus dealers have them.
#14
Thanks to all who responded to my question once again. I'll talk to the dealership about road force balancing. Also thanks for the exact tire brands/models.
I had the same issue tonight......the car just starts to "dance" on the road at higher speeds.......especially bad when the road is older and a little bumpy......the car loses it's composure and I just don't feel confident at speeds over 75. I'm on the same highway for the past 15 years and never had an issue with IS 250, BMW 3 series, VW SUV, Mazda, etc. Hopefully I can get is resolved....car is perfect for me otherwise.
I had the same issue tonight......the car just starts to "dance" on the road at higher speeds.......especially bad when the road is older and a little bumpy......the car loses it's composure and I just don't feel confident at speeds over 75. I'm on the same highway for the past 15 years and never had an issue with IS 250, BMW 3 series, VW SUV, Mazda, etc. Hopefully I can get is resolved....car is perfect for me otherwise.
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#15
Thanks to all who responded to my question once again. I'll talk to the dealership about road force balancing. Also thanks for the exact tire brands/models.
I had the same issue tonight......the car just starts to "dance" on the road at higher speeds.......especially bad when the road is older and a little bumpy......the car loses it's composure and I just don't feel confident at speeds over 75. I'm on the same highway for the past 15 years and never had an issue with IS 250, BMW 3 series, VW SUV, Mazda, etc. Hopefully I can get is resolved....car is perfect for me otherwise.
I had the same issue tonight......the car just starts to "dance" on the road at higher speeds.......especially bad when the road is older and a little bumpy......the car loses it's composure and I just don't feel confident at speeds over 75. I'm on the same highway for the past 15 years and never had an issue with IS 250, BMW 3 series, VW SUV, Mazda, etc. Hopefully I can get is resolved....car is perfect for me otherwise.