AWD with OEM 18"
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My 2010 IS 250 AWD with OEM Lexus G-Star 18" wheels.
You do have to go with the 8 (NOT the 8.5) all the way around--NOT the staggered setup (every Lexus dealer I spoke with said the same thing).
I put Michellin Pilot Sport A/S+ 225/40ZR18 tires on it and, no, I am not going to lower it until I see how it handles in th snow this winter. If it does ok I may put the F-Sport lowering springs on--but that's it.
You do have to go with the 8 (NOT the 8.5) all the way around--NOT the staggered setup (every Lexus dealer I spoke with said the same thing).
I put Michellin Pilot Sport A/S+ 225/40ZR18 tires on it and, no, I am not going to lower it until I see how it handles in th snow this winter. If it does ok I may put the F-Sport lowering springs on--but that's it.
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sus...-too-well.html
Good that you are going to address the problem. It is better than ruining the differentials which could cost thousands of dollars in repairs for using incorrect tires/wheels in comparison to spending money on using correct tires/wheels which is cheaper. Also need to take in consideration that the differentials do have tolerences probably like in the hundreds, thousands or even microns therefore, it is in best interest to do what is correct for the vehicle.
Do you have a pic your vehicle to show us?
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Nice car!!
What lights are those? Looks like 6K HID and LED fog and Parking Lights.
When I initially saw "G-Star", I was a bit startled but luckly I had a Lexus IS 2010 catalog on my desk and started flipping pages to see what it is because I seen it there but not with that particular title lol! In any case, yes the G-Spier wheels look fantastic.
I plan to get 18" when I get a new IS (dream car) which would be special built and have it come with the 18" Split 5-Spoke - Hyper Silver.
http://is.sewellparts.com/accessorie...-2011-618.html
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I couldn't tell from the driver's side, but from the passenger side, I can see that the rims on the front and rear look banged up. Probably some nice curb artwork there.
Nice car!!
What lights are those? Looks like 6K HID and LED fog and Parking Lights.
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Nice car!!
What lights are those? Looks like 6K HID and LED fog and Parking Lights.
/IS250-2011-618.html[/url]
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