Large Calipers...Please help!!!
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Large Calipers...Please help!!!
Hello fellow LS400 owners! I own a 1998 LS400 and i painted it all pearl white!! I love it. I am new to this forum, acutally this is my first post. I tried to find some info on this, but this question goes to anyone who ever looked into rims!! I really li ke the Baccarat Mirage Wheels. They have a littl ebit of gold on them... http://www.baccaratwheels.com/mirage.htm check out that site and tell me guys what you think!!! The main problem however is.... I was told that my car has large brake calipars and this is a problem with buying rims. Does anyone know about this?? I would really appreciate any input on this from anyone. I wil post som pics of my car in all white. I don't hink i've seen any in all white on this site, but i could be wrong. And also, what do you guys think of getting 18's?? Alot of people get 20's but what do you all think of 18's? Thanks alot for all the anticipated help!!
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Welcome to CL.
Yes, your generation LS4 has 4 piston calipers requiring a hish disk type wheel for clearance. A low disk wheel you'll wind up having to use spacers.
Plenty of past discussion on the wheel and brake forum:
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/for...?s=&forumid=76
Yes, your generation LS4 has 4 piston calipers requiring a hish disk type wheel for clearance. A low disk wheel you'll wind up having to use spacers.
Plenty of past discussion on the wheel and brake forum:
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/for...?s=&forumid=76
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thanks for the quick response. is there anyway that i can find out if it is a low disk wheel?? what do you guys think of that wheel anyway? 18 or 20"?? anyone with any input how a 18 or 20 will effect the quality of the ride?? thanks....
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thanks again for the info, but tell me what you think looks wise. for the 1998 ls 400 . 18 or 20"?? just cosmetically...what do you think would look better? thanks boss
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This is b1gredek's LS with 20's. I like this one.
This thread has pics of various set-up's
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...light=favorite
Mine has 18's and if I get another set, they will likely be 19's.
Whatever your budget and taste allows.
This thread has pics of various set-up's
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...light=favorite
Mine has 18's and if I get another set, they will likely be 19's.
Whatever your budget and taste allows.
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This is b1gredek's LS with 20's. I like this one.
This thread has pics of various set-up's
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...light=favorite
Mine has 18's and if I get another set, they will likely be 19's.
Whatever your budget and taste allows.
This thread has pics of various set-up's
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...light=favorite
Mine has 18's and if I get another set, they will likely be 19's.
Whatever your budget and taste allows.
I went with a staggered 18" set (super wide lip in the rear). I had a tough time but took everbody's advice on calling the manufacturer first and got a set that finally fit. I will replace the rear wheel set with 19" when I need tires. Post some pics of your car.
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Well, I went around to a few different places, but all it comes down to is that I am screwed. From what I understand, i will need spacers to make wheels fit, and from what i was told, spacers suck! Does anyone know of a wheel that we will just fit right on there? anyone? thanks
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Originally Posted by george1122
Well, I went around to a few different places, but all it comes down to is that I am screwed. From what I understand, i will need spacers to make wheels fit, and from what i was told, spacers suck! Does anyone know of a wheel that we will just fit right on there? anyone? thanks
I looked for a long time and ended up panic buying a RUF wheel (staggered) made by Status. Now they look fantastic but they are heavier.
Take your time - search these boards and you'll find great advice and maybe wheels for sale
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Originally Posted by PureDrifter
hit up stef at D2, im sure hel be able to help u out since hes got a 98+ls with the 4pistons calipers and its rimmed up.
www.d2autosport.com/LS400
stefan@d2autosport.com
aim- d2autosportsales
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