LS - 3rd Gen (2001-2006) Discussion topics related to the flagship Lexus LS430

Just put 20" on my LS 430...Rim sticks out too far?Or I have to lower it to tuck in?

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old 01-06-10 | 06:44 PM
  #1  
Aimhigher3's Avatar
Aimhigher3
Thread Starter
Driver School Candidate
 
Joined: Dec 2009
Posts: 43
Likes: 0
From: ca
Default Just put 20" on my LS 430...Rim sticks out too far?Or I have to lower it to tuck in?

I just put on these wheels 20x10.5 and 20x8 with offsets - rear +27 - front +22..

And the rear wheels stick out a little bit. Did I get the wrong offsets?

I havent lowered my car yet but when I lower the car will the wheels tuck in or will I be in trouble and rub like crazy??








Last edited by Aimhigher3; 01-06-10 at 06:53 PM.
Old 01-06-10 | 07:01 PM
  #2  
bluerex's Avatar
bluerex
Lead Lap
 
Joined: Feb 2006
Posts: 510
Likes: 1
From: SoCal
Default

nope thats actually perfect. once you lower it, camber will automatically take the wheels in. are you planning on lowering the car? if so are you going air or coils or springs?
Old 01-06-10 | 07:01 PM
  #3  
wildace's Avatar
wildace
Pole Position
iTrader: (1)
 
Joined: Dec 2009
Posts: 233
Likes: 0
From: queens, nyc
Default

wow your car is so hawt. do u have air suspension or sport?
Old 01-06-10 | 07:52 PM
  #4  
Aimhigher3's Avatar
Aimhigher3
Thread Starter
Driver School Candidate
 
Joined: Dec 2009
Posts: 43
Likes: 0
From: ca
Default

The car isnt on air suspension cuz its stock and I dont have the UL version.

Im still debating on getting just springs or coil overs... I would love air suspension but thats a little too expensive at the moment.
Old 01-06-10 | 09:39 PM
  #5  
Ay-nako's Avatar
Ay-nako
Stop the Copy!
iTrader: (25)
 
Joined: Jul 2005
Posts: 4,862
Likes: 115
From: NV
Default

nice man once you lower it it will looks great!
Old 01-06-10 | 09:39 PM
  #6  
Ay-nako's Avatar
Ay-nako
Stop the Copy!
iTrader: (25)
 
Joined: Jul 2005
Posts: 4,862
Likes: 115
From: NV
Default

you can lower it with coilovers, just springs and shocks or go expensive and buy air suspension!
Old 01-06-10 | 09:42 PM
  #7  
Aimhigher3's Avatar
Aimhigher3
Thread Starter
Driver School Candidate
 
Joined: Dec 2009
Posts: 43
Likes: 0
From: ca
Default

Originally Posted by Ay-nako
you can lower it with coilovers, just springs and shocks or go expensive and buy air suspension!
What do u think is better? Going coilovers or going with just springs and shocks? Which will have a more comfortable ride?
Old 01-06-10 | 10:14 PM
  #8  
Garage7RP's Avatar
Garage7RP
Lead Lap
iTrader: (1)
 
Joined: Dec 2004
Posts: 531
Likes: 2
From: CA
Default

Once you lower your car it will look nice but you will still need to remove the fender lip liners and roll the fenders a bit.
Old 01-07-10 | 04:00 PM
  #9  
airtime's Avatar
airtime
Racer
CL Folding 1M
 
Joined: Apr 2007
Posts: 1,321
Likes: 13
From: Washington
Default

The wheels will butterfly in but its going to be pretty close to the lip. Nice clear ride
Old 01-07-10 | 04:55 PM
  #10  
junjdm's Avatar
junjdm
Lexus Champion
 
Joined: Jul 2006
Posts: 4,431
Likes: 5
From: Tx
Default

thats perfect, all you need is a drop...wheels will camber in! I would go coilovers so that you can adjust the height. With springs you are stuck w/ that ride height! Once you lower it....take more pics! Would love to see it lowered!
Old 01-07-10 | 05:14 PM
  #11  
jasonm's Avatar
jasonm
Lead Lap
iTrader: (5)
 
Joined: Mar 2007
Posts: 794
Likes: 1
From: ca
Default

Absolutely perfect. Those will camber in nicely....coilovers=Yes. You'll need to cut/roll the rear and roll the fronts. Keep us updated. Lookin' good so far.
Old 01-07-10 | 05:18 PM
  #12  
Tee's Avatar
Tee
Moderator
 
Joined: May 2008
Posts: 3,761
Likes: 68
From: Atlanta, GA
Default

Lookin good and congrats!
Old 01-08-10 | 06:43 AM
  #13  
sojah's Avatar
sojah
Lead Lap
iTrader: (1)
 
Joined: Nov 2006
Posts: 4,918
Likes: 2
From: JP (oki to be precise :D)
Default

dude, that is cutting it pretty close but i think if you were on air it would be hella flush as you cali cats always like to say

other wise looks a little bit meh with it so high in the air like that... i hate to be that guy, but here goes... you gotta drop that motha sucka real soon nice wheels
Old 01-08-10 | 09:06 AM
  #14  
jman-LS430's Avatar
jman-LS430
Pole Position
 
Joined: Jun 2008
Posts: 377
Likes: 0
From: Carlsbad, CA
Default

Originally Posted by Aimhigher3
245-35-20 in front and 255-35-20 in the rear..
Originally Posted by Aimhigher3
...wheels 20x10.5 and 20x8 with offsets - rear +27 - front +22..
Someone else who is familiar with those wheels (I have seen them many times before) would know for sure, but with those offsets, I would think you would need to modify your fender lip a little, at minimum a roll. Even if it tucks fine in the front without mods, you may be sorry when you turn while dipping.

It is starting to look smooth...
Old 01-09-10 | 12:02 PM
  #15  
mdawg630's Avatar
mdawg630
Rookie
 
Joined: Jul 2008
Posts: 92
Likes: 0
From: Illinois
Default

Looks good to me i wouldnt do anything else.


Quick Reply: Just put 20" on my LS 430...Rim sticks out too far?Or I have to lower it to tuck in?



All times are GMT -7. The time now is 12:53 AM.