View Poll Results: Which Wheel
BBS RN 20"
11
35.48%
Forgeline RB1 19"
1
3.23%
Forgeline RB1 20"
11
35.48%
None and keep OEM
8
25.81%
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Wheel Choices: Help me decide once and for all
02-20-16, 11:04 AM
#106
Lexus Test Driver
Thread Starter
Just checked and they set them 34 all around, all up to 37 +/- 1 psi while driving right now.
What PSI is recommended? I haven't checked the door jam yet.
Seriously, the road bumps are better even though the thickness is slightly less because of the tires. Even though they are 45 series, they are meaty. Really won't worry too much about driving over the unseen pothole, or at least I won't have to drive paranoid like I'm walking through a mine field lol.
What PSI is recommended? I haven't checked the door jam yet.
Seriously, the road bumps are better even though the thickness is slightly less because of the tires. Even though they are 45 series, they are meaty. Really won't worry too much about driving over the unseen pothole, or at least I won't have to drive paranoid like I'm walking through a mine field lol.
02-20-16, 09:49 PM
#108
Lexus Fanatic
Just checked and they set them 34 all around, all up to 37 +/- 1 psi while driving right now.
What PSI is recommended? I haven't checked the door jam yet.
Seriously, the road bumps are better even though the thickness is slightly less because of the tires. Even though they are 45 series, they are meaty. Really won't worry too much about driving over the unseen pothole, or at least I won't have to drive paranoid like I'm walking through a mine field lol.
What PSI is recommended? I haven't checked the door jam yet.
Seriously, the road bumps are better even though the thickness is slightly less because of the tires. Even though they are 45 series, they are meaty. Really won't worry too much about driving over the unseen pothole, or at least I won't have to drive paranoid like I'm walking through a mine field lol.
02-21-16, 04:31 AM
#109
Lexus Test Driver
Thread Starter
Thanks. I'm really curious what the door jam says. I just checked the jams on my car and it only shows recommended pressures for 18s, which is 33 all around. Anyone with OEM 19s care to check their door jams?
Also, I think the car looks great with 19s and I change my mind in that I think any 19s would probably look good after seeing the non-lowered stance in 19s. In any case, if you're running OEM 18s and worried about ride degradation going to 19s, there is absolutely none at all when going over bumps in regards to the impact differences.
Also, I think the car looks great with 19s and I change my mind in that I think any 19s would probably look good after seeing the non-lowered stance in 19s. In any case, if you're running OEM 18s and worried about ride degradation going to 19s, there is absolutely none at all when going over bumps in regards to the impact differences.
02-21-16, 11:57 AM
#112
Lexus Fanatic
I thought it would be the same...
There's definitely a difference in bump absorption. I drove several back to back with 19s and 18s and could definitely tell the difference. It's not huge by any means, and everybody has to determine a looks vs comfort trade off. The 19s look much better no doubt, but for me I wanted it to ride as good as it possibly could, even if that difference was minimal.
There's definitely a difference in bump absorption. I drove several back to back with 19s and 18s and could definitely tell the difference. It's not huge by any means, and everybody has to determine a looks vs comfort trade off. The 19s look much better no doubt, but for me I wanted it to ride as good as it possibly could, even if that difference was minimal.
02-21-16, 01:27 PM
#113
I can definitely agree that the one inch up to 19" changes the appearance quite a bit. Accentuates the lines more. This car was made for 19s in my opinion. The biggest difference I can see is in the trunk and back half of the car. The lines of the trunk pop more. The ride is slightly more stiff when going over minor bumps and pot holes. But under daily driving conditions it really isn't noticeable to me....and I'm super sensitive to harsh rides.
02-23-16, 04:56 PM
#116
Lexus Test Driver
Thread Starter
Thanks, I settled on the standard 33 all around and it seems fine for now.
Also, the tiny difference in tire width--10 mm to be exact--has a big impact on turning. You can take turns at speed and it doesn't start to squeal in protest until much later. Cornering feels much better all around, more confident, less roll, which is surprising considering the tiny bump in width and slight decrease in thickness.
Really happy. Get more looks with these stock 19s. I definitely think 19s are a natural fit for this car. This car has such a huge body that it compliments it very nicely; it almost needs 19s IMO. The stance and curb appeal are great. Perfect for me as I didn't want to go overboard and wanted to maintain that stock look at all costs.
Also, the tiny difference in tire width--10 mm to be exact--has a big impact on turning. You can take turns at speed and it doesn't start to squeal in protest until much later. Cornering feels much better all around, more confident, less roll, which is surprising considering the tiny bump in width and slight decrease in thickness.
Really happy. Get more looks with these stock 19s. I definitely think 19s are a natural fit for this car. This car has such a huge body that it compliments it very nicely; it almost needs 19s IMO. The stance and curb appeal are great. Perfect for me as I didn't want to go overboard and wanted to maintain that stock look at all costs.
02-24-16, 08:09 AM
#117
Lexus Fanatic
02-24-16, 09:14 AM
#119
Lexus Fanatic
02-24-16, 11:35 AM
#120
Pole Position
Excellent choice you made! Looks great. Though the BBS is a gorgeous wheel, these you bought are OEM with the preferable OEM fit....nice.
With your concerns, goals and preferences I don't think you could have done better...Especially with the P7 tire upgrade.
With your concerns, goals and preferences I don't think you could have done better...Especially with the P7 tire upgrade.