Proper 305s on the LX570
03-08-17, 07:37 AM
#16
Those look awesome! 305s are very wide, but I like the fact that you can stick with the 20s and protect the rims with rubber! I am curious how much room you have between the tire and the outer fender well. I am wondering if you would rub when the suspension is fully compressed. I also love the fact that you are running a full 33" tire!
Very nice!
Very nice!
03-08-17, 09:48 AM
#17
Driver
Thread Starter
Those look awesome! 305s are very wide, but I like the fact that you can stick with the 20s and protect the rims with rubber! I am curious how much room you have between the tire and the outer fender well. I am wondering if you would rub when the suspension is fully compressed. I also love the fact that you are running a full 33" tire!
With some fender liner adjustments, I don't think I"ll rub at all, even when fully tucked. There's a database on ih8mud with the usual points of contact. While this is an aggressive tire, there are those that go bigger, and the known contact points are the front ad rear of the wheel well which I've already addressed. I'll definitely report back if I find otherwise.
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11-17-18, 10:07 AM
#20
Driver
Thread Starter
Came across my old thread. It's due for an update.
The Falken's have turned out to everything I was looking for. It's an aggressive tire that proves its worth off-road with great traction and durability. No chipping what-so-ever. Rain and snow performance has been great. It's not a dedicated snow tire, but it's sufficiently confidence inspiring when I go into snow country and skiing trips. I also tow a pretty heavy travel trailer that's at the upper spectrum of the LX's tow capability. It handles it all with aplomb and excellent stability.
On road noise, it's there, but for as aggressive of a tire as it is, it's certainly qualified as quiet, with a low non-irritating tone. It picks up at higher highway speeds, > 80mph. But again, it's fine and the LX insulaiton does great at still keeping the interior tranquil and relaxed.
Picture update. I've been to many many places since and the tires have taken me everywhere.
The Falken's have turned out to everything I was looking for. It's an aggressive tire that proves its worth off-road with great traction and durability. No chipping what-so-ever. Rain and snow performance has been great. It's not a dedicated snow tire, but it's sufficiently confidence inspiring when I go into snow country and skiing trips. I also tow a pretty heavy travel trailer that's at the upper spectrum of the LX's tow capability. It handles it all with aplomb and excellent stability.
On road noise, it's there, but for as aggressive of a tire as it is, it's certainly qualified as quiet, with a low non-irritating tone. It picks up at higher highway speeds, > 80mph. But again, it's fine and the LX insulaiton does great at still keeping the interior tranquil and relaxed.
Picture update. I've been to many many places since and the tires have taken me everywhere.
11-18-18, 09:04 PM
#22
Driver
Thread Starter
Hi SaintLexus. If you're asking about the mods, I did all of them myself. It really wasn't too hard.
To fit these tires 305/55/20, requires .75 or 1" spacers. Then minor clearancing of the wheel well liners at the forward edge, and rear/mudflap. I document how to's on these at ih8mud.com. No lifting of the suspension required as I prefer it ride at the optimal geometry.
To fit these tires 305/55/20, requires .75 or 1" spacers. Then minor clearancing of the wheel well liners at the forward edge, and rear/mudflap. I document how to's on these at ih8mud.com. No lifting of the suspension required as I prefer it ride at the optimal geometry.
11-18-18, 10:27 PM
#23
Pole Position
Came across my old thread. It's due for an update.
The Falken's have turned out to everything I was looking for. It's an aggressive tire that proves its worth off-road with great traction and durability. No chipping what-so-ever. Rain and snow performance has been great. It's not a dedicated snow tire, but it's sufficiently confidence inspiring when I go into snow country and skiing trips. I also tow a pretty heavy travel trailer that's at the upper spectrum of the LX's tow capability. It handles it all with aplomb and excellent stability.
On road noise, it's there, but for as aggressive of a tire as it is, it's certainly qualified as quiet, with a low non-irritating tone. It picks up at higher highway speeds, > 80mph. But again, it's fine and the LX insulaiton does great at still keeping the interior tranquil and relaxed.
The Falken's have turned out to everything I was looking for. It's an aggressive tire that proves its worth off-road with great traction and durability. No chipping what-so-ever. Rain and snow performance has been great. It's not a dedicated snow tire, but it's sufficiently confidence inspiring when I go into snow country and skiing trips. I also tow a pretty heavy travel trailer that's at the upper spectrum of the LX's tow capability. It handles it all with aplomb and excellent stability.
On road noise, it's there, but for as aggressive of a tire as it is, it's certainly qualified as quiet, with a low non-irritating tone. It picks up at higher highway speeds, > 80mph. But again, it's fine and the LX insulaiton does great at still keeping the interior tranquil and relaxed.
11-19-18, 09:20 PM
#25
Pole Position
So what's going to happen?
The ONLY tire dealer I've seen that's fussy about anything other than oem size is Costco. What liability am I opening up if I replace my tires with a higher weight rating?
01-05-19, 06:58 AM
#26
I miss being able to drive up onto curbs. I installed 18” wheels on my 2010 LX. Curbs where never a worry. My 2015 has the 20” wheels and curbs once again scare me. This is a good solution though to keep the stock wheels.
11-28-21, 05:05 AM
#30
Driver School Candidate
Good morning,
Are you still running this tire on your 570, and are still as happy with your choice? I am looking at the Falkens as well, and I thought were load range F?
I saw your post in Mud, and the fix seems tricky, but doable… Cheers
Are you still running this tire on your 570, and are still as happy with your choice? I am looking at the Falkens as well, and I thought were load range F?
I saw your post in Mud, and the fix seems tricky, but doable… Cheers