LiqrSicc

Hey guys, so I've been shopping for some 22s the last few weeks just to fill the gap a little better. Then all of a suddden I found out my two front tires were about to pop. My fault since I havent rotated the tires at all since I got them (30k miles). The insides of both front tires were completely worn and the threads were showing. Being my only car, I had to get tires asap. Now what I had on my 20s at first were 245/35/20s. Real short sidewall for an SUV. In comparison to the stock 16s diameter, my 20s were about 2 inches shorter in diameter, which really threw my mph and mileage off. So this time around I decided to go with a tire that was as close to stock diameter as possible, 245/45/20. I went with Toyo Proxes 4s that I got from Les Schwab for $975 out the door w/ tax and installation and balancing. (not too bad considering it would cost me about 175 each online wo/ tax and shipping and mounting). For some reason it looked a little wierd for me at first.




It's approximately .2 inches off from stock diameter so thats as close as you can get. With a 20x8.5 +35 offset, this must be the closest you can get without the rear tires hitting the strut. I checked and there is about 1/4 of an inch between the tire and the strut. I havent noticed any rubbing nor is there any indication from wear that the tires are rubbing. The ride is a lot quieter than the cheap Nankangs I had on previously. Ride is not as harsh but is definately more bouncier. So far I do not see a change in mpg either. What I really like is that it pretty much fills the gap between the tire an the wheel well.The back has about 1 fingerspace and the front maybe 2 fingers at the most. It makes it look more like an SUV than a 4dr hatchback now. So I guess I'll hold off on the 22s and stick with the 20s

Ice350

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Looks pretty good to me. I hate to see SUV's on little skinny tires. Big vehicles need some rubber.

YoshRX300

Very nice, Good choice on rim style. Keep up the good work.

LiqrSicc

Yeah it just didnt look right for some reason when I had the 245/35s on there. This is a much more better fit and makes it look more like an SUV

Thanks, they aren't the best rims out there (Damani Vanquish) but I like to keep the design simple. Not really into all the bling-bling designs. It's the 1st pair of rims I've ever owned and I've managed to keep them perfect except for 1 curb incident. I'm definately going with some forged 3pc next

Lexwang07

very nice indeed....

Lexmex

I like that black, Lexus center cap.

tcheung87

Hey man that does look sweet, where did you get those center-caps? Would they fit stock wheels?

LiqrSicc

I spent a good couple hours trying to modify the oem centercaps to fit but it didnt work. These are actually just vinyl stickers. They are high quality metalic stickers with a thick clear coat over them. 6 months and they show no signs of peeling or fading. Just do a search on ebay for "lexus caps" and you should find the seller. He has excellent feedback and the set of 4 costs $12 shipped I believe. Definately worth it.

Seize

Looks good! Love that bold 5 spoke

jdmdaddy

Ah, going w/more rubber=very PRATICAL! It looks nice man. Nice fitment.

-Craig

Francis

Cool looking wheels and side mark . Hey, show us pictures of the whole car from all angle please...

sgv_bum

your 245/45 look better then my 245/40 .. looks hella pretty nice ...

LiqrSicc

Thanks! Hoping to go 7, 9, or even mesh on the next ones

Wassup Craig! Thanks man. Looks like I'm going to pass on the 22s now

Here's a link to one of my previous threads with pics:
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...d.php?t=241307

Thanks, I was a little worried about the fitment at 1st. I thought the sidewalls would rub on the struts but they seem fine. Did you find your 22s yet?

sgv_bum

i think i'm hold off on 22's for now cause this gonna be my 4th pair of rims since 2006... i might use the money other stuff like working on my system or save it up for the supercharger.

ON DUBS

Nice looking car....I got some dubs too and planning to drop my car...how many inches did u drop your car?