FINALLY

Hi all,
Hope you guys can help me with this..........
I plan on have 18 x 8.5 +50mm on the rear with 255/40/18.
Do you think it will work.
Front I will have 18 x 8 +45mm with 225/40/18.
I'll also get a TRD drop.
Thanks in advance.

redline8k

they "should" fit but you may run into clearance issues with the strut or inner fender. with the +50 offset you are moving the wheel closer to the center of the car/wheelwell. it might look to sunk in. now sure let us know how you fair.
But if it was me Id run the +45 all around.
-nick

CIONIDE

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Fronts are absolutely fine. I can only guess that you feel the need for the staggered look. I believe (no guarantees) the rear wheels will work, but I would definitely drop down to 245/40 tires on 8.5" wide wheels.

I prefer to be able to rotate my tires. Just like redline8k, my personal choice would be the 18x8 +45 wheels at all four corners. I would use 235/40-18 tires all around, and I would also add 15mm spacers to the rears to flush them out with the front wheels.

FINALLY

Thanks for the reply.
The reason why I asked was I really like the lexus IS350 wheels and they come in this sizes only, front 8 and rear 8.5 with different offset.
So, even if I use same size tires, I can't rotate them from front to rear.
Unless I buy only the front wheels for all corners???

CIONIDE

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I know for a fact that somebody else ran the stock front & rear IS350 wheels on an xB2, but I don't know what size tires he was on.

If you're getting a used set, then you're stuck with the staggered set-up. If you have the opportunity to buy them new, and choose the front sizing for all for corners, you might consider what I have suggested. Remember that they are staggered on the IS because it is a rear drive platform. On the xB staggered is done for looks only.

xseveredveganx

The IS350 wheels look gooooood on the xB. :D

*edit* Found teh peektures:

KillerCane

you should b fine
the trd wheels have a +48 offset. but in my opinion they suck in way too far. if you look at the car from behind all you see is fender. no wheel.

FINALLY

It worked out!
And it does look FACTORY OEM which is what I like.
Not rubbering at all with the TRD drop.
Here are a couple of pix. Will shoot more during the day.

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xseveredveganx

So already dropped on TRD springs?

It looks good. Seriously. I've been in the most desperate of desperate need for wheels. I've looked for decent OEM wheels, and I think these are it!

FINALLY

Yes, its already on TRD....
I wonder if it will settle down maybe a quarter inch more?!?!
But I like the ride. it is a bit stiffer because of the 18" wheels. Its def more responsive and better feel of the road.

xseveredveganx

Nice! I'm a bit lower, but need new wheels.
BAD!

Looks really good! Can't wait for some day shots! Clean them puppies up!

CIONIDE

iTrader: (1)

Overall I think it looks great!

I can see that the front tires are stretched compared to the rears; the wheel width difference is only 1/2", but the rear tires are 1.2" wider than the front. When it's time to replace the front tires, I suggest stepping up to 235/40-18. They'll fit fine with the 8" wide wheels and TRD drop, and won't rub at all.

Nice job, enjoy.

blkboyan

Hey Cionide,
What about Tanabe NF instead of TRD, is it Rub at all , if i put IS 350 rims on my XB

Tks

CIONIDE

iTrader: (1)

You're all good, no rubbing.

FINALLY

Just finished wash and wax.
Now all I need is the axisFIVE lip kit and exterior is done.
Here is what it looks like now.
plus a little extra.

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xseveredveganx

Needs lowered.

:D

FINALLY

Its already on TRD and I like it very much!!!
I'm going for that oem look... not the hot import look but I respect your point of view.
I thought about lower it more but with 17"...

xseveredveganx

Gotcha! If that's what you're going for, you're doing it quite well!
Aaaaand you won't have to worry about tearing the 5Axis off. I know I'm going to have that problem.