22" Wheels Ride Comfort vs Stock?

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yuji

yuji

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I'm noticing that a rather large number of cruisers I'm looking at have aftermarket wheels.

I prefer stock.. and a few of them I would have easily bought if I didn't need to shell out over a grand to replace wheels/tires.

Anyhow, 22" seems super large - does anybody have experience with them and how they impact everyday driving?

I've been rather impressed with the stock 100 ride characteristics. What to expect with these large rims (until I get rid of them)?

2001 Toyota Land Cruiser 3rd seat
 
I think he's looking at that one as a potential buy and is wondering how the ride will be until he is able to take the 22s off of it and put stocks back on.

Looks like the Land Cruiser emblem on the tail gate has been messed with.

I too am curious about that transmission, looks like another case of the A343F curse, this time on an '01.
 
4Peanut said:
Did you buy this particular Land Cruiser? What is the story behind the new transmission at 90,000 miles?
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I did not buy but am interested. Asked about the transmission / who did what and why.

I have noticed many cruisers w/ these large rims though... and considering how few cruisers appear on the market I am starting to consider them.
 
You might be able to have the aftermarket wheels work to your advantage if there's demand for them in your area. Sell them and replace with stockers or tundra stockers for cheap and maybe net some cash.
 
I agree with Teck. 22's can sell for quite a bit. A buddy of mine just sold some chrome 18's with 35" Toyos over the weekend for $2200. You may end up making money.

Sent from the future to protect John Conner.
 
Both above are good points. On the one hand the wheels are likely instant cash in your pocket, regardless of what you get out of them PLUS whatever you negotiate with the seller on a price. I've sold bits and pieces off of used cars in the past, especially third row seats I NEVER use and don't have space to have lying around (haven't decided if I'll get rid of the LX ones yet).

On the other hand, the unsprung weight and small sidewall are sure to give the suspension a workout day in and day out. At least the LC doesn't have AHC so no worries about their effect on that.
 
yuji said:
I would have easily bought if I didn't need to shell out over a grand to replace wheels/tires.http://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/cto/3009877022.html
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Drove a loner Tahoe with 22"s and it rode like crap.

One can typically find full sets (5 wheels) of 16s or 18s here in the classifieds for 250-500. The top end of that price will get you wheels in near perfect condition, many times with lug-nuts. Anything higher than that and the person is asking too much. car-part is another source for OEM wheels priced under $100ea
 
I have 2 LC 100s. The old one runs on standard 16 while the other with standard 18s. Even with AHC equipped on both the rides I can feel a lot of difference in ride quality. The 16 s ride much softer while the 18s look better.
 
playdrv4me said:
Both above are good points. On the one hand the wheels are likely instant cash in your pocket, regardless of what you get out of them PLUS whatever you negotiate with the seller on a price. I've sold bits and pieces off of used cars in the past, especially third row seats I NEVER use and don't have space to have lying around (haven't decided if I'll get rid of the LX ones yet).

On the other hand, the unsprung weight and small sidewall are sure to give the suspension a workout day in and day out. At least the LC doesn't have AHC so no worries about their effect on that.
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Two very excellent points: it seems some brands of 22" are rather expensive! You're absolutely right the cost of replacing could be offset. Also, thanks for the note on $100 / factory wheels here at mud classifieds! Perhaps that would make my replacement closer to 1k.

The added suspension wear is interesting... I do suppose something has to catch the extra bumps vs the tires. It really does look like the tires only have 4" of air.

Well, I'm not surprised the mudders don't roll with 22s :)
 
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My 100 had 22s when I got them. First off, I thought they were ugly. Second, and more importantly it rode pretty rough and they rubbed on the wheel wells. I'll sell them for cheap as they are just collecting dust.
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4Peanut said:
Did you buy this particular Land Cruiser? What is the story behind the new transmission at 90,000 miles?
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By the way, would the positives of having a new transmission not outweigh the negative potential for more problems?

I was leaning towards that.. "Oh yay, I heard about trans issues but this one has it already broken and fixed".
 
Here are a few thoughts to add to the above topic regarding the wheels and tires:

I was able to find a set of Tundra "take-offs" from the local Toy dealer, with brand new Michelin tires (set of 4) for $400 out the door, but of course, there is the 5th tire (spare) you have to deal with too. I was able to match the wheel through ebay for $100 and then get a "throw away" tire as a spare from the local Les Schwab for $25. I picked up new LC hubcaps from an '06 from a local hubcap dealer for $45 for a set of 4, since the Tundra caps did not fit the LC hubs.

The reason I did not try and match the Michelins with the spare was because, although these ride wonderfully on-road, I want a more aggressive AT (Goodyear Duratracs) and will be shelling out $1600 for 5 of those when the Michelins wear out.

So, don't forget your spare, when pricing and the end overall price will depend upon which tire you pic along with where you are able to pick up 5 new wheels and possibly new hubcaps.
 
yuji said:
By the way, would the positives of having a new transmission not outweigh the negative potential for more problems?

I was leaning towards that.. "Oh yay, I heard about trans issues but this one has it already broken and fixed".
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That is certainly a positive point, assuming the repair/rebuild was done correctly by a reputable shop.
 
My 100 came with 20in rims on it and it rode like crap, as soon as I put a stock set of rims and wheels back on it was much much better.
 
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