i have +35 methods on mine. given the work 37s require (i am not ready for), what is biggest tire you would recommen? I run 275/65/18 now
+35s are the perfect offset to run a full fat 35x12.5R18. It's honestly pretty straightforward and something that could be done in a weekend on the LX. This biggest open secret to huge capability for cheap is to buy a 2016+ LX570 and throw 35s on it. All the good stuff of gearing, brakes, and suspension is already there.
Join along as I work through making the necessary clearance mods for 35x12.5R20s tires on my LX. These Toyo AT3s spec out to be 34.5" x 12.5". If you have any suggestions, I'm interested in hearing. Note that this fitment is specific to the LX as it's easier to fit larger and wider tires...
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What's everyone's thoughts on 18" wheel/tire vs a 17" wheel/tire?
What are the downsides of going with a 18" setup? Seems like cost is the biggest downside. 2nd is the tire selection, but the usual Toyo, Falken, Nitto, BFG comes in 37x12.5x18 E-rated.
I have a different take that is probably in contrast to most. A lot of this is also because I'm not strictly looking to build a one dimensional rock crawler or relaxed overlander. I drive aggressively on-road and off-road, including towing big loads.
There's definitely a trade that is not great to running smaller wheels. Especially so when running even taller tires.
The traction control system will complain in more aggressive driving because of all the added compliance and sideslip. Handling limits on-road and on tight switchbacks get reduced substantially with smaller wheels and more sidewall. The added sideslip will cause the traction control to interfere with a beep beep, grabbing of brakes, and cutting of power. Simple things like a more aggressive right hand turn at an intersection to merge can trip the traction control.
This also impacts off-road and aggressive baja style driving where again the traction control will kick in. Airing down only further exacerbates the problem off-road. I hate that as I like to drive spiritedly offroad.
There are some mitigations like using more air pressure than RCTIP, which can help bring limits back to a degree. At the cost to ride quality and compliance. Off-road, turning on the center diff will disable traction control for more fun again, but I only do this on more lose surfaces.
Long way to say for 35s and 37s, I prefer 18s.
I already miss my 35x12.5s on dubs for the added performance and pace. Same reason I dislike narrows that compromise cornering, and will always go full fat.
So If I'm running 1.5" spacers now and use the ICONs with 25mm offset, is that too much offset? Or do I need to take the spacers off and just use the methods (35mm) or icons (25mm)?
I don't think I linked my 37s build thread which should give some more insight into offset. My goals may be different than most as I'm running full fenders on only a .75" body lift. Most doing 37s have chosen a taller BL and cut fenders. Just don't underestimate how much uptravel there is into the fenders.
Stock on 31s, then 33s, 35s, and now what feels like build v37 of Flexus on 37s. Can't leave well enough alone and it's an itch that must be scratched. Previous build on 35s - Builds - TeCKis300 LX570 "FLX" Build -...
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