We have 20s on our car, but it has the AHC so the ride is different than non-AHC land cruisers. It’s certainly more comfortable. But, to my knowledge, wouldn’t more sidewall (therefore smaller rims) make for a more comfortable ride?
Do I need to be okay with the ride of my 2019 LC?
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Absolutely. I can tell you that the Rock Warrior wheel paired with LT285/70/17 Michelin Defender LTX (LT road tire) rides much better than the stock P285/50/20 Dunlops. There is also a significant reduction in noise.
I have 16LC and have switched from 18 to 20 wheels (running on LX570 wheels). Not offloading and the most truck have seen is driving on the beach which does without a problem.
Definitely handing is much better (less floaty). The ride was a little more bumpy on 20" as when got the wheels they had original 285/50r20 tires (skinny sidewalls). Since then went to a higher tire and currently running on Michelin Defender 275/60r20. Handles still good and wheel with tire combo makes proportions better. Definitely no regrets and fully recommend the move.
Definitely handing is much better (less floaty). The ride was a little more bumpy on 20" as when got the wheels they had original 285/50r20 tires (skinny sidewalls). Since then went to a higher tire and currently running on Michelin Defender 275/60r20. Handles still good and wheel with tire combo makes proportions better. Definitely no regrets and fully recommend the move.
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Love those wheels I see them on IG all the time. I wish I could buy them. I think these are the only 20" i like.
I don't agree with much of the statements here on how to make a 200-series handle better.
While she'll always be a pig on account of the weight, the 200-series has respectable suspension geometry to actually put up descent traction and hold a corner. As several have mentioned, the LX570 with AHC suspension might have better suited you better as it has an uncanny ability to provide solid ride and body control for sporty handling, while also adding to it's off-road ability.
It would be useful to understand and get specifically to what part of the handling you want to improve? Body control? On-road traction? Handling "feel" with a stiffer ride. All the above?
Tires, yes, but firmer riding and lower traction all-terrain KO2s would not be my idea of adding any real "handling". Perhaps that may be what you're looking for as some have suggested.
Generally, one can improve handling with more spring rate and damping. Upsizing wheels to a degree can help. A better tire with better suited compound to the surface and weather in your area. Understanding that some of these changes may compromise your experience elsewhere.
While she'll always be a pig on account of the weight, the 200-series has respectable suspension geometry to actually put up descent traction and hold a corner. As several have mentioned, the LX570 with AHC suspension might have better suited you better as it has an uncanny ability to provide solid ride and body control for sporty handling, while also adding to it's off-road ability.
It would be useful to understand and get specifically to what part of the handling you want to improve? Body control? On-road traction? Handling "feel" with a stiffer ride. All the above?
Tires, yes, but firmer riding and lower traction all-terrain KO2s would not be my idea of adding any real "handling". Perhaps that may be what you're looking for as some have suggested.
Generally, one can improve handling with more spring rate and damping. Upsizing wheels to a degree can help. A better tire with better suited compound to the surface and weather in your area. Understanding that some of these changes may compromise your experience elsewhere.
