Joined the 200 Club

[TJ96TLC]

Picking it up Friday....

This car is for my wife so don't beat me up on not going with the Land Cruiser. I have an 80 Series for the fun stuff. It's a 2009 Certified with 40K miles. Spent its whole life in Atlanta with a complete service history from the dealership I am purchasing it at. Super nice truck.

I am planning to read all of the FAQ and start researching. Anything I should know right off the bat? I am replacing the tires with the new Nitto Crossteks to help with rim protection and ride quality. I know my wife will kill the rims with the Michellins on it.

I am hoping a little taller tire will be more forgiving on the 20" wheel.
Should I go with the 275 60(32.99x10.98) or 275 55(31.80x11.10)??? Stock is 285 50(31.26x11.69). I don't think either one would cause issues. I am leaning towards the 275 55 to stay closer to factory spec. Thoughts???

 

[phatairman]

Awesome ride. I believe if you get rid of the 20 inch wheels, and go with 17 or 18, the 200 will ride tremendously better. Those wheels look great, but they greatly magnify bumps in the road.

 

[TJ96TLC]

I am gonna try some larger tires first..the ride is not bad by any means.

 

[bjowett]

Nice purchase.

Question for you..... Could you somewhat accurately measure the diameter of the front sway bay?

 

[TJ96TLC]

I sure can, give me a few days. I will use a micrometer

 

[bjowett]

Awesome, much appreciated. Sorry for the hyjack.

As for your tire question, IMO the 275/55R20 would be a better choice.

 

[TJ96TLC]

thanks...I think i will go with the 275 55

 

[geologic]

Tire size

I have the 275/55 on my sequoia wheels that came on my 11 LC and they work nicely. They are the same size that came on my wife's sequoia.

 

[BigDouggieDoug]

She is beautiful. Congrats! And that color is my favorite.