LX Wheel Downgrade please

[mcgaskins]

Really looks bad ass raised

Thanks I dig it too. Pretty soon I'll do the AHC sensor lift to give it a touch more static height permanently.

 

[Hoot23]

Only issue I see is that you’ll never get stuck with those blizzard’s on there and narrow in the snow is probably better.

Thanks for your thoughts.

 

[Hoot23]

That would be a much smaller tire. The downsides I see:

-you will sit lower to the ground
-you will put on more miles than stock on your odometer.
-If your Blizzaks are V1s, I believe the load index for that tire is only 110, which would not be sufficient for a fully loaded 200.


Here is the difference vs stock diameter:

285/60-18 265/60-18 Difference
Diameter inches (mm) 31.46 (799.2) 30.52 (775.2) -0.94 (-24) -3%
Width inches (mm) 11.22 (285) 10.43 (265) -0.79 (-20) -7%
Circum. inches (mm) 98.85 (2510.76) 95.88 (2435.36) -2.97 (-75.4) -3%
Sidewall Height inches (mm) 6.73 (171) 6.26 (159) -0.47 (-12) -7%
Revolutions per mile (km) 640.98 (398.28) 660.82 (410.62) 19.84 (12.33) 3.1%


Speedometer Difference
Speedo Reading Actual Speed
20 mph (32.19 km/h) 19.4 mph (31.22 km/h)
25 mph (40.23 km/h) 24.25 mph (39.03 km/h)
30 mph (48.28 km/h) 29.1 mph (46.83 km/h)
35 mph (56.33 km/h) 33.95 mph (54.64 km/h)
40 mph (64.37 km/h) 38.8 mph (62.44 km/h)
45 mph (72.42 km/h) 43.65 mph (70.25 km/h)
50 mph (80.47 km/h) 48.5 mph (78.05 km/h)
55 mph (88.51 km/h) 53.35 mph (85.86 km/h)
60 mph (96.56 km/h) 58.2 mph (93.66 km/h)
65 mph (104.61 km/h) 63.05 mph (101.47 km/h)

Here is the difference between what you are running now:

Diameter inches (mm) 33.16 (842.2) 30.52 (775.2) -2.64 (-67) -8%
Width inches (mm) 10.83 (275) 10.43 (265) -0.39 (-10) -3.6%
Circum. inches (mm) 104.17 (2645.85) 95.88 (2435.36) -8.29 (-210.49) -8%
Sidewall Height inches (mm) 7.58 (192.5) 6.26 (159) -1.32 (-33.5) -17.4%
Revolutions per mile (km) 608.25 (377.95) 660.82 (410.62) 52.57 (32.67) 8.6%

If you want to use the wheels with winter tires, I'd recommend a winter tire in a 255/70 R18. That will give you better height, an adequate load range, and a skinnier wheel for better winter traction.

Thanks Bamma! I really appreciate the info. I've been debating back and forth for a few weeks now. You just gave me more than enough info for me to make the decision. If I do decide to put them on I will know exactly what the effects are. Thanks again!

 

[garymyman]

These are of another member’s rig, I saved them a while back as inspiration.

 

[Atwalz]

I have 5-18” stock LC wheels, with one good spare and 5 tpms, if anyone wants them. They are listed in classified.

 

[Schattenjager]

I have 5-18” stock LC wheels, with one good spare and 5 tpms, if anyone wants them. They are listed in classified.

Sadly I am in Montana and don't need tires, but that should be a nice deal for someone!

 

[cbnat]

I am on 275/60r20 with the stock wheels and I do not rub, even with mud flaps on. These tires fit the wheel wells nicely and look so much more proportional to the heft of the vehicle. My next set will be the BFG AT KO2's. I have the Michelin Defenders now, they ride as quiet and soft as stock.


Just an FYI for the KO2's 275/60r20 is a D rated tire 275/65r20 is an E rated tire. The price difference is pretty negligible.

 

[RyanR]

I went about as big as you can with the OEM 20s - 275/65/20 which is a 34” tire. No clearance issues after I removed the mud flaps but I would never run chains up front because there just isn’t enough clearance on the UCA. In the rear I don’t think there would be any issues. Here it is in the neutral position:

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And in the high position from another angle. These tires are appreciably bigger than my 285/70/17 ATZs on the Tacoma:

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I assume you are not with a skinny tire, but are you running any spacers with your setup?

 

[mcgaskins]

I assume you are not with a skinny tire, but are you running any spacers with your setup?

I am not running spacers, and I have about 800 miles on the setup so far with no regrets. I do not care for spacers, and honestly I don't think it needs them. The only noticeable part of the tires is their weight (and overall height added of course), but it doesn't bother me at all since it still drives excellent.

 

[RyanR]

I am not running spacers, and I have about 800 miles on the setup so far with no regrets. I do not care for spacers, and honestly I don't think it needs them. The only noticeable part of the tires is their weight (and overall height added of course), but it doesn't bother me at all since it still drives excellent.

Thanks for the feeback! I actually had ordered some 305/55R20 tires and 1/2" BORA hub centric spacers. The need to cut down my stock wheel studs, run spacers as well as the wider tire has had me second guessing my decision. I like the wide rubber for dry roads, but a lot of my driving is in the mountains and in the snow and a skinnier tire definitely performs better in the winter driving conditions.

 

[SWUtah]

Thanks for the feeback! I actually had ordered some 305/55R20 tires and 1/2" BORA hub centric spacers. The need to cut down my stock wheel studs, run spacers as well as the wider tire has had me second guessing my decision. I like the wide rubber for dry roads, but a lot of my driving is in the mountains and in the snow and a skinnier tire definitely performs better in the winter driving conditions.

If you’re looking at BFG K02305 5520s and 285 5520s the tread width is with in 1/10 of an inch Plus fit with no rubbing and looks good. I’m talking about tread width 285 is 10.1 inch 305 is 10.2 inch

 

[RyanR]

If you’re looking at BFG K02305 5520s and 285 5520s the tread width is with in 1/10 of an inch Plus fit with no rubbing and looks good. I’m talking about tread width 285 is 10.1 inch 305 is 10.2 inch

Good to know! I was looking at Falken Wildpeak AT3W 305/55R20 vs Falken Wildpeak AT3W 275/65R20. Manufacturer stated treadwidth is 10.4" vs. 9.1" so there is a decent difference.

WILDPEAK A/T3W TIRE

 

[mcgaskins]

Thanks for the feeback! I actually had ordered some 305/55R20 tires and 1/2" BORA hub centric spacers. The need to cut down my stock wheel studs, run spacers as well as the wider tire has had me second guessing my decision. I like the wide rubber for dry roads, but a lot of my driving is in the mountains and in the snow and a skinnier tire definitely performs better in the winter driving conditions.

That doesn't sound like a good idea. I think you're local to me, so if you want to swing by and check it out and even take it for a spin just let me know. I drive around 75-80mph daily, and it's rock solid. The tires did really well in the small snow storms we've had in the last week too.

 

[RyanR]

That doesn't sound like a good idea. I think you're local to me, so if you want to swing by and check it out and even take it for a spin just let me know. I drive around 75-80mph daily, and it's rock solid. The tires did really well in the small snow storms we've had in the last week too.

I'd actually love to take you up on your offer! I am really curious to see how the driving dynamics change and what the road noise is like as I drive 50 miles round trip on the highway every day. The noise on my FJ probably took 5 years off my hearing, ugh!

 

[mcgaskins]

I'd actually love to take you up on your offer! I am really curious to see how the driving dynamics change and what the road noise is like as I drive 50 miles round trip on the highway every day. The noise on my FJ probably took 5 years off my hearing, ugh!

No problem. I should be around almost all weekend, so shoot me a PM and we'll exchange numbers.

 

[SWUtah]

With my LX and these 56 lb BFG AT/KO2's 285/55/20's I drive in normal range under 55 mph and sport range over 55 mph. Handles better like its on rails and very solid at high speed in sport mode. Don't notice any road noise in the LX with these but mine has less then 5k miles on them.

 

[gaijin]

So, I have a question heading the other way. I dont want to hijack the thread but thought it might fit here so apologies if it doesnt. I'm wondering if there are any issues that anyone would know of if I put 265/60/18's on my 200. I have 275/70/18's on right now with KO2's and they are great. The reason I ask is we recently sold the 100 series(and yes, we constantly ask ourselves if it was a mistake), and I have a set of 18's with Blizzaks in that size from the 100 series that didnt go to the buyer. Wondering if they would work well on the 200 for the winter or if I am better off just selling them. I just know that I wont get their worth if I sell them. I'm assuming they might look a little goofy but other than that wondering if I would have any issues. Thanks!

Your decision should be an easy one.

The P265/60R18 snow tires from your 100 have a MAXIMUM Load Limit of 2271 pounds.

The MINIMUM required Load Limit for your 200 is 2512 pounds.

It would be unsafe to use those snow tires on your 200.

Period.

HTH