As it says on the tin what do i need to be looking for for new wheels for LS400 & any other info on what other models of lexus or makes of car share the same stats?
Ta
Si

the pcd is 5x114.3
dont know what the offset is
but i do know that is200 wheel dont fit as the offset is to small

PCD for all Lexus models is 114.3 I am pretty sure that the offset for the LS is 50.
I like the MAZDA RX8 wheels which apparently fit straight on with no modification.
Pic here of a members car with RX8 rims fitted


Ebay RX8 alloys

crap i just sold 3 sets of RX7 wheels......
Si

is200 wheels do fit - few members on here have done it

ok so we now have conflicting infobut that would be good as there seems to be much more choice on the IS200 wheels at least on ebay etc
So anyone cofnirm or deny?
Ta
Si

Si, check this post out. Lexus alloys on all models are interchangeable. Just that in some cases you may need spacer depending on the wheel size. i.e. if it is an 18" wheel being fitted to a OEM 16" fitment.

PCD Post on LOC

NOPE CHART ONLY COVERS LS400 FROM 91 - 94 NO POST 1994 INFO AT ALL

94 on and the LS430 are the same PCD and Offsets

Also Aftermarket Alloys fitment guide link
fitment guide Lexus

nope ..no entry on link for ls430

Nope ?????

Click on LS430 it then goes to the next page and tells you
LS430 pcd Offset etc.


Make - Lexus Model - LS 430 Year - 00> PCD - 5x114 Offset - 38 to 45 Bore - 60.1
Recommended fitments, 18" 2454518 19" 2454019 20" 2453520.
If package tyre is different from our recommendations, click to upgrade or remove tyres.
Results may show a 4 or 5 stud picture, ignore this as results are listed by fitment. Tyre calculator.

sorry the is200 wheels do fit but have to have about 10-12mm spacers then you can see that they have spacers and look bad but they do fit

cheers for all that.
Will need to look for wheels soon, well may as well, as will need a new set of boots for MOT anyways.

Question mode round 29, what are the standard tyre sizes on 16" wheels as i had a spare set in the boot when i bought car but noticed they're not the same as currently on.......
I'll have a look later.
Thanks
Si

Hi Scooby,

Think standrad is 225/55 ... did you get your newwheels or tyres yet ?

I to am looking. I have a series 4 1999 ls400 and had a set sent which didnt fit so am wary of offset issue.

I have a '98 mk4 LS400 and have fitted 10 spoke 17" IS250 wheels without any issues.

Ian

not bought any yet, i still have crap set, but very light & good for track days which i'll probably use for getting thru MOT & as my cash flows sorts out look for a blign set. Still focusing on gettign the bugger running right before i look at the cosmetic side too much.....
Cheers for info so far all usefull stuff
Si

so lets see if i have it right, IS200 has offset of 50? so anything less than that should easily fit (if i recall correctly that smaller number means it sticks out more & thus clears brakes easier?) on a 5x114 pcd wheel generally speaking?
ta
Si

or is it 38 or more as i dunno some prats have labeled IS200 wheels on ebay as 38 offset & another as 50 so i'm still none the wiser & wana go wheel shopping
Si

The series 20 LS (UCF20 '94 on) has bigger 4-pot front brake calipers which need more clearance. That's probably why there's confusion about which wheels fit.

So i'm looking at a set of 8j 18" offset40 wheels which i'm thinkign should fit, any thoughts?
Would 225 40ZR18 be the size of tyre i'd want to keep sameish size?
Si

Any joy ? I am finding it difficult to locate a supplier for 17" I understand th eoffset is 38 - 42 dependiing on wheel design ..didi you find anything yet ...if so any photos?

I need to get new tyres for the ls400 fairly soon, should I stump for new alloys at the same time?

If I stay with the stock alloys whats it the best tyre for the car?