I'm shopping for a Lexus RX 350. Prolly get an 08 or 09 as I prefer the layout of the interior/dash on that model. It will be daily driver with OEM wheels and recommended tires, maybe +1 ...
But occasionally it will have to go off-road. I made my living doing OHV trail assessments and erosion surveys for decades before I retired so I'm not concerned about my of the vehicle. But I'd like some more sidewall and a fatter casing to work with when I have to air down for sandy washes in the SoCal desert or the beaches in Oregon.
Stock is 65 aspect ratio on 17" wheels. There are constrictions to just growing tire size like the rear strut structure. So I'm considering 16" wheels with a 30mm positive offset. Coupled with 70 series tires I get more to work with.
This all works IF I can squeeze 16" wheels around the brakes on that model ?? All the pictures I see show clearance between caliper and rim that makes me think it's doable ...
Anyone know about this vehicle and wheel fitment ??
But occasionally it will have to go off-road. I made my living doing OHV trail assessments and erosion surveys for decades before I retired so I'm not concerned about my of the vehicle. But I'd like some more sidewall and a fatter casing to work with when I have to air down for sandy washes in the SoCal desert or the beaches in Oregon.
Stock is 65 aspect ratio on 17" wheels. There are constrictions to just growing tire size like the rear strut structure. So I'm considering 16" wheels with a 30mm positive offset. Coupled with 70 series tires I get more to work with.
This all works IF I can squeeze 16" wheels around the brakes on that model ?? All the pictures I see show clearance between caliper and rim that makes me think it's doable ...
Anyone know about this vehicle and wheel fitment ??