Got a new camry, need advice on wheels

[123camry]

I just signed a new 2008 SE model.

First mod I'd like to is change the wheels. I am looking at the GS430 wheels, but that is not that point here. For those Lexus wheels, or any 18x8 wheel for that matter, what size tire would fit?

From my readings here, 235-45-18, 245-45-18, and 235-50-18 tires will fit. So my question is, which tire size will:

-not cause any rubbing
-look good with the stock suspension (wheel gap is of concern here, because I can't "drop" the car)
-be flush with the side of the body (wheel spacers perhaps?)
-most importantly, fit the wheels safely

Any input is greatly appreciated.

[mikes08trd]

I have 18x8 with a 235-45-18 tire. i did do the trd drop springs and have no rubbing or tight turned scrubbing issues. as far as wheel gap you will still have some.

[123camry]

how much do the TRD springs lower the car by ?

What did they cost?

That amount of wheel gap looks good to me, especially because I have to drive in the snow during the winter time.

[Punks_Not_Dead5]

do you have a V6 or an I4? V6 is 2" Front, 1.2" Rear...I4 is 1.4" front, 1.2" rear

[Alloy]

Snow is my major thing holding me off from lowering as well. The GS430 wheels are also my favorite wheels so far and I love the lowered look, but once it's lowered, the car would become a ice scraper in winter. Therefore, it would be interesting to know what would be the perfect tire size that offers the best look with stock suspension.

Originally Posted by 123camry

how much do the TRD springs lower the car by ?

What did they cost?

That amount of wheel gap looks good to me, especially because I have to drive in the snow during the winter time.

[Punks_Not_Dead5]

Originally Posted by Alloy

Snow is my major thing holding me off from lowering as well. The GS430 wheels are also my favorite wheels so far and I love the lowered look, but once it's lowered, the car would become a ice scraper in winter. Therefore, it would be interesting to know what would be the perfect tire size that offers the best look with stock suspension.

I'm lowered...snow never affected anything..i drive way up north every weekend in the winter, never got stuck, never plowed any. go for it

[123camry]

it is the I4 model.

Punk not dead, are those the lengths that the TRD springs will lower the car?

[123camry]

Also, do you guys think the wheel gap will be too big and look ugly on the stock suspension?

[Punks_Not_Dead5]

Originally Posted by 123camry

it is the I4 model.

Punk not dead, are those the lengths that the TRD springs will lower the car?

yes that's the TRD springs

[moky-tron]

Originally Posted by 123camry

Also, do you guys think the wheel gap will be too big and look ugly on the stock suspension?

depends on the tires you get, but...YES. the wheel gap is a killer...well for peach and me anyway lol

[PRINCESS PEACH]

Originally Posted by moky

depends on the tires you get, but...YES. the wheel gap is a killer...well for peach and me anyway lol

TRD springs lower your car?

[lammydi]

Originally Posted by moky

depends on the tires you get, but...YES. the wheel gap is a killer...well for peach and me anyway lol

Originally Posted by PrincessPeach

TRD springs lower your car?

Both of you are so bad! Making fun of us that have TRD/Eibach springs!
And you know what.....if I have coilover I would be saying the same thing.

[PRINCESS PEACH]

Originally Posted by lammydi

Both of you are so bad! Making fun of us that have TRD/Eibach springs!
And you know what.....if I have coilover I would be saying the same thing.

i may have coilovers. but you have other useful and better things, like a wife and kids lol. which is a great/overwhelming reason to stick w/ springs.

[lammydi]

Originally Posted by PrincessPeach

i may have coilovers. but you have other useful and better things, like a wife and kids lol. which is a great/overwhelming reasons to stick w/ springs.

Thank you. You are a wise youngster.

[theslowone]

i like not peeing blood...