Lexus to Avalon Tire/Rim Question

[NRecob]

Anybody know--Will 2002 lexus GS300 factory rims (w/ 225 60 16 tires) fit on my stock '95 avalon (it currently has 205 65 15's on stock Toyota Avalon alloy rims)? I know little about tires and even less about rims so I thought I'd ask the experts

Thanks for any and all info.

[pmesfun]

They will fit, but you'll probably need spacers.

[NRecob]

pmesfun, thank you for the info!

[robcam13]

the gs has a 40mm offset and the avalon has a 35mm offset. the front may work but it may rub on the suspension on the rear without a spacer. and a 205/60r16 will keep your speedometer the same.

[NRecob]

Originally Posted by robcam13

the gs has a 40mm offset and the avalon has a 35mm offset. the front may work but it may rub on the suspension on the rear without a spacer. and a 205/60r16 will keep your speedometer the same.

Thanks robcam13 and pmesfun--you've saved me a LOT of grief! I owe you both a Sam Adams [or whatever your particular poison is ] Thanks again.

Now if I can get my crapped out tires swapped out for something decent without spending $500-$600 I'll be happy....

[fourwheeler]

I have a set of Michelins I'm happy with and they currently have a $70 off rebate when you buy 4.

[NRecob]

Originally Posted by fourwheeler

I have a set of Michelins I'm happy with and they currently have a $70 off rebate when you buy 4.

Yeah I'd seen their Mail in rebate--I like Michelin (I had some Cross Terrains on my previous ride and they were niiice

[GreatAvalon]

what about 215/55/17 and a rim with 45 offset fitting a 97 avalon? currently with stock 205/65/15

[NRecob]

Originally Posted by GreatAvalon

what about 215/55/17 and a rim with 45 offset fitting a 97 avalon? currently with stock 205/65/15

i have no idea.....but I am gonna try a set of 215 60 16's (w/factory rims from a Camry) tomorrow--maybe those will fit without needing spacers???

[GreatAvalon]

Originally Posted by NRecob

i have no idea.....but I am gonna try a set of 215 60 16's (w/factory rims from a Camry) tomorrow--maybe those will fit without needing spacers???

I just checked online with a tire size converter and its only 2.53% difference which they say is alright. But yea the offset is the tricky thing...I think they will fit fine b/c an experienced rim person told me that switching from a 38mm offset which is what i have now, to a 45mm offset will be fine and that i wont need spacers.

Definitely post on this with what you find out tomorrow.

[NRecob]

While doing a Google seach I found this info. Caveat: No idea if the following info is accurate/complete so use at your own risk):





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: wheels from other cars that will fit 1st generation avalons

dhen
12-13-2008, 09:01 PM
Hi everyone,

I found this list on a forum for Land Rovers. Anyway, apparently there are a lot of cars that have the same bolt pattern and wheel offset as an Avalon. Hopefully this list is useful to someone:

16x7, Bolt Pattern 5x114.3, Offset 42

Acura CL 2001 - 2003
Acura Integra Type R 1997 - 2001
Acura Legend 1991 - 1995
Acura RL 3.5 1996 - 2004
Acura RSX 2002 - NOW
Acura TL 3.2 1996 - 1998
Acura TL 3.2 1999 - 2003
Chrysler 300M 1998 - 2004
Chrysler Concorde 1993 - 2004
Chrysler LHS 1994 - 2004
Chrysler New Yorker 1994 - 1999
Chrysler Sebring Coupe 1995 - 2002
Chrysler Sebring Coupe 2003 - NOW
Chrysler Town and Country 1990 - NOW
Daewoo Leganza 1999 - 2002
Dodge Avenger 1995 - 2000
Dodge Caravan 6 cyl. 1996 - NOW
Dodge Grand Caravan 1988 - 1995
Dodge Intrepid 1993 - 2004
Dodge Stratus Coupe 1995 - NOW
Eagle Talon 1989 - 1998
Eagle Vision 1993 - 1996
Ford Crown Victoria 2003 - NOW
Ford Freestar 2004 - NOW
Ford Mustang 2005 - NOW
Ford Probe 1989 - 1997
Honda Accord 2003 - NOW
Honda Accord V6 1998 - 2002
Honda Element 2003 - NOW
Honda Odyssey 1998 - 1998
Honda Odyssey 1999 - 2001
Honda Odyssey 2002 - 2004
Honda Odyssey 2005 - NOW
Honda Pilot 2002 - NOW
Hyundai Santa Fe 2001 - NOW
Hyundai Tiburon 2003 - NOW
Hyundai Tucson 2005 - NOW
Hyundai XG300 2001 - 2001
Hyundai XG350 2002 - NOW
Infiniti G35 Sedan 2002 - 2004
Infiniti I30 1996 - 2001
Infiniti I35 2002 - NOW
Infiniti J30 1992 - 1997
Infiniti Q45 1990 - 1997
Infiniti Q45 1998 - 2001
Kia Amanti 2004 - NOW
Kia Sedona 2002 - NOW
Land Rover Freelander 2002 - NOW
Lexus ES 300 1991 - 2003
Lexus ES 330 2004 - NOW
Lexus GS 300 1993 - 2001
Lexus GS 400 1993 - 2001
Lexus GS 430 2002 - NOW
Lexus IS 300 2001 - NOW
Lexus IS 300 SportCross 2002 - NOW
Lexus LS 400 1990 - 1992
Lexus SC 300 1995 - 2001
Lexus SC 400 1992 - 2001
Lincoln TownCar 2003 - NOW
Mazda 626 1988 - 2002
Mazda 929 1988 - 1991
Mazda 929 1992 - 1995
Mazda Mazda 3 2004 - NOW
Mazda Mazda 6 2003 - NOW
Mazda Millennia 1995 - 2002
Mazda MPV 2000 - 2003
Mazda MPV 2004 - NOW
Mazda MPV - VAN 2WD 1989 - 1999
Mazda MX-6 1988 - 1997
Mazda Protege 5 2002 - 2003
Mazda RX-7 1986 - 1992
Mercury Grand Marquis 2003 - NOW
Mitsubishi Diamante 1991 - 2000
Mitsubishi Diamante 2001 - NOW
Mitsubishi Eclipse 1989 - 1999
Mitsubishi Eclipse 2000 - NOW
Mitsubishi Galant 2004 - NOW
Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart 2004 - NOW
Mitsubishi Outlander 2003 - NOW
Nissan 240SX SE 1995 - 1998
Nissan Altima 2001 - NOW
Nissan Maxima 1989 - 2003
Nissan Quest 1993 - NOW
Plymouth Grand Voyager 1988 - 2004
Plymouth Laser 1989 - 2004
Plymouth Voyager 6 cyl. 1996 - 2004
Saturn VUE 2002 - NOW
Toyota Avalon 1995 - 2004
Toyota Camry 1992 - NOW
Toyota Camry SE, XLE 2002 - NOW
Toyota Cressida 1989 - 1992
Toyota MR-2 1991 - 1995
Toyota Previa All Trac 1990 - 1997
Toyota Previa LE 1990 - 1997
Toyota RAV4 1996 - NOW
Toyota Sienna 1998 - 2003
Toyota Sienna FWD 2004 - NOW
Toyota Solara 1999 - 2003
Toyota Solara 2004 - NOW
Toyota Supra 1986 - 1992
Toyota Tacoma 2WD 1995 - 2000
Toyota Tacoma 2WD 2001 - 2004
ImDisaster
04-04-2009, 12:08 AM
Great info. Keep in mind, that while offset is important, so is backspacing (which determines clearance to inside and struts. Offset is the distance from the front of the hub face to the centerline of the tire. Backspacing is the distance from the hub face to the inside rim lip.

http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/tech/...currentpage=92

Also, keep in mind that while these rims might work, the tires from the other vehicles might not.

I went with 17x7.5's with 38mm of offset and 5.78" of backspacing. Tire size was 215/50's.

18's will work if you go to 215/45's.

I've seen people go as large as 20", but not seen those recommended on tire fitting websites...probably because of clearance issues.
Param
04-11-2009, 10:34 AM
Low profile tires, do NOT have the required minimum Load Index for you car. Minimum load index for Avalon is 92. However, if you are looking for a bigger tire size, you won't find many low profile tires with the proper load index.

Further, having a radius too different than the original could cause more than just the speed difference. I woul stay within 3% variance, which would further limits the choices.


For tire speed variance:
http://www.1010tires.com/tiresizecalculator.asp

For bolt pattern (off set & center bore as well )of other wheels:
http://www.discountedwheelwarehouse...._Reference.cfm

Speed rating , load index explanations:
http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tirete....jsp?techid=35

Wheel alignment short description:
http://www.familycar.com/alignment.htm
ImDisaster
04-12-2009, 09:23 AM
Low profile tires, do NOT have the required minimum Load Index for you car. Minimum load index for Avalon is 92. However, if you are looking for a bigger tire size, you won't find many low profile tires with the proper load index.


Not sure why you think lower profile tires won't be above 92? Pull up 215/50 17's at the TireRack and you can find plenty over 92...95 even. I went with a tire rated 91. Remember, actual load capacity, vs. max. load capacity, is related to tire pressure. I run at a slightly higher tire pressure...which yields better mileage. The tradeoff is stiffer handling.

Where people get in trouble is when they get crazy and go with 20's and spring lowering kits.
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[GreatAvalon]

oh yea man this is awesome. Cant believe you found this...JACKPOT!

Thanks for posting this on here. How did those Camry rims work for you?

[NRecob]

Originally Posted by GreatAvalon

oh yea man this is awesome. Cant believe you found this...JACKPOT!

Thanks for posting this on here. How did those Camry rims work for you?

Again, I can't vouch for the accuracy/completeness of the list--use at your own peril.

Finally, haven't been able to try the Camry tires yet--it may have to be next week before that happens now...

[NRecob]

Originally Posted by GreatAvalon

oh yea man this is awesome. Cant believe you found this...JACKPOT!

Thanks for posting this on here. How did those Camry rims work for you?

Again, I can't vouch for the accuracy/completeness of the list (there seems to be some discrepancies in the offset numbers etc)--use at your own peril.

Finally, haven't been able to try the Camry tires yet--it may have to be next week before that happens now...