Thanks for all the input.
I think a few of you did not read the part of "using stock tire size"
I went back and add to the original post.
(currently with 15k on stock Turanza and yes I have read the complaints about them)
Has anyone done this to their SE ? 17" to 16" rims.
using (stock tire size)
p215/55r17
668mm height
p205/65r16
672mm height
I already asked Molson for tips on seeking comfort using 17" rims.
bigger tire OD, softer sidewall, etc.
link here, thx again Dave.
http://www.toyotanation.com/forum/310-7th-generation-2012/928521-215-60-17-tires-ride-comfort.html
Yes, I do like a sporty ride and drive in the mountains from time to time. But the daily commute is getting a bit annoying sometimes.
I DO wish the SE suspension is a bit softer, but I am also looking into less noise and vibration with the 16" tires with taller sidewalls. But I haven't came cross anyone on here that switched to 16" rims/tires, not snow just standard tires.
Basically, I saw a really cheap set of 2014 LE tires/wheel (Yew! steelies and hubcaps) :wink:
So I was wondering how much improvment in NVH. As someone mentioned, there will be performance lost. (how much?) And what I really want to know how much more "comfort" will I get with that 16" wheel/tire set.
And YES I know it's subjective. :wink:
And YES I am also aware of the LE shock/spring swap option.
And YES I am also aware of using sound insulation in the front doors.
What I didn't know is that swapping the TPMS would be THAT expensive.
No way to turn that damn TPMS off?
need to do some research on this..
NVH (noise, vibration, harshness,) perception is a notoriously subjective thing. Even if we could share quantitative data, most non-engineering types probably couldn't even relate. So when the OP asked about how much ride quality would improve by reducing rim diameter from 17" to 16", I had to smile. That's like asking, "If I use A1 steak sauce instead of Worcestershire sauce on my hamburger, how much would taste improve?" 7.2 tasteggins, of course. (Just kidding.)
Come on, that's some exaggeration there.:wink:
BTW, I am an engineering dropout, so I know some stuff...:grin: