anewfoundsin said:
thanks for the responses. .. . i didnt know ONE inch of a tire size can make a big difference. i want it to be for performance (fast and gas efficent and look nice) so im not getin chrome now. and i dont think im gonna low it. its too expensive. $700 for TRD springs installed. (i dont want to get anything else on springs, just TRD's) for only 1 inch!?!?
now im thinking gun metal rims. black on the inside with a silver outline ... are those heavy??
1 inch does make quite a bit of difference, especially since most of the added weight is on the outer area of the wheel. Weight actually multiplies when its spinning, and the further out from the pivot point you move it, the more it multiplies. A good rule of thumb for wheels is 1lb for every inch of diameter, so look for wheels that around 17lbs each for a nice balance between price and decent performance. The 2ZZ isn't exactly a torquey engine, don't make its life harder by trying to spin some heavy ass chromies.
TRD springs aren't necessarily the best, and imo definately aren't worth $700. For a little more you could get some GC sleeves and good struts.