Wheel offsets

[Gribbsmy13]

Hi all, I am looking at a set of 20" rims for the d4.
My question is, will an OFfset of +45 fit with a 275/55/20 tyre?

I think the standard offset is + 53

[Redback]

Hi all, I am looking at a set of 20" rims for the d4.
My question is, will an OFfset of +45 fit with a 275/55/20 tyre?

I think the standard offset is + 53

I don't know about 20" rims, but 17" rims with + 45 fits, I had BMW rims on my D4(2.7L) for a while.

Baz.

[Geedublya]

The width of the tyre will be OK with that offset. The problem could be the diameter as 275/55/20 is pretty big and will rub according to Gordon. Apparently you can modify the wheel wells to minimise this.

It would be great if you could try them as they are a good size with a few tyres available, I'm just not game to be the guinea pig.

[Gribbsmy13]

That's my issue. I don't mind making a decision when informed, but guinea pig I am not

[Gribbsmy13]

I though the modification was only required on the 285's? Gordon, are you able to clarify at all? Also in the offset?

[Redback]

I though the modification was only required on the 285's? Gordon, are you able to clarify at all? Also in the offset?

I can confirm it will rub, I just remembered Discowhite on this forum, had 275s on 18s and they rubbed on the standard offset, so I would imagine the mod would need to be done to the wheel well with that size, you're right on the limit of rolling diameter that fits in the wheel well, at 31.9", even with the extra offset I'd say it will still rub.

Baz.

[Gribbsmy13]

So I guess if I dropped to a 265/50/20 it might work? Are the rang tyres in this size?

[Redback]

Have a look at this,
245/60-R20 vs 265/55-R20 Tire Comparison - Tire Size Calculator (http://www.tacomaworld.com/forum/tirecalc.php'tires=245-60r20-265-55r20)

[Redback]

So I guess if I dropped to a 265/50/20 it might work? Are the rang tyres in this size?

OK I got this quote from the picture thread in this section, this vehicle is a RRS


Pirelli Scorpion ATRs are 275/55R20, slightly larger than stock, giving a little extra height. On really tight full lock just touch the inner wheel well liner. On road and off these are very quiet. Certainly no louder than the stock Pirelli Verde All Season and far better off road.

From the additional fuse block I run the accessories, Shuroo, LED driving lights, roof rack light, additional front camera etc. Wanted to keep all my additions completely separate from the LR loom. Xenons are fine, but the LED is better!
Cheers
CA

PS on the look out for a black rat.

[Gribbsmy13]

Cheers that looks promising. I'll track down the person that posted and ask for more details

[gghaggis]

That quote was for a 2014 RRS - a very different beast!

275/55R20 will fit, but you'll have rubbing on the plastic wheel-well liners under full compression (and the inside of the front bumper when turning). There's a doc on my website for mods needed to fit 275/65R18 - they're both basically the same size, so it should apply.

Don't expect the D4 to handle the same on a 32" tyre though!

Cheers,

Gordon

[Redback]

Tyre sizing is very confusing, and width will depend on the shape of the tyre face, don't assume a 275/55/20 to be wider than a 265/50/20 or 265/55/20, these may be a smaller rolling diameter, but they may be wider tyre.

Baz.

[Geedublya]

You can get 265 50 18 ATs from Nitto (Terra Grappler) and Kuhmo (KL61). The Nittos can be had for around $250 each and the Kuhmos for $300.

There are also Cooper LTZ in 285 50 20 and 275 45 20, the 285 should be OK with the offset of the wheels you are looking at. With the standard offset they apparently run very close to the suspension.

I will probably go for the Nittos when my Pirellis finally wear out.

I have to say I have been very happy with the OEM Pirelli Scorpion Zero, unfortunately they are $400-500 each and I want to try something with a little more sidewall next.