Post of all Rims and Tires out there!

[89Vette]

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/thumbs/New_Tires.jpg (http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/showphoto.php/photo/22021) There we got but how do I get the size bigger?

Look at the filename pasted in your link. It's got "thumbs" in the path. Just copy the link from the full-size pic (when opened). That'll get it.

What kind of wheels are those? Offset or backspace? Are they 9's?

[Ldub]

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/thumbs/New_Tires.jpg (http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/showphoto.php/photo/22021) There we got but how do I get the size bigger?


Look at the filename pasted in your link. It's got "thumbs" in the path. Just copy the link from the full-size pic (when opened). That'll get it.

Yeh...what him sez...:yesgray:

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/New_Tires.jpg

[Lizardmen3477]

Vette they are 22x9.5 with an offset of +10mm and backspace is 5.6''. I get a little less mpg with these guys then over my stock ones.( most likely due to the sheer weight of these comp to stock)

[Vendetta]

Don't forget Lizard that your tires are larger than OEM and are throwing off your ODO and speedometer by 8.532% LESS than how far/fast you're actually going.

Also, your OD is 32.09" according to the calculator at 1010tires (http://www.1010tires.com/TireSizeCalculator.asp).

-V

[89Vette]

Don't forget Lizard that your tires are larger than OEM and are throwing off your ODO and speedometer by 8.532% LESS than how far/fast you're actually going.

Also, your OD is 32.09" according to the calculator at 1010tires (http://www.1010tires.com/TireSizeCalculator.asp).

-V

Ooooh...you're a keen stickler. AFAICT, they look like Nitto NT420's. On their website, the OD is listed exactly as 32.09". Considering variance from brand-to-brand, I'm surprised they come out EXACTLY the same as the 1010's calculator!

I REALLY like those rims, lizardman! 5-spoke, 6-lug wheels are rare. What make/model are they? FWIW, I like the wheel/tire ratio and how they fill the wells. Better than any other 22's I've seen pictured in this thread. And, I like the 45's way better than the appearance of your older 35's....

I like the addition of the chrome nerf bar too!
:ThumbsUP!:

[H3_VX]

Will increasing my OD by only 0.5" have any affect on my TOD or any other functions? I currently have 29.5" and my next tire setup will be 30" hopefully. Maybe even 30.5". Depending on which tire I go with.

[deermagnet]

H3, the only thing that will affect will be your speedo and odo. They both will be very slightly wrong. Not much at all. There are online tire calculators that will give you the exact percentage they'll be off by.

Mark

[H3_VX]

H3, the only thing that will affect will be your speedo and odo. They both will be very slightly wrong. Not much at all. There are online tire calculators that will give you the exact percentage they'll be off by.

Mark

Really? With only half an inch. I figured it wouldn't make any difference at all. Thanks.

[deermagnet]

Well I did say very slightly, not much at all. The 1/2" may be so small it doesn't matter. There has to be some difference.

Mark

[H3_VX]

Well I did say very slightly, not much at all. The 1/2" may be so small it doesn't matter. There has to be some difference.

Mark

I hear ya. :smilegray

I'm thinking of picking up some NTG's @ 255/60/18. Good price and good looking tire. Also heard from many it has long life.

[Vendetta]

I hear ya. :smilegray

I'm thinking of picking up some NTG's @ 255/60/18. Good price and good looking tire. Also heard from many it has long life.

Compared to the OEM 245/60/18s on your 2001, your new tires will yield a negligible 1.59% reduction in reported speed and distance traveled. You'll be going ever so slightly faster and farther than your speedo and odo tell you.

Probably within industry standards.

-V

[Rampage108]

I just picked up a set of 265 60 18 Hankook atm. They look and grip amazing. still playing in the mountain snow with them

[sean_grigoros]

what is the biggest tire and wheel could go for without lifting the truck with original suspension.

[VX KAT]

what is the biggest tire and wheel could go for without lifting the truck with original suspension.

um, please don't take any offense, :o but you've seriously gotta start trying the "search" function...that question is probably either #1 or #2 most common question. There's thread after thread on it. in fact there's one with the exact same words you used in your question..... read up on the topic, it will help you decide how to proceed or what you need to consider in your decision making.

[VXobsession]

Yep, these will be mine as soon as they come in.
http://www.ballistic-wheels.com/Black-Ballistic-Jester-814---ballistic-jester-814-black

[H3_VX]

Yep, these will be mine as soon as they come in.
http://www.ballistic-wheels.com/Black-Ballistic-Jester-814---ballistic-jester-814-black

I love Ballistic wheels. I have some Ballistic Wizards for my H3. Just saving up some cash to buy some tires to go with them.

[Ldub]

Yep, these will be mine as soon as they come in.
http://www.ballistic-wheels.com/Black-Ballistic-Jester-814---ballistic-jester-814-black

That there iz a sic look'n wheel...:thumbup:

Just saw a set for real, on a chev 4x @ the local fleet/farm...:drool:
Circled the truck a couple of times...before I realized the owner was sitting in the drivers seat...with a WTF? look on his face...:mbrasd:

A quick :thumbup:, & he knew I was diggn' his wheels...:yesgray:

That's my story, & I'm stickn' to it.

[89Vette]

Here are the Viscera 777 wheels with 285/50-20 Falken tires mounted on them.

http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f152/greggpenn/MyVehicross/P1070346a.jpg

FWIW, these wheels wheren't totally bolt-on. I had to convert the front hub bolts from the allen-cap screw to hex, then grind off nearly half of their head profile for the wheels to hit the backing plate. (Longer studs and spacers would have been another option -- or machine shop to remove about 3/16" from the inside bore depth.)

I also had to modify a bit of the wheel well. A bit of the front well edge was trimmed of and I had to "persuade" one screw on the backside [to intend further via use of a hammer].

These say 31.3" on Falken's website. Kinda hard to see how 33"er's can fit without serious lift. FWIW, I cranked the front up an inch but put it back where it was. I was leaned toward the budget lift (spacers in the rear), but think I like it as-is.

I do really like the big wheel on small truck look. My neighbor thinks it looks like a giant RC car.

[VXorado]

Looks good Vette. :thumbup:

Could you add more info for the rims? I see they're 17" rims from the tire info. Do you have the width and offset?

[89Vette]

First of all, I goofed. (I corrected the previous post.)

My vette has 17's. I typed 17 as force of habit! <embarassed>. The VX is fitted with 20"er's now.

These Viscera's are 20x9" with 10mm offset. Here are some additional views (http://vehicross.info/forums/showpost.php?p=260696&postcount=12) if you like. You can probably tell by the shadow, but they sit outboard just a tad. Not very noticable though. Probably is less than 1/2".

[tom4bren]

Really? With only half an inch. I figured it wouldn't make any difference at all. Thanks.

Remember that the speedo is really just measuring the RPM of the tire & converting that to rate for distance traveled. Likewise, the ODO is just measuring the number of revolutions of the tire & converting it to distance traveled. It all boils down to the circumference of the tire which is directly proportional to the diameter (c=d*pi).

So ... the easiest way to wrap your mind around it is that the % increase you make tire diameter, your speedo & odo will be off by the same % (going from a 30" tire to a 33" tire will throw your guages off by 10%).

As a matter of fact, if you were to calibrate your speedo against a GPS with new tires, then again when the tires are used up, you should see a difference (small but measurable).

[wekilled]

I recently downloaded the. Motometal Pdf catalog. Looking at page 13, the black MO959 rims come in a variety of configurations. This includes rim size, various offsets, and the obvious lug numbers. Looks like the lugs are a no brainer, and i wanted to get 18 inch rims. I had three questions for a nonlifted VX: ( to see if these will these even fit)

Best width (9 or 10")
Best offset that wont stick out ridiculously far
They didnt list the centers either -i think ours is 100mm

[Maddawg]

http://i50.tinypic.com/1z7356v.jpg
http://i49.tinypic.com/28tgqc4.jpg
http://i48.tinypic.com/1juglv.jpg
http://i48.tinypic.com/fcsj8k.jpg
Procomp wheels PXA-8101, 8x16, 108mm center, 0 offset, 4.5" backspacing
Toyo Open Country tires, M/T 285/75R16/10 ply, 33.0" dia x 11.5"
3" lift: JRS Springs, cranked torsion bars

[LittleBeast]

So, my new tires are at exactly 35", but remember I have 4.78 gears in. So now that I am averaging just over 200miles per tank, what is the actual miles? What do I multiply by?

[tom4bren]

I'm talkin out my arse here because I really don't know, but:

4.78 is the number of revolutions of the drive shaft for each revolution of the tire. So if you swapped from 4.11s to 4.78s, then your ODO & Speedo should be off by 16%.

But ...

You also increased your tire diameter (from 29" to 35") for a difference of 20% but in the opposite direction. Your net SHOULD be a 4% change in your ODO & Speedo.

The best way to check is just to compare your mph to the reading on a GPS or to run a known distance and compare the ODO reading (the longer the distance, the more accurate the comparison will be - I'd do a minimum of 10 miles but more is better).

Y'all can correct me on what I've FUBAR'd here.

[Ldub]

So, my new tires are at exactly 35", but remember I have 4.78 gears in. So now that I am averaging just over 200miles per tank, what is the actual miles? What do I multiply by?


I'm talkin out my arse here because I really don't know, but:

4.78 is the number of revolutions of the drive shaft for each revolution of the tire. So if you swapped from 4.11s to 4.78s, then your ODO & Speedo should be off by 16%.

But ...

You also increased your tire diameter (from 29" to 35") for a difference of 20% but in the opposite direction. Your net SHOULD be a 4% change in your ODO & Speedo.

The best way to check is just to compare your mph to the reading on a GPS or to run a known distance and compare the ODO reading (the longer the distance, the more accurate the comparison will be - I'd do a minimum of 10 miles but more is better).

Y'all can correct me on what I've FUBAR'd here.

I done did all the homework for ya months ago Ryan...:rotate:

Don't you remember...:confused:...:laughing:

Click here...4:77's (http://www.vehicross.info/forums/showthread.php?t=21234&highlight=4%3A77%27s)

[tom4bren]

DUDE!!!!

Will you ever tire of showin me up???

[Ldub]

DUDE!!!!

Will you ever tire of showin me up???

hu-hu-hu...hu-hu-hu-hu-hu-hu...he said tire...hu,hu,hu,hu,hu,hu...


http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/bb_americn_gthic.jpg

[pbkid]

DUDE!!!!

Will you ever tire of showin me up???

Whats the fun in that? :)

[tom4bren]

Bazinga!!!

Holy Crap on a Cracker - The Peanut Butter Kid musta ate his Wheaties this morning ... trading jabs wit da big boyz now!!! Impressive.

[tom4bren]

hu-hu-hu...hu-hu-hu-hu-hu-hu...he said tire...hu,hu,hu,hu,hu,hu...


http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/bb_americn_gthic.jpg

Glad my feeble attempts at humor are appreciated.:)

[Ldub]

Glad my feeble attempts at humor are appreciated.:)

Always...:yesgray:

[VXorado]

Will you ever tire of showin me up???

Nice pun. :yesgray:

[tom4bren]

Nice pun. :yesgray:

It was pretty much a rim-shot of a joke ... but the more un-sprung of Y'all got it. Maybe with more time to rotate in the grey matter, more of the lugs will get it too. No pressure though.

[Maddawg]

It was pretty much a rim-shot of a joke ... but the more un-sprung of Y'all got it. Maybe with more time to rotate in the grey matter, more of the lugs will get it too. No pressure though.

Oooooooooh, thats bad, P.U. :bgwo::grino::bgwo:

[Vendetta]

Hate to be the one to puncture (ooh, double word score!) and deflate the mood here, but I was rubber necking how this thread was tracking until it got offset and decided I had to tread into it to steer it back into alignment as a hub of reference before it loses any more traction. Let's keep it rolling, ya nuts.

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/IMAG0586.jpg
Wheels: Ultra Maverick 18x9 6x5.5 +25 offset
Tires: Nitto Trail Grapplers 285/65R18
Notes: OME 913 and torsion bar crank (pic is pre-HD torsion upgrade)

[Maddawg]

You guys are gonna ply this tread to death ain't cha? Nice wheels, Vendetta!

[VXorado]

Hate to be the one to puncture (ooh, double word score!) and deflate the mood here, but I was rubber necking how this thread was tracking until it got offset and decided I had to tread into it to steer it back into alignment as a hub of reference before it loses any more traction. Let's keep it rolling, ya nuts.


V, i'm wheelie sorry. We'll try to give this thread a brake and keep it rolling.

[CatFish]

Your wheels and tires look great; do you have any problems with clearance? the picture looks like it is a tight fit on the front did you have to do any trimming or does the picture just look like it is too close? I am looking for tires and wheels for my VX and I do not know much about the torsion bar cranking thing to get more height. Does it just raise the front? Does it affect the alignment?

I love this thread it has helped me a lot in my search for wheels and tires. I do not have a lift and I am not sure I want one so for now I am going to go with changing my 18s to 16s as I cannot get the aggressive tires I want for the 18s that will fit the stock ride height. I love some of the wheels I have seen here but cannot find most of them for sale or in a 16 so I am thinking about getting some Isuzu snowflakes and have them brushed and maybe power coat the holes black to give them a unique look. How hard are they to find and are there any drawbacks to them, like can I put an 8” wide tire on them? I have a 2001 Ebony with the stock chrome 18s on it now and I want something different and so far the snowflake wheels seem to the wheels that almost nobody has, kind of ironic I think.

I had a Space cab PU that had snowflakes on it but the hole were oval not drop shaped has anyone seen any of those on a VX? I like them better but I have not seen a set of those for years. The VX is my 6th Isuzu so I guess you can say I am a fan of Isuzu’s and now I have the one I have wanted most since I saw the VX for the first time.
I have reviewed this thread many times before posting there is just so much info I am starting to get over whelmed so I thought I would post and see if I can get some help to narrow down the ideas or get some input.

Any input or suggestions would be greatly appreciated,
Chris


Hate to be the one to puncture (ooh, double word score!) and deflate the mood here, but I was rubber necking how this thread was tracking until it got offset and decided I had to tread into it to steer it back into alignment as a hub of reference before it loses any more traction. Let's keep it rolling, ya nuts.

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/IMAG0586.jpg
Wheels: Ultra Maverick 18x9 6x5.5 +25 offset
Tires: Nitto Trail Grapplers 285/65R18
Notes: OME 913 and torsion bar crank (pic is pre-HD torsion upgrade)

[Triathlete]

Catfish...basicly with no lift the largest tire you can run with NO trimming (depending on tire maybe a small amount on the front) is a 31. 33 and beyond will require a good deal more trimming on the front and rear of the front wheelwell and a lift. For a good read search for Rickshaws thread on springs and lifts.

[Maddawg]

Yes, cranking the torsion bars increases the height of the front only. Yes, it affects alignment. You can obtain up to 3" in height with the front torsion bar. To raise the rear you will need to replace your stock rear springs. Old Man Emu (OEM) is the most commonly used supplier on this forum for those springs. Check out my post in the search box, Maddawg's Madness. You can get an idea of the trimming for larger tires.

[VxSport]

I think I remember which Zu wheel you are talking about. I think I still have one mounted up for a spare. I have two sets of wheels and tires for our VX. I will check the shop for a pic of it. Both sets are oem Zu wheels, yet neither set came with my 99 vx.
16x7.5 zu oem 6 spoke w/ 265/70 R16 Dunlop Mud Rover
18x7 zu oem 6 spoke w/ 275/65 R18 Dunlop Max Traction Mud

Both of our sets have been powder coated, Ripple Black. I think the snowflake one your refering to is one of the 12 spoke designs, available in '94 & '95. or maybe those were the years you could find that wheel in a rare 7.5 wide wheel with the same offset of the rest. If you are searching out any oem wheels, try using www.car-parts.com for a list of salvage yards that have a least one wheel on their shelves. I purchased our 18's this way.



Your wheels and tires look great; do you have any problems with clearance? the picture looks like it is a tight fit on the front did you have to do any trimming or does the picture just look like it is too close? I am looking for tires and wheels for my VX and I do not know much about the torsion bar cranking thing to get more height. Does it just raise the front? Does it affect the alignment?

I love this thread it has helped me a lot in my search for wheels and tires. I do not have a lift and I am not sure I want one so for now I am going to go with changing my 18s to 16s as I cannot get the aggressive tires I want for the 18s that will fit the stock ride height. I love some of the wheels I have seen here but cannot find most of them for sale or in a 16 so I am thinking about getting some Isuzu snowflakes and have them brushed and maybe power coat the holes black to give them a unique look. How hard are they to find and are there any drawbacks to them, like can I put an 8? wide tire on them? I have a 2001 Ebony with the stock chrome 18s on it now and I want something different and so far the snowflake wheels seem to the wheels that almost nobody has, kind of ironic I think.

I had a Space cab PU that had snowflakes on it but the hole were oval not drop shaped has anyone seen any of those on a VX? I like them better but I have not seen a set of those for years. The VX is my 6th Isuzu so I guess you can say I am a fan of Isuzu?s and now I have the one I have wanted most since I saw the VX for the first time.
I have reviewed this thread many times before posting there is just so much info I am starting to get over whelmed so I thought I would post and see if I can get some help to narrow down the ideas or get some input.

Any input or suggestions would be greatly appreciated,
Chris

[Vendetta]

Thanks CatFish. I did need to trim the front cladding - no big deal. In the pic, my wheels are turned to the left, so it looks a lot tighter than it really is. The shadow hints at that as well. Maddawg answered the rest for ya.

-V

[Ldub]

Thanks CatFish. I did need to trim the front cladding - no big deal. In the pic, my wheels are turned to the left, so it looks a lot tighter than it really is. The shadow hints at that as well. Maddawg answered the rest for ya.

-V

Dude...L:heart:V'n that pic...looks SWEET!...:yes:.:dance:

If you look at the pic long enough, the R/F almost looks as if it's photo chopped into the pic...:eekgray:

[tom4bren]

It'd look even mo betta with a set of NERF bars on there ...

[Maddawg]

Hmmm, not seeing anymore posts since this morning. Something wrong?

[VX KAT]

V, i'm wheelie sorry. We'll try to give this thread a brake and keep it rolling.

oh gawd....there's 5 of them now......+ the one I'm married to....ugh...:rollo:

[VXorado]

oh gawd....there's 5 of them now......+ the one I'm married to....ugh...:rollo:

It just keeps spreading like a wildfire. :naughty:

[Mile High VX]

Probably should retire this thread jack and get back to our regularly scheduled posting of rims and tires...

[Vendetta]

It'd look even mo betta with a set of NERF bars on there ...

It sho looks so mo betta bro, thanks! Just added some spacers today to bring them out a little bit as well. I noticed this pic was even pre-safari bar, too. I'll get some updated shots once I finish a few more "enhancements."

[eternal21]

http://infinitemotion.net/mp/vx/exterior/vx2.jpg

[Mile High VX]

:thumbup::thumbup::thumbup::thumbup:

Looks great!

[Maddawg]

Oooohhh, nice,nice and nice!!!

[SilverBullet75]

Please post wheel/tire info!

[VxSport]

looks awsome. info please?

[eternal21]

*lol* thanks, all. I posted pics with them over a year ago on my build thread.
http://gearalloy.com/images/stories/gear/wheel_detail_main/718b.png

-Gear Alloy 718B Blackjack 18x9, 6x135/5.50, Offset +18, w/5.71 backside (specific p# for that particular wheel is 718B-8906818)
-285/60/18 Nitto Terra Grapplers
-1.5" spacers

[Y33TREKker]

Lifted?

[Ldub]

http://www.vehicross.info/forums/showpost.php?p=251253&postcount=8

http://www.vehicross.info/forums/showthread.php?t=21997

[Y33TREKker]

You would know.

[Ldub]

You would know.

That fact is well established, thanx 4 noticing...:yesgray:

[eternal21]

Lifted?

*Lol* yeppers. I didn't have it spaced until after those pics were taken in the links. The one up top was taken a couple months ago. Forgot about it until I was cleaning off my phone and decided to post it.

[Y33TREKker]

That fact is well established, thanx 4 noticing...:yesgray:

Didn't take much to deduce that you'd be aware of those threads considering you're here 24/7/365. ;)

[Y33TREKker]

*Lol* yeppers. I didn't have it spaced until after those pics were taken in the links. The one up top was taken a couple months ago. Forgot about it until I was cleaning off my phone and decided to post it.
For some reason it sometimes looks borderline on whether a VX is lifted or not. Your wheel-fender clearance looks about the same as mine, and all I've done is cranked my torsion bars to level the front for my winter rims/tires.

[VXorado]

For some reason it sometimes looks borderline on whether a VX is lifted or not. Your wheel-fender clearance looks about the same as mine, and all I've done is cranked my torsion bars to level the front for my winter rims/tires.

Tire size... if you put his tire size on your VX, the wheel-fender clearance would shrink and lift vs non-lift would be more noticeable. ;)

Unless you already have the same tire size? :_confused

[Maddawg]

Didn't take much to deduce that you'd be aware of those threads considering you're here 24/7/365. ;)

The ubiquitous Ldub, he's everywhere, lol!! :yeso: :yeso: :yeso: :yeso: :yeso:

[Ldub]

The ubiquitous Ldub, he's everywhere, lol!! :yeso: :yeso: :yeso: :yeso: :yeso:

Almost like a disease...:smilewink

Or maybe even "chicken man (http://www.chicagoradioandmedia.com/multimedia/audio/581-wcfls-chickenman-opening-a-closing)"...:yesgray:
(press the tiny little "play" icon under the text, sit down, wait for flashback)

or...:confused:..:_thinking..:_confused

[Maddawg]

Almost like a disease...:smilewink

Or maybe even "chicken man (http://www.chicagoradioandmedia.com/multimedia/audio/581-wcfls-chickenman-opening-a-closing)"...:yesgray:
(press the tiny little "play" icon under the text, sit down, wait for flashback)

or...:confused:..:_thinking..:_confused

First I've heard of that one. Station letters starting with a "W" (east of the Mississippi) probably why. There's probably a Chickenmobile somewhere too, lol. :bwgy: :bwgy:

[Y33TREKker]

Tire size... if you put his tire size on your VX, the wheel-fender clearance would shrink and lift vs non-lift would be more noticeable. ;)

Unless you already have the same tire size? :_confused
Must be something else then, because my tires are just a little more narrow @ 265/60-18, and 60% of 265 is not THAT much different than 60% of 285.

[ron]

Bought the rims about a month ago. Used the same tires that came with the truck.

rims: 18x9 Black Rhino Sidewinder, offset 20
tires: 285/60/18 Nitto Terra Grapplers
lift: OME 913 springs in rear, cranked torsion bars in front w/ alignment

http://i1124.photobucket.com/albums/l571/rudesvx/20130516_152000.jpg

http://i1124.photobucket.com/albums/l571/rudesvx/20130516_152114.jpg?t=1368736212

[nfpgasmask]

Looks fantastic. I gotta get over the hill and have a look at it sometime.

Bart

[EVO]

NOICE!! Really Clean and Crisp Ron! Reminds me I really need those skidplates!

[VXD959]

This is a good tool to "preview" wheels on the vehicross

http://tbcwheels.ridestyler.com/?mode=webtk

This is the information I got for a 2001 Vehicross
Bolt Pattern: 6x139.7
Center Bore: 108
Wheel Load: 800
Min Offset: 0
Max Offset: 25

[VX KAT]

How do I know what wheels work on the VX? Any specific specs?

From the Vx.info Knowledge Base:
The 1999 VehiCROSS has 245/70R16 Bridgestone Duelers mounted on 16", 5 spoke aluminum alloy wheels.

2000, 2001 VehiCROSS use 245/60R18 Bridgestone Duelers mounted on 18", 18x7JJ, 5 spoke chromed, aluminum alloy wheels.

Offset = 38.0mm (1.50in)

Stud pattern = 139.7mm (5.50in)
************************************************** ****

Our OEM wheels are:
16" or 18" x 7"
Offset = 38
Stud/Bolt pattern: 6 x 5.5"

You need to KNOW these numbers when you select other rims.
In general, any larger rim will require some cladding trimming, the amount of trimming is determined by the size of the rim AND the TIRE SIZE you select. Review the chart below, you'll get a better visual of the issue.



Here's a good place to start, they have a real easy to use size comparer:
http://www.rimsntires.com/specs.jsp
OEM TIRE size:
on 18": 245/60-18
on 16": 245/70-16



MY recent experience fitting new rims & tires when I went with 18x8" rims, +2 OFFSET. Rim is 1" wider than stock, so it causes rubber to rub much more significantly. (thread has all details)
http://www.vehicross.info/forums/showthread.php?t=23842&highlight=offset



Here's some info on how the sizing works.
http://i1099.photobucket.com/albums/g386/photokat4/MISC%20VX%20PICTURES/0001_wheel_offset.gif (http://s1099.photobucket.com/user/photokat4/media/MISC%20VX%20PICTURES/0001_wheel_offset.gif.html)


http://i1099.photobucket.com/albums/g386/photokat4/MISC%20VX%20PICTURES/tech-wheeloffset.gif (http://s1099.photobucket.com/user/photokat4/media/MISC%20VX%20PICTURES/tech-wheeloffset.gif.html)


First post here gives great data:
http://www.vehicross.info/forums/showthread.php?t=21304&highlight=offset


The place you're buying from should have experience and can tell you about sizing, once you tell them what OEM was - - BUT DON'T RELY ON THEM, THEY'RE OFTEN WRONG OR DON'T GIVE A FLIP.


.

[VXD959]

Thanks Kat!! This is what I'm considering so far based on the information in the website. It says that it fit the VX:

http://www.rimsntires.com/wheelfit.jsp?wheelid=220763

Just want to make sure it's OK. From the website

18x9.0 PCD 6x139.7 (6x5.5) ET 12, 5.5"BS
DIRECT FIT package.

They offer different tire sizes to go with it, from 245 to 285's. I don't do off-road (light only). I might go for the Nitto's
Nitto
NT404 Street/Sport Truck All-Season tires
285/50R18XL (743x285mm)
http://www.rimsntires.com/tire.jsp?itemid=30576&brand=Nitto&model=NT404&carMake=Isuzu&carModel=Vehicross

18'' packages for 2001 Isuzu Vehicross
Package Price
Ultra 235B Maverick Machined/Black wheels
18x9.0 PCD 6x139.7 (6x5.5) ET12, 5.5"BS $217.67 each
wheels only:
$870.68
buy install kit included Full package: 4 wheels + 4 tires
+ install kit: $1,723.56
buy
Nitto
NT404 Street/Sport Truck All-Season tires
285/50R18XL (743x285mm) $213.22 each
tires only: $852.88
buy
DIRECT FIT package.

[VX KAT]

Just a few points….
Direct fit?
If they mean you just pop them on and everything fits…they're insane!

OEM width is 7" +38 offset
I went up to 8" wide (1" wider) with -2 offset
Mine required pretty extensive cutty/trimming of cladding, and chopping off/beating back the rear of the front wheel well.
With all this set up, my tires (265/60-18) stick out about 1/2" beyond the fender cladding.


You're looking at a 9" rim (2 full inches wider than stock)
AND an offset of +12

That means your proposed RIM will fit further OUT by 10mm (about 1/2") than mine and 50mm over stock.
AND 1/2" of wider rim OUTWARD than mine (1" extra outward over stock) You get this number by dividing the total width gain by 1/2 as half sticks outward, and half of it sticks INWARD.

RESULT: You've got a LOT of trimming and a LOT of BFH work :smack::smack::smack::smack::smack: to accomodate all that WIDTH in the front.

And 50 aspect tires :eek::eek: that's really wide!!

Think about the swing arc of the rim (and whatever tire you put on) in a turn. Since it's so much wider than stock, it's going to hit various parts of the wheel well turning both left and right.


I know some owners have done it, and some have decided not to.

I think Tom4Bren is one example of pretty high negative offset. You can see how his rims/tires stick out beyond fender.

I'm sure the gang will chime in here with "how to" and other tips etc….:thumbup:

HTH!


Here's pics for comparison.

First pic is my new set-up. 8" wide rims, +2 offset, 265/60-18 tires.

Second pic is old set up (OEM rim) 7" wide rims, -38 offset, 285/60-18 tires (larger than OEM).

See the wider stance with the new set up?
Check out where the red shackle falls on each.
But the old tires ARE LARGER width!
That's because the OEM -38 offset, keeps the rubber tucked inside the well much more.

Last pics show how my tires stick out past fender now.



http://i1099.photobucket.com/albums/g386/photokat4/DSCN1248.jpg (http://s1099.photobucket.com/user/photokat4/media/DSCN1248.jpg.html)




http://i1099.photobucket.com/albums/g386/photokat4/TAIL%20LIGHT%20GUARDS/DSC_5021.jpg (http://s1099.photobucket.com/user/photokat4/media/TAIL%20LIGHT%20GUARDS/DSC_5021.jpg.html)


http://i1099.photobucket.com/albums/g386/photokat4/DSCN1210.jpg (http://s1099.photobucket.com/user/photokat4/media/DSCN1210.jpg.html)



http://i1099.photobucket.com/albums/g386/photokat4/DSCN1245.jpg (http://s1099.photobucket.com/user/photokat4/media/DSCN1245.jpg.html)

http://i1099.photobucket.com/albums/g386/photokat4/DSCN1218.jpg (http://s1099.photobucket.com/user/photokat4/media/DSCN1218.jpg.html)

[VXD959]

Thanks!!! I will keep looking. I'm wondering if a 17" rim will make a difference vs 18's. It seems that the -38 offset is a major factor. Most wheels are +0. I will contact you via PM as I narrow my search. My OEM wheels are peeling real bad!!!

[Stevil6531]

33x12.50x15 General Grabbers on 15x10 AR 39s.

2.5" T Bar Crank.
Lots of trimming.
Lots of sanding.
Lots of fun.

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/thumbs/IMG_0370.JPG (http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=23927)http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/thumbs/IMG_03691.JPG (http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=23926)

[evillecutter]

thats some mean lookin' rubber brother

[Stevil6531]

Thanks man! I screwed up the post when I attached the images, but I'm still learning how to use this thing.

Man I gotta tell you, these tires are awesome. Great offroad, surprisingly quiet on the highway, but a little slick in the rain. Tires that big don't really lend to anyone driving like a jerk anyway either, so I guess its all good.

Thanks again.


-Stevil

[VXD959]

Looks good. How far they stick out?


Thanks!!! I will keep looking. I'm wondering if a 17" rim will make a difference vs 18's. It seems that the -38 offset is a major factor. Most wheels are +0. I will contact you via PM as I narrow my search. My OEM wheels are peeling real bad!!!

Just to clarify, the OEM offset is +38

All wheel / tires stores I have talked to are telling me that I can put 18 x 9 as long as the offset is lower than +38 (they told me that I can fit -12 to 12 offset without rubbing)! I'm already running Terra Grapplers 285-60-18 and the previous owner did some trimming at the front. I just want to swap the OEM 18 x 7 with 18 x 9's using the same tire combo.

When I use the information here
http://www.rimsntires.com/specs.jsp
and using the same +38 offset, this is what I get:

Clearance: Package 1 Package 2
Suspension Assuming that this is OEM wheel/tire and there is no any problems with clearance on both sides >>> The same.
Fenders The same.
Wheelwells The same.

Some it seems that there is no real difference???

If I use a lower offset (+12), I get

Clearance: Package 1 Package 2
Suspension Assuming that this is OEM wheel/tire and there is no any problems with clearance on both sides >>> 100% clear (leaves even more room than OEM)
Fenders Package will stick out 26 mm (1'') farther. Make sure that you have enough room under the fender. If not, consider narrower tires or higher offset.
Wheelwells The same.

Still confused???

[Leon R]

Personally, I found our hub size of 4.25" (aka "pilot diameter" in the above figure) as the biggest obstacle to finding proper wheels... Most big Chevy trucks use 3" hub and DO NOT fit on VX :(.

[VXD959]

Personally, I found our hub size of 4.25" (aka "pilot diameter" in the above figure) as the biggest obstacle to finding proper wheels... Most big Chevy trucks use 3" hub and DO NOT fit on VX :(.

Thank you Leon R. The wheels I was planning on ordering online say "hub bore 106.10", which is 4.19". I called and they told me that it won't fit the 4.25" (108mm) hub.
Will a larger wheel hub be a problem (110mm to 125mm)?

[Vendetta]

Dan, following up on our PM here... where are you looking to get them?
-V

[Leon R]

Thank you Leon R. The wheels I was planning on ordering online say "hub bore 106.10", which is 4.19". I called and they told me that it won't fit the 4.25" (108mm) hub.
Will a larger wheel hub be a problem (110mm to 125mm)?

The ~3" is the popular Chevy size that doesn't work on VX.

4.25" (108mm) definitely works and 4.17" (106mm) might still work. I wouldn't rule it out just yet.

Edit: judging by this thread: http://www.vehicross.info/forums/showthread.php?t=23188&highlight

Both 108mm and 106mm should work ;)

[VXD959]

Dan, following up on our PM here... where are you looking to get them?
-V

Thanks for the info in your PM. It seems that Leon R directed me to the correct answer (Thanks!!!). Our hub should be 100-101mm according to the link, so anything above that will fit.

Here's where I'm looking
http://4wheelonline.com/ultra-wheels.1946

Let me know if there is another good online place!

[Vendetta]

Looks like you're good to go, brother! I want a buck every time someone compliments the wheels though. ;)

Enjoy 'em. I love the way they look!
-V

[wekilled]

Just got back from Afghanistan and itching to spend some on upgrades. First are badly needed new tires-so I might as well go bigger in size.

Anyone have a side-view photo of eternal21's setup with the 18" Gear Blackjack Rim/Nitto Terra Grapplers? a few pages back? I am doing the same setup. (not intentional, I ended up getting a good deal on Discount Tire for the 285/60R-18 XL 120S B tires and was looking for black rims.

Just want to see what I am in for in terms of how far they stick out from the fenders. Hard to tell in the 3/4 views. I see lots of people here at Fort Benning who run with tires outside the wheel wells, just planning ahead for when I move yet again.

[VXD959]

Installed my new wheels today. Gear Nitro's 18x9s, +18 offset on NTG 285x60x18.
My VX had some trimming already done when I bought it.

http://i945.photobucket.com/albums/ad300/dbeux/012.jpg (http://s945.photobucket.com/user/dbeux/media/012.jpg.html)
http://i945.photobucket.com/albums/ad300/dbeux/017-1.jpg (http://s945.photobucket.com/user/dbeux/media/017-1.jpg.html)

[Vehi-Cross-Az]

I took off my Cepek DC9s last week and replaced them
with these..
I did alot of work to these rims BEFORE I actually installed
them. They dont come looking like this from the factory.

http://www.motorsportwarehouse.com/space/worx9.jpg
http://www.motorsportwarehouse.com/space/worx10.jpg


17x9 +12 offset which sits the rim out some for what I consider
a better stance them higher offsets...
265-65-17 Continental tires

[evillecutter]

I took off my Cepek DC9s last week and replaced them
with these..
I did alot of work to these rims BEFORE I actually installed
them. They dont come looking like this from the factory.

http://www.motorsportwarehouse.com/space/worx9.jpg
http://www.motorsportwarehouse.com/space/worx10.jpg


17x9 +12 offset which sits the rim out some for what I consider
a better stance them higher offsets...
265-65-17 Continental tires

no offense but after spending all that money and time on your wheels an $8 bottle of turtle wax trim restorer would go a long way for your cladding - unless you like the faded look - either way the wheels and vx look great you dont see trios much anymore

[Vehi-Cross-Az]

Ive been busy..
not to mention the az sun fades the cladding out here like
every 3 months no matter what you apply to them..
after a while, you just live with it.
poor truck needs paint too :(

[bartmanS4]

First attempt but I thought they had a little too much offset for my liking:

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/image2.jpeg

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/Front10.jpg

Rims are: Unique Wheel Series 252 15x10 -44mm Backspacing 3 3/4"
Tires are: Goodyear Wrangler MT/R 33x12.5 r15
Lifted: 3" Calmini springs and torsion crank
Trimming: Front wheel-well both for and aft and BFH. Note: still had rubbing on aft cladding and well with wheel cranked

[bartmanS4]

Second attempt with narrower rim made for the offset I desired:

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/NewSide2.JPG

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/NewSide.JPG

Rims are: American RacingAR 767 15x8 -12mm Offset 4" Backspacing
Tires are: Goodyear Wrangler MT/R 33x12.5 r15
Lifted: 3" Calmini springs and torsion crank
Trimming: Front wheel-well both for and aft and BFH. Note: No longer rubbing with wheel cranked.

[bartmanS4]

One thing I didn't really comprehend is how offset and backspacing relate to rim width. I was concerned with how far the wheels protruded from the cladding. I wanted enough so that when off-roading the tire walls would contact rocks before cladding damage occurred. But I didn't want too much sticking out, this is subjective, what is too much for me is desirable to others. But think of it this way: an 8 inch rim width with a 0 offset will have about 4" of backspace. But a 10 inch rim with 4" of backspace will stick out 2" more than the 8" rim since 5" inches is the rims center point. For some reason I was thinking a 10" rim with the same backspacing as an 8" would stick out only 1 more inch.

[tom4bren]

Second attempt with narrower rim made for the offset I desired

Like you said, it's all a matter of preference. IMHO, the deeper dish of the wheels with more offset looked mo betta.

[jonnybegood]

There’s just something about the FJs OEM 17in steel wheels.:rolleyes: With some flat mat black paint and some nice MTs or some Baja tires it would look so tuff.

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/Captured_2006-11-16_00000R.jpg
http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/MTs.jpg
http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/toyota-fj-cruiser-wheels.jpg

Any more info on this build? I am also interested in doing…the exact same thing. Will they fit with a 912 or OME build?

[nfpgasmask]

I just put those same wheels in 16" on my 91 Trooper. Be aware they have a pretty positive offset. Originally, I put 265/75s on the Trooper and I had rubbing on the frame at full lock. I took off the 265/75s (will be putting them on the VX) and put some 235/85s on the Trooper and I get no rubbing now.

http://www.isuzugeek.org/forumpics/trooper/new91/28.jpg

They look classic and nice I think.

Bart

[mrtew]

There’s just something about the FJs OEM 17in steel wheels.:rolleyes: With some flat mat black paint and some nice MTs or some Baja tires it would look so tuff.


Yep that's the kind of look I was going for with these aluminum wheels...

Cooper Zeon LTZ 285-60-18 (31.5" diameter)
KMC Enduro Wheels 18x9 zero offset (I think)
Stock ride height etc. Front bumper needed a good trim and the front wheel liner needed a good trim in back and a BFH pounding but it was easy and looks fine.

http://img201.imageshack.us/img201/4844/img1352i.jpg

http://img28.imageshack.us/img28/4420/img1360ox.jpg

[bartmanS4]

I was changing my wheels over from winter (31's) to summer (33's) and happened to have a stock size tire too. So I posted these pictures in case some of you are interested in a side by side comparison.
These are stock for a '99 245/70r16 then Gen Grabbers AT2 265/70r16 and GoodYear MT/R 33/12.5r15
http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/TiresSBS.JPG

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/TiresSBS2.jpeg

[Mark C]

After nearly a year of trying to decide which wheel/tire combo to go with, I settled on keeping the stock rims with Nitto Terra Grappler 285/60-18. For anyone else on the fence, this is by far the best thing I have done for my VX.
http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/VX_17.jpg

[FlyingV77]

finally took a pic. i know its late, but it was worth the wait.

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/thumbs/20140225_173657.jpg (http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=24728)

[tysamigo]

I'm in trouble!!!

My tires won't make the trip, so I need a new set before SUNDAY!!!

I want to keep the stock rims, I drive like my VX is a sports car and I NEVER EVER take it off road. I would like to have something that looks "cool" to match everything else but at this point, Im not sure what will happen.

I'm still coming to Moab, but I really need help!!!

Can someone point me in the direction of a cool looking tire, something that will look right but that can hug corners???

PLEASE HELP!!

I'm going to re-post this message again on the Moab thread just in case everyone doesn't read this one.

I really really appreciate any help!!

[Cobrajet]

I've run Kumho Ecsta STX (http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires.jsp?tireMake=Kumho&tireModel=Ecsta+STX+KL12&partnum=66VR8ESTX&vehicleSearch=false&fromCompare1=yes) tires for many years, and think they handle great in all weather. They fit the stock rims without any lift or trimming, and look good. A little wider than stock, but not too wide for the rims (like 285 series.) In stock at Tirerack.com.

[alaskan7]

I'd been looking for a Volk TE-37 type wheel for offroad and I found these wheels on the Tacoma World forum (http://www.tacomaworld.com/forum/wheels-tires-marketplace/172451-18x9-bfd-wheels.html). They are 18x9 zero offset 108mm hub FN Wheels BFD (http://www.fnwheels.com/new-products/bfd/).

I had them powdercoated Lollypop Red over Super Chrome and had the brush bar done to match. The top red coat is transparent so they really have a lot of depth to the shine.

The tires are 285/65R18 Nitto Terragrapplers. Since they are zero offset they rubbed a lot. I had to do about 8 turns on the torsion bars, trim the front cladding and also unbolt the bracket in the back of the front wheel well and drill a new hole further back to pull the plastic back.

The cladding has one coat of Showroom New black dye applied with the foam roller, really happy with how it turned out.

http://i.imgur.com/9uNibCe.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/YvTizw3.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/INZXj5q.jpg

[JoFotoz]

NICE.. ( glad ya figured out the pic posting :thumbup:)

Maybe a tad nose high?

If you feel same..
... OME springs in back would help offset the
Torsion bar crank "lift" up front.

Good looking VX :thumbup:

Jo

[bartmanS4]

Looks great Alaskan7

Very original and well done. Perfect rim offset too IMO. :thumbup:

[Y33TREKker]

http://i.imgur.com/YvTizw3.jpg
Must have been quite a lift you put on your dog too!! :eek:

:p

[Vehi-Cross-Az]

Ive had these 20" wheels and Falken tires sitting in my showroom
ready to put on my VX now for a yr and today decided to put them
on and see how I like them.
(my 17" worx are still ready to go back on if I decide I dont like these.)
but these are growing on me fast, but the 17" have a lot of positives too.

http://www.motorsportwarehouse.com/space/vxs3.jpg

[VXCanada]

Wheels: 18x8.0 Lodio Drive Pure Spirits Limited 3pc wheels
Tires: 285x60r18 Geolander AT/s

http://i160.photobucket.com/albums/t172/jazzmz3/DSC_0406-001_zpsf00a84b2.jpg

http://i160.photobucket.com/albums/t172/jazzmz3/DSC_0408-001_zps9d589f4f.jpg

[lion89]

Tires: 265-75-16 Yokohama geolander MT
Wheels: Kosei 16 8jj offset 0
https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-DoVwNWUmdKk/U34Y964YUjI/AAAAAAAABOg/L9cHd3dyygU/w1358-h763-no/IMG_3074.JPG
https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/CK-_YvWjGA8lWR-LCJp07Aw5PjZzGQ2ozMFrwwfHJoA=w1358-h763
https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-WpSt8cd6Njs/U34Y_32SaJI/AAAAAAAABLQ/hiBiplGNQf4/w1358-h763-no/IMG_3077.JPG

[JAMAS]

Good looking VX.....and nice window sticker!:)

Welcome to the forum.

[JHarris1385]

alaskan7 - really like those rims

lion89 - I have been thinking of swapping out my rims for white ones

[CrzyFool]

HOLLA

http://i.imgur.com/UJ7LQQU.png

[Mile High VX]

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/IMAG0487.jpg

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/IMAG0486.jpg

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/IMAG0484.jpg

Wheels are M/B Razors - 18x8.5 with -6 offset

Tires are Goodyear DuraTrac 265/60/18

Stock Height

Minor cladding trim

[Vehi-Cross-Az]

I like'm ..but of course I would
(once you saw mine.. haha) nice rims

[Mile High VX]

I like'm ..but of course I would
(once you saw mine.. haha) nice rims

Thanks.

I've had those rims since the day after I bought it in 2009...they are discontinued now and I fear for ever damaging one...:smilewink:bgwo::bgwb:

These are -6 offset...I opted for that instead of the -25...:smilewink:bgwo::bgwb::bwgy:

[urbanterror]

Hi hi!

Just wanted to post my new VX with the new lift and tires :_steering

http://www.raceland.rocks/images/topoftheworld.jpg
3" OME lift, 15 X8 6-139.70 -19 Black Rock wheels, 33x12.50 Kumho Road Venture MT

[Vehi-Cross-Az]

what lift did you do ?

[urbanterror]

what lift did you do ?

I got the Old Man Emu kit from Rocky Mountain. Came with the shocks and springs and we torqued the torsion bars. Trimmed the cladding but still tight and rubs on corner/bumps. Need the 3 inch body lift before I can do any real wheeling... Until then guess I can do some Mall Crawling :0P

~UrbanTerror

[urbanterror]

Hey Vehi-Cross-Az - you are with svx-motorsport? I ordered some of those VX emblems and have not received them :( Sent an email last week - can you check?

Thanks!

[JoFotoz]

Sent you a PM about body lift...


Need the 3 inch body lift before I can do any real wheeling...

~UrbanTerror

....not really required for aggressive wheeling.

Check PM's and get in touch if ya want to discuss it.

Cheers

jo

[urbanterror]

Thanks - replied!

[mattferguson14]

http://www.brownbrothersaz.net/2001_Isuzu_VehiCROSS_Mesa_AZ_226979944.veh


http://www.brownbrothersaz.net/2001_Isuzu_VehiCROSS_Mesa_AZ_226979944.veh


Just bought this bad boy.

[mattferguson14]

http://www.brownbrothersaz.net/2001_Isuzu_VehiCROSS_Mesa_AZ_226979944.veh

http://www.brownbrothersaz.net/2001_Isuzu_VehiCROSS_Mesa_AZ_226979944.veh


Hmm, pics wouldn't post..

[djvx]

Impressive in neon green! Uniquely Awesum :smilewink

[djvx]

Tires: 265-75-16 Yokohama geolander MT
Wheels: Kosei 16 8jj offset 0
https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-DoVwNWUmdKk/U34Y964YUjI/AAAAAAAABOg/L9cHd3dyygU/w1358-h763-no/IMG_3074.JPG
https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/CK-_YvWjGA8lWR-LCJp07Aw5PjZzGQ2ozMFrwwfHJoA=w1358-h763
https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-WpSt8cd6Njs/U34Y_32SaJI/AAAAAAAABLQ/hiBiplGNQf4/w1358-h763-no/IMG_3077.JPG :winkgray:

[Maddawg]

http://www.brownbrothersaz.net/2001_Isuzu_VehiCROSS_Mesa_AZ_226979944.veh

http://www.brownbrothersaz.net/2001_Isuzu_VehiCROSS_Mesa_AZ_226979944.veh


Hmm, pics wouldn't post..
I really like the looks of those white wheels. I predict that will be the next craze in wheels. But, I have to wonder how that would have looked if the wheels would have been green?

[djvx]

Well there's always photoshop...

[Maddawg]

Well there's always photoshop...

Still looks bitchin'.

[HeckaTrebeka]

Tires:Falken Ziex ZE-612
235 /65 R18 106H SL BSW
Wheels:Level 8 Tracker
18 X9 6-139.70 0 SLPOXX(0 Offset)

http://i898.photobucket.com/albums/ac183/HeckaGTI/Vehicross/20150115_122739_zps1j0uwerm.jpg (http://s898.photobucket.com/user/HeckaGTI/media/Vehicross/20150115_122739_zps1j0uwerm.jpg.html)

http://i898.photobucket.com/albums/ac183/HeckaGTI/Vehicross/20150115_0742531_zps5dfec03b.jpg (http://s898.photobucket.com/user/HeckaGTI/media/Vehicross/20150115_0742531_zps5dfec03b.jpg.html)

http://i898.photobucket.com/albums/ac183/HeckaGTI/Vehicross/20150115_0742341_zpse0de40bd.jpg (http://s898.photobucket.com/user/HeckaGTI/media/Vehicross/20150115_0742341_zpse0de40bd.jpg.html)

[HeckaTrebeka]

Forgot to add the side pic to show how far the tires stick out.

http://i898.photobucket.com/albums/ac183/HeckaGTI/Vehicross/20150116_072820_zpsdbat6slr.jpg (http://s898.photobucket.com/user/HeckaGTI/media/Vehicross/20150116_072820_zpsdbat6slr.jpg.html)

[Y33TREKker]

Made a trip to the tire shop recently. Wasn't sure how the new 255/60-18 tire size would look, but not much difference filling the wheel well from what the 265-60-18 Geolander all-seasons accomplished. A slightly more aggressive tread pattern though.... ;)

Sorry, you'll have to sit in the back...

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/medium/Four_rims.JPG

Oh wait...

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/medium/Four_tires.JPG


Front wheel well.
http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/medium/Front_wheel_well.JPG


Rear wheel well.
http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/medium/Rear_wheel_well.JPG

255/60-18 General Grabber AT2 with 18" Cobra Alaska/Borbet CW3

No BFH required...

[Maddawg]

Nice, nice and nice!

[djvx]

Hey Y33 how bout some more pics?

[Y33TREKker]

Hey Y33 how bout some more pics?
No thanks, it's just me after all, and I already have more than enough. ;)

Nothing more to see anyway really. The positive offset of the Cobra/Borbets pushes the wheels/tires out of the wheel well about the same as in Heckas pics directly above these, so same old same old there.

Have to admit I'm curious how the Grabbers will cut through the snow, especially since we got a few inches of ground cover last night and it's still not stopped, but I'm not that curious that I can't wait till I absolutely HAVE to get out and about. I have no doubt they'll do better than the all-seasons I tried to get by with last winter though.

[djvx]

I have the Grabbers, and in my size they have the snowflake rating, not sure if your size of the Grabbers has snowflake but mine munch thru snow with no problem. 4x4 kicks in right away though. The short wheelbase makes it quite sketchy in any icy snowy weather as it doesn't take much to throw the vx into a fishtail.

[papi007bulgaria]

Hi guys,

Due to this site , i've got a lot of info on the VX's. I have a Trooper 3.1 TD as an everyday car, but the VX is on my dreams list since i can remember I wanted a ... VX! And finally i bought one. This JDM to be precise:
http://media.snimka.bg/s1/2519/031282583-big.jpg?r=0
Now to keep matters short and simple - 255/65/16 looked RIDICULOUSLY small on this car. So i upgraded to Grabbers At2 245/70/16 and the car still looks unbalanced. It will never be as nimble and light as some sports cars i've driven, so I just want to make it just properly MAD. And so - i have 285/75/16 BFG AT's in my garage.

My rims are 8 inches wide , with 0 ( zero ) offset.

I am limited to gain a total lift of 9 inches from the 245's to fit the car in my garage, so i'd like to ask for advise:


Rear - with the 245's i got just a slight rub. With the 285/75/16 will i manage to fit with only big time chopping the cladding and as far as i can feel - just a little bit of metal? I am with stock springs, and just got the Airlift 1000 imported ( Can someone tell me if it will lift the car when installed, and if so, by how much at best PSI for daily driving? )



Front - Trimming the front of the wheel well - how much would it be? In the rear - i didn't find information on how in general i should grind/hammer/modify. Torsion bar will be cranked a lot , since the car currently has max 1 cm from bump stops and is just unbearable to ride in , compared to the trooper 3.1 long wheelbase. (Shocks are Monroe something, but will be changed for rancho's 9000 for adjustability as i am a split personality myself).

With the above rims, will a Body lift be "a must"?
I do have an option to buy some ugly +40 7J rims, but the VX would look just not as I would like it to be. However depending on the work it will need, i may settle down for them , or any OEM Isuzu/Opel +38 offset rims, if it will be less headache.

Have went trough a lot of information , and could not find myself enough info to feel confident to play with my dream :P

I do appreciate all of you even having read trough this post. Hope to contribute with pictures to this post !

Kind Regards,
Pavel - Bulgaria

[ipd]

I took off my Cepek DC9s last week and replaced them
with these..
I did alot of work to these rims BEFORE I actually installed
them. They dont come looking like this from the factory.

http://www.motorsportwarehouse.com/space/worx9.jpg
http://www.motorsportwarehouse.com/space/worx10.jpg


17x9 +12 offset which sits the rim out some for what I consider
a better stance them higher offsets...
265-65-17 Continental tires

LOVE IT!

I'd like to get a set of Triad's. What model are these?

[TenPercenter]

http://pics.livejournal.com/uncle_asa/pic/000qptxg
Skad Triton Diamond R16 J7 D109.7
Cooper Discoverer STT 265/75R16


Lifted or not lifted? (I'm trying to figure out the best I can do without lifting, and with little to no trimming)

[TenPercenter]

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/IMG_1084_Large_.JPG
uncle_asa (http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/showgallery.php/cat/500/ppuser/2187)
Rims are Skad Triton Diamond 16x7
Tires are Cooper Discoverer STT 265/75R16 (Diameter 30.6 in)
(Stock height)

Woops! All I had to do was keep reading!

[Monstertrucker]

Owner update April 2016


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http://i544.photobucket.com/albums/hh322/rickshaw_VX/VX%20Rims%20and%20Tires/UK.jpg
Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Owner David Lovatt, aka Monstertrucker since 14th May 2011.
Previous owner was Paul Hayashi in Luton, Hertfordshire, (presumably after the one/s who took this pic as it looked newer here than when I bought it minus the wing mirror and with worn out side decals from too much polishing. Link me to new ones please?).
Rims are Enkei Super Violence split anodised in red. Unsure of spec's but will try to update.
Tires are now Cooper Discoverer H/T but not in this photo I don't think. Spec's as above.
Stock height

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[mrlarrys]

Stock chrome wheels finally pealed away so this was another option - new shoes and a detail -

http://i1197.photobucket.com/albums/aa428/mrlarrys/IMG_2144_zpssoihx5jr.jpg (http://s1197.photobucket.com/user/mrlarrys/media/IMG_2144_zpssoihx5jr.jpg.html)

http://i1197.photobucket.com/albums/aa428/mrlarrys/IMG_2146_zpsuvvyqprl.jpg (http://s1197.photobucket.com/user/mrlarrys/media/IMG_2146_zpsuvvyqprl.jpg.html)

http://i1197.photobucket.com/albums/aa428/mrlarrys/IMG_2149_zpsnekzk09e.jpg (http://s1197.photobucket.com/user/mrlarrys/media/IMG_2149_zpsnekzk09e.jpg.html)

http://i1197.photobucket.com/albums/aa428/mrlarrys/IMG_2148_zpsdrrzhghx.jpg (http://s1197.photobucket.com/user/mrlarrys/media/IMG_2148_zpsdrrzhghx.jpg.html)

a little trimming for the front tire (in front and back) and it just fits - terra grappler G2 285 60 r18 tire for $163.00 ea - and chaos 18x9 both from discount tire direct on sale for $101 each rim - mounted ballanced and shipping included !

[siemprelisto]

Very nice on both counts!!!

Thanks for sharing...

[ipd]

^ is your hood out of alignment? looks flush on the left, open on the right?

[ipd]

18" Worx Triad & all-season tires. Posted these a while back, but not on this thread.

http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f17/inperfectdarkness/1209151645-02_zpsnl2euwf5.jpg

http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f17/inperfectdarkness/PICT1288_zpsexftor8z.jpg

I really need better pics. I also got it tinted since this, and it looks way better.

http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f17/inperfectdarkness/PICT1287_zpskzj6glwb.jpg

[YellowVX]

I'm selling my set of 4 of these wheels I used to have on my VX. http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/521/thumbs/Photo076.jpg . The wheels are in great condition but the tires are shot.

I came across an awesome original wheel set I couldn't refuse.

[VX KAT]

Oh, got the superbumper I see. First time I've ever seen a superbumper on a vx (I've only seen the sparebumper the one w/o the hitch)

[VX KAT]

Looks sharp, like the rims!
I had that same bullbar, but mine was quite a bit closer to the front. I had the mounts from Tone, the original guy that distributed these with custom made mounts specifically for the VX.
Did you have custom mounts made?

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/DSCN0477_2.JPG

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/DSCF3448.JPG

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/DSCF3462.JPG

[mrlarrys]

hood is a little off due to my sons accident - and the bar was never close to the bumper with my tone brackets ? don't know why - and this westin bar only lasts about 3 years then I need a new one due to rusting. I'm on my 3rd bar

[ipd]

Oh, got the superbumper I see. First time I've ever seen a superbumper on a vx (I've only seen the sparebumper the one w/o the hitch)

That's the spare receiver add-on. And I like that I can put it UNDER the superbumper. Can't tow with it, but it will hold a bike-rack or anything up to 300 lbs or so. I don't doubt it could probably hold a 2-person bumper hammock though.

I'm bummed that I can't get the exterior line-x'd to match my seats though. :(

[jonnybegood]

Anyone looked into these Stealth Custom Series wheels? I've been dreaming on the F5's 17X8.5 -10mm offset and 4.5" backspacing :drool2:. I'm worried they'll stick out way too far. Wondered what everyone thought of them...

https://www.stealthcustomseries.com/collections/toyota
(https://www.stealthcustomseries.com/collections/toyota)

https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1452/0122/products/F5_finish_2_grande.jpg?v=1473225736

[VX KAT]

I had -2 offset on my Borbets and 265/60-18s with stock height, no lift.....and quite a bit of trimming. Had to pound the rear part of the front wheel well and pound back the bolt there....and cut out most of the fender liner, and they stuck out about 1/2" from the wheel well. With a -10 you're looking at at least the same amount of trimming and sticking out even further.

[jonnybegood]

I had -2 offset on my Borbets and 265/60-18s with stock height, no lift.....and quite a bit of trimming. Had to pound the rear part of the front wheel well and pound back the bolt there....and cut out most of the fender liner, and they stuck out about 1/2" from the wheel well. With a -10 you're looking at at least the same amount of trimming and sticking out even further.

Good to know. I cringe when I think about BFH'n the rear of the front fender but maybe it's not too bad...? They also make a 16X8 with 0 offset and 4.5"BS. according to 1010tires offset calculator the 16" wheel will stick out 51mm more than the stock 18" that I'm running now. These SCS wheels look so good i just don't know if it's worth it.

[VX KAT]

There was a good amount of BFH work! Plus I had to have my sliders cut down about 1" on the front. The stock rims are +38 and of course the stock rim with the stock tire size does not stick out at all, so that 51mm won't stick out that amount, it will be less. A 0 offset is a little better. The stock rims are 7" wide and my Borbets were 8", so that CAN also factor in a bit with the wider rubber, depending on the tire size you go with.

[jonnybegood]

There was a good amount of BFH work! Plus I had to have my sliders cut down about 1" on the front. The stock rims are +38 and of course the stock rim with the stock tire size does not stick out at all, so that 51mm won't stick out that amount, it will be less. A 0 offset is a little better. The stock rims are 7" wide and my Borbets were 8", so that CAN also factor in a bit with the wider rubber, depending on the tire size you go with.

What are the sliders? The tube steel? I was hoping to go with 33/11.5r16. I run the OME 912's and have been looking to add the daystar 1.5" spring spacer and more tbar crank...maybe even trying my hand at the diff drop. Someday i think I'd like to go 35's but it seems like a lot of work.

[VX KAT]

Here's some pics. I had my offroad shop do the work, and they made that wheel well look almost "normal".
Last pic is the VX-2 with the Borbet rims.

http://i1099.photobucket.com/albums/g386/photokat4/DSCN1239-1.jpg (http://s1099.photobucket.com/user/photokat4/media/DSCN1239-1.jpg.html)

http://i1099.photobucket.com/albums/g386/photokat4/DSCN1248-1.jpg (http://s1099.photobucket.com/user/photokat4/media/DSCN1248-1.jpg.html)

http://i1099.photobucket.com/albums/g386/photokat4/DSCN1244.jpg (http://s1099.photobucket.com/user/photokat4/media/DSCN1244.jpg.html)

http://i1099.photobucket.com/albums/g386/photokat4/DSCN1224-1.jpg (http://s1099.photobucket.com/user/photokat4/media/DSCN1224-1.jpg.html)

http://i1099.photobucket.com/albums/g386/photokat4/DSCN1205.jpg (http://s1099.photobucket.com/user/photokat4/media/DSCN1205.jpg.html)



http://i1099.photobucket.com/albums/g386/photokat4/DSCN1446.jpg (http://s1099.photobucket.com/user/photokat4/media/DSCN1446.jpg.html)

[VX KAT]

Rock Sliders are the black tubular bars where running boards go. To fit 33s or more talk to JoFotoz (Jo Birch).... Easiest to reach him on the FaceBook VX group. He's done all the things you've mentioned. (So have many others, but I know Jo well).
https://www.facebook.com/groups/32929439606/