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421 messages, Last post on Nov 06, 2009 at 2:29 PM
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| After ordering 17" aftermarket rims for my 08 Sport, I was very disappointed to find out that they did not fit. One Toyota dealer in my area is telling me that no 17" rims will fit because of the caliper, another dealer is telling me that 17's will fit, but they must be factory. Apparently the base and limited models can switch out, but the Sport can't because of the braking system. Talk about frustration! The installer said the 17's just barely rubbed and that 18's will fit. If I can find a decent tire to go with it, I might try them. | |
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After reading multiple threads related to the factory installed TOYO 19" tires on the 2008 Toyota Highlander Sport and Limited models, we realized we had been fortunate to put close to 32k miles on our 19" TOYO Open Country tires. By then the rear tires were unsafe due to severely worn tread. One thing we were certain of - Not another TOYO would go on our Toyota Highlander. And, after reading the bad reviews on the Bridgestone 19", we bit the bullet and downsized to the 17" to accommodate the Michelin Cross Terrain SUV. Word of caution: It is extremely important the right 17" wheel is selected for the 2008 Toyota Highlander. We did NOT go with the $300+ Toyota OEM wheel. Instead, we selected one of two newer models by Granite Alloy tested on the 2008 Toyota Highlander Sport and priced around $139 each. Although we were not happy in having to fork over $1,500 for wheels and tires for a vehicle we've driven only 15 months, we know it was the only solution for us to be able to purchase quality tires.
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Replying to: hlander (Jan 14, 2009 12:18 pm)
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Replying to: herzogtum71 (Jan 23, 2009 6:22 pm) By the way, I just got the letter from Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A.,Inc. concern of Third Row seat Belt Buckle Brackets of 2008 Highlander. It said because that third row seat belt fail to conform to specific portions of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety standard. |
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| Recently replaced my Goodyear Integrity's (not a bad tire but basketball like at 38k miles). I upgraded to Michelin XC LT4's (available at Sears only). I did a lot of research and narrowed it down to this tire. They are a bit more expensive but safer than a passenger tire, ride is about the same as the cushy Integrity's and they come with a 65k warranty. From my research 65K + is attainable with these tires. In the tire business I think you get what you pay for. My .02 | |
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Replying to: houston_man (Jan 11, 2009 12:45 pm) Did you get any professional advice one way or another regarding the change in tire size from the 245/55/19 down to the 235/55/19 ? The Discount Tire spec compare tool shows the 235 size to be smaller in sidewall (-.22"), section width (-.4"), diameter (-.43") and circumference (-1.36") vs the 245. I'm curious if you received any advice as to how these differences would affect vehicle performance and safety. Thanks
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Recap: Crap Toyo tires wore out at 16,000 miles, ordered 17" rims/tires from Sears that didn't fit. They really went the extra mile, made phone calls, and tried to make the rims work. We ended up ordering the same rim in 18", not knowing if they would fit either. After much agony waiting for that phone call, my car was ready. I got 245/60-18 tires, Michelin MTX M/S. The difference on the tire calculator is not enough to worry about. Get this, Sears had them listed at $246 per tire, but I found them on special at Tirerack for $129 each. Sears price matched, but added shipping cost so I got the tires for $145 each. I am so happy to be riding on safe tires again. Let it snow!!!! By the way, I really learned a lot on this forum. Thanks.
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Replying to: cap2008 (Jan 29, 2009 9:57 am) I tried to write in Consumer Reports Forum but that was only for their subscribers.
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Replying to: cap2008 (Jan 29, 2009 9:57 am) Did you use the 35 offset? or what actual size did you buy.... I suspect it was 18 x 7.5 with a 40 offset. I've been talking with Toyota Engineering in Japan via a friend over there and this is a HUGE problem that they WILL NOT discuss publically... it seems Bridgestone make promises on releasing more tires but never came through.... NOTE - Avoid the Bridgestone Duelers.... they are as bad as the Toyo Open Countries. 
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Replying to: hlander (Jan 29, 2009 5:08 pm)
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