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#297 of 444 Re: change tire and rim size [hlander] by hotrod28 Jul 13, 2009 (5:39 pm)
Replying to: hlander (Jul 13, 2009 4:02 pm) Change to the Michelin Tour Latitude 255/60 R19. They are great. They are about 2-3 miles/hr slow at 70 but that is ok. They ride great and Michelin has them on sale. Go to a costco or Sams for the best deal . Other dealers can get them for less than 150 per tire and you can get a $60 rebate from Michelin if you call in on their website number. I did this and they ride great. The dealers are trying to push you to their tires which are an expensive solution. The Michelin also has a deeper tread than the Bridgestone and other Japanese tires. Good Luck.
#298 of 444 I did my homework before buying OEM 17's by nowlen Jul 13, 2009 (6:35 pm)
Before buying my 17" wheels for my 19" Sport I went to the service/parts department and checked the difference of components between base and sport/limited. We could not find any part number differences in the braking, suspension, steering and drive train components in the gas engine models except for the struts on the Sport, which I have (it is a stiffer ride than the others). My dealer told me they should not present any problems and I found a set of virtually new OEM base model 17" takeoffs on ebay for just over $600. I got them so that I could put a decent winter tires (not much available in the 19" size) for the snow covered Blitzburgh hills. And as a bonus, the sidewall is almost an inch higher, giving the wheels a little more protection and cushioning during our infamous spring pothole season. I'll run my 19's in the summer and 17's in the winter.   The difference in resulting tire dimensions WHEN NEW is minimal: the 17's diameter is .07" less, the circumference is .22" less, and the speedometer will read .16 MPH less ... once you wear your 19" tires down by just 1/28" you hit the breaking point, and you'll be smaller than those new 17" tires! (1/28" = .0357" * 2 since we're dealing with circumference = .0704"). Why doesn't that change affect your ABS and speedometer? You don't buy new tires every time you wear new tires down by 1/28", do you? And... considering you have about 8 to 9 32nd's of wear from new to worn, you'll be FAR below the the dimensions of a new 17. It's just a matter of mathematics.   I suggest you go to the dealers and ask them to show you what is different. You can also go to discount tire at http://www.discounttire.com/dtcs/infoTireMath.dos and do the calculations and print that page out and take it with you. What they're telling you about switching to 17" wheels/tires just doesn't make any sense at all IMHO! It's a shame that they won't try to assist you - probably some recent hires from Plymouth or Oldsmobile dealerships.   I could understand Toyota's concern for those who are changing to 255-60/19's to broaden their tire choices - that changes dimensions significantly (diameter by 1.44" and circumference by 4.52") ! Personally, I would not do that move.
#299 of 444 Re: Toyota Service Bulletin - 18 Wheels [HoundDoggie] by adalfol Jul 21, 2009 (4:44 pm)
Replying to: HoundDoggie (Feb 28, 2009 7:47 am) Hi! Can you get the TSB number or the part nember for the 18" port take off wheels? Or maybe provide me with the dealership name or the name of the service manager so I may contact them for the information? Thanks!!!
#300 of 444 Hybrid by hlander Jul 21, 2009 (5:58 pm)
After contact 3 Toyota Dealers and 2 local Garages, I stop my consideration to change 19 to 17.   Toyota Dealer told me that they will not do that kind of change and warranty may void but they didn't explain me why.   Sear Tire center manager came out and check wheel and brake clipper clearance and he told me that I can go down to 18 the most because of the clearance. And he mention me about how hybrid system engine, motor and recharging system set up. So I have to order Bridge Stone Dueler HL for my HH. I will stick with that for a while. There may be more choice after 1 year later.
#301 of 444 New TOYO P-Metric Tire by dieselclyde Aug 02, 2009 (12:13 pm)
Recently replaced the OEM tires after 34,700 miles with the TOYO P Metric 245/55 19R tires. Have just completed a 2000 mile trip in a variety of driving conditions and am well pleased with these tires. Much quieter than the OEM ones and provide a comfortable ride at 34 #s inflation. The 60,000 mile warranty is some comfort also. Purchased through a local dealer who beat Discount Tire by $140.00. Got the road hazzard deal also. If you need tires give these a serious look before changing sizes. Replies to this message: hlander (Aug 02, 2009 4:59 pm) dieselclyde (Aug 03, 2009 12:22 pm) hlander (Aug 05, 2009 7:45 am)
#302 of 444 Re: New TOYO P-Metric Tire [dieselclyde] by hlander Aug 02, 2009 (4:59 pm)
Replying to: dieselclyde (Aug 02, 2009 12:13 pm) Wow, you got a lot of miles on OEM tires. I changed last week at 18500 miles and tread depth down to 3/32. I changed to Bridge Stone Dueler and it didn't come with mileage warranty. I hope 1 or 2 yrs later, there may more choices. Replies to this message: dieselclyde (Aug 03, 2009 12:22 pm) hlander (Aug 05, 2009 7:45 am)
#303 of 444 Re: New TOYO P-Metric Tire [hlander] by dieselclyde Aug 03, 2009 (12:22 pm)
Replying to: hlander (Aug 02, 2009 4:59 pm) I rotated every 5K miles and watched the inflation every week. Also I don't drive my HL like a sports car nor peel off at stoplights. I learned some of my tire knowledge while in the Army. Also checked the tread depth carefully. I still have not changed my opinion about the OEM tires. The HL is not a performance vehicle and should be tired appropriately with all season type tires. Frankly I can't tell any difference in the handling and the braking is better IMO with the new tires. I switched out when the tires reached 3/32s depth. Feel much safer now. Replies to this message: hlander (Aug 05, 2009 7:45 am)
#304 of 444 19" Toyota replacments by chuck_s99 Aug 03, 2009 (4:12 pm)
FWIW -- I already changed out my wheels and tires(see post 288 above), but I heard from a mutual friend that my dental hygenist who has a 08 Limited LH, got Toyota to replace her 19" tires with new 19" tires. I don't know any details, but that's what I heard and I believe the source. Replies to this message: mdhutton (Aug 03, 2009 7:39 pm) chuck_s99 (Aug 04, 2009 5:34 pm)
#305 of 444 Re: 19" Toyota replacments [chuck_s99] by mdhutton Aug 03, 2009 (7:39 pm)
Replying to: chuck_s99 (Aug 03, 2009 4:12 pm) I'd come down with a sudden toothache and see if your hygenist can give any more details ! Replies to this message: chuck_s99 (Aug 04, 2009 5:34 pm)
#306 of 444 Re: 19" Toyota replacments [mdhutton] by chuck_s99 Aug 04, 2009 (5:34 pm)
Replying to: mdhutton (Aug 03, 2009 7:39 pm) lol. Since I've already bit the bullit, I'll just wait til I go in this fall. I will post details though, when I get 'em.

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