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Toyota Camry Tires and Wheels
solaraman2003
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I have a 2003 SOLARA SLEv6 with 44k miles.
It has the original tires, which are 205/60/R16.
ANY RECOMMENDATIONS on tires?
Cost is NOT a factor. SAFETY and HANDLING are my primary issues. Of course, I'm not looking to spend $200/tire, but I don't want to spend $50/tire either.
I've started looking at the MICHELIN MXV4s, but I'm also confused by how MANY they have.
I realize there is the "H" rating and the "V" rating, etc, but I have a feeling that the "H" rating should be sufficient. Right ?
I DO put on mainly HIGHWAY miles, and I tend to drive FAST (i.e. 60-75 if possible).
I live in the New Joisy and so we have a mixture of weather throughout the year.
Any input would be appreciated.
It has the original tires, which are 205/60/R16.
ANY RECOMMENDATIONS on tires?
Cost is NOT a factor. SAFETY and HANDLING are my primary issues. Of course, I'm not looking to spend $200/tire, but I don't want to spend $50/tire either.
I've started looking at the MICHELIN MXV4s, but I'm also confused by how MANY they have.
I realize there is the "H" rating and the "V" rating, etc, but I have a feeling that the "H" rating should be sufficient. Right ?
I DO put on mainly HIGHWAY miles, and I tend to drive FAST (i.e. 60-75 if possible).
I live in the New Joisy and so we have a mixture of weather throughout the year.
Any input would be appreciated.
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Not looking for anything too fancy - just a clean 5 or 6 spoke design - something like that.
Just in Sears replacing my battery and was overwhelmed by the Wall of Rims...
Running Michelin Pilot XGT H4 (205/65/R15).
thanks,
srp
Make a lot improvements in handling, braking, cornering compared to stock wheels. I would recommend to replace stock tires to better tires.
I got 17" alloy rims from IS300 and they fit perfectly on Camry with tire size of 215/50R/17. The diameter of new wheel has 0.1% difference compared to old tire, so I can still use spare tire.
By the way, 16" wouldbe fitted with r16's 205/16R16 Yohohama Avids, and the 17" would be fitted with 225/50R17's with tires to be determined.
I figure the tires are cheaper than a new car. I do not car about straint line performance, but would like to get some more feel in the corners. I am leaning to the 17" with either Continental ContiTouringContact CV95 or Bridgestone Turanza LS-V tires. (all from tirerack).
Any thoughts/suggestions?
225/50R17 would rub against the shock for rear wheels!
You can choose the decision guide, and it will give suggestions based on your answers. It also has a forum so you can review other users comments about the tires and maybe add your own.
I own a 2003 and a 1999 Camry and would like to put the 15" wheels (stock) from the newer year on the 1999.
Anyone done this?
The body style for the 2001w/ 15" looks the same, so I'm figureing it will work.
Any thoughts?.
Thank you.
I think Michelin is quieter compare to Bridgestone (that's what I found out from the Internet)
TripleTred. Someone mentioned that the "speed ratings" are different from Integrity to TripleTred. Does that make a difference?
Thanks,
Jerry
The OEM wheels (15") are too small for big body Camry, not proportional to the car.
I can post the picture, but how I post it in here ?
The overall diameter is probably not significantly different than the smaller wheels but there's more wheel and less tire.
I've seen a handful of Camry's with custom tires/wheels that look really nice, and suspect that, as you also pointed out, the hasn't changed, but there is less tire/more wheel along with a wider tire. The ones I've seen are typically in motion, so I can't check the tire size.
You have to decide if a stiffer ride is worth the tradeoff for better handling. Maybe the dealer has a car equipped with the TRD springs so you could go for a test drive?
what is the optimum tyre air pressure for toyota camry? i'm very new to cars and their maintenance, so I'm clueless.
thx
Ekta
If you look in the fine print in the owner's manual, it even recommends 35 psi when traveling above 75 mph. To me, that's further evidence that 30 psi is for comfort, as opposed to handling/safety/high-speed temperature resistance. It'll provide better fuel economy also.
If your really clueless about cars and maintenance, you should read your owner's and maintenance manuals from cover to cover. Don't have them? Try eBay.
Just a suggestion though.
Ken
Regarding the Firestone/Explorer fiasco, it was only during the extensive publicity that Firestone's original recommendation of 30 psi for the Explorer came to light. Ford went with 26 psi, because of rollover concerns with higher pressures, overriding Firestone's recommendation.
I feel 15" is small for car size of a camry.
I currently have Michelin, they are OK. I want to see what other band and model people are using and how they like it.
If I can get your feedback about the tires on your Camry, that will be great.
You can use the old-timey way to flush the radiator if you're doing it yourself: drain and refill repeatedly with water until only clear (or nearly clear) liquid comes out. Then refill with antifreeze and distilled water.
Just be careful doing this. I learned the hard way. You don't want the water to get too hot. I had a real "gusher" occur once with hot water blowing out of the radiator when I removed the cap. Luckily, Ford angled the filler neck back slightly toward the engine, or I would have been blasted with unexpectedly hot water.
I think it's safer to let the car idle, with the radiator cap off. It takes longer, but you don't take the risk of getting seriously burned. You know you've circulated the water long enough when the upper radiator hose gets hot.
as to distilled H2O in the windshield resevoir??? the store brands have methanol in there to avoid freezing and to clean the grease from the shield. Do you mix distilled water with the blue stuff or go 100% water???
I was able to get four Toyota 16" rims (8 spoke) from a 2002 Camry XLE. Will they fit on my 2005 Camry LE ? If yes, any suggestions on a long lasting touring tire.
The wheels from the 2002 Camry XLE will definitely fit your 2005 LE. In fact I believe the Toyota website lists 16" wheels in the accessories available for the Camry LE. Regardless, no difference between the 02 XLE and your 05 LE that would prohibit this action.
As far as touring tire I've read some great reviews about the Yokohama Avid TRZ and Avid T4 tires ... not really sure if either is classified as a touring model, but I'm certain that Yokohama offers a touring tire. A good place to review tires is tirerack.com. Great reviews of hundreds of tires. Consumer Reports also just finished a review of all season tires that's very informative.
My wife and I just got an '05 LE a week ago on sort of an impulse buy because it was a great deal. I know the car more than meets our needs, is of outstanding quality, is reliable, is the best seller in the U.S., etc., but after looking at it continually this past week, it just seems to need a little aesthetic help. From my pov, the 15" wheels are too small for the body. They make the main portion look a bit bloated and the wheelbase a tad too short. Anyway, my question is, do you guys think installing a spoiler would help, or would it just look goofy on those 15"s? I don't see this same problem when I study the SEs, but I know they're riding on 17inch wheels. Does anyone have any insight or comments? Thanks!
I also have the factory spoiler on my car ... I like the look of it, fwiw.
Yours is the only opinion that's important. I have an SE-V6 with 17" wheels and spoiler and happen to think it's the best looking Camry. I agree 15" wheels look pretty puny these days. I guess it's all a matter of how much is it worth to you to improve the exterior appearance. Btw, you could check your local junkyard. They might have larger wheels in good condition cheaper than Ebay even. And don't forget the Tire Rack. You could probably get into a brand new 16" alloy wheel and tires for less than $800.
As for the wheels, I'd avoid the junkyard. Wheels are too important for safety to buy used, especially if you don't know their history.
Yeah, the 15-inchers look a little small nowadays, but if you want to upgrade, I'd recommend going no higher than 16 inches. The proper tire size would be 215/60R-16 -- that's what the 4-cylinder SE and XLE trimlines use.
Again, for safety's sake, I'd recommend Toyota wheels from the dealer - sure they'll be more costly, but they'll have the proper dimensions, offset, etc., and your warranty and airbag deployment thresholds won't be adversely affected.
I think spoilers look nice on sedans.