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17" wheel upgrade on Prius 3

Discussion in 'Gen 4 Prius Accessories and Modifications' started by Southern_nj, Mar 26, 2017.

  1. Southern_nj

    Southern_nj Junior Member

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    i thought I would share with you the 17" tire/rim upgrade I did this weekend as the OEM 15" rims/tire did nothing for me. As far as I know, I haven't taken a hit on the gas mileage but the handling was improved dramatically.

    Since getting the car earlier this month, I did the rims, tires, lug nuts, black appliqué for shifter and console, k&n air filter, and 55% window tint all the way around. Although this car isn't considered a high end car, I will say that it was well built. Although it's not my Lexus LS430, it is quite impressive to say the least.

    Hope the pictures help you get a good visual.

    By the way, the tires came from tires direct and the rims came from summit racing. Bought the tpms from Amazon. All in all, $1,200 for the package.
     

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  2. xliderider

    xliderider Senior Member

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    Very nice, but now the wheel gap looks excessive. ;)
     
    #2 xliderider, Mar 26, 2017
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    Prodigyplace 2025 Camry XLE FWD

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    They're in New Jersey. They likely need the clearance for driving in this strange stuff called snow & ice.
    Most people in Hawaii do not know much about driving in snow. :eek:
     
    #3 Prodigyplace, Mar 27, 2017
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    Haha, very true. :D
     
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    Hello, do you mind me asking, what effect did the new 17 inch wheels have on ride quality, did it make it significantly or moderately harsher? I mean just going over city roads.


    iPhone ?
     
    #5 bigmichaelkim, Apr 8, 2017
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