OT Wheel weight

[Toxicdog]

Has anyone had a chance to weigh the OT wheels with/without tires? Trying to figure if installing some lightweight wheels/tires might eek out a bit better mileage.

Edit:
A fellow poster here listed the wheel weight as: 32.6 lbs.
Tire weight: 43 lbs.

75.6 lbs per corner!

 

[Zaki6]

While that may be of some limited value, if you really want a little better mileage it would be far more useful to drive in Economy mode, try to keep A/C not blowing too cold and obviously don't be a lead foot. This would be far more effective than changing out the wheels.

 

[Toxicdog]

While that may be of some limited value, if you really want a little better mileage it would be far more useful to drive in Economy mode, try to keep A/C not blowing too cold and obviously don't be a lead foot. This would be far more effective than changing out the wheels.

Definitely driving on economy, 90% city time and getting around 17-18 mpg. I can feel the weight of the wheels at every stop and go. Dont know why you see lighter wheels as limited value as unsprung mass is a known major variable in vehicle driving dynamics. If I can shave off 20lbs of unsprung mass at each corner and improve acceleration, driveability and economy, why not?

Effects of Upsized Wheels and Tires Tested

Plus-Size Models: Testing the performance effects of upsizing wheels and tires.

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[IntrinoX]

You need TE37's if you want lightweight forged wheels.

💨 Sold / Gone - CHEAP! NEW Rays Volk Racing TE37 Wheels $2500

I have two sets for sale. Both are 18x8 +30 One set is BRONZE. One set is DARK AMBER BRONZE (very nice color). This is flush-fitment for those that do not prefer the aggressive poke look. $3800 SHIPPED OBO Also have several vouchers on this forum for past transactions. Thanks for looking!

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[Toxicdog]

You need TE37's if you want lightweight forged wheels.

💨 Sold / Gone - CHEAP! NEW Rays Volk Racing TE37 Wheels $2500

I have two sets for sale. Both are 18x8 +30 One set is BRONZE. One set is DARK AMBER BRONZE (very nice color). This is flush-fitment for those that do not prefer the aggressive poke look. $3800 SHIPPED OBO Also have several vouchers on this forum for past transactions. Thanks for looking!

www.lexusgxforum.com

Haha, i've been thinking about them! If they're still around by feb/march, I'll send you a DM.

 

[Zaki6]

Definitely driving on economy, 90% city time and getting around 17-18 mpg. I can feel the weight of the wheels at every stop and go. Dont know why you see lighter wheels as limited value as unsprung mass is a known major variable in vehicle driving dynamics. If I can shave off 20lbs of unsprung mass at each corner and improve acceleration, driveability and economy, why not?

Effects of Upsized Wheels and Tires Tested

Plus-Size Models: Testing the performance effects of upsizing wheels and tires.

www.caranddriver.com

For the simple reason that this not a sports car or even a sports sedan.
You said you wanted to increase mpg by decreasing unsprung weight.
The very minor potential savings by changing wheels and possibly tires will take years to recoup the cost of the new wheel/tire setup.
In sports car where someone is trying to shave off seconds from their lap times, reducing unsprung mass may be far more logical.

 

[Jrox]

For the simple reason that this not a sports car or even a sports sedan.
You said you wanted to increase mpg by decreasing unsprung weight.
The very minor potential savings by changing wheels and possibly tires will take years to recoup the cost of the new wheel/tire setup.
In sports car where someone is trying to shave off seconds from their lap times, reducing unsprung mass may be far more logical.

I bought the car knowing it drinks fuel and I ain’t that arsed!

 

[DJ’s Sled]

So does someone know the weight of the OEM Overtrail rim? TIA!

 

[TmoEng]

Best estimate I have is approx. 27 lbs per wheel.

Dan Edmunds from car and driver weighed the mounted tire at 66 lbs.

time stamp 18:22


Tirerack specs for the OE Open Country AT III IS 39 lbs per tire.

 

[DJ’s Sled]

Perfect. Not too concerned with mpg…but don’t want to go crazy heavier on a 2nd set of rims. Handling, acceleration, various system performance in snow, etc.
THANK YOU!

 

[TmoEng]

You're welcome! Never going to hurt to reduce unsprung weight. Worst case it's a wash.

 

[DJ’s Sled]

You're welcome! Never going to hurt to reduce unsprung weight. Worst case it's a wash.

True, True.
Have a long trip starting in a few days. Will use the OE Toyo Open Countrys for that as they seem pretty darn sticky in cold weather based on my experience.
Then will pull them off and likely replace with the Grappler G3, 275/70R18 SL.
At this point I’m planning to keep and use the Overtrail rims for the summer.
Thanks!

 

[gvan1998]

its 33 lbs with box. i just recently shipped one.

 

[CitizenEarthling]

While that may be of some limited value, if you really want a little better mileage it would be far more useful to drive in Economy mode, try to keep A/C not blowing too cold and obviously don't be a lead foot. This would be far more effective than changing out the wheels.

Do you or anyone know the load rating for the OT OEM wheels? I want to get aftermarket with same specs, just better looking then my P+ wheels. I can't do any trails with the stock All seasons.....

 

[DJ’s Sled]

OVERTRAIL OE Toyo tires FOR SALE, all 5 tires. About 5500 miles on the main 4. $375 cash all 5 tires.

Will be available in Richmond VA area, about March 5th to late March.
Tires are fine, have been outstanding in wet and snow, pretty darn quiet.
I will also post this in Forum Market place.

EDIT: these are now SOLD.

 

[Bluegill]

If you bought a new set of lightweight forged wheels for $3500 and realized a 1 mpg improvement, it would only take 299,250 miles to recoup the cost of the wheels with gas at $4.00 per gallon. If gas is $5.00 per gallon then it will take 239,400 miles. Gas at $3.00 will take 399,000 miles. Totally worth it.

 

[jpto]

You might get a bit of MPG savings with a lighter wheel but the real improvement will be in handling and your butt dyno. Going to a light weight wheel will make your vehicle feel more agile.

I'm planning on getting a lighter weight set of wheels to counteract heavier AT tires and downsize to 18's. I'm not thrilled with the OEM 20's

 

[Lextech]

Do you or anyone know the load rating for the OT OEM wheels? I want to get aftermarket with same specs, just better looking then my P+ wheels. I can't do any trails with the stock All seasons.....

C load rating