That looks amazing! Thanks for sharing.
What you need to know about 100 series aftermarket wheel options (3 Viewers)
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trdcorolla
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Nice! How much do those weigh?
I didn’t have a chance to weigh them before having the tires mounted on but they’re pretty light and maybe it’s all in my head but the truck drives and brakes much better with them compared to my previous wheels.
Im on a hunt for the lightest 17” wheel with 0 offset. Money not an issue, if anyone has any lead let me know. Lightest I can find are the trd rock warriors but I don’t want to run spacers and want something more aggressive
Here’s my current setup with 18x9 raceline 944B in 12mm offset. Wheel weigh 32lbs and tires weigh 58lbs per tire.
Here’s my current setup with 18x9 raceline 944B in 12mm offset. Wheel weigh 32lbs and tires weigh 58lbs per tire.
hoser
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If the lightest wheel is most important, then just go with 16's as the tires will be lighter too. The 16x8 Volk TE37 are ~16.5 lbs each.
Reason I like 17s is because I’d like to run 285/70/17 C rated KO2s, they’re 50lbs each. I think the 285/75/16 KO2s are all E rated, there isn’t a C option. I don’t do anything hardcore that justify the E rating, but I do like the look of the KO2s. I’ve been using KO2s all my life so I don’t know any better.
hoser
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@FxFormat Maybe some Bradley Forged Takumi wheels:
www.nengun.com
4x4Engineering - Bradley Forged Takumi
The Bradley Forged Takumi is the latest generation of 4x4 wheels, offering increased strength through a 1 piece forged construction.
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@FxFormat I never weighed my Winrace S wheels, but Braid says they are ~30 lbs. They make a forged one that is similar-ish in style that's forged (and I presume even lighter).
My Winrace S wheels were ~$650 each and the forged UR4s are ~$1700+ each. They'll machine whatever offset, bolt pattern and hub you like. If you can afford the price tag and wait time (and find a style you like), I think Braid makes some of the best options out there.
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My Winrace S wheels were ~$650 each and the forged UR4s are ~$1700+ each. They'll machine whatever offset, bolt pattern and hub you like. If you can afford the price tag and wait time (and find a style you like), I think Braid makes some of the best options out there.
BRAID Winrace S
Truck, Rally-Raid, Off-road, Overland, Baja/Dakar, 4x4, Gravel & Street. [split] The Winrace S is meticulously designed and manufactured using high quality aluminium alloy to withstand the most demanding situations. With heat treatment for maximum rigidity, these incorporate powerful...
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This is the exact reason I went with 17's, to run C rated KO2's in that size
Back when cars had low compression engines and poor aerodynamics, as late as the mid-1930s, people would order lightweight wooden wheels to give a performance lift.
The same debate goes on 90 years later. Laws of rotational mass haven't changed after all this time.
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This wheel setup is what I am looking for... I unfortunately don't have the money to drop on the Braids right now.
Are there any cheaper alternative wheel that you are/were aware of when you were purchasing these?
Do you have any lift kit? I'm a newbie owner of a 100 series and I'm shopping for wheels and tires.
After many searches, finally pulled the trigger on Method 705 on my 1999 LX.
Unlike my 01 LC, I wanted to retain original suspension set up (AHC) and try to keep as stock as possible. So, was looking for little improvement /larger size tire. Came upon 705s on Craigslist and newish 285/65/18 Falkens on mud classified.
Here’s the details.
- Suspension: stock AHC.
- Method 705s: 18x9 and 25 offset
- Tires: Falken Wildpeak AT3W 285/65/18
- No spacers needed.
The fit is great. No rubbing of anything on normal height setting. The treads doesn’t poke out of wheel well. The tire itself pokes out a little.
The front center cap issue was resolved by using 3D printer file from @cryptyk to extend the cap about 1.25”. The 703 extensions will work on 705s.
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Unlike my 01 LC, I wanted to retain original suspension set up (AHC) and try to keep as stock as possible. So, was looking for little improvement /larger size tire. Came upon 705s on Craigslist and newish 285/65/18 Falkens on mud classified.
Here’s the details.
- Suspension: stock AHC.
- Method 705s: 18x9 and 25 offset
- Tires: Falken Wildpeak AT3W 285/65/18
- No spacers needed.
The fit is great. No rubbing of anything on normal height setting. The treads doesn’t poke out of wheel well. The tire itself pokes out a little.
The front center cap issue was resolved by using 3D printer file from @cryptyk to extend the cap about 1.25”. The 703 extensions will work on 705s.
Method Wheels 703 hub extension by cryptyk | Download free STL model | Printables.com
Extension for the Method 703 hub cap to make room for the extended hubs on LandCruiser and Lexus LX SUVs | Download free 3D printable STL models
www.printables.com
Low height setting
I'm so glad these worked out for you!
I definitely recommend a davb of silicon in the slots where the tabs fit into the print. The friction fit isn't bad, but I'd hate for you to lose a method cap!
I definitely recommend a davb of silicon in the slots where the tabs fit into the print. The friction fit isn't bad, but I'd hate for you to lose a method cap!
Anybody actively selling those Method extensions? Need those for my 703s...
Money no issue? Look at Innov8. I had them on my Raptor. Very nice wheels. Innov8 Racing High quality American Made Forged Racing Wheels - https://www.innov8racing.com/
Just a quick update for anyone printing the cap extensions. I reprinted the Method wheel cap extensions in NylonX with Carbon Fiber for some extra durability. They turned out much better than the previous PETG prints.
On the left are the previous PETG prints. Not bad, but a little glossy and you could see the layer lines. They also would snap tabs off if you weren't careful installing them. The new ones on the right are right out of the printer - no sanding or anything needed. Zero lines, nice matte textured finish, and the Nylon+CF is WAY tougher. It's also more resistant to heat and chemicals. They should last a lifetime.
On the left are the previous PETG prints. Not bad, but a little glossy and you could see the layer lines. They also would snap tabs off if you weren't careful installing them. The new ones on the right are right out of the printer - no sanding or anything needed. Zero lines, nice matte textured finish, and the Nylon+CF is WAY tougher. It's also more resistant to heat and chemicals. They should last a lifetime.
Just a quick update for anyone printing the cap extensions. I reprinted the Method wheel cap extensions in NylonX with Carbon Fiber for some extra durability. They turned out much better than the previous PETG prints.
On the left are the previous PETG prints. Not bad, but a little glossy and you could see the layer lines. They also would snap tabs off if you weren't careful installing them. The new ones on the right are right out of the printer - no sanding or anything needed. Zero lines, nice matte textured finish, and the Nylon+CF is WAY tougher. It's also more resistant to heat and chemicals. They should last a lifetime.
Are you selling these? If so, I would like to buy a few. For now, I just painted the dust caps on my front hubs black but would like a proper set of center caps if you decide to sell them.
You can upload the model above to a site like Shapeways and they'll print it for you. They can definitely do it cheaper than me. I would have to sell them for $150 to make it worth the time/material/wear and tear on the printer (this material is hard on nozzles).
