Mickey Thompson Classic III with Michelin LTX A/T2

Here's my new wheels and tires. Its an '05 Tacoma with 187,000 miles on stock suspension. I'm long overdue for getting that Icon / Total Chaos lift I have been wanting.

I got Mickey Thompson Classic III wheels, 16" diameter x 8" wide with 4.5" backspacing. I also had to get some extended thread (ET) nuts which are necessary for these rims.

The tires are Michelin LTX A/T2 LT245/75 R16. I chose these because I'm 99% of the time on asphalt but do venture offroad the odd weekend going to dirtbike runs and camping. No real wheeling in my Tacoma. This size also provides the best fuel economy and also provides the best acceleration and responsiveness, and are especially good for towing my camper trailer with the small diameter and stiff sidewalls. They are not loud at all - almost as quiet as my LTX MS2 Winter tires (in the same size).

So far so good. I really like them.





Manufacturer: Pro Comp
Part Number: 21138
Description: 6 lug 7 point 12x1.5 ET lug nut

 

I have the classic lock with the same lugs I love my wheels

 

The instructions that came with the wheels said that they do not come with a clear coat or polish and that it is important to look after them. They recommend using a wheel wax on them when new and then periodically. They also said to avoid buildup of brake dust. They are supposed to be washed and dried then waxed. I didn't realize there was that little bit of extra maintenance with these wheels but that's ok because they look great and because of the simple shape they should be easy to wash and wax.

 

how does it drive with these tires. does truck want to sway. have a 2014 prerunner you cannot hold it straight on windy days

 

I use mothers aluminum wheel polish and the mothers power ball they come out great

 

They drive great, no swaying. They are 10 ply tires so they have stiff sidewalls. I quite like the way they hold the road.

 

I've got two other sets of wheels, these will be summer only for me - no salt.

 

Right on, that's what I'll get. Thanks.

 

Nice wheels. I like the look.

 

They do look good! How much is the gas mileage increase with the 245's?