Question about 2002 wheels on a 2012

I have a 2012 DCSB OR and have been looking at changing the look a bit.

I ran across these wheels on CL: http://tricities.craigslist.org/pts/3244182520.html I like the looks of these wheels, and for that price, I could refinish them and still not be out too much money.

I have a few questions. First, will these wheels even work on my truck, and is that a decent price? Second, will I have TPMS problems? Third, what should I look out for when purchasing used wheels? These look like they've seen some better days.

I'm completely ignorant about this stuff, so any help would be appreciated.

 

They will fit.
The offset looks a little light... tires might stick out more than you'd like.

Your TPMS sensors will transfer to the other wheels.

That's my biggest concern.
They could be out of round or the hubs might be bent, there could be cracks in the spokes.
Of course, cosmetically, corrosion and pitting are always an issue with alloy wheels that haven't been cared for.

Those are not Toyota factory wheels... those are aftermarket, look like Superior. I'm possible to date from the photos, but from the style and font of the letter on the centercap, I'd say those wheels are much older than 2002.
Maybe 1992.

 

Sound like a good set to pass up. I thought they were factory or I likely wouldn't have looked at them at all.

Thanks for the info.

 

Those are Enkies. They were added as a port option and sold as OEM wheels.
They are nice wheels.
They are definitely not from 92. They started showing up sometime in the early 00's.

If you like em, go for em!

 

Guys, I really appreciate the replies.

Well, that's interesting. From what I can dig up, they are Enkei Brawns, but I can't find any specs on them. Listed as a package option on down the page here: http://www.portcitysuzuki.com/specs-and-photos-packagesoptions-toyota-tacoma-2002-101996.html

Again, I'd like to somewhat personalize my truck, but not at great cost (other expensive hobbies), but I don't want to reduce the performance or reliability.

Are my stock wheels a better option than these, all things considered? I'm ambivalent about the looks of the stock ones, but they're a pain to clean. Further, I'd like to change the color but would prefer to keep the stock parts as is in case I ever want/need to go back to stock.

I figured I could grab these and refinish them and not have too much money into getting a different look, but not if they are going to be radically different from stock as far as backspacing (of which I have only a basic understanding) and other such particulars.

So, coming from my position, where I have only a passing fancy to make a change and not a pressing need—do you think I should pick these up or stick with the stock wheels?

Again, thanks for the help, and all opinions are welcomed as well. If you think the wheels are wretched and no one but a fool would do that to their truck, I'd like to hear that too.

 

Most Taco owners prefer the wheels sticking out ~1 inch further (it gives the truck a wider stance). With stock size tires, you won't run into tire clearance issues.

These wheels will have similar pitfalls as any other 10 year-old wheels that haven't been meticulously cared for. There can be slow air leaks at the bead (losing 1 psi per week is not uncommon), so you have to pump up the tires more often. Watch for cracks and bent rims.

Truck modding if done correctly, usually isn't cheap.
40% of TW members spent at least $2000 in mods
4% spent over $10,000
http://www.tacomaworld.com/forum/technical-chat/1883-tacoma-mods-how-much-have-you-spent.html

 

That's just what they are willing to admit to... or what they had spent at the time they answered the poll

 

So actual spending is higher?

 

Imagine that

 

1st Gens have 4.5" BS 2nd Gens have 5.25" BS so 1st Gens on a 2nd Gen will stick out .75" more.
255/85/16 BFG KM2s on 1st Gen TRDs


245/65/16 Dungflops on stock steelies

 

I think I'm going to pass on these and avoid the pitfalls and hunt something newer or at least something that's seen better care.

And I don't know if caps count as a mod, but between the Leer 180, the DO Rock Crushers, and the little things (Weathertech mats, etc.) I'm over the $2,000 and heading on up.

Thanks for the guidance, gentlemen.