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Wheel info? Direct bolt on?

 

Looks good

 

Should have some done by the weekend

 

These are 2012 Lexus IS250 17x8"wheels with 45mm offset, and added oem Toyota 2012 center caps. Tires are 245/45/17 Michelin Pilot Sports, this setup changed the vehicle into a "sports truck" in my mind and it is super fun to take some curves in now!

They dont bolt right on though, I took them to a wheel machine shop to get the center bores bored out to 67.1 mm so they would fit over the front hubs (they were 60.1). I did all 4 wheels so I can rotate them too and it cost $25 per wheel. They only bored deep enough to fit the wheel over the hub yet left the outer center bore stock so the center caps still fits properly as you see.

This was a wheel specific shop, they had an app that tells them how much to remove and it came out just right in my eyes!

 

Hey hey, those came out damn nice!

Are they painted or will they be so they dont rust away?

Are these for sale or for your truck? If so, how much are you asking for them?

I am going to need something on my frame when I drop that rear in a couple weeks!

 

haven't been on here in years so excuse the noob question, but will this fit an 05 x-runner?

 

Theyre currently just raw metal but will be painted when assembled.

I do have sets for sale they'll be $65 shipped. Should be ready at the end of the week.

 

I'm gonna say no, just cuz i got the measurements off of 1st gen 5 lugs. If I happen to find an x runner anywhere I'll try to check

 

Looks great! After a few days of driving, how are you enjoying the handling difference?

 

Thanks! I want a "stock" Lexus or Toyota wheel but the center bore issue is what I have ran into. I have looked for a local shop to do that work but cant find one local to me. I came across a set of black mustang wheels, 19". They bolted up and looked good in my opinion but they were pretty wide and cut my steering down pretty good and I wasn't comfortable with that.

 

Love it .Rides great. Big difference over bumpy roads .Went with 550 springs since chart you posted showing stock springs ratted at 540ppi . Perfect for me .Took a exit on freeway I sometimes take at a little faster than should lol and seems to take flatter ? Thanks for your knowledge .

 

Glad that I was able to help out. You're welcomed.

 

I really like using oem parts whenever available even when getting "custom"!!

I used maps and searched "wheel machine shop" to find a few nearby spots that can do this in So Cal.. not sure where you live though of course.

 

cool thanks
it may be as simple as extending the bolt hole slots. the xr frame is probably the same as any 2nd gen

 

I'll definitely look into it. Maybe you can get me a measurement from yours? Bolt center to bolt center

 

Here's a bit of a comparison mine are just over 3" shorter than the stock bumpstops.

 

chee noo bumppp

 

Thanks for the comparison, these sound like they may be perfect for a 3" drop. I am kind of an oddball shooting for around 2.5-2.75" drop in the rear so I wonder if this may be a bit too much clearance for my drop and I may potentially end up bottoming out and trashing my shocks... does that sound right?

Could you build a thicker model perhaps with a thicker bushing and/or something to add .5" length?

I know a lot of guys run 2" blocks so thinking you may want to also offer a 2" shorter version so those folks can have a solution too. Just a thought.. guess if someone is running 4" blocks they could also make use of these to maximize travel also.

To ensure how much drop I am going for, I want to try and chuck a bunch of weight in the bed to go for a "mock drop" to see how it looks with my projected 2.5-2.75" drop and to let the shop know exactly how much drop I wish to dial in. If I end up going with a 3" drop I will definitely scoop up a set of these from you!

 

In my experience these trucks usually bottom out axel to frame before the shocks bottom out.

But if you're looking for a thicker stop it would have to be in the next batch. I already used up all the plates I had laser cut this time around.

 

Nice work! So how much better is this Viking ride vs the OEM and TR racing lower kit for the front? When I hit a pothole with this TR kit, I feel it to say the least.

And how low are you wanting the rear?

Measuring my stance, I’m about 31 inches now. How much play you think these Vikings have. I’m looking for about 29 inch in front since my knuckles are shorten.