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Are Faux PRO wheels worth the risk?

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by Only1luke, Oct 30, 2018.

  1. Oct 30, 2018 at 6:57 AM
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    Only1luke

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    ive been trying to snag a set of TRD PRO take offs, wheels or wheels/tires for about a year. Seems like they’re either in California or sold in 30 seconds. I finally decided it’s probably not going to happen so I should I just buy a set. I usually go with oem where it makes sense, these are $1k/4, but knock offs are a little over half that price. Should I be concerned with balance, strength or their finish with an imported clone?

    Thanks!
     
  2. Oct 30, 2018 at 6:58 AM
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    maverick42

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    check out FN wheels. dustins wheels are legit. have a different model of theirs on my truck and no isses
     
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    shakerhood

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    Wait for one of the 20% off E-Bay Coupons and buy new.
     
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    The_Devil

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    DIY Tonneau, Toolbox, Lift, TRD Wheels, TRD Grill
    Some Toyota dealerships have online stores and free S&H. If the store is out of state, they may not collect state sales tax.
     
  5. Oct 30, 2018 at 7:36 AM
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    Rustytaco71

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    eBay is the best place for that honestly.

    Wait for a eBay coupon to come out, either a 10% or 15% discount. The wheels run for about $800 shipped to your door.
     
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  6. Oct 30, 2018 at 7:56 AM
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    greengs

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    There were some Replika (actual brand name) wheels called R213 I had my eye on. Basically 17" Pro copies that were $580 Canadian for the set (so like $430 USD), but they sold out before I could get to them and they aren't making any more for this year :(

    A member on here has a set and seems happy with them.

    https://pmctire.com/en/wheels/replika-wheels-218/r213.tire
     
  7. Nov 1, 2018 at 8:15 AM
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    Massappeals

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    If all you do is roads and light trails why not. I wouldnt be overlanding in them though.
     

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