Price was far less, I think I paid about $150 per wheel at the time. They might have been refurbished wheels. I'm still checking if I can find that invoice. I thought I kept if I ever needed to buy another set of wheels......I know its here somewhere among all this junk.
monroe quikStruts and wheel wobble...
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Rock62
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Many potential sources......
Fleabay, Craigslist, salvage yard, For Sale Ads, refurb sellers, Tacoma forums.........
I scored a set (4) of 17" OEM Alloys for $200 (shipping included), spent another $400 to strip, prime, paint, clear with automotive 2K paint. Final was to shift the rubber from the old rims to the new with a balance. This cost $100. Took the old wheels to aluminum scrap for $125. All in cost was $575 or $144/wheel.
Bottom line, I found a good set that needed work for a reasonable price. The point is you will not find replacements for a song and dance, its gonna cost significant coin.
Fleabay, Craigslist, salvage yard, For Sale Ads, refurb sellers, Tacoma forums.........
I scored a set (4) of 17" OEM Alloys for $200 (shipping included), spent another $400 to strip, prime, paint, clear with automotive 2K paint. Final was to shift the rubber from the old rims to the new with a balance. This cost $100. Took the old wheels to aluminum scrap for $125. All in cost was $575 or $144/wheel.
Bottom line, I found a good set that needed work for a reasonable price. The point is you will not find replacements for a song and dance, its gonna cost significant coin.
JayQQ97
MW surVivor ... clutched. 349k on the 0D0
i was planning to send these yota wheels off to get refinished to look much nicer in KCMO (alloy wheel repair) cost of over 700$ for the set
but since two have near bit the dust on the roadForce balance machine i will need to do more evaluation
DT did recommend some of their aftermarket stylish wheels but IDK
my peer tacoJohn in Denver with 725k miles on his '97 has some Dick Cepek wheels but not sure about those on my rig, some other Gen1 peers say the alloy wheels used on the trucks from '95.5 to 2000 are the bees knees of taco wheels
but since two have near bit the dust on the roadForce balance machine i will need to do more evaluation
DT did recommend some of their aftermarket stylish wheels but IDK
my peer tacoJohn in Denver with 725k miles on his '97 has some Dick Cepek wheels but not sure about those on my rig, some other Gen1 peers say the alloy wheels used on the trucks from '95.5 to 2000 are the bees knees of taco wheels
JayQQ97
MW surVivor ... clutched. 349k on the 0D0
my current michelin defender tires are at low 6-7 32nds left of tread so imma gonna need some new shoes probably later this year and will just have them mount new tire to new wheel(s) unless that damaged wheel they put onto the back starts causing other issues which I have yet to delve into
I am thinking rear axle bearing/seals/drum brakes might be affected after a spell
or maybe not?
I am thinking rear axle bearing/seals/drum brakes might be affected after a spell
or maybe not?
Rock62
Well-Known Member
Any vibrations or abnormal behavior (wobble) will be transmitted into the rear suspension and components.
Over time and mileage, this could potentially destroy bearings, shocks, springs, brakes, possibly affect the gears in the diff................... Meaning the repair cost could escalate easily. These types of failures generally manifest well after the cause has been removed.......think hidden damage.
Considering the age, mileage and overall condition of your truck, I'd suggest to NOT put this off. Replace the wheels, remount the existing rubber, then replace the rubber when the Michys are worn out. This will also spread the cost over a longer period. Smaller chunks over time vs 1 BIG chunk. New tires (4) will push $800 pretty quick, adding wheels (4) for another $6-800.....
Good luck with your decision.
Over time and mileage, this could potentially destroy bearings, shocks, springs, brakes, possibly affect the gears in the diff................... Meaning the repair cost could escalate easily. These types of failures generally manifest well after the cause has been removed.......think hidden damage.
Considering the age, mileage and overall condition of your truck, I'd suggest to NOT put this off. Replace the wheels, remount the existing rubber, then replace the rubber when the Michys are worn out. This will also spread the cost over a longer period. Smaller chunks over time vs 1 BIG chunk. New tires (4) will push $800 pretty quick, adding wheels (4) for another $6-800.....
Good luck with your decision.
JayQQ97
MW surVivor ... clutched. 349k on the 0D0
i've been told on many occasions that the truck is barely broken in!
it has yet to throw a CEL
Rock62
Well-Known Member
Unless you begin doing repairs and maintenance on it............it will soon be broken down.
Gotta dump that old and busted for the new hotness.
JayQQ97
MW surVivor ... clutched. 349k on the 0D0
Oh my my!
JayQQ97
MW surVivor ... clutched. 349k on the 0D0
Shocks and struts for a city slicker like me?
Hi Guys, I drive a 2003 double cab prerunner. 130,000 miles. I'm still on the original shocks/struts. No leaks or compromises that I can tell but man...
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