Method Wheel Warning

[TaskforceRudy]

:roadkill:Just a word of warning for anybody installing Method Double Standard wheels. I went to install mine yesterday when problems arose. When installing the rims(post lift install) I failed to spin the wheels to check for clearance. I didn't think I needed to with the rims spec's at 17 x 8.5 6 lug 0mm offset 4.75" backspacing. I made it about 2 feet before realizing something was tragically wrong. So I returned the wheels to Discount Tire. They where very apologetic telling me they should fit. So he called an Method and they said "They should fit BUT we had a problem with a batch of rims. The spokes where manufactured too thick." They'll send out new ones promptly. So just a word of warning if you are installing Method Double Standard rims.

 

[TOPDECK]

Yikes.

Is your caliper ok? I would have them checked out.

 

[weeeee]

I'd insist on a new caliper if yours is at all damaged. Sadly, most wheel manufacturers nowadays sacrifice quality for cheap labor- tolerances are 3-4mm off of spec before they get rejected.

 

[TaskforceRudy]

the think the rotors won that battle. They seem unscathed.

 

[TaskforceRudy]

UPDATE: Second batch of method dbl standards didn't fit. Same issue with brake rub. I'll put out updates when I hear back from method on Monday.

 

[Moving Chicane]

Crazy! There were two current gen's at Overland Expo today running the Methods and it certainly didn't appear that they had any issues. Wonder what's going on!?!??!?!?

 

[Bay33saw]

UPDATE: Second batch of method dbl standards didn't fit. Same issue with brake rub. I'll put out updates when I hear back from method on Monday.

Glad to hear your baby was not too hurt.

 

[Moving Chicane]

I don't know if this does the poster any good or not, but I thought I would post pictures of the aforementioned Methods spotted this Saturday at OX.

I really hope this gets worked out as the Methods are my own #1 option right now!

 

[Moving Chicane]

Any update to this - it's been about a month now!

 

[TaskforceRudy]

Yes, Didn't get the double standards. The second and third set of double standards came in. Both of them didn't fit. So I got feed up and ordered split sixes instead. I was worried I wouldn't like them as much, but after a couple weeks I'm completely happy with the sixes. Method said the double standards should work but never did.

 

[NorthWest 4R]

I have method double standards being delivered Tomorrow, now I see this WTF :redbrick:. But yet their are pics and reports of 5th gen 4Runners using these wheels? Guess I will find out tomorrow....

 

[NorthWest 4R]

**update**

Those mother f*^kers hit on the brake caliper. Manufacture date on them is 6/25/2012. Now to figure out what to do.....

:dammit: :ybrick:

 

[adio3x]

Run spacers, move liner, body mount chop if you still rub.

 

[NorthWest 4R]

Run spacers, move liner, body mount chop if you still rub.

I just ordered 4 spridertrax 1.25 hub centric spacers. You think these will still clear with 17x8.5 0 offset ? I know I will need to do a fender linear mod and possibly a body mount chop.

 

[adio3x]

You'll be fine, I'm running a 17x9 0 offset with spidertrax. You'll probably still rub either on the body or if you look in my thread, theres a little metal bracket for the rocker panels.

 

[NorthWest 4R]

You'll be fine, I'm running a 17x9 0 offset with spidertrax. You'll probably still rub either on the body or if you look in my thread, theres a little metal bracket for the rocker panels.

Thanks, now I know I can MAKE them fit. I saw what you posted, that will help me determine how much to cut back since I wont have the spacers until next week and plan on doing the lift install & chop over the weekend so it's ready for next week. I am sure I will have to cut even more though, as I have these damn Limited lower rocker skirts. They will be coming off when I get sliders anyway.