Updated. Method 312 double black wheels on. Pics

[TRD PANTHER]

I am buying new wheels for a different look, more concavity and a more aggressive stance as compared to my factory 17 x 7 +4 Pro wheels. I have a black 4Runner with 285/70-17’s and I am trying to decide between the following two wheels. Both wheels are 17 x 8.5 with a 0mm offset and 4.75 backspace.
KMC 724 OL machined silver or the
Method 312 double black.

Edit: I had the poll setup, but it didn’t show

 

[mrblah]

I am buying new wheels for a different look, more concavity and a more aggressive stance as compared to my factory 17 x 7 +4 Pro wheels. I have a black 4Runner with 285/70-17’s and I am trying to decide between the following two wheels. Both wheels are 17 x 8.5 with a 0mm offset and 4.75 backspace.
KMC 724 OL machined silver or the
Method 312 double black.

which do you like better? I personally would go with the more "classic" wheel design or simpler design, so you won't get tired of it a few years from now.

I just like fatty lips, have you checked out the summit dakar?

 

[TRD PANTHER]

which do you like better? I personally would go with the more "classic" wheel design or simpler design, so you won't get tired of it a few years from now.

I just like fatty lips, have you checked out the summit dakar?

I did check them out, but, they are 9” wide with a -25 offset and would definitely require a bmc. I have plenty of clearance with the Pro wheels and have no rubbing.
I somewhat prefer the 724 silver machined for a totally different look, but, it may not look as aggressive as the black and too factory looking. The matte graphite with the gloss black lip and bolt would match the truck. I’m not a big faux bead lock fan and with the ring and bolt’s painted black, it may look good. Tough decision for me.

 

[Steve40th396]

Whichever is made in USA. Seriously..
Black ones look nice.

 

[Xtremluck]

Whichever is made in USA. Seriously..
Black ones look nice.

You will be seriously waiting for a long time. I don't think I've ever seen a wheel manufactured in the US before. Do you know where your 4runner was built?

 

[Xtremluck]

I'd look at it more from a functionality perspective, in theory you are going to drive your 4runner offroad yes? The Bead Grip technology in Method wheels is very enticing and functional. That alone would pull me toward their wheels.

 

[Steve40th396]

You will be seriously waiting for a long time. I don't think I've ever seen a wheel manufactured in the US before. Do you know where your 4runner was built?

Yes, Japan.
Most wheels, other than a few manufactures are China.
OEM? You can find them if you search. But most truck wheels are chinesium

 

[AZ Craig]

Vote for the Method. Like the look more and a better brand than KMC from what I know of stuff (I'm sure some will disagree).

 

[chrisridebike8]

I'd look at it more from a functionality perspective, in theory you are going to drive your 4runner offroad yes? The Bead Grip technology in Method wheels is very enticing and functional. That alone would pull me toward their wheels.

I agree, but the Methods the OP listed don't have bead grip. I think only wheels that are their 700 series or the beadlocks (on the inner bead) have bead grip. Of the 2 shown, I would do KMC. The KMCs vs a bead grip Method...then I pick the method

 

[rdruss]

Black with black? Nope!

 

[TRD PANTHER]

Whichever is made in USA. Seriously..
Black ones look nice.

You will be seriously waiting for a long time. I don't think I've ever seen a wheel manufactured in the US before. Do you know where your 4runner was built?

Yes, Japan.
Most wheels, other than a few manufactures are China.
OEM? You can find them if you search. But most truck wheels are chinesium

I agree, but the Methods the OP listed don't have bead grip. I think only wheels that are their 700 series or the beadlocks (on the inner bead) have bead grip. Of the 2 shown, I would do KMC. The KMCs vs a bead grip Method...then I pick the method

The KMC is made in the U.S. The Method is Chinesium, lol. Worse material than unobtainium.
And unfortunately, the 312 does not have the bead grip technology.
The bead grip wheels are 701 through 707. Link here: Bead Grip Wheels – Method Race Wheels
I’m leaning towards the KMC 724 as it is completely opposite of the black wheels. They do not have bead grip technology.
I kind of like the Method 703 in gloss titanium and they have the bead grip. I don’t want bronze.
Although I do some challenging 4wheeling, this is my daily driver. So 15-18 psi works for me. No extreme stuff like Xtremeluck. Apropos name for this member.
Keep your comments coming. Thanks.

 

[TRD PANTHER]

The KMC is made in the U.S. The Method is Chinesium, lol. Worse material than unobtainium.
And unfortunately, the 312 does not have the bead grip technology.
The bead grip wheels are 701 through 707. Link here: Bead Grip Wheels – Method Race Wheels
I’m leaning towards the KMC 724 as it is completely opposite of the black wheels. They do not have bead grip technology.
I kind of like the Method 703 in gloss titanium and they have the bead grip. I don’t want bronze.
Although I do some challenging 4wheeling, this is my daily driver. So 15-18 psi works for me. No extreme stuff like Xtremeluck. Apropos name for this member.
Keep your comments coming. Thanks.

703’s in gloss titanium. Classic Toyota stripes optional center cap for the 700 series.

 

[TRD PANTHER]

Went with the Method 312 double black in a 17 x 8.5 x 0 offset. It gives it a nicer, slightly wider stance, and the tires look a half size larger now.
The flat black looks like graphite in certain light. The gloss black ring and bolts pick up the vehicle paint. The flat black centers pick up all the matte and satin black finishes, i.e. front bumper, side door window frames, etc. The Pro wheels are nice looking, just wanted something a little wider with some concavity after 4.5 years.
A pretty conservative decision, but a little different.
Thinking about adding a red TRD logo or classic Toyota stripes to the center caps.

 

[mrblah]

Went with the Method 312 double black in a 17 x 8.5 x 0 offset. It gives it a nicer, slightly wider stance, and the tires look a half size larger now.
The flat black looks like graphite in certain light. The gloss black ring and bolts pick up the vehicle paint. The flat black centers pick up all the matte and satin black finishes, i.e. front bumper, side door window frames, etc. The Pro wheels are nice looking, just wanted something a little wider with some concavity after 4.5 years.
A pretty conservative decision, but a little different.
Thinking about adding a red TRD logo or classic Toyota stripes to the center caps.

thats so purdy it almost looks photoshopped lol.

 

[TRD PANTHER]

thats so purdy it almost looks photoshopped lol.

Thanks, I'll get it washed tomorrow properly. No clearance issues.

 

[TRD PANTHER]

Washed. I really like the new wheels and the wider look. Glad I stayed with my 285/70’s.

 

[Nahrah]

Looks great! Those wheels were also one of my other choices along with the 703 but I decided to go with the 316 in gloss titanium. Wanted to keep that white/ gray theme going, since my front and rear valances and emblems were already gray. Didn’t have them for a month and all four have trail scratches lol.

 

[TRD PANTHER]

Looks great! Those wheels were also one of my other choices along with the 703 but I decided to go with the 316 in gloss titanium. Wanted to keep that white/ gray theme going, since my front and rear valances and emblems were already gray. Didn’t have them for a month and all four have trail scratches lol.

Good choice. The 703 in gloss titanium was one of my top choices. I think that would have looked good too, but in the end I reverted to the typical black look. I’m waiting for my next trip out. The gloss black rings will be easier to touch up than gloss titanium. I’ll keep a Sharpie in my truck. Lol

 

[infiniteobjectt]

dang the new methods look great