Question by: Justin Watson Answer by: Johann ViljoenI was wondering if you could please shed some light on wheel options pertaining to the Land Cruiser pick-up? I would like to change my Cruiser’s Marie biscuit tyres for something a little chunkier; do you know of any rims (other than the A-Line Cruiser wheels) that will fit the Land Cruiser hub? It’s a 5-stud pattern on a 150 mm pitch circle diameter (PCD). I’ve heard that the steel Trail Duster rims will also fit but as far as I can tell there aren’t too many alloy wheel options for this vehicle.
Justin Watson
THE EXPERT’S OPINION:
Personally, when it comes to the Land Cruiser pick-up, I’d rather go for the normal steel rim (16 x 8) from Toyota (Part No. 4261160200). These wheels cost about R2 000 per rim and they’re the stock item fitted to the Cruiser 105.
I favour these rims because they’re strong, can carry heavy loads, balance easily and will work with a wide range of tyres – preferably a 285 / 75 / R16 or even a 265 / 75 / R16. The white epoxy rims are only available in a 7” wide design; on these rims you can fit the abovementioned tyres or a 235 / 85 / R16 tyre. You can also fit a TWT alloy rim called Rock Star Black, but in my humble opinion these wheels are far too bling for a Cruiser and my tastes.
Johann Viljoen
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