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Method 701 with Mickey Thompson Baja Boss A/T

Discussion in '5th Gen 4Runners (2010-2024)' started by RomanCraig, Jan 13, 2023.

  1. Jan 13, 2023 at 9:28 AM
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    RomanCraig

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    Hi all,

    I'm new here and have a question about what I'm looking to add to my 4Runner. Will adding Method 701 (17x8.5 Offset:0 Backspace 4.75) and Baja Boss A/T(LT265/70 R17) cause any rubbing? I called both manufacturers and they say "no" but wanted to double check with you guys.

    Thanks for the help
     
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  2. Jan 13, 2023 at 12:37 PM
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    Haha sorry I'm the worst
     
  4. Jan 13, 2023 at 5:53 PM
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    Should be fine.

    Please post pictures!
     
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  5. Jan 14, 2023 at 3:56 AM
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    I have the same setup with Method 316's. You are good to go and they are great tires.

    New Tires.jpg
     
  8. Jan 14, 2023 at 4:25 PM
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    Thanks for all of the help. Both have been ordered and are on their way. I’ll be sure to post pics.
     
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  9. Jan 14, 2023 at 6:45 PM
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    Also if there is rubbing, its not the end of the world.
     
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    I realize that. However, I’d prefer no rubbing if I can help it.
    I appreciate the help.
     
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    You might have to remove your front mud flaps if you still have them on, they might rub at full lock while reversing. Shouldn’t rub anywhere also.
     
  12. Jan 15, 2023 at 4:15 AM
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    Looks great! I'm considering these after my Toyos wear out. Those Methods look very similar to my Black Rhinos.

    Great movie! :D
     
  13. Jan 15, 2023 at 3:15 PM
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    Those look great! Looking forward to pics after they're mounted! ;)
     
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    Ha! I got excited. Just waiting on tires.
     
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    Oof, the waiting game. :confused:

    Any idea when they're showing up?
     
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    Not until the 24th.
     
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    Couldn’t be happier. Zero issues with rubbing and the tires are great. Thanks again for all of the help.
     
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    Top notch! Good luck with them.
     
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    Looking good! How are you liking the tires, so far?
     
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    I was looking at the ATZ's before I bought my Toyo AT3's. They look beefy, but probably not the best daily driven AT. OTOH, the Baja Boss AT looks like it could be a very good all around tire.

    I hope you end up loving them!
     
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    How you liking those tires so far?
     
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    I love them. Very quiet and have much better traction than the Nittos it came with. (I wasn’t a fan of those, but that’s just my opinion) I originally looked at the LT A/T but the weight was a deal breaker.
     
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    Really like that look with stock size tires!
     
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