Matrix Hub Conversion? - Toyota Nation Forum : Toyota Car and Truck Forums

scathma · 09-17-2009, 04:12 PM

This is probably a question for Jeff Lange but I thought I'd post in case others are curious.

What parts would I need to swap to be able to run Matrix-bolt-pattern rims like these:
http://image.motortrend.com/f/photo_...+rear_view.jpg

Jeff Lange · 09-17-2009, 05:17 PM

Quick Estimate:

Front:
Hubs, Rotors, Calipers
Brake Pads, Fitting Kit, Shim Kit
Backing Plates

Rear:
Hubs, Rotors, Calipers
Brake Pads, Fitting Kit, Shim Kit
Backing Plates, E-Brake Shoes, E-Brake Fitting Kit
E-Brake Cables

In other words: Not cheap, lol.

Jeff

jdhog · 09-17-2009, 06:35 PM

surely you can find some 5x100 alloys you like for cheaper.

scathma · 09-17-2009, 07:07 PM

Thanks JL!

johncal · 09-17-2009, 07:38 PM

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Originally Posted by jdhog

surely you can find some 5x100 alloys you like for cheaper.

Yeah, I don't even think I'd like them on a Corolla. Just because it looks good on one car doesn't mean it will on another.

8 Bizzilion wheels at Tirerack.

***PhatRoyale*** · 09-17-2009, 10:27 PM

So I'm assuming that the bolt pattern on the Matrix is 5x114.3 correct?

sinnaever · 09-18-2009, 05:24 AM

its not exact... but similar split style...

only its Gunmetal, not silver

http://trdsparks.com/displayparts.ph...&parts_id=3255

Jeff Lange · 09-18-2009, 10:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PhatRoyale

So I'm assuming that the bolt pattern on the Matrix is 5x114.3 correct?

Yup, it is, and it also has larger brakes front and rear as well as a different rear e-brake setup. The front brake calipers are from the RAV4 V6.

Jeff

jdhog · 09-18-2009, 02:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PhatRoyale

So I'm assuming that the bolt pattern on the Matrix is 5x114.3 correct?

Only on the XRS, S, and AWD Matrix

Base model = 5x100

***PhatRoyale*** · 09-18-2009, 02:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jeff Lange

Yup, it is, and it also has larger brakes front and rear as well as a different rear e-brake setup. The front brake calipers are from the RAV4 V6.

Jeff

Quote:

Originally Posted by jdhog

Only on the XRS and S/AWD Matrix

- Base model = 5x100

Cool, never knew that, thanks guys.

***Punks_Not_Dead5*** · 09-18-2009, 02:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PhatRoyale

So I'm assuming that the bolt pattern on the Matrix is 5x114.3 correct?

The Matrix is 5x100...not 5x114.3 (i own a Matrix too)

base and XR models.

Jeff Lange · 09-18-2009, 03:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Punks_Not_Dead5

The Matrix is 5x100...not 5x114.3 (i own a Matrix too)

base and XR models.

5x100 = 2003 - 2008 Matrix All Models, 2009 - 2010 Matrix Base Model Only (1.8L)
5x114.3 = 2009 - 2010 Matrix S, XR, AWD and XRS (2.4L)

Jeff

***Punks_Not_Dead5*** · 09-18-2009, 03:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jeff Lange

5x100 = 2003 - 2008 Matrix All Models, 2009 - 2010 Matrix Base Model Only (1.8L)
5x114.3 = 2009 - 2010 Matrix S, XR, AWD and XRS (2.4L)

Jeff

Interesting thanks!

Mine is an '06. But good to know again thanks for clearing that up.

pwain · 09-28-2009, 06:41 PM

What about wheel adapters? I have heard both good and bad about these. I assume they are the cheap way out of a hub conversion. I seem to see a ton of 5x120 rims I love, and very few 5x100

jdhog · 09-28-2009, 08:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pwain

What about wheel adapters? I have heard both good and bad about these. I assume they are the cheap way out of a hub conversion. I seem to see a ton of 5x120 rims I love, and very few 5x100

Rather you than me buddy hehe. I wouldn't want to see a wheel, that I liked, drifting in front of me down the highway. You know whos wheel it is....