[thirdcel]

I wanted to know if anyone knows how to convert a Tercel into 5 lugs.
Perhaps maybe from another toyota,
or even another car brand.
I'm open for ideas that may lead to a swap.

I want to do this because I want be able to try one of these toyota factory rims. (Example the scion tc 5 lug 17 inch rims) :thumbsup:
I seems toyota is making 16 and 17 inch factory rims that are only 5 lugs:disappoin

I have found these spacers online that convert 4 lugs into 5 lugs, but I feel this method is not 100% safe.:ugh3:

 

[Tercel GTS]

Look at the mr2 spyder for large factory 4 lug rims.

 

[thirdcel]

mr2 rims

That was a pretty cool idea.

But not the size rim.
I want to go 17!:thumbsup:

I've seen 5 lugs done on three Tercels.
Does anyone know how to do this?:help:

 

[Paseo15psi]

Why not just get some TRD rims for a Yaris? They are bigger and will bolt up with no problem.

 

[thirdcel]

trd yaris rims

:whatwhat:

Why not just get some TRD rims for a Yaris? They are bigger and will bolt up with no problem.

19 inch trd rims for yaris are look great,
but a little tight on paseo and tercel.


maybe some 17 inch, 4 lug trd rims.:whatwhat:

I'm still willing to do the 5 lugs on tercel if anyone can share any ideas.

 

[Tercel GTS]

Here's a Tercel with 17's for you to look at.
http://www.board.tercelonline.com/viewthread.php?tid=39432

 

[thirdcel]

Here's a Tercel with 17's for you to look at.
http://www.board.tercelonline.com/viewthread.php?tid=39432

Are there any 17 that will fit Tercel with the toyota or the TRD logo?

 

[Paseo15psi]

TRD has some for the Yaris that are 16 inch, but you won't find them in the TRD North America catalog...

 

[thirdcel]

TRD has some for the Yaris that are 16 inch, but you won't find them in the TRD North America catalog...

Well that's not good.:disappoin

 

[thirdcel]

Well that's not good.:disappoin

5 lug Tercel must be really difficult to do.

So far there have been some really good ideas.:thumbsup:

Any other suggestions?
I want to convert Tercel into 5 lugs :help:

 

[Force Fed]

Why are you stuck on 17's? They will ride like a stagecoach due to the lower profile tire you'll have to run. 16's would look and ride better IMO, probably handle better too. If you just want the big-wheel look though, then go for it

 

[thirdcel]

Well then I suppose that no one can come up with 5 Lugs on a Tercel.:disappoin
But the others were really great ideas.:thumbsup:
I should be looking foward to them.

Someone had metioned a machine shop.

But another source told me not to do it, because a company did it for a while and 4 customers wheels had come apart from the vehicle while it was in motion.:ugh3:

THE HORROR!!!

If I find an effective, and safe way to do five lugs, (such as a swap) I will post it.

I get the feeling I will take the good advice.
Questions, Comments or If you just wanna add something, I will reply.
I think I will be moving forward on starlet 4 lug rear disc brakes.:thumbsup:
Its gotta be safer than 5 machined lugs.:whatwhat:

 

[thirdcel]

Please POST if anyone knows a way of converting Tercel or Paseo into 5 lugs.

 

[Tercel GTS]

You can swap out the front hubs but the backs must be redrilled. Good luck, it's not a safe idea.

 

[thoughthard]

Google "DragOnFly Tercel".

 

[thirdcel]

Correct me if I'm wrong.
Don't 5 lugs hold better than 4

 

[thirdcel]

The DragOnFly Tercel is cool,
but how did he do that.

 

[Tercel GTS]

A flange with 5 holes is better than 4 yes. A flange with 8 holes in it using 5 is compromised. GT_REVVA built dragonfly and I'm not sure what method he used. He's very experienced with custom work and fabrication.

 

[thirdcel]

If Tercel and Corolla share the same platform; would a rear supension swap be possible?:whatthe:
Corolla 4 lug hubs can be easily swap into 5 lug hubs.:yawn:
I really haven't put this on paper.:blah:
Has anyone tried this before?:whatwhat:
think it could work?:worship:

 

[Tercel GTS]

Could work sure, bolt in, not. Keep in mind a Corolla is several inches wider than a Tercel. 1 person has made an IRS rear suspension setup for a Tercel. This 1 person hasn't been heard from since the test drive. Try it if you want but carry a laptop so you can report from a hospital if it goes bad.