265 vs 285, Help me decide!

dtrujillo63 · 09-29-2008, 11:48 PM

Help me pick!!! I can't decide what size tire to run. I"m going to run Konig Countersteer wheels (4.5BS 0 Offset) wheels on either 265/75/16 or 285/75/16 Nitto Terra Grapplers. I have billy 5100s set at 2.5" in the front and 2" AAL in the rear. From the pictures, It looks like 265/75s should be more then enough for a 2.5" lift, I just don't want to regret not getting the 285s later down the road

derekabraham · 09-29-2008, 11:52 PM

If you don't want to risk regretting anything, go with the 285s!

Greenblazer · 09-30-2008, 03:38 AM

Just remember the bigger the tire the slower your truck will accelerate, and the poorer the fuel economy you will get. Regearing will fix the acceleration somewhat, but not the economy.

If you go too big on tires you will need to re-gear both differentials. The lower the gearing the better off road(within reason), putting larger tires has the effect of raising your gear ratio. If you go too large on tires without changing the gearing your truck's off road performance will suffer, and you could experience transmission overheating problems. If it's a manual you would be having clutch problems instead.

If it's all about off roading go big, change gears, and do more lifting and or trimming. For real off road prowess gearing is critical, and since it will make your truck a better off roader than tires will I would suggest that gears come first, then tires.

Taco's for All · 09-30-2008, 04:27 AM

I'll try to put it in perspective.

This is your truck with 265's

This is your truck with 285's

The choice is yours. Personally, I would go with the 285's.

NumNutz · 09-30-2008, 06:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Taco's for All

I'll try to put it in perspective.

This is your truck with 265's

This is your truck with 285's

The choice is yours. Personally, I would go with the 285's.

hehehehe funny funny

Is that yours?

TacoNut · 09-30-2008, 10:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Taco's for All

I'll try to put it in perspective.

This is your truck with 265's

This is your truck with 285's

The choice is yours. Personally, I would go with the 285's.

hahaha +1

tacomaman06 · 09-30-2008, 10:49 AM

the 285's look awesome, but are relatively heavier than the 265's. its a toss up, but i would use a 265/75/16, just me though.

socalman22 · 09-30-2008, 10:52 AM

I would go with 265-75-16 would be nice would look alot better than mine.

Casey05Taco · 09-30-2008, 10:55 AM

id say 285's

dtrujillo63 · 09-30-2008, 10:55 AM

I guess I'm more concern about clearance issues with only a 2.5" lift. Looks like people around here run them all day long with 3" lifts, rarely see people running them on billy 5100s. How much will I have to cut?

Just to get this strait, 265/75 = 32" / 285/75 = 33"?

tacomaman06 · 09-30-2008, 11:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dtrujillo63

I guess I'm more concern about clearance issues with only a 2.5" lift. Looks like people around here run them all day long with 3" lifts, rarely see people running them on billy 5100s. How much will I have to cut?

Just to get this strait, 265/75 = 32" / 285/75 = 33"?

you'll definitely have to some some plastic trimming and mud flap removal, not exactly sure how much. with the 265/75.........perfect fit, no trimming needed.

slooowr6 · 09-30-2008, 11:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dtrujillo63

I guess I'm more concern about clearance issues with only a 2.5" lift. Looks like people around here run them all day long with 3" lifts, rarely see people running them on billy 5100s. How much will I have to cut?

Just to get this strait, 265/75 = 32" / 285/75 = 33"?

The amount of lift does not matter with tire fitment. The wheel travels through the same arc unless you change control arms. When suspension compressed you will rub with 285. I've 1.25" spacer with stock rim (equals to 4" BS) and 265. I need to remove mud flaps and the drive side still rubs a little at full lock. My 265s (Nitto TG) are D range each weights 48lbs. Even with supercharger I can fell the tires are heavier than stock tire and the bigger size does effect acceleration. If I do it again I'll still pick 265.

famousfernando · 09-30-2008, 11:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Greenblazer

Just remember the bigger the tire the slower your truck will accelerate, and the poorer the fuel economy you will get. Regearing will fix the acceleration somewhat, but not the economy.

If you go too big on tires you will need to re-gear both differentials. The lower the gearing the better off road(within reason), putting larger tires has the effect of raising your gear ratio. If you go too large on tires without changing the gearing your truck's off road performance will suffer, and you could experience transmission overheating problems. If it's a manual you would be having clutch problems instead.

If it's all about off roading go big, change gears, and do more lifting and or trimming. For real off road prowess gearing is critical, and since it will make your truck a better off roader than tires will I would suggest that gears come first, then tires.

So how big can you go with out having to re-gear??

Walt Corbin · 09-30-2008, 12:17 PM

I would go with the 285's. Here is my 05' bought new direct from the dealer with 285's.

Taco's for All · 09-30-2008, 12:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by socolax91

hehehehe funny funny

Is that yours?

Not mine, just came across some pics and thought it would be humorous

Anthony · 09-30-2008, 12:51 PM

i would stay with 265s... it will still look good

DFPTaco · 09-30-2008, 01:00 PM

I have the 5100's with 265's so take a look at mine and you'll see what that looks like. I have the Nitto Terra Grapplers and they are so friggen soft. I have like 12k miles on them and I am due for new ones. Stear clear of the Nittos.

Anthony · 09-30-2008, 01:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DFPTaco

I have the 5100's with 265's so take a look at mine and you'll see what that looks like. I have the Nitto Terra Grapplers and they are so friggen soft. I have like 12k miles on them and I am due for new ones. Stear clear of the Nittos.

Did you get P rated?? I had a set of those in the LT rating (265/70R17) on a tahoe and they wore great.

6taco · 09-30-2008, 01:10 PM

I have the Maxxis Bighorns in a 265 75 16 here is a pic

DFPTaco · 09-30-2008, 01:14 PM

I'm not sure what my nittos were rated, I just took what they put on there. They told me they would last longer than the BFG's (not even close). Those buckshots are dope, what what the OTD on those and where did you get em?

Quote:

Originally Posted by 6taco

I have the Maxxis Buckshots in a 265 75 16 here is a pic

09-29-2008, 11:48 PM	#1
dtrujillo63 Senior Member Name: Denny Joined: Aug 2008, #8827 Location: Los Angeles Gender: Male Posts: 773 08 Tacoma DC 4x4 Sport 2008 Double Cab Automatic 4.0 V6	265 vs 285, Help me decide! Help me pick!!! I can't decide what size tire to run. I"m going to run Konig Countersteer wheels (4.5BS 0 Offset) wheels on either 265/75/16 or 285/75/16 Nitto Terra Grapplers. I have billy 5100s set at 2.5" in the front and 2" AAL in the rear. From the pictures, It looks like 265/75s should be more then enough for a 2.5" lift, I just don't want to regret not getting the 285s later down the road __________________ All Pro LT \| Fox Shocks \| All Pro Leaf Pack \| All Pro Front Bumper \| ATOR Rear Bumper \| Bud Built Skid Plates \| Demello Sliders \| ARB Front & Rear Lockers \| 4.56 Gears \| Hella 4000 HID Lights \|16" Konig Countersteer Wheels \| 285/75/16 DynaPro MTs \| + Tons More Shit

09-30-2008, 03:38 AM	#3
Greenblazer Thread Killer Joined: May 2008, #6556 Location: Phoenix. Aridzona Gender: Dude Posts: 70 07 PreRunner Dblcab SR5 Black 2007 Double Cab Automatic V6 Home Made Tonneau, The Baba Booey Mod... Sirius Satellite Radio	Just remember the bigger the tire the slower your truck will accelerate, and the poorer the fuel economy you will get. Regearing will fix the acceleration somewhat, but not the economy. If you go too big on tires you will need to re-gear both differentials. The lower the gearing the better off road(within reason), putting larger tires has the effect of raising your gear ratio. If you go too large on tires without changing the gearing your truck's off road performance will suffer, and you could experience transmission overheating problems. If it's a manual you would be having clutch problems instead. If it's all about off roading go big, change gears, and do more lifting and or trimming. For real off road prowess gearing is critical, and since it will make your truck a better off roader than tires will I would suggest that gears come first, then tires. __________________ Later, Allan Greenblazer

09-30-2008, 10:49 AM	#7
tacomaman06 Carolina Alliance: Redneck Division Name: Will Joined: May 2007, #1475 Location: York,South Carolina Age: 30 Gender: Male Posts: 21,978 04 trd tacoma 4x4 v6 double cab 2004 Double Cab Automatic 3.4 v6 vent visors,deck plate mod, gray wire mod, black steelies and emblems, mag-lite mod, wheelers/ome suspension, stainless brake lines,blacked out bumpers(bedliner),dynomax super turbo muffler,cabelas mossy oak seat covers ans camo steering wheel cover,brush guard, hella 500(x4)custom built(by me) hitch hauler),budbuilt skids,revenge-fab sliders,inchworm locker skid,cobra cb,wilson 3 ft antenna,hi-lift jack(tool box mounted) painted stock wheels....still to come.... afe pro dry s filter..........plus many,many more!!	the 285's look awesome, but are relatively heavier than the 265's. its a toss up, but i would use a 265/75/16, just me though. __________________ i am WILL--my ride=04 tacoma trd 4x4 double cab, v6, auto,deck plate mod, grey wire mod, billy 5100's all the way around,black low-pro uws toolbox, black steelies,blacked out emblems, mag light mod,wheelers/alcan springs, ome 881 coils, braided stainless brake lines, polyurethane bushings,dynomax super turbo/slash cut tip-blacked out,chrome deleted bumpers via herculiner bed liner,color matched bedlinered tailgate, camo seat covers,sockmonkey decals,husky floor liners, hunter brush guard, 4 hella 500's(2 spotlight/2fog light),budbuilt skid plates,inchworm e-locker skid,revenge-fab sliders,cobra cb/loudspeaker PA, pioneer headunit/infinity reference components/2ways......plenty more still to come!!! http://s202.photobucket.com/albums/aa269/tacomaman06/ signature by piercedtiger www.myspace.com/goodolboy1979

09-30-2008, 10:52 AM	#8
socalman22 Socaltacomas.com San Diego Name: Steve-0 Joined: Mar 2007, #1146 Location: So.Cali Gender: Male Posts: 7,020 06 PreRunner Dbl Cab 2006 Double Cab Automatic 4.0L What Mods!	I would go with 265-75-16 would be nice would look alot better than mine. __________________ 06 Pre Runner! Made BY A.D New SoCal Forum Socaltacomas.com Shirts Round 3 (Ends 11/9/2009)

09-30-2008, 10:55 AM	#10
dtrujillo63 Senior Member Name: Denny Joined: Aug 2008, #8827 Location: Los Angeles Gender: Male Posts: 773 08 Tacoma DC 4x4 Sport 2008 Double Cab Automatic 4.0 V6	I guess I'm more concern about clearance issues with only a 2.5" lift. Looks like people around here run them all day long with 3" lifts, rarely see people running them on billy 5100s. How much will I have to cut? Just to get this strait, 265/75 = 32" / 285/75 = 33"? __________________ All Pro LT \| Fox Shocks \| All Pro Leaf Pack \| All Pro Front Bumper \| ATOR Rear Bumper \| Bud Built Skid Plates \| Demello Sliders \| ARB Front & Rear Lockers \| 4.56 Gears \| Hella 4000 HID Lights \|16" Konig Countersteer Wheels \| 285/75/16 DynaPro MTs \| + Tons More Shit

09-30-2008, 04:27 AM	#4
Taco's for All Senior Member Joined: Sep 2008, #8937 Location: Vermont Age: 26 Gender: Male Posts: 172 2009 Tacoma Access Cab SR5 2009 Access Cab Automatic V6	I'll try to put it in perspective. This is your truck with 265's This is your truck with 285's The choice is yours. Personally, I would go with the 285's.

09-30-2008, 10:55 AM	#9
Casey05Taco Senior Member Joined: Aug 2008, #8781 Location: Nor Cal Age: 20 Posts: 708 05 Tacoma Prerunner 2005 Access Cab Automatic V6 4.0L trd seat covers, bed mat, tinted windows, debadged, mud flaps removed	id say 285's

09-30-2008, 12:51 PM	#16
Anthony San Antonio Detailer :) Joined: May 2008, #6464 Location: San Antonio Gender: Male Posts: 547 Used to be a 08 Taco owner 2008 Double Cab Automatic 4.0 5k HIDs Access Lowrider Soft Tonneau Cover Alpine Boston Acoustic Eclipse	i would stay with 265s... it will still look good

09-30-2008, 01:00 PM	#17
DFPTaco It's TACO time! Joined: Aug 2008, #8617 Location: Desert Hot Springs, CA Age: 28 Posts: 168 07 TRD Sport 4x4 2007 Double Cab Automatic 4.0 L V6 K&N CAI, Flowmaster 40 Series, AR Mojave rims, Billstien 5100's, Nitto Terra Grapplers, rear diff breather mod, more to come...	I have the 5100's with 265's so take a look at mine and you'll see what that looks like. I have the Nitto Terra Grapplers and they are so friggen soft. I have like 12k miles on them and I am due for new ones. Stear clear of the Nittos. __________________

09-30-2008, 01:10 PM	#19
6taco Member Joined: Apr 2008, #5767 Location: Florida Gender: Male Posts: 32 06 taco 4x4 DC 2'' lift, MB Razors, 32s, tint 2006 Double Cab Automatic 4.0L lift, wheels, tires, bull bar, off road lights, tonneau cover, tint, system, interior lights	I have the Maxxis Bighorns in a 265 75 16 here is a pic

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