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Biggest tires on 3 inch lift

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by Grey Jay, Apr 30, 2010.

  1. Apr 30, 2010 at 6:25 AM
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    Grey Jay

    Grey Jay [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Just wondering what the biggest tires I can put on after a 3" lift with no rubbing and no cutting to be done.
     
  2. Apr 30, 2010 at 6:57 AM
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    wiscdave

    wiscdave Lets Do It!

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    275/70/17s on the stock UCA
     
  3. Apr 30, 2010 at 6:58 AM
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    btw, this question has never been asked. you are the 1st.
     
  4. Apr 30, 2010 at 7:17 AM
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    Is that an oddball size? I don't think I have ever seen those anywhere. I don't want to get in a situation where I have to pay big bucks for a weird tire or have to get one ordered if I wreck one.
     
  5. Apr 30, 2010 at 8:33 AM
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    Are you still going to be running stock rims? That does make a difference.
     
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    Zombie Runner Are these black helicopters for me?

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    Zombie Runner Are these black helicopters for me?

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    oil change...
    do you even have a tacoma? it says you drive a nissan...
     
  8. Apr 30, 2010 at 8:36 AM
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    DeeKay21 Lieutenant Dan.

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    LOL!!!! Yeah...or possibly 38"s.:smack:
     
  9. Apr 30, 2010 at 8:36 AM
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  10. Apr 30, 2010 at 8:37 AM
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    It would be best to have 20" or 22" wheels. Then throw on some rock crawlers.
     
  11. Apr 30, 2010 at 8:38 AM
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    fishinsteeg234

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    i know 285 Bfg At's wont fit on stock rims without rubbing, i tried. needed 4.5" back-spacing on after-market rims.
     
  12. Apr 30, 2010 at 8:42 AM
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    Exactly! Those would tuck nicely into the fender wells.
     
  14. Apr 30, 2010 at 8:44 AM
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    he might have to trim a little
     
  15. Apr 30, 2010 at 8:46 AM
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    Give it a little gas and it will self trim.
     
  16. Apr 30, 2010 at 9:22 AM
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    willard417 Yeah

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    OMG! i just bought those!
     
  17. Apr 30, 2010 at 9:25 AM
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    Some stuff. Not a lot, just some.
    Dude, you're going to want to re-gear
     
  18. Apr 30, 2010 at 9:34 AM
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    The stock tires are actually too large and will rub a bit when off roading.

    You're going to want to go down to a 225/55/15
     
  19. Apr 30, 2010 at 11:21 AM
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    Yes I would like to keep the rims stock. 17" I think on a TRD

    From the sounds of some of these responses, I am starting to wonder if you are being sarcastic.

    I did have a Nissan and I loved it. My wife was pregnant with twins. Neither one of our vehicles could carry two carseats. My truck was worth more on a trade so that is what went since we could only get a few thousand for hers. I am in the market for four doors now and I like the Tacoma better in this regard.
     
  20. Apr 30, 2010 at 11:40 AM
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    dexterdog

    dexterdog My pee parts itch

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    Yes, the sarcasm is so thick that you may suffocate if you keep reading this thread.

    The best suggestion is to search around on the forums. You will be reading some really useful info and ultimately you will be quite prepared when you are ready to make the purchase.
     

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