Wheel and offset help please

Hey gang! Please understand the tech side of things is a bit of a challenge for me. I was an Army medic. I can put people together with duct tape, superglue, and a dull rusty butter knife. But truck stuff? Not so much.

I’m planning on getting BFG All Terrain T/A KO2 tires and 275/70/16 feels right. I think if I get a wheel that has the right negative offset, I won’t have to do any mods to the truck. I’m having difficulty determining the amount of offset I need. I’m not lifting the truck for the benefit of my 81 year old dad, and I’d prefer to avoid spacers, so the wheel offset is important to avoid rubbing, etc.

So the basic question is: If I’m not lifting or modding the truck, what wheel offset do I need to use 275/70/16 tires without rubbing, etc?

TIA and have a great weekend!

 

Check out the wheels and tires forum.

 

Your best bet is to stay 0 offset to a little positive. If you go negative, you'll probably rub.

 

Let me help a little bit better https://www.tacomaworld.com/forums/wheels-tires.15/

 

I perused through it but there’s a large block of info which adds factors I’m not going to be doing (such as the desired tire size works but they have a 2” lift). I’m basically looking for what wheel offset I need to avoid rubbing with the 275/70/16. Adding all of the other factors makes it a little overwhelming for my already screwed up brain. I’m continuing the search, but I’m not feeling very confident I’ll find what I need since the search is so broad.

 

You should be fine with that tire size and a 16x8 with zero offset and honesty, you could probably get away with a -10 or -12 offset. I have a 1" taller tire (same size but 17) and it just runs a little.

 

Is yours a 285? I was considering those as well with perhaps a positive offset to compensate, but I thought that would be a bit much to hope for.

 

Sorry, 265/70

 

If you are running 275s, staying with +4 offset (4R Pro wheel offset) might clear everything. Not lowering and going to zero offset is a big risk.

 

ok. Let’s assume that I know squat, particularly when it comes to tech terminology, because that would be the absolute truth…

Can you explain the risks? 275 with a +4 offset would work (likely) but I won’t be able to offset enough for a 285? I don’t mean to be a nuisance, I just don’t understand much with truck tech (I’m a complete newb who doesn’t have much mechanical inclination). I truly do appreciate the input (from everyone) and the lack of snarky comments.

 

well, 275s are one size wider than stock 265s. 285s being more wider than 275s has an additional "sweep path" across the rear fender area that is usually prone to rubbing (not as bad as 275s). Definetely kiss the mudflaps goodbye. Then there's the cab mount. Most Tacoma owners running 285s have to do a Cab Mount Chop (CMC for short). It involved metal cutting and welding on a new plate. Look up tacoma CMC and you'll get some insight there.

I went with 275s and they are noticable different than the 265 stocks and have been very happy with them. Going to 285s just has way too many complications.

 

Why? You admit you know nothing but yet you think you know a tire size feels right.
Not busting your balls man but just keep it stock. No issues then. The truth is not every truck is exactly the same and what might work for one won't work without mods for another. The reason they are different is there are tolerances when building and that is why there are adjustments in caster and chamber and tie and there is a correct range for the right numbers. Good luck but stock always wins for no worries.

 

285's as said are wider, and taller. No way will you get them to fit. Most have problems with full suspension lifts and aftermarket UCA's.

 

Thanks very much man! Now it makes more sense. Definitely staying away from 285s. 275s are a consideration still with an appropriate offset (-4?) along with potential for some minor modifications. The only unfortunate thing for me is the wheels I want are zero offset and they’re no longer an option because of that. So the search continues for appropriate wheels that won’t be a risk.
Thanks again for the insight and education!!!

 

because I want a certain appearance and performance ability. Stock doesn’t quite get me there so I’m making some changes. I’m also trying to be cautious with those changes because a mistake costs money (aka stupid tax) and I don’t want to spend unnecessarily. Learning helps, tech only goes so far with me so insight fills the rather large gap. I appreciate the comment and the recommendation.

 

How do you expect 275/70 to help? It’s such a small width increase of 10mm that it will not be noticeable. The height increase will also only be 0.5” which is not a large change at all. It will still look nearly identical to stock.

That and there are only 8 tires to choose on this very rare size you’ve opted for.

is there a certain rim you’re trying to run? As I’ve said the change in size is so miniscule that you really won’t notice a difference. You don’t need new rims for this size. I am not aware of any +4mm 16” rims. There are TRD +4mm 17’s but those aren’t 16’s like you mentioned.

 

Those 0 offset wheels you want will work fine, can't figure out why you think they won't.

 

Do some research on this thread where many have made the 275 upgrade. Folks will post their pictures, and inform if they have a lift or not. Its a long thread but very informative before you order a set of $1,000 tires.

https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/official-3rd-gen-275-70r17-tire-thread.394460/