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what tires for a 3in lift on a 1st gen

Discussion in 'Wheels & Tires' started by Tacoguy94, Oct 10, 2011.

  1. Oct 10, 2011 at 2:35 PM
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    i have never really had to fool with lifts or tires my whole life, but i am ready to put a 3 inch lift on my 2004 tacoma and i have absolutely no idea what the best size tire to put on there. any suggestions at all will be greatly appreciated.
     
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  2. Oct 10, 2011 at 2:38 PM
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    Usually with 1st gens people go with 265/75r16 or 285/75r16's but the 285's require some trimming if youre going to wheel.

    I went with 265/75. never have any problems rubbing and still gets me where I need to go.

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  4. Oct 11, 2011 at 1:16 AM
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    Welcome to TW!

    I would run 265/75/16. I have this tire size on my 4Runner and Taco (both lifted just under 3 inches) and this size looks good without affecting MPG's as bad as 285's. 285's look even better, but you gotta trim, bad gas mileage, and more wear and tear on parts.
     
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  5. Oct 11, 2011 at 4:11 AM
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    Can you elaborate on what wear and tear the 285's will affect as apose to the 265's?

    Thanks
     
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  6. Oct 11, 2011 at 8:05 AM
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  7. Oct 11, 2011 at 8:10 AM
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    The best thing to do is look at the build threads and see what others have done. Thats going to give you the best idea of what you like. Its your truck after all.
     
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  8. Oct 11, 2011 at 4:50 PM
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    Alright thanks guys.. I think i am going to go with the 285s, but does anyone know the name of any good brands that make off road wheels?
     
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  9. Oct 11, 2011 at 5:04 PM
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    Yeah BF Goodrich and Goodyear Duratracs are popular.
     
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    wheels or tires?
     
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    Lol good catch
     
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  12. Oct 12, 2011 at 9:09 AM
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    Yeah Dunlop Mud Rovers are good too, my fav is KM2s by BFG and Nitto Trail Grappler
     
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