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Pics of non-lifted trucks with 265/70/17 or 265/75/16 size tires

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by Runnerstrom28, Mar 8, 2011.

  1. Jun 8, 2014 at 6:08 PM
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    bpayne97

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    I didn't measure before and after (my truck still had factory BFG rugged trails in 265/65/16 when i bought it) but it definitely sits a bit higher than my buddies stock TRD sport. As for rub, I have not had them rub once on or off road. I do have my flaps removed but that is it. I have measurements after the tire swap somewhere...I will try and find them or re measure once I get a chance.
     
  2. Jun 8, 2014 at 9:05 PM
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    You'll only see about 1/2" more ground clearance. Just figure you'll get 1/2 the amount of the difference in tire height. So going from a 70/16 (31") to a 75/16 (32") would gain 1/2" of clearance. You can use the tire size calculator here on TW to find the tire heights.
     
  3. Jun 17, 2014 at 7:23 AM
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    bpayne97

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    Finally found my numbers (I didn't think to measure before new tires). Truck is an 06 TRD DC OR 4x4 with manual transmission. Stock OR suspension with @83K when I measured and Cooper Discoverer ATP's 265/75R16 (about 5K on them).

    Front Driver side 20 1/4" (from hub) 34 1/2" (from ground)
    Front Passenger side 20 1/2" (from hub) 34 3/4" (from ground)
    Rear Driver side 22" (from hub) 36 3/4" (from ground)
    Rear Passenger side 22 1/4" (from hub) 37" (from ground)

    I hope that helps somehow.
     
  4. Jun 17, 2014 at 9:25 AM
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    I have been waiting a year to be able to post to this thread, so many good looking rigs. This past weekend I got 265/70/17 Cooper Discoverer AT3's installed. They look great, improve the ride, etc. So happy I made the decision.

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    This...
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    Compared to this junk....
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  5. Jun 17, 2014 at 12:40 PM
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    Not stock, ome 883 springs up front to level. 265/70/17 BFG AT KO tires and SCS stealth 6 wheels. Slight rubbing up front on the mudflats that a few minutes with a dremel will take care of.

    [​IMG]
     
  6. Jul 16, 2014 at 7:10 PM
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    Stock 2012 with 265/75/16 Duratracs.

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  7. Jul 16, 2014 at 8:40 PM
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    I thought this thread was for non lifted pics? That's 2 out of 3 w a lift.
     
  8. Jul 16, 2014 at 8:53 PM
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    Leveling and lifting are different IMO.
     
  9. Jul 17, 2014 at 10:49 AM
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    IMO it is not.
     
  10. Jul 17, 2014 at 10:54 AM
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    That's a perfect stance for a DD... love it.
     
  11. Jul 17, 2014 at 11:15 AM
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    I think the thread title should be changed to "stock".
    readers can just filter out the non stock, lifted or leveled pictures.
    The point of this thread is to show +1 size tire does not rub on stock suspension.
     
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  12. Jul 19, 2014 at 4:24 PM
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    I guess I've got to start this very soon....
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    Those of you running the 265/75/16 BFG A/T's: Are you really noticing the ride difference when going from stock P load tires the these load range E tires?

    I've been told the ride will be very harsh.
     
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  14. Jul 31, 2014 at 7:06 AM
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    AlanLoshbaugh

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    I did not have that experience.
     
  15. Jul 31, 2014 at 7:10 AM
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    I'm rubbing something with my 265/70-17s somewhere and I can't find any wear on any of the fender plastics. Any ideas where to check?

    It's only on hard turns in reverse and really aggressive slopes while turning.
     
  16. Jul 31, 2014 at 7:14 AM
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    TRSJimmy

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    I know exactly where you're rubbing. I had the same problem. It's the little front mudflaps.

    [​IMG]
     
  17. Jul 31, 2014 at 7:24 AM
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    Just remove those little boogers completely? I can't think of how that helps anything in the first place.
     
  18. Jul 31, 2014 at 7:36 AM
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    TRSJimmy

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    Yessir! Not sure why either?
     
  19. Jul 31, 2014 at 12:13 PM
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    It is stiffer than the stock 17" dunlops but not bad. I have settled at ~40 psi in the front and ~36 psi in the rear with the truck unloaded to get a good contact patch without being harsh. It does get harsh if you put more psi in them or anywhere close the max, but because it weighs so little (compared to full sized trucks) the higher pressures aren't needed.
     
  20. Jul 31, 2014 at 12:24 PM
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    Looks good, I'm thinking of doing the same. Did you have to take your mud flaps off or was that just your choice? I'd like to leave mine on. Virginia here also by the way.
     

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