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Rubbing problems?

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by lnfravor, Apr 14, 2020.

  1. Apr 14, 2020 at 1:09 PM
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    lnfravor

    lnfravor [OP] Active Member

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    I was thinking about when i get new tires going to 32x12.5r15. Im currently running 31x10.5r15. Will that cause my front to rub when i turn? My back has plenty of room for 32s I think i can get 32s to fit but making the tire 2 inches wider than what i have on, could cause a problem. Would i have to Trim the bumper to make it work?
     
  2. Apr 14, 2020 at 2:24 PM
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    Do you have a lift?

    You'll have to trim more than your bumper tbh. You'll have to trim the fenders, trim splash guard and possibly flatten pinch weld and cmc. Even then, you may need a spacer to prevent the inner tire from rubbing uca/spindle and other suspension components.

    I like to check clearances based on a fully compressed suspension. Just because it will clear while driving on roads does not mean it will clear nicely offroading.

    For reference I am running 285/75r16, 33x12.5 is much wider than my tire spec but my tire is much taller.

    This link may help you decide better.
    https://www.tacomaworld.com/forum/tirecalc.php
     
  3. Apr 14, 2020 at 2:27 PM
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    I do have 1 inch spacers would that help at all?
     
  4. Apr 14, 2020 at 2:40 PM
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    It will allow for better inner clearance but your inner tire will rub the cab mount/fender.

    After adding 1.25" spacers, I was rubbing even more horrendously. Here are some pictures after I cut/smacked the crap out of the pinch welds, cab mount and fender.

    It's easy work to modify the wheel well to fit, you'll just have to have some elbow grease on hand.

    Here are some current pictures. Excuse the dirt and notice the tire wear from hitting pinch weld.

    IMG_20200414_163752.jpg
    IMG_20200414_163806.jpg
     
  5. Apr 14, 2020 at 2:59 PM
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    lnfravor

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    What if i kept the same wheel size i have but went to 32s so 10.5 instead of 12.5?
     

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