New Tacoma Owner. Tire question

Stock size on the TRD OffRoad and TRD Pro is 265-70-16.
It is the same size as your 245s, but wider. Your speedometer/odometer etc. will work accurately.
If you change tire 'circumference', i.e. go to 265-75-16s your speedo will be off

 

Glad to see this,

I just purchased an '23 SR, 4WD Access cab and am planning on going the same route with that tire/wheel combination (16X8, 265/75/16) and don't want to lift it. From shopping online is appears the TPS from the steel wheels won't work.

 

Do you understand how the size of sidewall is measured?
0.4 inch=10.16 mm
0.5 inch=12.7 mm

 

I do. I've also had wheels that were 1 inch apart in size with the same size tire and, contrary to what you think you know because of what's on paper, it does make a noticeable difference in ride quality. It's not world altering differences, no, but it it noticeable. You saying there's no difference is idiotic.

 

5% difference.

 

Upon this thread reaching 1,000 pages and after much discussion ending up in the banishment of a few members due to arguments and scuffles on topics ranging from All terrain tire comparisons and oil brand preferences (which you did not ask for or need) THIS ^ (Above quote) will still be your correct answer. It is the right tire for your truck & purposes. It will be smooth, quiet, great in all weather, and it will last forever.


I'll add to ensure you get the above tires in an SL Load rating. This refers to the load rating of the tire. SL is Standard load which is more than what you'll ever need. Above you've read about 'E' load tires. These are higher load rated tires which you do not need and because they are heavy, they will negatively (significantly) impact your gas mileage.

 

So you'll take a 5% pay cut and not complain, or does 5% actually matter?

Also, in the examples you provide it's 5.6% or 6.4% difference so, not only is it more than 5%, it's a variable difference. That X% doesn't necessarily equate to it being only an X% difference in effect, either. That's purely the difference in physical dimensions but, because synergy is a thing, you may only have an X% difference in sidewall while seeing/feeling a Y% difference in performance.

You're downplaying the impact of added sidewall because your confirmation bias demands that it be minimized to justify your decision. I fully admit the difference isn't huge, but it is a difference. To say otherwise is disingenuous and false.

There is no "right" answer here as it is a matter of preference, and that is very individual. Both are valid options for different reasons, but you seem intent on bulldozing a different preference to your own, and are denying factual information to do so.

 

You are mixing facts and feelings. The ride quality depends on many factors and the size of the sidewall is not the only contributing factor. You need to look at the load numbers, sidewall ply count, tire weight, air pressure, etc.

I bet tacoma corners 5% better with 5% less sidewall.

 

I'm not mixing them at all because I'm not stating one way is better than the other. I'm just stating my preference. I fully recognize the merits of the larger wheel. Not only for the tire options, but also for the increased on road handling. I only state my preference leans toward the comfort and off road ability of the larger sidewall provided by a smaller wheel. That doesn't mean that everyone should choose or prefer what I do.

On the other hand, you've been completely dismissive of the other side of the coin.

That quote is mixing feelings and facts, and prioritizing your personal bias while invalidating anyone else's preference that may differ from yours. Especially within the context of the comment you were responding to.

 

Dude, we are arguing about 5% difference. As out friends up north say cunthair difference...

 

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