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15x8 or 16x8 or X10

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by 95Sr5Chris, Oct 19, 2011.

  1. Oct 19, 2011 at 6:09 PM
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    95Sr5Chris

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    Stuck on what i should order. I want to fit a 33x 12.5 on there.

    What is the main difference between the size.. Everyone tells me 15's and then i hear no 16's . Is it all personal prefrance
     
  2. Oct 19, 2011 at 6:11 PM
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    TacoMX

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    its personal preference. But If you want a 33X12.5 a 15'' rim may be the best. Most 33'' tires are for a 15'' rim.

    And go 15X8.
     
  3. Oct 19, 2011 at 6:11 PM
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    TexasTacoma37

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    First decide what diameter rim you want (15 or 16). Then, check the tire manufacturers website to see what rim width (8 or 10) that size tire is approved for.
     
  4. Oct 19, 2011 at 6:21 PM
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  5. Oct 19, 2011 at 6:37 PM
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    3'' lift with 33'' tires and a high lift jack thats all rite now
    im running 33x12.5 on 15x8's and like it. think the tire is cheaper also.

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  6. Oct 19, 2011 at 6:45 PM
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    Thoes wheels look good, do you have any more pics?
     
  7. Oct 19, 2011 at 6:55 PM
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    I bought 16's, but personally if I could go back I would have bought 15's. I like the tire sizes better that come in 15"
     
  9. Oct 19, 2011 at 8:19 PM
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    33/12.5/15
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  11. Oct 19, 2011 at 8:43 PM
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    Thank you sir .. I love the way it looks
     
  12. Oct 19, 2011 at 8:49 PM
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    15x8s!

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  13. Oct 20, 2011 at 5:29 AM
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    Littlebro are those micky thompson classic 2's?Would they have fit before the lift you put on?
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    im also in the market of shopping for a new set of wheels. i'm thinking of getting 15x8's or 15x10s. i like 15x10s, gives a good stance. but tires are expensive and harder to find.
     
  16. Oct 20, 2011 at 6:03 PM
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    just curious, what is the downfall of a 15x10 whide wheel, just wondering why people choose 15x8. I want that wider look. Will the rim just look thicker. The wheels i want have a dish so i feel a 15x10 would look better for that reason
     
  17. Oct 20, 2011 at 8:19 PM
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    Look up JLee's build, he's running 15x10 on 33/12.5/15
     
  18. Oct 20, 2011 at 8:25 PM
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    15x8s for sure...also, tires seem to be a little cheaper in standard sizes (31, 32, 33)


    wish I could run 15s :pout:
     
  19. Oct 20, 2011 at 8:26 PM
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    BAMF!!!!!! :cool:
     
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    Some good looking trucks in here :D
     

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