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17" vs 16" wheels?

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by brkncly, May 11, 2021.

  1. May 11, 2021 at 5:56 PM
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    RyanDCLB

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  2. May 11, 2021 at 5:56 PM
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    265/75/16 that’s all the info I can give I’m A Fukwit LOL!
     
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  3. May 11, 2021 at 5:59 PM
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    Throw 20s wrapped on 35s with a 6 inch lift and call it a bro.. I mean day lol

    In all seriousness i like 17s because of all the tire options there's pretty much something for everyone depending on which tire manufacturer you go with plus the load C options since our trucks aren't as heavy as full size pick ups with V8s.
     
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  4. May 11, 2021 at 6:00 PM
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    Get 16s if you're doing 285's bro, unless the tire you want is only in r17. Pack in more of that rubber!
     
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  5. May 12, 2021 at 8:47 PM
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    My SR5 has the 16" wheels....tires are cheaper so it is the best size.
     
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    The reason I went 17s!
     
  7. May 12, 2021 at 9:01 PM
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    17 is a higher/bigger number than 16 .... so... 17 must be better . right?:smack:
     
  8. May 12, 2021 at 9:08 PM
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    U know what they say about small wheels
     
  9. May 12, 2021 at 10:31 PM
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    17s because real beadlocks in the nearish future
     
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    15's and a little bit of trimming
     
  15. May 13, 2021 at 5:47 AM
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    I presume with a cream rim you would want cream nuts to match, correct?
     
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    I went from 17 to 16 for more sidewall. I prefer 16 too because it just looks better on the smaller trucks
     
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  20. May 14, 2021 at 5:45 AM
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    I much prefer 16 inch wheels. However, if I had to buy a new set for the truck, I would likely go with 17's if I am running 285's or larger for several reasons:

    1. Way more tire choices and tire options for 16's have dwindled. I can't get Terra Grappler G2's in the size I want with my 16's
    2. A 285 on a 17 gives more sidewall than a stock 265 on a 16, so that argument is bunk if you go bigger
    3. 17's of any design will likely clear brakes. some 16's may not and if you upgrade to larger brakes you may likely have a useless set of wheels.
    4 and the best reason is that 17's will fit multiple toyotas if you decide to switch to a 4runner or tundra or FJ. You won't have to try and sell your wheels.

    Having said that I like my factory 16" OR's and plan on using them until they break.
     
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