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2016 Taco, any recommendations for what I need to do to fit 285/75's?

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by shamansurfer, May 12, 2017.

  1. May 12, 2017 at 4:09 PM
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    shamansurfer

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    I have a quad cab, with the long bed, I want a more aggressive look and want 285/75's on the truck. I am not going 4 wheeling, just dirt roads on Kauai. What do I need to do and keep it road-worthy-respectable. I am thinking a 3" (or 2" if that is enough) lift, as to minimize the rubbing, I don't want any rubbing and would prefer to not do any cutting. Any suggestions?Do I need spacers? If so how thick? I have read about the Toytec, icon, and Boss, not sure which is the best option for me. I am mostly inclined to ease of installation, since I want a look more than a serious off-roader.
    Thanks!
     
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  2. May 12, 2017 at 6:56 PM
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    obz

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    Be ready to do a CMC, pinch weld hammer, some inner fender trimming. You may have to do some or all of these but be prepared so you're not disappointed when you do.
     
  3. May 12, 2017 at 7:28 PM
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    smitty99

    smitty99 I also bought a 4Runner

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    Lift alone won't fit the tires. 1 inch or 3 inch won't matter
     
  4. May 12, 2017 at 8:13 PM
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    Polax

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    IMG_0184.jpg That's a 2 inch lift. With wheel spacers. Stock UCA no diff drop no rubbing and no issues.
     
  5. May 12, 2017 at 8:31 PM
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    Jeff1795

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    I recommend using the search bar
     
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  6. May 12, 2017 at 8:33 PM
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    smitty99

    smitty99 I also bought a 4Runner

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    Trimming better for your truck than wheelspacers methinks
     
  7. May 12, 2017 at 8:34 PM
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    IronPeak

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    Need spacers or different wheels to get 285s to not rub UCAs, been my experience 2x
     
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  8. May 12, 2017 at 8:39 PM
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    OKCthunder00

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    Geez how helpful
     
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  9. May 12, 2017 at 8:42 PM
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    chrisrocks300

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    I'm running this size with 16x8 wheels with 4.5" backspacing, icon stage 2 lift kit, and new total Chaos uca's. I still had to hammer my pinch weld, cut off the lower half of my fender lining, and do a cmc though to get it where it didn't rub off-road. If you keep it on road and don't flex the suspension it can work with just a cmc and using a heat gun though
     

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