1. Welcome to Tacoma World!

    You are currently viewing as a guest! To get full-access, you need to register for a FREE account.

    As a registered member, you’ll be able to:
    • Participate in all Tacoma discussion topics
    • Communicate privately with other Tacoma owners from around the world
    • Post your own photos in our Members Gallery
    • Access all special features of the site

2017 TRD Off-Road leveling and rim/tire questions

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

  1. Jan 12, 2017 at 6:24 PM
    #1
    FiaCobra

    FiaCobra [OP] Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Jan 5, 2017
    Member:
    #206640
    Messages:
    102
    Gender:
    Male
    Ok, don't kill me over an obvious over asked question but I'm getting confused. I'm not new to performance cars but I am new to 4x4 trucks so, I'm looking for a little guidance.

    I just picked up a 2017 TRD Off Road dual cab, short bed truck and I'll probably do some light 4 wheeling with it but mostly road driving. I'd like to get the truck to have a better stance (leveling) and I'd like to get the 17" rims from the Toyota 4runner and a tire that will fill the wheel well but not cause any rubbing issues. At some point, I'd like to install the pocket style fender flares as well to complete the nice look.

    So, with saying that, what do you recommend that I look into ? Anyone have first hand experience in what I'm trying to accomplish ? Again, I'm not going all out 4 wheeling (I don't really live in an area suited for that), I may find myself more on a beach than in the woods.

    Tuco.jpg
     
    Naturalness likes this.
  2. Jan 12, 2017 at 6:27 PM
    #2
    smitty99

    smitty99 I also bought a 4Runner

    Joined:
    Sep 10, 2015
    Member:
    #163923
    Messages:
    12,938
    Gender:
    Male
    Scottsdale
    Vehicle:
    16 TRDORDCSB 4x4 A/T (loaded w/ JBL)
    6112s/5160s & 3-leaf AAL;ubolt flip kit;Superbumps
    OK let's start with --What is your budget?
     
  3. Jan 12, 2017 at 6:36 PM
    #3
    FiaCobra

    FiaCobra [OP] Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Jan 5, 2017
    Member:
    #206640
    Messages:
    102
    Gender:
    Male
    Smitty99, budget is a non factor but, I don't need a killer kit if I'm not going all out 4 wheeling. I just want something reasonable, safe, and one that will work !

    Thanks in advance.
     
  4. Jan 12, 2017 at 6:46 PM
    #4
    ZachPrerunner

    ZachPrerunner Sometimes she goes, sometimes it doesn’t

    Joined:
    Jul 7, 2015
    Member:
    #158942
    Messages:
    2,963
    Gender:
    Male
    Southeast TN
    Vehicle:
    ‘07 TRD Offroad / ‘19 TRD Offroad 4x4
    OME if you're wanting lift, Bilstein 5100 or 6112 for leveling. The largest tire size you'll be able to go without trimming is 265. I just wanted a level at first too. Now, I want a lift with some 285's. Just be sure you'll want this setup in the long run because costs will add up if you keep changing. "Do it right the first time" is the saying that applies to this forum a lot.
     
  5. Jan 12, 2017 at 6:56 PM
    #5
    smitty99

    smitty99 I also bought a 4Runner

    Joined:
    Sep 10, 2015
    Member:
    #163923
    Messages:
    12,938
    Gender:
    Male
    Scottsdale
    Vehicle:
    16 TRDORDCSB 4x4 A/T (loaded w/ JBL)
    6112s/5160s & 3-leaf AAL;ubolt flip kit;Superbumps
    What he said
     
  6. Jan 12, 2017 at 8:14 PM
    #6
    FiaCobra

    FiaCobra [OP] Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Jan 5, 2017
    Member:
    #206640
    Messages:
    102
    Gender:
    Male
    Last edited: Jan 12, 2017
  7. Jan 12, 2017 at 8:34 PM
    #7
    Swiftks

    Swiftks Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Jul 6, 2016
    Member:
    #191392
    Messages:
    761
    Gender:
    Male
    Spring, TX
    Vehicle:
    2016 TRD OR
    Bilstein 6112 (front) Bilstein 5160 (rear) Headstrong Progressive AAL ShiftSense Pro SumoSprings BakFlip F1 Tonneau Cover BAMF Grille aFe intake w/ scoop Custom Exhaust - URD Y-Pipe, Vibrant Ultra Quite Resonator & MagnaFlow Muffler 4Runner TRD Pro 17" Wheels Wrangler DuraTracs - 265/70R-17 Redline Hood Struts OPT7 LED Headlights (Highs & Lows) Baja Designs Squadron Pro Fog Lights LED Interior Lights Total Chaos Bed Stiffeners TRD Pro Skid Plate TRD Pro Tail Lights TRD Pro Shift Knob @CBoy808 Custom Bedside Decals FormulaOne Pinnacle Window Tint OEM Tacoma Bed Mat OEM Tacoma All Weather Floor Mats Fumoto Valve Amsoil Fluids
    I'm running the 2015 Bilstein 6112's (3rd notch @ 1.6" lift) & 5160's for rear, w/ a set of SumoSprings (5/8" rear lift). Truck sits perfectly level, and now has better suspension than stock.
     
    Bob1sh, FiaCobra[OP] and smitty99 like this.
  8. Jan 12, 2017 at 8:37 PM
    #8
    smitty99

    smitty99 I also bought a 4Runner

    Joined:
    Sep 10, 2015
    Member:
    #163923
    Messages:
    12,938
    Gender:
    Male
    Scottsdale
    Vehicle:
    16 TRDORDCSB 4x4 A/T (loaded w/ JBL)
    6112s/5160s & 3-leaf AAL;ubolt flip kit;Superbumps
    I'd recommend the 6112s based on other feedback I've seen here too
     
    Swiftks[QUOTED] likes this.
  9. Jan 12, 2017 at 8:45 PM
    #9
    Swiftks

    Swiftks Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Jul 6, 2016
    Member:
    #191392
    Messages:
    761
    Gender:
    Male
    Spring, TX
    Vehicle:
    2016 TRD OR
    Bilstein 6112 (front) Bilstein 5160 (rear) Headstrong Progressive AAL ShiftSense Pro SumoSprings BakFlip F1 Tonneau Cover BAMF Grille aFe intake w/ scoop Custom Exhaust - URD Y-Pipe, Vibrant Ultra Quite Resonator & MagnaFlow Muffler 4Runner TRD Pro 17" Wheels Wrangler DuraTracs - 265/70R-17 Redline Hood Struts OPT7 LED Headlights (Highs & Lows) Baja Designs Squadron Pro Fog Lights LED Interior Lights Total Chaos Bed Stiffeners TRD Pro Skid Plate TRD Pro Tail Lights TRD Pro Shift Knob @CBoy808 Custom Bedside Decals FormulaOne Pinnacle Window Tint OEM Tacoma Bed Mat OEM Tacoma All Weather Floor Mats Fumoto Valve Amsoil Fluids
    Here's a pic of my setup for reference:

    20170105_145813.jpg
     
  10. Jan 12, 2017 at 8:45 PM
    #10
    smitty99

    smitty99 I also bought a 4Runner

    Joined:
    Sep 10, 2015
    Member:
    #163923
    Messages:
    12,938
    Gender:
    Male
    Scottsdale
    Vehicle:
    16 TRDORDCSB 4x4 A/T (loaded w/ JBL)
    6112s/5160s & 3-leaf AAL;ubolt flip kit;Superbumps
    Looks good what size tires
     
    Swiftks[QUOTED] likes this.
  11. Jan 12, 2017 at 8:47 PM
    #11
    Swiftks

    Swiftks Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Jul 6, 2016
    Member:
    #191392
    Messages:
    761
    Gender:
    Male
    Spring, TX
    Vehicle:
    2016 TRD OR
    Bilstein 6112 (front) Bilstein 5160 (rear) Headstrong Progressive AAL ShiftSense Pro SumoSprings BakFlip F1 Tonneau Cover BAMF Grille aFe intake w/ scoop Custom Exhaust - URD Y-Pipe, Vibrant Ultra Quite Resonator & MagnaFlow Muffler 4Runner TRD Pro 17" Wheels Wrangler DuraTracs - 265/70R-17 Redline Hood Struts OPT7 LED Headlights (Highs & Lows) Baja Designs Squadron Pro Fog Lights LED Interior Lights Total Chaos Bed Stiffeners TRD Pro Skid Plate TRD Pro Tail Lights TRD Pro Shift Knob @CBoy808 Custom Bedside Decals FormulaOne Pinnacle Window Tint OEM Tacoma Bed Mat OEM Tacoma All Weather Floor Mats Fumoto Valve Amsoil Fluids
    Wrangler DuraTracs (C Rated) 265/70-17
     
    smitty99[QUOTED] likes this.
  12. Jan 12, 2017 at 8:49 PM
    #12
    smitty99

    smitty99 I also bought a 4Runner

    Joined:
    Sep 10, 2015
    Member:
    #163923
    Messages:
    12,938
    Gender:
    Male
    Scottsdale
    Vehicle:
    16 TRDORDCSB 4x4 A/T (loaded w/ JBL)
    6112s/5160s & 3-leaf AAL;ubolt flip kit;Superbumps
    That's exactly what i will get when OEM wears out
     
  13. Jan 12, 2017 at 9:03 PM
    #13
    FiaCobra

    FiaCobra [OP] Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Jan 5, 2017
    Member:
    #206640
    Messages:
    102
    Gender:
    Male
    Truck looks badass !
     
    Swiftks[QUOTED] likes this.
  14. Jan 12, 2017 at 9:10 PM
    #14
    Swiftks

    Swiftks Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Jul 6, 2016
    Member:
    #191392
    Messages:
    761
    Gender:
    Male
    Spring, TX
    Vehicle:
    2016 TRD OR
    Bilstein 6112 (front) Bilstein 5160 (rear) Headstrong Progressive AAL ShiftSense Pro SumoSprings BakFlip F1 Tonneau Cover BAMF Grille aFe intake w/ scoop Custom Exhaust - URD Y-Pipe, Vibrant Ultra Quite Resonator & MagnaFlow Muffler 4Runner TRD Pro 17" Wheels Wrangler DuraTracs - 265/70R-17 Redline Hood Struts OPT7 LED Headlights (Highs & Lows) Baja Designs Squadron Pro Fog Lights LED Interior Lights Total Chaos Bed Stiffeners TRD Pro Skid Plate TRD Pro Tail Lights TRD Pro Shift Knob @CBoy808 Custom Bedside Decals FormulaOne Pinnacle Window Tint OEM Tacoma Bed Mat OEM Tacoma All Weather Floor Mats Fumoto Valve Amsoil Fluids
    Thanks. Still working on it.
     

Products Discussed in

To Top