Advice for lift/tires

If you saved up for mods, you may be smarter than 90% of this forum. The number of people putting on lifts/tires/heavy bumpers and then moaning about mileage is crazy. Know what you are getting into. A cheap lift may even end up causing other problems.

 

Oh you don’t have to explain to me you get what you pay for. I was trying to simplify and give broad answers to a question that could have outcomes from $ to $$$$$$$. I’m not sure how old you think I may be but I’m older than I wish I was. Lol.

 

I meant the OP. He said he was 23. I was agreeing with your estimates. Don’t cheap out was my sentiment.

 

TRD pro wheels @ 700 bucks including tax from my local Toyota dealership and Toyo 265/70/17 SL rated @ 800 for tires, road force balance including switching my tpms over. Tires and wheels can be had for $1500 or less.

 

OP said he was looking at fuel wheels and 32” or 33 tires.

 

Just saying there are other options. The OP also said and asked for thoughts and opinions and he had been looking at the fuel rims.

 

My first lift was on an SFA vehicle, as was my second. I went big on the first one and regeared. It could climb a wall but it wasn't exactly well behaved on the road at times. The second time, I went with a more expensive yet more conservative set up and was better off.

Tires are hella expensive . Alignment on any lift/wheel/tire set up is critical, and considering the OP has a long road commute and lots of pavement time, I think he should get a good upper control arm from the aftermarket and a good shop lined up.

As I think about any suspension work on my 18, I think good UCAs are part of the foundation. Just my 2 cents . I see some popular kits don't offer a UCA, but I think something like JBA ball joint UCAs would be good for anything he does 2" or more .

 

I’m not much of a wheeler other than occasional fire roads or a wash to a good shooting spot, I do have my truck on dirt/gravel/rocks daily for work, however I am limited to a 10mph max so I’m not really wheeling.

My goal was to get the front end up level with the rear so I bought the $60 dollar Rough Country spacers which ended up raising the front about 2 inches higher than the rear. No biggie I’ll just throw a 1” block and call it good.

Looked funky with stock wheels and tires so I treated myself to 17 NVs wrapped with BF KO2s 265/70/17.. and BAM! This truck has transformed and looks amazing!!

Stock shocks, no UCA needed, I was able to keep my mud flaps which was super important to me considering where I work. I couldn’t be happier with this set up and glad I went the cheap route with the lift. I am proud to say I have ZERO issues!

 

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I was pretty much in the same boat as you.

I went with 5100’s all around with a 1” block in the rear. Gets the job done for whatever I throw at it while maintaining close to stock specs and improving my ride quality.

It doesn’t sound like you need to invest anymore than $800 in your suspension for what you’re intending to use it for. My suspension setup ran me about $650 installed and aligned.

 

Amen, you gotta pay to play in this game.

 

I just bought these fuel 16 inch wheels for $600 and the falken wildpeak 265 75 16 for about $500. Paid $80 to have OEM tpms swapped over and the tires mounted and balanced. Just replying to the above reply that said fuel wheels and tires may be around $2000. For 20s yes, but I wanted more sidewall. With that length of commute, I think you may be better off with a small lift and the 32s. If you want the larger lift and look of the 33s, by all means go for it. I’m not even leveled yet and they fit without rub for normal driving. May add a 1.5 inch level or the bilstein 5100s up front.

 

You sir, got one hell of a deal.

 

I agree. That’s great value. Looks great.

 

Thanks guys. Just off of Amazon. Tires were a tiny bit cheaper on eBay, but wanted amazon quick shipping and I get 5% back with my amazon credit card. Bought truck last Friday (ordered wheels, tires and lug nuts same night) and wheels and tires were in and on Wednesday. Side bars came in Wednesday as well. Can’t beat the quick shipping from amazon.

 

Op, make any decisions yet?

 

Hi guys,

I apologize for the delayed response as I have been away for work and busy back in school trying to finish up my IT degree. I have continued my research and starting to narrow down some options so I do have updates on my progress.

As I mentioned, I do about 95% highway so I wanted something to fit this application but still have the aggressive look I was going for. Based on my research, here is what I am looking at now:

Tires:

Terra Grappler G2
https://www.nittotire.com/light-truck-tires/terra-grappler-g2-all-terrain-light-truck-tire/

Wheels:

18" Fuel Assault D576

http://www.fueloffroad.com/assault-d576-w-25122.htm

I saw a similar Taco with these rims and it really is close to the look I am going for.

Now I just need to decide on the proper lift that will ensure these can fit without having to trim. I am going to look back and consider all the recommendations I have been given on this post as well to help narrow down what I believe is best but if anyone has any further recommendations for what I mentioned above that would be great! Also hoping to find a black friday deal somewhere and maybe save a bit on tires!

Thanks,

 

D576s are a great choice. I got trail graps for a little meatier look. Terras will still look great. I get love everyday. I went with 4” lift. A little pricey but I’m happy with it.

 

I drive my truck 44 miles each way for work.

Let me tell you a story.


If you lift and put heavy tires (more than load range c) your mileage is gonna suck. At least compare to stock.
I have an Old man emu lift, which does what I need it to. I have 255 85 16 tires, Because I like tall tires. The only way Im willing to do any cutting is for 35s.
I have an rtt, and a bed rack. I have sliders.

The most MPG ive gotten on one trip to work is 20mpg, going 60mph. My average is 17.5 on the highway. Im not trying to dissuade you.

The best advice I can give you OP, buy a beater car that gets at least 30mpg, drive that, save you truck for when you really want to drive it, or when you really have to, and enjoy your smiles per gallon. The moment you start adding weight, tires, lifts,, Your MPG will make you hate it if thats what you are worried about.

if you are interested in seeing pictures of my truck, there are some in my sig in my build thread

 

Sup guys!

Finally got around to making the mods to my truck this past week. I am stoked with how it came out! Attaching pics below: