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Mickey Thompson wheels.

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by svltacoma52, Oct 21, 2020.

  1. Oct 21, 2020 at 7:47 PM
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    svltacoma52

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    Hey guys, I got a 2017 TRD OF and I wanna run 15x10 Mickey rims on my truck. Will a 265/75R15 fit? Specifically Mickey Thompson Baja MTZP3 31X10.50R15LT. And how much clearance would I need to prevent it from rubbing?
    Thanks.
     
  2. Oct 21, 2020 at 7:48 PM
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    Need 16" or larger to clear calipers.
     
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  3. Oct 21, 2020 at 8:00 PM
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    So 265/75R16?
     
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  4. Oct 21, 2020 at 8:03 PM
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    Yup its a classic size for tacomas fits all models. Just installed a set today.
     
  5. Oct 21, 2020 at 8:06 PM
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    Thanks man! Got pics of it? Do you know how much lift I would need so I could turn on full lock?
     
  6. Oct 21, 2020 at 8:10 PM
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    It was a customers truck but search that size on here. I ran LT265 75 R16 for a few years on my taco, you don't need a lift, but 1-2" is a sweet spot with that size as well.

    Some rims rub the mudflaps slightly with that size but its rare.
     
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  7. Oct 21, 2020 at 8:14 PM
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    Thanks Bishop! Buying the tires now. So stoked!
     
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    I just threw on some Trail Grapplers that exact size earlier today20201021_151029.jpg
     
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    Have the exact same size and tire on mine. You'll need around an extra 1.5"-2" level up front. Still rubs frame when wheel is turned half tilt and going over large bumps. Im on 1.5" level, taking off the front valence also stopped the rubbing up front.IMG_6268.jpg
     
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    RE: I am in fact a donkey and realized mine are a 285/75/R16, you should be set to get the tires hahahaha
     
  11. Oct 21, 2020 at 11:14 PM
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    265 75 16 I have the same tires. No need lift.

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  12. Oct 21, 2020 at 11:38 PM
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    Nice setups guys! Thanks!
     
  13. Oct 22, 2020 at 1:19 AM
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    Can I run a 265/70R16?
     
  14. Oct 22, 2020 at 4:12 AM
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    Considering that’s the stock size Toyota installed on your truck, I would venture to say yes.
     
  15. Oct 22, 2020 at 8:52 PM
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    With a 15x10 wheel? I don't wanna run the off-road. stocks
     
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    You need to read and listen to people here. A 15” wheel WILL NOT FIT on your truck.
     
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    I run MT's 265/70/17
    I really like them.
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  18. Oct 23, 2020 at 12:17 PM
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    We'll see. They're still going on LOL.
     
  20. Oct 24, 2020 at 3:41 PM
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    They can't go on, if they won't fit.
    Unless driving without brakes is a thing.
     

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