New Tires Rubbing, Advice on Lift/Leveling kit for 2012 TACO

Hello,

I recently purchased some aftermarket 17" rims for my 2012 that look like TRD beadlocks and some BFG KO 2's 265-70-17 and I have some pretty good rubbing at about 60% turn in either direction. I went and ordered some of those RokBlokz mud flaps hoping to alleviate the issue but its almost the same rubbing on the cab side of the front tires.

As it now looks like I will have to put in some kind of lift or leveling kit I was hoping I could find some expertise on this site. I am not looking to do any off-roading with the vehicle and don't want to increase the tire size anymore so I am hoping some folks could weigh-in on how to fix the rubbing while not adversely affecting the handling or suspension components. I am looking for what the most cost-effective way to fix the rubbing but if I have to spend a little more to maintain or even improve handling while not messing with the suspension geometry I will happily pay for what is needed.

Thanks in advance for your help,

P.

 

Can you see where it's rubbing? I ran 265/ 75/ 16 on stock suspension for a couple years with zero rubbing with stock mud flaps. I'm surprised you're getting that much rubbing. Now I run 33s (255/85/16) on a 3" lift with almost no rubbing. The little rubbing I get doesn't bother me.

Any excuse for a lift is a good one, though!

 

Check the little front flapper things as well. They are more prone to rubbing than the big flaps. That said, your decision on flaps was a good move as well.

 

Rough Country makes a billet 2" leveling kit for $60

 

I wouldn't go with a spacer lift.

 

It looks like someone is selling a hell bent 2.5" leveling kit for $40.00 on here.

 

I agree with caltech tho. I wouldnt do the leveling kit unless its temperary to get you by without rub while you choose a lift that you will stay on the truck.

 

Pigpen,

thanks for the quick reply. Yes the rubbing is just behind the tire on the bottom edge of the wheel tub/firewall when 60% or more turning.

And from the other posts I take it you guys are suggesting a leveling kit?

 

Thanks Larry, I would just as soon make one modification to the vehicle as opposed to two. So what kind of lift do you suggest and what height? I would like to stay under 2" if possible.

P.

 

I certainly would not shy away from a leveling kit, see my link below. The caveat here is how many miles on your front shocks? If your running the oem and have regular miles for the age then it would be smart to get the Bilstien 5100's instead of a spacer.

.02 cents.

 

Larry,

thanks for the quick reply. I have about 110,000kms on my truck so it might make sense to go the shock route. Would I have to change anything in the rear? Does it make sense just to do them all at once? I do not mind spending the money if that makes sense.

 

All that lift and you rub with 31s??

 

Dang they must be super wide.

 

When it came time to replace my 2012 stock shocks, I went this route...... It's a vast improvement! I plan on keeping my truck forever, so I see no reason not to put quality parts on it.

 

I agree with this!

 

"Trying again" is what I wanted to avoid. Buy once, cry once, they say.

 

Hey,

thanks for the input from everyone, I will begin planning on sourcing new adjustable shocks but I wanted to ask what else is recommended. Should I replace the coils at the same time (Toytec?) given that I don't plan on any off-roading but would be interested in improving the road ride of the vehicle.


And should I also buy the differential drop kit for the front as well?

I have also seen a small spacer provided in some kits to level out the drivers side versus the passenger side, seems like the right way to go but was hoping someone could weigh-in.

And lastly, does anyone know of a good vendor in Canada? The cheapest place I have seen for a comprehensive kit is here (http://bigcountrycustoms.com/product/bilstein-adjustable-lift-kit-with-5100-shocks/) but I would like to do better if I can.

Thanks for everything,

P.

 

Hey,

I just wanted to give an update. I now have the Big Country lift kit and shocks installed all the way around. The look and feel of the truck is great although I am worried about some vibration in the front differential. I installed all the spacers to drop the front differential so we will see how it wears over time. As well I am still experiencing some rubbing on the front stock mud flaps at hard turning. I have managed to heat up and remold the front flaps which has greatly reduced the rubbing but it is still present on the right side.

 

Forgot to post a pic. Here is the finished vehicle