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Bolt on 1/2" wheel spacers?

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by Climber311, Apr 28, 2021.

  1. Apr 28, 2021 at 6:48 PM
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    Climber311

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    I just recently tried to fit my new FN Wheels with Falken 285/70 17s AT's. According to the tire shop there isnt enough clearance to the control arm. I am pretty sure I need very little bumped out in order to make these fit. I am hesitant to do 1" spacers as I am not super hyped about having to cut my bumper if i do so. I want to stay away from spacers that are not bolt on. Does anyone know of a company making spacers that are 1/2" bolt ons? Thank you for any help.
     
  2. Apr 28, 2021 at 6:59 PM
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    I think Bora makes a 3/4”. IMO Bora or Spidertrax are the way to go.
     
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  3. Apr 28, 2021 at 7:00 PM
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    Try Bora spacers. They make a quality product. I used their 3/4" spacers. You need to make sure your wheels have recesses for the stock wheel studs to go into, or your wheels will not be able to mount.
     
  4. Apr 28, 2021 at 7:04 PM
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    I found those Boras but alot of people say they take forever for delivery. Like sometimes 10 weeks. I know one company that has 2 in stock, but 2 doesn't cut it. Lol.
     
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    Titan makes 1/2” spacers but I can not attest to their quality. Correction. Titan does not make 1/2” bolt on for the Tacoma.
     
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    I bet you’ll have to get longer studs for that small of a spacer

    don’t know for sure though
     
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    I bought mine a few years ago, but I actually used the phone to call them, to see if they had them in stock and to ask them how long until they ship it. I received them in a week or so in Hawaii.
     
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    I guarantee you will need longer studs installed because they don't come with new ones like the 3/4" and thicker.
     
  9. Apr 28, 2021 at 7:21 PM
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    I know I will have to get new studs if I get non bolt on spacers, but im very leery about getting anything that doesn't bolt on. If I buy bot one of any thickness there will new studs coming off the spacers. I may just be stuck going 1" and cutting the bumper, but thought I'd see if anyone out there has a lead on 1/2 bolt on or a company that stocks those 3/4 boras
     
  10. Apr 28, 2021 at 7:24 PM
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    I think it’s pretty well impossible to have a bolt on 1/2” spacer
     
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  11. Apr 28, 2021 at 7:31 PM
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    Yes, because there is not enough meat to take the thickness of the nut. It would be holding on to a thin sliver of metal. Lol
     
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  12. Apr 28, 2021 at 8:01 PM
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    Makes sense
     
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    Thanks for answering my questions guys. I obviously don't have experience with this stuff just yet. Anyone out there have pics or advice on cutting the bumper if the 1" spacers do cause an issue.
     
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    I would steer clear of any spacer that isn't bolt on. If you have a line on 2 bora 3/4" spacers why not get those? Sounds like you only need to clear the front tires. Get those now to solve the problem, then pick up two more later if you want.
     
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    I was just now thinking about that. Surprised it didn't dawn on me any sooner
     
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