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Up-Size Tires on 2013 Tacoma 4 x 2

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by EZ Duz'it, Jan 5, 2016.

  1. Jan 5, 2016 at 7:06 PM
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    EZ Duz'it

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    I have a 2013 Tacoma 4 x 2 that I would like to increase the size of tires as the factory ones are just about gone. I believe i have 15"x7" rims/wheels with P215/70-R15 tires. Is it possible and sensible to install 265/70R15 tires on this 2WD with 15" x 7" Rim ??
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  2. Jan 6, 2016 at 8:08 AM
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    My suggestion would be don't go that big.
    1. Maybe a 225/70 max.
    2. 265/70 are much heavier, will lose mpg and power with the 4 cylinder.
    3. If you go larger than 225/70 you should go to wider rims, at least 7.5
     
  3. Jan 6, 2016 at 9:03 AM
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    OP what is the final result you are looking for? are you just trying to put bigger tires on it without a lift? Or is this the beginning of a Mod spree???
     
  5. Jan 6, 2016 at 9:18 AM
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    OP you have a 16inch rim at a minimum.

    You can go with a 265/75R16 (265/70R17 is the same diameter but with a 17in rim), without having to do any trimming. This is the largest size you can go without having to worry about mudflaps / trimming.

    Some will say a 285/75R16 will fit, but every single person i have seen with that diameter n width rubs fender flares etc when they actually flex their truck.
     
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    All true and good info ^^
     
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    That should hold true if his 4x2 is a Prerunner. If he's driving a 5 lug 2 wheel drive then I don't think any of that applies.
     
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    ^ True, OP are you driving a 5 lug or a 6 lug truck?
     
  9. Jan 6, 2016 at 12:40 PM
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    So question to who ever may know im about to put the 3" rough country lift on my 13 PreRunner 2wd does anyone know if I can run the General Tire Grabber 33"s with out rubbing or cutting. Gonna put them on the stock 17" 6 lug 6 point star rims.
     
  10. Jan 6, 2016 at 4:52 PM
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    I went 265/75r16
     
  11. Jan 6, 2016 at 5:02 PM
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    You're going to have rubbing.
     
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    5 lug. Because 15" wheel and 215s stock.
     

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