A little rubbing

dantheman387200 · 10-31-2006, 07:58 PM

Hey I finally got some 31x10.50 tires for the 92 truck. I was always told that I wouldnt have a problem with rubbing... But when I am in reverse with the wheel cranked either way I can hear it rubbing on something, I cranked the wheels lock to lock and I cant find what its rubbing on for the life of me. What are the most common areas for the tires to rub on? and also am I going to cause signigicant damage over time with a little rubbing everyday?
Thanks,
Dan

Elton · 10-31-2006, 08:03 PM

shouldint rub when type of wheels do you have

Red3.slow · 10-31-2006, 09:57 PM

Thats a little confusing. I don't see how it should rub but I think from what you're describing I doubt you'll cause much damage. You might want to crank the t-bars a little 1 or 2 turns maybe that should take care of your rubbing problem.

dantheman387200 · 10-31-2006, 10:21 PM

I am using the stock rims that came with the truck(silver panted 5 spokes or whatever). I was thinking about cranking the t-bars as well... maybe ill do that this upcoming weekend and see what happens. I have never done that before but ill search around for it and come back if I have any questions.
Thanks Again,
Dan

ChickenLover · 10-31-2006, 10:25 PM

That's really odd. Can you post some pics?

Elton · 10-31-2006, 10:33 PM

forgot to say my 91 4runner had 31s and there was no rubbing at all

bob200587 · 11-01-2006, 12:28 AM

Are you sure it's not just the steering stops or some other front end place making creaks or squeaks? I did notice on mine that at full lock and full stuff on the front end my tires rub a less than 1sq in. spot on part of the fender, but that's pretty rare, and my heavy bumper doesn't help.

vwfastg60 · 11-01-2006, 03:01 AM

I wouldnt think it would rub at all.My 87 truck had 31's on it for 9 years and never a problem.Now i have 36's and get a rubbing sound when i crank the wheels but its the sholder of the tire.I guess i ran them a bit hard when i got em and wore out the centers more then the outsides and now its louder on hard corners...

have you looked at steering parts like maybe balljoints or tierods?You said it happens in reverse so maybe the wheel is shifting a bit and allowing it to brush something.Also look at your upper suspension arm.With the 4inch backspace wheels on i rub at full lock because the blocks of tread go so far down on the inside of the tire.

Hope i was a little helpful

89red4x4yota · 11-01-2006, 04:11 AM

i ran 31 for a while with my stock rims. finally got mickey thompson classic II's 15x8's with 3.75" backspacing and my 31's now rub on my front mud flaps at full stuff. nothing where its going damage the tire but does rub. check the mud flaps!

***waskillywabbit*** · 11-01-2006, 04:43 AM

My guess...in reverse, you were grabbing the mudflaps w/ the tires. 31x10.50x15s should't rub except under stuff while turning and then only minimally.

MonsterMaxx · 11-01-2006, 05:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bob200587

Are you sure it's not just the steering stops or some other front end place making creaks or squeaks?

That's my guess too. Noisy little buggers.

kmcc78240 · 11-01-2006, 05:33 AM

Mine rubbed on the valance, after I hit a girl who slid out in front of me and pushed in my bumper.

Elton · 11-01-2006, 08:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kmcc78240

Mine rubbed on the valance, after I hit a girl who slid out in front of me and pushed in my bumper.

same here i had to drive all most 400 feet to get off the road still amazed it stayed running

all_terrain17 · 11-01-2006, 08:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by waskillywabbit

My guess...in reverse, you were grabbing the mudflaps w/ the tires. 31x10.50x15s should't rub except under stuff while turning and then only minimally.

x2

Mudflaps rubbed on me with 31's till I decided to strip them.

dantheman387200 · 11-01-2006, 11:18 PM

Yha I do have mudflaps so it could be the culpret... I also noticed that they are awefull close to the little rubber lining things on the inner fenderwell, so maybe in reverse with the nose going down its enough to rub them a little?. But at least I have peace of mine knowing that its probably nothing major... When I have some extra time maybe this weekend ill figure it out for sure, possibly take off the flaps etc.. and let you all know. Thanks again for all the replies.
Dan

Redneck Scout · 11-04-2006, 08:14 PM

My 93 used to rub a little at full lock on the pinch weld/plastic inner fender. But it would only very minimal unless hitting ruts or rocks. I just took a BFH and flattened the pinch weld flat and no more rub.

MMA_Alex · 11-05-2006, 10:11 AM

the rubber thing covering the pinchweld is where my 32's rubbed on full lock in reverse even with the t-bars cranked. On the rubber wasnt bad, but on the other side i dont have the rubber piece so it was starting to gouge the tire in a couple spots. I ended up hammering the pinch weld flat, and filing down the sharp edge a bit, and it doesen't rub anymore

10-31-2006, 07:58 PM	#1 (permalink)
dantheman387200 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 9	A little rubbing Hey I finally got some 31x10.50 tires for the 92 truck. I was always told that I wouldnt have a problem with rubbing... But when I am in reverse with the wheel cranked either way I can hear it rubbing on something, I cranked the wheels lock to lock and I cant find what its rubbing on for the life of me. What are the most common areas for the tires to rub on? and also am I going to cause signigicant damage over time with a little rubbing everyday? Thanks, Dan

10-31-2006, 08:03 PM	#2 (permalink)
Elton Contributing Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Toledo,Oregon Posts: 8,909	shouldint rub when type of wheels do you have __________________ My Truck 98 4runner SR5 3.4L 5spd 4x4 E-Locker Mods Mom 07 Tundra d-cab limited 5.7L 4x4 auto mom 92 pickup SR5 X-cab 3.0L 5spd 4x4 Sister 97 Avalon XL 3.0L Auto totaled :( Papa 89 Pickup SR5 X-cab 4x4 3.0L 5spd/98 4runner SR5 4x4 auto 3.4L R.I.P 91 4runner SR5 4x4 3.0L 5spd Totaled 5/13/06 My Wreck

10-31-2006, 09:57 PM	#3 (permalink)
Red3.slow Contributing Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Little Rock, Ar Posts: 1,065	Thats a little confusing. I don't see how it should rub but I think from what you're describing I doubt you'll cause much damage. You might want to crank the t-bars a little 1 or 2 turns maybe that should take care of your rubbing problem. __________________ -Miles 2006 Camry 1997 4Runner Limited 1995 4Runner SR5 5spd- Fire/Rescue POV WPFD Fire Rescue Company 3 OGFD Service/Rescue Company 2 My ride Working on my 2nd year with yotatech.

10-31-2006, 10:21 PM	#4 (permalink)
dantheman387200 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 9	Thanks I am using the stock rims that came with the truck(silver panted 5 spokes or whatever). I was thinking about cranking the t-bars as well... maybe ill do that this upcoming weekend and see what happens. I have never done that before but ill search around for it and come back if I have any questions. Thanks Again, Dan

10-31-2006, 10:25 PM	#5 (permalink)
ChickenLover Registered User Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: NV Posts: 2,587	That's really odd. Can you post some pics? __________________ 95 4Runner, 3VZE , 141k, 4WD, Auto. (Head gaskets replaced at 106k)

10-31-2006, 10:33 PM	#6 (permalink)
Elton Contributing Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Toledo,Oregon Posts: 8,909	forgot to say my 91 4runner had 31s and there was no rubbing at all __________________ My Truck 98 4runner SR5 3.4L 5spd 4x4 E-Locker Mods Mom 07 Tundra d-cab limited 5.7L 4x4 auto mom 92 pickup SR5 X-cab 3.0L 5spd 4x4 Sister 97 Avalon XL 3.0L Auto totaled :( Papa 89 Pickup SR5 X-cab 4x4 3.0L 5spd/98 4runner SR5 4x4 auto 3.4L R.I.P 91 4runner SR5 4x4 3.0L 5spd Totaled 5/13/06 My Wreck

11-01-2006, 12:28 AM	#7 (permalink)
bob200587 Contributing Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Nashville, TN Posts: 2,801	Are you sure it's not just the steering stops or some other front end place making creaks or squeaks? I did notice on mine that at full lock and full stuff on the front end my tires rub a less than 1sq in. spot on part of the fender, but that's pretty rare, and my heavy bumper doesn't help. __________________ 87 4runner 4x4 SR5 22RE ARB Bull Bar, 31X10.50 Mastercraft M/T's, Stock 4.10 Gears, Mellowtone Muffler AISIN Manual Hubs, Marlin Crawler Sliders 181XXX miles 92 Ford Ranger 4x2 4.0L 4 speed auto FOR SALE Needs Transmission And Head gasket work. Contact me for Details. Facebook "An Open Mind is Like a Fortress with its Gates Unbarred and Ungaurded." "There are two kinds of people in this world that go around beardless: boys and women, and I am neither one." -Greek saying

11-01-2006, 03:01 AM	#8 (permalink)
vwfastg60 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Longmont Colorado Posts: 553	I wouldnt think it would rub at all.My 87 truck had 31's on it for 9 years and never a problem.Now i have 36's and get a rubbing sound when i crank the wheels but its the sholder of the tire.I guess i ran them a bit hard when i got em and wore out the centers more then the outsides and now its louder on hard corners... have you looked at steering parts like maybe balljoints or tierods?You said it happens in reverse so maybe the wheel is shifting a bit and allowing it to brush something.Also look at your upper suspension arm.With the 4inch backspace wheels on i rub at full lock because the blocks of tread go so far down on the inside of the tire. Hope i was a little helpful __________________ 87 longbed on 36's still ifs.Cant get out of its own way or crawl...pretty worthless but i love her. e36 project-not really a project anymore 46mpg WOOT!

11-01-2006, 04:11 AM	#9 (permalink)
89red4x4yota Registered User Join Date: Feb 2006 Posts: 535	i ran 31 for a while with my stock rims. finally got mickey thompson classic II's 15x8's with 3.75" backspacing and my 31's now rub on my front mud flaps at full stuff. nothing where its going damage the tire but does rub. check the mud flaps!

11-01-2006, 04:43 AM	#10 (permalink)
*waskillywabbit* Sponsoring Member Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Tuscaloosa, AL Posts: 11,332	My guess...in reverse, you were grabbing the mudflaps w/ the tires. 31x10.50x15s should't rub except under stuff while turning and then only minimally. __________________ WabFab Off-Road, LLC www.myspace.com/wabfab 1985 4Runner - Project "Wabbit" 1985 Ext. Cab PickUp - Project "Weasel" 1987 4Runner 1997 4Runner 2007 4Runner 2008 Tundra

11-01-2006, 11:18 PM	#15 (permalink)
dantheman387200 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 9	.. Yha I do have mudflaps so it could be the culpret... I also noticed that they are awefull close to the little rubber lining things on the inner fenderwell, so maybe in reverse with the nose going down its enough to rub them a little?. But at least I have peace of mine knowing that its probably nothing major... When I have some extra time maybe this weekend ill figure it out for sure, possibly take off the flaps etc.. and let you all know. Thanks again for all the replies. Dan

11-04-2006, 08:14 PM	#16 (permalink)
Redneck Scout Registered User Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Broken Arrow, OK Posts: 24	My 93 used to rub a little at full lock on the pinch weld/plastic inner fender. But it would only very minimal unless hitting ruts or rocks. I just took a BFH and flattened the pinch weld flat and no more rub.

11-05-2006, 10:11 AM	#17 (permalink)
MMA_Alex Registered User Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Downeast, ME/Rochester, NY Posts: 1,396	the rubber thing covering the pinchweld is where my 32's rubbed on full lock in reverse even with the t-bars cranked. On the rubber wasnt bad, but on the other side i dont have the rubber piece so it was starting to gouge the tire in a couple spots. I ended up hammering the pinch weld flat, and filing down the sharp edge a bit, and it doesen't rub anymore

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