newbie tire question

jeremystephens · 07-13-2006, 04:08 AM

i am installing a 3 inch suspension lift with the differential drop
i have a 96 runner limited it of course has the running boards
what size tires will i be able to run with the lift installed
without taking off the running boards

i was also considering some 1.5 inch wheel spacers to fill up the fender wells

any help here is greatly appreciated

jeremy

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emptypockets · 07-13-2006, 04:20 AM

There are many threads on this topic, so I would suggest a search. What type of suspension lift will you be installing? I have 265/75R 16's on my 2002 ~ 32". Some people run 285/75R 16's ~ 33", but according to some, you'll need a body lift so the tires don't rub up front, along with some flatening of a pinch weld.

If you're planning on wheel spacers, you won't need the BL, but the opinions on that are mixed at best. Good luck.

tc · 07-13-2006, 07:29 AM

I would say 33x10.50 on stock rims. I think it's 255/85-16 in metric.

Wheel spacers will make the running board interference worse - a lot worse. The farther out the wheel is, the larger the scrub radius. The only reason to add spacers or increase the backspacing on the wheel is to prevent it from rubbing the frame, but you're gonna hit other stuff way before you have to worry about that...

jeremystephens · 07-13-2006, 02:51 PM

i am going to use the toytec lift

has anyone removed the running boards and left the fender falres

how does it look

jeremystephens · 07-13-2006, 04:50 PM

i think im going to go with nerf bars instead

any suggestions

i like the 4 inch tubes

drguitarum2005 · 07-13-2006, 04:52 PM

lots of people have removed the boards and left the flares. it looks fine in the rear but some say it looks sort of unfinished in the front. thats when you install mudflaps and youre done

bob200587 · 07-13-2006, 08:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tc

I would say 33x10.50 on stock rims. I think it's 255/85-16 in metric.

Wheel spacers will make the running board interference worse - a lot worse. The farther out the wheel is, the larger the scrub radius. The only reason to add spacers or increase the backspacing on the wheel is to prevent it from rubbing the frame, but you're gonna hit other stuff way before you have to worry about that...

I second the 255/85 idea. If I had 16's thats what I'd get.

rimpainter.com · 07-13-2006, 08:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jeremystephens

i think im going to go with nerf bars instead

any suggestions

i like the 4 inch tubes

Avoid nurf bars unless you are an avid mall-crawler. For a similar price, you can get some rock sliders welded on (search "rock sliders"). Not only can you stand on rock sliders, but you can literally use them (if need be) for other purposes, such as sliding on rocks and using them as a jack point with a highlift jack - which you'll probably need anyway thanks to your 3" lift and larger tires.

PS: I got $70 for my running boards on ebay (just the plain chrome ones)

jeremystephens · 07-14-2006, 02:59 PM

if i go with the 255 85 16 tires
will i have to change the speed sensor or gearing any
also i need some front shock\strut recommendations
i think they are struts

07-13-2006, 04:20 AM	#2 (permalink)
emptypockets Registered User Personal Sales Rating: (0) Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Spencer, Iowa Posts: 889	There are many threads on this topic, so I would suggest a search. What type of suspension lift will you be installing? I have 265/75R 16's on my 2002 ~ 32". Some people run 285/75R 16's ~ 33", but according to some, you'll need a body lift so the tires don't rub up front, along with some flatening of a pinch weld. If you're planning on wheel spacers, you won't need the BL, but the opinions on that are mixed at best. Good luck. __________________ 2002 4Runner SR5 Front: OME 882/OME N91SC, Diff Drop. Rear: LC coils/Rancho RS5000 285/75 R16 Fierce Attitude M/T's With Pacer 164P Wheels/EBC Brakes Magnaflow Exhaust, S&B Intake, And Lots More Profile: http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2915959

07-13-2006, 07:29 AM	#3 (permalink)
tc Contributing Member Personal Sales Rating: (0) Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Longmont, CO Posts: 8,875	I would say 33x10.50 on stock rims. I think it's 255/85-16 in metric. Wheel spacers will make the running board interference worse - a lot worse. The farther out the wheel is, the larger the scrub radius. The only reason to add spacers or increase the backspacing on the wheel is to prevent it from rubbing the frame, but you're gonna hit other stuff way before you have to worry about that... __________________ Check out www.coTTORA.org to hook up with great Toyota 'wheelin' folks! Current - 93 4Runner: 3VZ 33"x10.50" no lift ARB F/R 96 Impala SS: My own personal cop car Previous - 89 2WD Pickup 22R, Fabtech "Ivan Dan" lift, 31x10.50, IASCA World Finals 4th Place Stop with the mods and get on the trail! Pix at www.4wheelingoh.shutterfly.com/action

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drguitarum2005 Contributing Member Personal Sales Rating: (0) Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Houston (home), Atlanta (school), Cincinnati (work) Posts: 2,226	lots of people have removed the boards and left the flares. it looks fine in the rear but some say it looks sort of unfinished in the front. thats when you install mudflaps and youre done __________________ -David 2000 Taco TRD Access Cab v6 \| 5spd \| 33" BFG A/Ts \| 33" PC Mud Terrains \| OME 882's \| Bilstein HD struts front \| Rancho shocks rear \| Chevy 63" leaf spring swap \| Custom sliders \| Custom front bumper \|3" BL \| U-Bolt flip \| Flowmaster exhaust \| Kenwood Speakers \| Grey Wire Mod \| Aux. Reverse Lights \| Deckplate Mod \| Lots of lights Pictures

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jeremystephens Registered User Personal Sales Rating: (0) [OP] Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 33	i am going to use the toytec lift has anyone removed the running boards and left the fender falres how does it look

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jeremystephens Registered User Personal Sales Rating: (0) [OP] Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 33	if i go with the 255 85 16 tires will i have to change the speed sensor or gearing any also i need some front shock\strut recommendations i think they are struts

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