Wheel Spacers???

emptypockets · 02-24-2006, 09:46 AM

I love the look of a lifted Runner with wheel spacers! It just seems to complete the look of the truck. But, I've heard some negatives when it comes to spacers and am wondering what you think about them.

My rig is an '02 with the Daystar 2-1/2 inch lift, Rancho RSX shocks and 265/75 R 16's. It is 4x4 btw. Any thoughts?

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tarheelrunner · 02-24-2006, 09:53 AM

Wheel spacers are a pretty good fix in my opinion, especially if you like the look of the toyota rims. I bought a 1.5" set from marlin crawler about 8 months ago for $150, and have been really pleased with them. Looks a hundred times better and still rides well!

4runner4ever · 02-24-2006, 11:26 AM

My steel 1 1/4" spacers are now some 12 years old and seen a lot of abuse. Mostly on 15x10 with 33's.
The last 5 years they have been on the front of my SAS'd 4R.
I never had to replace a wheelbearing and they never got loose so they are okay in my book.
I bought a set of aluminium 1.5" spacers in 2005 , put them on the rear of my LC80 axle and found the first crack within 2 weeks

Still running them and waiting to see if my 305/70 Yokohama can overtake me...

emptypockets · 02-24-2006, 01:48 PM

That's exactly what I heard about the aluminum spacers. I'm leaning towards steel so far.

SC4Runner · 02-24-2006, 02:50 PM

Got some 1.5" bolt on spacers from All-Pro. Top notch IMO. I love the look of the tires coming out a little. Its not low-rider mexi style or anything (nothing against mexicans, i love them!) No problems at all.

Gerdo · 02-24-2006, 04:29 PM

Are spacers bad on the wheel bearings?

dragr1 · 02-24-2006, 06:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gerdo

Are spacers bad on the wheel bearings?

Long term, probably so.

dragr1 · 02-24-2006, 06:37 PM

Stay away from the cheapo slip on 1/4" spacers and buy quality bolt on units from Marlin or All Pro.

SC4Runner · 02-24-2006, 08:24 PM

Not doubting it, just wondering... how would the wheel spacers effect the wheel bearings?

Is there any real difference between rims that have less backspacing and bolt on wheel-adapters (spacers).

dragr1 · 02-24-2006, 09:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SC4Runner

Not doubting it, just wondering... how would the wheel spacers effect the wheel bearings?

Is there any real difference between rims that have less backspacing and bolt on wheel-adapters (spacers).

Moves the wheel mass out farther from the hub which puts more stress on things like wheel bearings.

Less backspacing on wheels and wheel spacers do essentially the same thing, just in different ways.

emptypockets · 02-25-2006, 07:35 AM

Thanks for the thoughts guys and gals! The last thing I want to do is start replacing wheel bearings so I'll probably just steer clear of the spacers and leave it stock.

dragr1 · 02-25-2006, 08:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by emptypockets

Thanks for the thoughts guys and gals! The last thing I want to do is start replacing wheel bearings so I'll probably just steer clear of the spacers and leave it stock.

I would PM Rtdawgs b/c he has been running wheel spacers (1.5" I think) for a while and see if he has had any problems.

SC4Runner · 02-25-2006, 09:09 AM

I have been running mine for only a year and a half and stuff, but, I have had no problems emptypockets.

emptypockets · 02-27-2006, 11:42 AM

Thanks for the feedback!

02-24-2006, 09:53 AM	#2 (permalink)
tarheelrunner Registered User Join Date: May 2004 Posts: 294	Wheel spacers are a pretty good fix in my opinion, especially if you like the look of the toyota rims. I bought a 1.5" set from marlin crawler about 8 months ago for $150, and have been really pleased with them. Looks a hundred times better and still rides well! __________________ 2000 4runner Limited 4wd, TJM-15 w/IPF driving lights and a Warn m8000, Stubbs Sliders, Surco safari rack, 883s up front, 890s in the rear, OME firm shocks, 2" RB body lift, Custom Hitch, 285/75 Baja MTZs on 16x8 American Racing Teflon Chambers, K&N FIPK, remote start, Pioneer 8600, 2 JL Audio 12s

02-24-2006, 11:26 AM	#3 (permalink)
4runner4ever Contributing Member Join Date: May 2003 Location: the Netherlands Posts: 408	My steel 1 1/4" spacers are now some 12 years old and seen a lot of abuse. Mostly on 15x10 with 33's. The last 5 years they have been on the front of my SAS'd 4R. I never had to replace a wheelbearing and they never got loose so they are okay in my book. I bought a set of aluminium 1.5" spacers in 2005 , put them on the rear of my LC80 axle and found the first crack within 2 weeks Still running them and waiting to see if my 305/70 Yokohama can overtake me... __________________ '90 4R 2JZ-GE swap, headers, turbo and intercooler FR and RR LC axles coils and discs all around AllPro parking brake 305/70 R16 Yokohama MT 4.88 gears

02-24-2006, 01:48 PM	#4 (permalink)
emptypockets Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Spencer, Iowa Posts: 842	That's exactly what I heard about the aluminum spacers. I'm leaning towards steel so far. __________________ Model: '02 4Runner SR5 - White On Natural Oak, Tan Interior Engine/Performance: 3.4L V6, Auto, AndyMod, Jardine Catback Exhaust, S&B Intake Rear Suspension: 3.75" lift with LC coils and Rancho RS5000 shocks Front Suspension: 3" lift with OME 882 springs and OME N91sc shocks, Diff Drop Tires: 285/75 R16 Fierce Attitude M/T's, Pacer 164P Alloy Wheels Misc: Full Time Power Outlet Mod, Extra Power Outlet Mod, GE Nighthawks My Profile: http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2915959

02-24-2006, 02:50 PM	#5 (permalink)
SC4Runner Contributing Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: 5th Gen San Diegan, California Posts: 5,893	Got some 1.5" bolt on spacers from All-Pro. Top notch IMO. I love the look of the tires coming out a little. Its not low-rider mexi style or anything (nothing against mexicans, i love them!) No problems at all. __________________ 1996 4x4 3.4L 4Runner on 35's - 6" of lift, MTR's, E-locked, ARB Tacoma Bumper, Sliders and a cut off tail pipe. 1966 FJ40 - SOA with stock springs, stock 1F motor, and a smelly tailpipe.

02-24-2006, 06:37 PM	#8 (permalink)
dragr1 Contributing Member Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Auburn, AL Posts: 3,627	Stay away from the cheapo slip on 1/4" spacers and buy quality bolt on units from Marlin or All Pro. __________________ 1985 4Runner Dual e-lockers, dual cases, yada yada 1996 4runner, lifted, 2 lockers, 315 KM2's, IFS and more '00 Suburban 2500 4x4 '07 Tacoma Double Cab 4wd TRD '02 Lexus IS300 1991 Tiffin Allegro 31' Class A

02-24-2006, 04:29 PM	#6 (permalink)
Gerdo Registered User Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: SouthWest Littleton, Colorado Posts: 842	Are spacers bad on the wheel bearings?

02-24-2006, 08:24 PM	#9 (permalink)
SC4Runner Contributing Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: 5th Gen San Diegan, California Posts: 5,893	Not doubting it, just wondering... how would the wheel spacers effect the wheel bearings? Is there any real difference between rims that have less backspacing and bolt on wheel-adapters (spacers). __________________ 1996 4x4 3.4L 4Runner on 35's - 6" of lift, MTR's, E-locked, ARB Tacoma Bumper, Sliders and a cut off tail pipe. 1966 FJ40 - SOA with stock springs, stock 1F motor, and a smelly tailpipe.

02-25-2006, 07:35 AM	#11 (permalink)
emptypockets Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Spencer, Iowa Posts: 842	Thanks for the thoughts guys and gals! The last thing I want to do is start replacing wheel bearings so I'll probably just steer clear of the spacers and leave it stock. __________________ Model: '02 4Runner SR5 - White On Natural Oak, Tan Interior Engine/Performance: 3.4L V6, Auto, AndyMod, Jardine Catback Exhaust, S&B Intake Rear Suspension: 3.75" lift with LC coils and Rancho RS5000 shocks Front Suspension: 3" lift with OME 882 springs and OME N91sc shocks, Diff Drop Tires: 285/75 R16 Fierce Attitude M/T's, Pacer 164P Alloy Wheels Misc: Full Time Power Outlet Mod, Extra Power Outlet Mod, GE Nighthawks My Profile: http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2915959

02-25-2006, 09:09 AM	#13 (permalink)
SC4Runner Contributing Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: 5th Gen San Diegan, California Posts: 5,893	I have been running mine for only a year and a half and stuff, but, I have had no problems emptypockets. __________________ 1996 4x4 3.4L 4Runner on 35's - 6" of lift, MTR's, E-locked, ARB Tacoma Bumper, Sliders and a cut off tail pipe. 1966 FJ40 - SOA with stock springs, stock 1F motor, and a smelly tailpipe.

02-27-2006, 11:42 AM	#14 (permalink)
emptypockets Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Spencer, Iowa Posts: 842	Thanks for the feedback! __________________ Model: '02 4Runner SR5 - White On Natural Oak, Tan Interior Engine/Performance: 3.4L V6, Auto, AndyMod, Jardine Catback Exhaust, S&B Intake Rear Suspension: 3.75" lift with LC coils and Rancho RS5000 shocks Front Suspension: 3" lift with OME 882 springs and OME N91sc shocks, Diff Drop Tires: 285/75 R16 Fierce Attitude M/T's, Pacer 164P Alloy Wheels Misc: Full Time Power Outlet Mod, Extra Power Outlet Mod, GE Nighthawks My Profile: http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2915959

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