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Old Oct 6, 2010 | 12:34 AM
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Talking Regearing, suspension lift, TRD SC, tires.... In what order?

Hello YT,

Im just setting in for a 3.4 Swap and when Im done, i hope to start working on my 93 4Runner and install new rims, tires, Old Man Emu suspension kit, TRD Supercharger, and to regear for the new tires. Question is, which one first? I was considering going with the suspension first, and maybe hope for some nice Christmas specials for the tires. Supercharger would be last. Any suggestion? Any anecdotes starting in "Man, I wished I would've done THAT first..." or so?
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Old Oct 6, 2010 | 01:19 AM
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1. suspension- then you can get a good idea of tire size/fit for lift
2. tires- a/t's mt's the height width brand choice's a plenty
3. regear/lockers- Now your ready to match the gears to the tires so you can get back to stock or close to it with a lifted big tired fun mobile
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Old Oct 6, 2010 | 01:50 AM
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I agree fully with Olharley.......^5
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Old Oct 6, 2010 | 05:09 AM
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Ok, it seems I was heading into the right direction! Question, should I get new rims, or will 30+/12" fit into those skinny factory ones?
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Old Oct 6, 2010 | 05:44 AM
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Originally Posted by kcorpetti
Ok, it seems I was heading into the right direction! Question, should I get new rims, or will 30+/12" fit into those skinny factory ones?
They will "Fit" but an 8-10" wide rim is preferred for 12" tires.
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Old Oct 6, 2010 | 08:05 AM
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Originally Posted by kcorpetti
Ok, it seems I was heading into the right direction! Question, should I get new rims, or will 30+/12" fit into those skinny factory ones?
If you put a 12.5" wide tire on a 7" wide rim the middle of the tires will wear faster then the outside edges. You won't be able to safely go low enough to get even wear.


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Old Oct 6, 2010 | 08:49 AM
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Ok, then rims and tires will go hand-by-hand when purchase time is due, also taking into consideration I will probably by 5 of each (spare).

Thanks for the input!!
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