I just purchased a 1997 4runner limited and am looking at tires. Doing my research, I find that the 1996-1997 is in the middle re factory height. That said, if I go with 265/75/16s can I anticipate rubbing at all? Maybe under compression, or at full lock? I see some folks have slight rubbing, mostly with the later years, just haven't seen much re the '97s though.

I do plan on going with a full OME lift (880 or 881 and 890 or 906) w/comfort shocks w/in the year.

*edit* - looking at the post here -> https://www.yotatech.com/50901526-post1.html it would appear that the '96 and maybe the '97 is on the shorter end. Hum...

Thanks!
|dg

May rub a little at compression but not bad, thats only when my 265/75's rubbed when my 97 was stock.

If your going to lift, you might as well wait for tires until then, unless you really need tires, so you can get some bigger ones

Heh. Well, I keep going back and fourth on that. The current tires have some tread left but not that much, and not down to the indicators, yet. Def do not want rubbing of any kind, though. So maybe you're the voice of reason here...collect what I need and do everything at once, kind of thing.

Your rig looks great, btw.

Just a little rub when you're pushed to the peg but it's not anything detrimental, just plastic guard.

I've been runnin' 265/75/16 for years now and it never rubbed. If, for some reason, you get some rubbing, throw on a 1" BL from 4crawler. Cheap and easy to install.

A while back I got the SS 7.2, and it doesn't look all that bad with 265s. Of course it's gonna look better with the 255s once bfg releases them.

Whoa, Crolison as the voice of reason?? Now that is a scary thought...

I agree - you should be fine, but you'll notice a little gas mileage and acceleration damage with the larger tires. I rub a little still (with 2" of lift) because of the backspacing on my aftermarket wheels. I've got to get my running boards off and put a real front bumper on to get rid of that though.
My plan is to put 255/85's on and maybe do a 1" body lift if needed. Check my build thread in my sig line if you want to see pics from a '97 before and after lift/tires.

I'm too new around here to know the difference!


Already been there. Was checking it out trying to figure out if the 890s or 906s would be a better fit for me.

So how do you like the 906s? Is there any rake at all, or completely level? I'm pretty much settled on the 881/890 combo as I feel the truck looks good with a bit o'rake. But I don't want anything too crazy. And if there is too much, I'd rather not trim. From what I can tell looks like anything can be a little off advertised spec depending on the truck. Guess I could always sell the 890s if I don't like 'em and pick up the 906s.

I actually like the 906's more than I though I would. It rides almost perfectly level as far as I can tell, and handles loads better than expected. I've been camping with a trailer, loaded with gear, and even pulled a 5000lb 21' boat without flinching. I was thinking that if I started getting sag, I'd just get a spacer for the rear (cheap and super easy to install), but it hasn't been an issue. You'll definitely get a solid rake with the 881/890's. I personally don't know why the 906's aren't more popular than they are. I guess 3" is the magic lift number for Jeeps and Toyotas, even though it can lead to problems. I'm not worried about rake, cv angles, articulation, panhard bar, or anything else with my current setup. Everyone has different needs, I guess.
Yeah, if you get 890's and aren't satisfied, they'll sell like hotcakes (if hotcakes are still a prized commodity).
Be sure and let us know what you do!

Just looking at your profile again...you wouldn't happen to have any pics straight on from the side, would you?

My dilemma is this...last year I replaced my '95 runner's sagging rear springs with a factory height spring. And while it now sits level, it still looks a bit lower in the rear. I know that it's level; but optically, it just doesn't appear level. I just want to avoid this w/the '97.

Hey Evan lets go wheeling this weekend...... Oh wait i forgot about you and wheeling

But seriously I am most likely going to Aetna this weekend.

And Evan you need to swap your rig.

My butt end is in the air by at least an inch and I like the look. When mine sit level it also looked like its butt was sagging. I would go with at least the 890's

I'll try to get some up - I biked to work today.

All right, here's one. Just for context, this is with 881's and 906's, about 50lbs of cargo in the rear (just behind the seat). The springs have been on it since the beginning of March (5 1/2 months ago). I think it looks a little raked, but I haven't noticed it feeling raked. Let me know what you think.

Thanks for posting that pic. What's interesting is that it does look like it has a slight rake...plus, it seems like you're parked on a bit of a grade. Interesting. And that's with 50lbs over the rear axle, too, huh.

Regardless, I think is looks perfect. And I'm presuming based on your sig that those tires are 265/75/16s, too?

Yep, those are the 265/75's. I honestly couldn't wait to get out of my stock suspension, as the rear springs were so weak. Like I said, I think the 906's are too often overlooked, but they're great springs. I think most of us don't want to undershoot our goal, and get into overkill mode. I think this is the best option for running a slightly larger tire than stock - very proportionate.

I plan on getting the 906's very soon. I already have the shocks and waiting for the springs. I am going with the 881 and 906 set up. I have to agree that for the peace of mind, that is the right choice. I am scared to run into the many problems mentioned above in your previous posts while running the 3" lift. From the picture it does look like you are not a grade. In other threads concerning the setup you have, it seems alot more level. Is there any way that you can get a better picture on level ground? Thanks.