295 70 18 tires

I thought of that, but would really like to keep it aired up if possible. I took a short drive about 3 miles or so to get a haircut after I put the spare tire under the bed. It didn't feel right, sort of like something was preventing the back end from flexing when I drove into the parking lot (slight uphill turn to get it). I'm pretty sure the shackles were not moving as freely as they should from the tire rub.

I've read a few posts and think my next step is to remove the tire and drill out the rivets on the tire alignment brackets so I can remove them. This should free up enough spare to align the tire in a better position eliminating any shackle rub. Sounds like the rivets are not the easiest to drill out, but I'll give it a shot.

 

I think you can just grind off the leafs that extend down and leave the rivets alone.

 

Yeah, that's another option as well. I figured if I'm going to be in there I'd rather remove them completely vs just hacking them up if possible. Once I can get the full size spare mounted up in there I've got the helmholtz resonators to try and fit also (2 for the TRD dual). Probably going to be a very tight fit with everything else.

 

Interested to see how it turns out because I am going to go coachbuilder shackles and a resonator as well. I am trying to talk myself into 35s but the 295/70 is going to be more than enough for me needs and will likely feel like a rocket with my 5.29s

 

I'll keep you posted. Sounds like we have the same setup. I wanted to stick with 295/70/18's so that I could fit a matching size spare underneath. Which exhaust are you running?

 

Im going to be getting my dirty deeds 10" with resonator installed this weekend by keith. i dont have the shackles in yet, they are due to arrive in a week or 2. I am going to be installing the shackles, 5160's, carrier bearing drop and brake line extensions in the back maybe after thanksgiving. Waiting on 6112's before I can do the front. Gear install is going to happen early january. Tires will be the last thing since I am waiting to preorder some SR8s in the next few weeks. Ill be getting STT pros unless i talk myself into getting BFG 35s.....

 

https://proformfab.com/collections/shackle-kits/toyota-shackle-kit will give you more room to fit a spare

 

Saw these before, I really wanted to go with the CB because i havent heard any negatives and they honestly look so beefy, i cant help but think they would be the best. I think I should be able to fit the spare. I plan on running deflated with the CB shackles since I always have an air compressor and a power tank in the truck anyway.

 

i had CB +2s and had the same rubbing with my 295s. Got the proforms when they were like $60/set. Zero issues and fit the spare easily. Good luck with whatever decision you go with.

 

So do you think removing the spare tire guides isn't going to solve the problem?

 

I removed mine and the spare fit was still tight with the CBs

 

The CBs are a fantastic product and even better owner. the proforms, im my opinion, do just as good of a job but are less expensive. The main thing you need is to just switch out the oem bushings with the poly bushings.

 

I was told today 6112's won't be available until January 2022 ☹️

 

By what company? I talked to boss 4x4 and they are expecting a shipment early december.

 

I've been on the waitlist with them... Darren says don't expect until January 2022... from Billstein... said supply lines are a mess.

 

UGH great......

 

Frustrating... I've toyed with going to Eibach stage 2 kit... they are in stock from manufacturer. Boss is local to me rather give them my business though

 

Ill check it out, i already have 5160s for the rear, the front is all im waiting on to do the whole lift.

 

Sweet!

 

I actually think I am going to pull the trigger on these. just checked them out and their headquarters are about 10 minutes from my house. I have had eibachs before on sports cars and was happy with them.

 

From everything I read they seem legit. I'm in the same boat... just deciding on new wheels and tires now

 

Im waiting to see when SCS gets stock in for SR8s if they arent getting it this year i may go with some methods.

 

I've been checking SCS stock and nothing ever in stock... I've been considering icon rebounds

 

Yeah, I am going to check back in later this month and see what the status is.

 

295/70/18s with +60mm offset wheels. Minor rub on the passenger side sway bar with the Eibach Stage 1 Kit @ 2" lift and removed "wings" from skit plate.

Besides that, it has been awesome.

 

Looks great, those wheels are sexy. Doesnt look like you are running a spacer correct? Stock UCA?

 

Zero spacers and stock UCA

 

How slight is your rub on the sway bar itself?

 

You can barley hear it inside the cab with the radio off. I only noticed it from the steering wheel giving feedback.

 

I guess there is no way to cure that except with offset or spacers.