Wheel spec for towing

Hi I have a 2014 tundra 4x4 crewmax 5.7l I have 33" tis offroad wheels on the truck, need to tow a friend 's cj5 across the country jeep weighs 2600lbd rough estimate 6000 miles round trip hoping to find a car there to bring back so trailer will always be loaded trailer is 2009 big tex tandem axel with trailer brakes 7k rated deck is 7x18 weighs 2000lbs, now my question is should I run my 20's or should I find another set, I'm worried about mpg and wear and tear on the tires.

 

If the wheels and tires are rated for the load then you can technically haul it. It's going to ride really rough with that little rubber around the wheels, though. As long as it's in the budget a set of 18" wheels will make it a way more comfortable ride.

 

if you have time and funds try and find a cheap set on FB marketplace or something, even if they're ugly. I would look for load E just so you have a harder sidewall and it will help with towing. After the 6k mile run re post them and earn your money back. better than racking up miles on your nice set and it will probably be a little more comfortable. just my thoughts.

edit: just thought also if you get a set of OE size wheels and tires you will have a spare that's the same size if you happen to have a blowout on the way there or back. Just Make sure everything is bumped up a little in PSI and make sure the spare is also properly inflated.

 

Do you plan to tow regularly or is this a one time trip?

 

I don't plan to tow that far often but maybe once or twice more possibly road trips as well no towing.

 

I would say stock size 18" wheels with 32" tires would be a good choice but it may not be worth the cost if you're not going to tow much.