Let’s see pics stock height Pro with 295/70r18

Yeah I dog them. The tread pattern seems like it’ll be a great do it all AT. We’ll see long term if I get the life out of them I’m hoping, but for $300 a tire I’m not complaining

 

How close is the top of the tire to your UCA?

 

Everyone says no rub with 295 70 r18 but mine definitely rub…

 

I just (within several recent months) found that Toyo has the open country at3 in a 285/70r18.
It’s a light great tire. Not as aggressive looking as the wildpeaks or KO2s or mickeys but the best looking tire in that next tier down of “super aggressive sidewall all terrain”

wife has them on her 4R and they’ve been awesome in wet dry and snow.

I will be getting these next year

 

I wanted these when I put the Nitto’s on my Pro. But my tire guy could not get them. Supply and demand with the Covid. Maybe when my Nitto’s are done.

 

It's my ideal tire, and I'd been looking ever since I got 295/70r18 Mickeys on my old 2014 DC. When I finally saw they existed Toyo's website, I actually called corporate and they confirmed their existence - I was floored. I had just purchased (back in may/June) some pristine take off TRD OR wheels with the stock Michelin LTX at2 or whatever those things are with less than 5000 miles on them from a member here @GT87 (great experience, btw). The redneck in me won't let me purchase new tires yet.

 

Anyone had any issues with using the spacers? I need some offset, but I haven't found any aftermarket wheels I like much, not to mention they are stupid expensive. A set of spacers costs much less. Did you purchase hub-centric or lug centric spacers?

I am thinking of going 1.25 or 1.5 with the hub-centric style spacers.

I was told by our local offroad shop that Tundras don't like spacers, though I am not sure what made him say that.

Thoughts?

 

All the horror stories you hear about spacers are due to users who did not properly torque down during install and 50 miles after. If you're looking for a quality set, look into Spidertrax or Bora spacers - both respectively in the 1.25".

 

As stated don't buy junk. Something to point out though (since you posted this in the 295s on stock PRO), we have to assume that is what you are driving and planning on going with. With that being said several guys have had rubbing issues w/295s on stock PROs when they add a spacer. It pushes the tire away from the UCA, but the inner edges are more prone to rub bumper and fender liner area.

 

I have a black 2015 Pro with stock suspension.

I am torn between aftermarket wheels with more neutral backspacing or spacers on the factory wheels. My truck has the fender flares, so I need to bump the tires out one way or the other to look right.

Also - I used to be associated with Goodyear so I have some coupon codes that will save me a ton. Unfortunately, the Duratrac only comes in a 295/65R18. I think I really want some bronze wheels with Recon Grapplers but that is a lot of coin and not sure if I can make the commitment.

 

You can see my comments about spacers in post #446. As others have mentioned, no issues with quality spacers and proper installation. I've run both 1.25" and currently running 1.0" BORAs. I have a 2016 CM 1794 with TRD Pro suspension, TRD Pro BBS wheels, and 295/70 Cooper XLT AT3 tires (suspension is identical to the TRD Pro models). The 1" spacers bring the tires out about flush with the fender wells and no fender flares. Here's a pic for reference:

 

Just ordered 5 Falken Wild Peak 295s. Nervous, psyched, and a bit poorer all at once!

 

What's lead time for you on getting them? Are you on a purely stock Pro suspension???

 

Should have them all this weekend or Monday. I'm on a purely stock pro suspension.

 

Nice... Looking forward to the pics!

 

45k miles on mine and they’ve been great

 

Like I said I went ahead and got the 5th one. What have y'all had to do to get a 295 spare to fit under the bed? 3 came in today!

 

Here’s a picture while you wait..

 

You sweet sweet man! She's gonna look so good!

 

At last! Front mud flaps off. No rub!

 

I know some others have cut the spare tire holder tabs off (closest to the rear bumper) or bent them out of the way. For me, I took a different route. I used a side grinder to grind-off the rivet on the front side of each rear tab - there are two rivets in each bracket. I then put about a 0.5" spacer with bolt in this rivet location which tilted the tab back enough for a tight fit on the 295 spare tire.
Best.

 

That sounds like the best option I've yet read about so far! Thanks for the detailed reply. Spacer sourced from what?

 

It's much more work than cutting the tabs off or bending them back, but I wanted to be able to go back close to stock if ever needed. I'm cheap and think I just found and stacked a few thick washers from my junk screw box...you may need to play around with the amount of spacer thickness/tilt as 295 tire ODs will vary depending on the brand and tire wear. I'm sure you can find actual spacers at a good hardware store or McMaster Carr (pricier options!)

 

talk to me about those red calipers.....

 

He said he was able to order those through the dealership truck builder website when he ordered his truck. But then Roman couldn’t figure out the part number and said they weren’t OEM lol, probably something that specific dealership did.
Anyway they’re caliper covers and I am researching these for myself as well.

Here’s the thread where they talk about it.
https://www.tundras.com/threads/cooper-stt-pros-or-ridge-grapplers.32438/#post-832685

 

Here’s a thread on some caliper covers. I think I’m gonna go with some of those MGPs

https://www.tundras.com/threads/trd-caliper-covers.35416/

 

I believe TRD does have some upgraded HD brake calipers in red...

Quick search produced these.. I know they are for 2013-2017 Tundra/Sequoia, but I've seen similar TRD calipers for FJs, etc.. I believe these may be larger than the OE and have some clearance issues based on the wheels offset, etc... They are also meant to be ran with upgraded drilled rotors ($300/ea); calipers look to be around $850/ea...

Left Caliper Assembly https://www.oemgenuineparts.com/oem...ptr0934074?c=bD0yJm49RHluYW1pYyBTRU8gUGFnZQ==

Right Caliper Assembly https://www.oemgenuineparts.com/oem...ptr0934075?c=bD0zJm49RHluYW1pYyBTRU8gUGFnZQ==


If I remember right, I believe this setup was also sold as a kit by TRD for around $3k. But, you'll have to see if you can find something that will work w/the 2018-2021s...

 

3K. OUCH.

 

I would think twice about putting wheel spacers on a stock suspension daily driver without seeking expert guidance. Most are simply doing it for looks instead of performance. I would talk to someone who actually understands suspension geometry and/or designs suspension lifts to get their opinion.

I’m not a suspension expert but I was a ASE certified tech (brakes, suspension & steering, engine repair, hvac, etc) for over 10 years so I know a little more than an average Joe. I caution against wheel spacers because they increase the scrub radius angle of a vehicle and can have a negative effect on bump steer, braking, stability, not to mention the stress it puts on things like wheel bearings, tie rods, ball joints, etc. The larger tires are already doing this without wheel spacers, they just amplify it. Just want to give you some of the facts before making your decision, but again, talk to someone more knowledgeable than me.