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Will 255/85/16 tires fit a stock 1997 ?

Discussion in '3rd Gen 4Runners (1996-2002)' started by Capnemo, Apr 22, 2019.

  1. Apr 22, 2019 at 9:00 PM
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    Capnemo

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    I did use the search function to no avail.

    I have seen posts on other forums where people who had mild lifts fit 255/85/16 tires in the Gen 3, however I am starting out with a stock suspension. Would like to put Cooper ST Maxx in the 255/85/16 size.

    I read elsewhere a lift really dors not allow a larger tire contrary to popular belief.

    Thanks especially to those with first hand experience.
     
    Capnemo, Apr 22, 2019
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  2. Apr 23, 2019 at 5:58 AM
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    You will need a lift more than likely, that's a 33" tire .. you might can get away without much rubbing but I imagine backing up and turning whilst going uphill / downhill will rub quite a bit.
     
    Large, Apr 23, 2019
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    I have 285/65/16 STT MAXX's on our 98 with a 3" lift. That's a 1/2" shorter tire than what you want. I would be really surprised if they didn't rub like crazy without a lift. I have no rubbing issues at all with my tire/ lift combo
     
    4scooter19, May 3, 2019
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