Wheel Opinions for a newbie

I’m very new to modding 4runners and would love some help or opinions.

2009 V6 RWD SR5

Will be driving this for about another two years until I give it back to my father. I want to keep things as close to stock as possible because I’ll be giving it back and he doesn’t like mods.

I love the look of these wheels specifically but am afraid the aggressive width and offset will cause clearance or rubbing issues.


Would a 16x8 +0 fit my 4runner without modifications or trimming? I plan to do the front daystar level only. Again, I want to keep the truck as stock as possible because it won’t be mine forever besides the wheels and leveling. Planning to throw on 265/65/16 or 70 Wildpeaks for mostly city driving and the occasional ski resort trip in the winter (in SoCal). Any issues with traction in the snow for 2wd? I know it’ll never perform like a 4x4 but have to work with what I have. Won’t be able to get a dedicated winter tire setup so these will be daily driven.

I also do hope to put these on a different 4runner (3rd, 4th, or 5th) down the line or sell them. Will they fit on those? (Not sure if this is the right place to ask)

 

Personally I wouldn't bother with the wheels if this isn't your vehicle, unless you plan to be purchasing a vehicle that these will fit on in the future. If that's the case, go with a 17" wheel if you think you might want a 5th gen 4Runner, 17" is the minimum size that will fit.

The Wildpeaks are supposed to be good in the snow for an AT tire, but a downside is that they tend to be fairly heavy for any given size, so they'll negatively effect performance and mpg, and for that reason I would not run them on a vehicle that I wasn't going to take off-road. They do look cool though!

For your application something like the BFG Trail Terrain might be good. It's supposed to be great in the snow, though off-road performance might not be as good. Keep in mind that what makes a good offroad tire doesn't necessarily make it a good snow tire. The least off-road looking tires can be the best in the snow.

Tire Rack does a lot of winter testing, check to see what their rankings are as part of your research.