Choosing between 265s and 285s Tires on my Tacoma: I picked... 🤷🏻‍♀️

In today's video, I show you guys which new tires I picked for my Toyota Tacoma! I talk about why I believe this decision was the best one for me, plus I give some tips about wheel/tire fitment when it comes to the Tacoma. What do you think of my decision?!
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- My Previous 265 vs 285 Video: • What New Tires Should ...
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🌮 MY TACOMA: 2019 TRD Off-Road, Silver Sky Metallic DCSB 🌮
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0:00 - The Decision!
2:50 - Why I Chose 265/70/R17
5:07 - Resource for Finding Tacoma Wheel/Tire/Suspension Setups!
7:57 - More Reasons I Chose 265/70/R17
9:17 - Why I Stuck With BFGoodrich KO2s
12:32 - How Did My KO2s Wear Overtime?
14:17 - Final Thoughts

[@TinkerersAdventure]

Great video! This is the sensible choice. Many of us in the community should learn from your mentality, rather than blindly going big. Load range is a nice mention. I'm also looking for load range C in my next set of tires and found it really limits size availability.

[@Ramiel77]

Same. Need new tires for my '22 4Runner and I want something with more side resistance than a SL tire, but I don't want the weight and stiff ride of an E tire. For some reason the industries has gotten obsessed with look over performance, and is creating nothing but "hybrid/rugged-terrain" tires, that are suuuuper heavy, don't have the 3 peak snow flake rating, and 99% of people don't actually need. Bu they look aggressive and are softer to make them quieter than mud terrains. Hope this trend dies off sooner rather than later. A lot of us want a pragmatic tire, or at least more C load options

[@Matt-xq6ow]

This is shocking to hear. Why wouldn't you go with load E for the extra protection, especially since you wheel hard yourself?

[@prescottosegie]

Congratulations 🎊🍾🎉 on 100k subscribers Chloe I’m so proud of you I’m always learning something new about trucks on your channel keep up the great work and good choice the 265 tires 🛞 are cool 😎

[@richardpedersen9189]

Chloe - these last two videos were excellent. The (comom sense) engineer in you came thru in a very positive way! 👍 I'm glad to say we're in the same camp, especially for an everyday (and more 😉) driver! Hopefully others will take, or at least consider, your words of wisdom. As always, looking forward to your next 'adventure' ..... Rich

[@ericlietsch994]

No explanations needed, good logical choice! Keep up your good work.

[@TrailBuilt]

The new KO2s are looking 🔥Glad we could help get a new set on the Tacoma!

[@RamJamOverland]

Trail Built! Get your website fixed lol 😂 I can’t login! Everything on your website works but the login button isn’t working.

[@corneliuscrewe677]

I think you went the right way on it. Certainly easier on your running gear and especially if you’re going to continue daily driving it. You can always get another set of wheels for off-road use with the 285’s and just switch them out if you’re going where you need them.

[@tjp1905]

Great video and great insight. Although I considered the KO2s I eventually went with the Cooper Discoverer AT3 LT in a 275/70/R17 on the same wheels as you. Perfect size and offset for sero rubbing. I am an 80-20 split for on-road vs off-road travel with a TRD 2" leveling kit installed. I love the ride and stance of my setup and would recommend the Cooper tires to anyone. Happy Trails everyone.

[@UncleFjester]

*Thank you for the KO2 Sacrifice, I can now expect the new KO3's in February!*

[@FrederickReeb]

Hi Chloe. I just put 285/65r 17s on my 21 Tacoma. They look great and ride super. The circumference is is less than the stock tire but is 3/4 inch wider combined with the leveling kit, give the truck an aggressive look without sacrificing mileage. The tires were new old stock General Grabbers which are hard to find but work out great.

[@fortyfourrobo544]

Great video, I’m on my second set of bfg ko tires. The first set was 270 75 17 on 4 gen 4runner. It’s the only size they had and I needed snow tires for up coming storm. Got worse mileage and something didn’t feel right. The second set I scored a great price and they were stock size 265 70 17. Off roading better, mileage went up a little . The engineers picked that size for a reason. I live off dirt roads, I Don’t think I will divert from these tires. Oh and 50 k on first set. I appreciate seeing women who know what they are doing and you are awesome!

[@andyb4101]

Great choice. I have the same setup as you on my 2020 and am very happy.

[@jimmyj5099]

"If it ain't broke don't fix it." 👍 You got it Chloe 😀. Good choice. Especially since it's your daily driver. Congrats on 100K 🎉 🎈🥂!!! ♥️🌮🐶🐾

[@janpur1417]

Not true when it comes to ATRAC Break Master assemblies around 200-250K miles range: It will work great and without a warning... warning lights, beep alarm and no brakes!

[@JasonExplainsThings]

Great video Chloe! Unless you go through all the extra steps of re-gearing and so on... you definitely made the right choice. And the Tacoma (while awesome) isn't the fastest or most efficient truck in the world, so keeping the tires close to stock size makes a ton of sense.

[@SpencerHogg]

Great video as always, those KO2's look great. I just swapped back, I was running some Hakkapelita LT3's with Studs for some ice driving here, but back to my Grabber A/TX's and 285's !

[@ednolan5754]

I’m happy to have seen this video. I have a 2020 Tacoma and I am looking for what tires I will go to when the time is here. Unless I missed it, I didn’t hear you comment on weather these tires had much road noise. Obviously the tires that came on the truck are reasonably quiet, I don’t want to give that up to have the tire that I know will make the truck look better and have a lot of tire noise. I made that mistake with my old Jeep and it was terrible! I don’t go off road but I live in the midwest and sometimes we do get a lot of snow. I look forward to hearing your reply. I have been following your videos and have come to respect your opinion ! FYI, that is saying a lot 😉. Thanks !

[@blthep1411]

Glad to see you made the smart choice size-wise 🙂 Also, you should 100% give the Toyo ATIIIs a try next time! I am really picky on tires and by far, the Toyos have been the smoothest A/T I’ve ever ran. They don’t look as cool, especially in SL ratings which have the mild sidewalls, but they sure do perform well. I can see the appeal to a load C KO2 though. In order to get load C Toyos, I’m going with 255/75R17 ATIIIs next. I’m currently on 265/65 XLs and wearing them down before I change again.

[@joch4973]

I love watching your channel and seeing the mods that you do. I’m curious to know how cheap you receive these parts/mods? Because these things are pretty expensive.

[@rmr1983]

Sensible choice, recently went with 285-70R17 on -12 offset wheels and 2" of lift and ended up having to flatten the pinch weld and do a cab mount chop.

[@jgdavila236]

Awesome choice! That's the same tire I run on my Taco and I love it 👍

[@williameddy7217]

Great Video!! Lots of good information!!! Thanks Good choice!

[@76honda76]

Congrats on 100k subs !

[@dannygalvez6246]

Great video Chloe, well explained and did the start move. I am looking to do the same setup, so my question is will that tire size work on stock suspension that comes in the trd off road with out rubbing? Or do I still need a small lift on it? Thanks and keep up the good work

[@connercoy2599]

Good choice. I have 285’s on now and plan on going back to 265’s soon

[@lb1338]

TrailBuilt Off-road is a pretty awesome resource for researching what upgrades you want to do. I found them when I first started my build when I was looking on Custom Offsets, which is basically the same resource, they just focus more on street setups. They also price matched and saved me a good chunk of money when I bought my Baja Bosses about 10 months ago. Worth checking out!

[@lb1338]

They also put out some quality off-roading KZbin content!

[@juliandrake3159]

We've been thinking about doing this on my son's Tacoma. He has the Sport model 4x2 with the stock 265/65/17 tires. We bought it used and the tires on it are street tires that are about half worn. He wants to go with black rims so I'm looking at TRD Pro wheels with slightly larger tires. Not planning on going to 285 tires though as they are noticeably heavier and will make the truck feel slower and less responsive on the street. Love your videos by the way!

[@BabakPA]

Thanks Chloe! Love the videos

[@desmondgarcia8630]

Great info Chloe!! Thanks girl!

[@goonercrew08]

I love that tire and wheel setup, I have the same on my Army green Tacoma with no lift.

[@steveb591]

I'd rather watch your video than do all the research myself! Well done 👏

[@dougscott5742]

Great wear on your old tires. How often did you rotate and what psi did you run while daily driving and while off road?

[@franciscoperez6356]

I totally agree with you Chloe ! I Myself have a 2020 Tacoma Pro after looking at it every which way , I came to the happy medium and went with the 265/70-17. Open Country AT3. Not too big not to small and it really has a great stance. Perfect for the everyday driving & the off-road adventures 👍🏼

[@Scrotal_Moles]

Any noticable difference in acceleration or shift points going with the 265/70/17?

[@franciscoperez6356]

@@Scrotal_Moles Not at all , no different than the stock tire, there’s 1 or 2 mph speed difference at higher speeds. Now I will add , I did not go with an 8 or 10 ply tire over kill if your not hauling heavy loads. I bought a Standard Load tire more than adequate for off-roading & just a couple pounds heavier than stock because of the bigger size. Hope that helps.

[@kc0lif]

great choice.i love watching you. 👏👏👏

[@raulmoreno5726]

My 2018 tacoma 4x4 6mt has falken WildPeak AT3W I love how they feel the don't produce a lot of road noise, they are amazing in wet weather and they get me around great off road...I also had them on my 2016 frontier 4x4 6mt as well...the ko2 in my opinion suck

[@vaned2544]

I’m 285/70r17 Nitto ridge grapplers. I love them! I used to run ko2 when I had my jeep but I noticed with the nitto on the Tacoma it gets me through some pretty soft sand. 😊 I’ve debated on going back to KO2 🧐 🤔

[@chrisk4617]

Great choice ! I believe most Dakar rally trucks run bf Goodrich because when it comes to off road tires they are the best

[@tenkkutn]

Hey whoa! I'm pretty sure I was also suggesting to do 265 70r17 - much more sensible to maintain mpg and start and stop performance.

[@adamwilliams5516]

Agreed. It's not worth the additional costs across the board for larger tires if you daily drive and are on pavement 99% of the time. I say ego is the main culprit for larger tires, suspension and blah, blah, blah. That was in my younger days when I didn't know better and it cost me big time. Driving a 2019 Tacoma with 55,000 miles on 265's Goodyear Wrangler Ultraterrain A/T's and they've been great. They'll be replaced this summer. Really enjoy your videos, nice work young lady!!

[@scotw67]

Well said!

[@CaryMakes]

You made the practical decision. 😊

[@rhllnm]

Great channel. As a proud poor person, I eventually calm down from my lift lust and realize I am offroad on fire roads 10 times per year and stock tires with a more aggressive tread is all I need.

[@mr-peabody]

Congrats hitting 100k subs

[@kennytc6]

I have ko2's In a 285 70 R17 in a c load With an icon stage 3 (about 2 inch lift) with there bilit UCA's and black rhino arsenals in a -18 offset did need a cab mount chop and a viper cut though 265'S are a safe bet though less headaches with your mostly diving on roads

[@markely7587]

I ran BFGs for 30+ years on my trucks. This KO2 has not been a good tire for me, I had two peal apart at 15k miles and my other two are starting to rot at 30k. I am switching to General Grabber ATXs. I am glad the BFGs work for you, they have a good tread pattern, affordable, and easy enough to find.

[@PHILLIPS8822]

I went with 265/70-18 with a 4 inch BDS lift kit. Chloe you should consider re gearing you truck will a Hypertech recalibration and do a video on it.

[@RamJamOverland]

I do love KO2s and run 37x12.5.17 D-load on my Ram Power Wagon. I do daily it too lol 😂 AEV pro cal snap and a 4.88 Re-gear put mpg almost right at what stock was.

[@RichW240]

Have you checked the tire air pressures after the new tires were installed on your truck? If the tire shop inflated the tires to a lower air pressure than you usually run, that will cause lower gas mileage. (more rolling resitance) Also, it has gotten quite a bit colder after the rain storms so it takes longer for the fluids in a vehicle to warm up which would also cause lower gas mileage. For instance, it might take longer for the transmission to shift into overdrive when the temperatures are colder.

[@evilfinnigan]

It would be cool if you tried 255/85r16s or the equivalent on 17s. Pizza cutters! I love the KO2s but I have heard they cut easy? Have you had that problem? Because of that I went with wild country XTX sport 4S. They have been good.

[@rantabsolain1759]

Nice job. Get regular alignments as well.

[@bubbalo3388]

You might gain a little mpg back when the edges of the blocks wear some. The new sharp edges grab the road more and cause more resistance. I have a 2001 Yukon XL that I slapped some 285/45/22's A/T tires on and I lost about 4-5 miles per gallon. My tank is 32.5 gallons so I lost about 120 miles per tank.$$$. I am debating to level out my Yukon to squeeze in a slightly taller tire on or just go back down in size on rims for beefier tires. Yeah some people will say why would I put a setup like mine on an SUV but hey it works for me for my daily driving and occasional beat up mountain roads, sand and ice and snow of which I never had a problem with.

[@johntony6974]

I have KO2s in 265/75/r16s, so... basically same size overall just smaller rim and I'm on stock suspension and height. (Planning on leveling with bilstein 5100s) Tires rub very slightly on the wheel well plastic at harsh turning angles, like steep driveways or parking lot entrances, but can avoid that to some degree with practice lol It doesn't harm anything just an ugly noise.

[@DeuceDeuceBravo]

Smart choice! 285's require a lot of work to maintain driveability. And load range is so important... Too many people think "E" must be better but it's complete overkill for a Tacoma (unless you're doing really gnarly rock crawling) and ends up hurting power and ride quality. The new tires are probably a lot grippier than the worn tires, which will greatly affect MPG. Old tires that still have a lot of tread will still lose a lot of grippiness over the years.

[@austenalexander-qy7jb]

I agree

[@psg17sg31]

Perfect choice! I’m with you on this 265. kO2’s are $ tho…

[@williampysell1257]

Wow! First time that I have seen one of your videos, but I hope it's not the last! Cool looking girl, and a cool little truck. Also, you seem to know what you are talking about. You are much more than just another beautiful woman making KZbin videos!

[@dadaking]

Great choice either way

[@trxmigz450]

I wish I knew about the load ratings before I got my KO2s. I also mostly daily my Tacoma vs off roading it.

[@colinharfman6399]

There great tires I agree. The only thing is that when its cold like -15c, they turn hard like hockey pucks lol. So not the best on ice or snowy roads when its that cold.

[@Steven-xj2rf]

Love your videos. I am bailing on my Tacoma and have a 2023 Colorado ordered because my Tacoma struggled towing. I will have to decide between 265/65R18s or 275.65R18s. (KO2s vs Duratec)

[@tberjashi6707]

Colorado! Why didn't you go with Tundra?

[@Steven-xj2rf]

@@tberjashi6707 I want a .midsized truck that has enough power to pull my 5000lb easily. 430lbs of torque will be able to get the job done. Toyota needs to get a new power train in the Tacoma ASAP.

[@Johnwick-yf2oe]

Ko2 s suck in the rain. But great for off-road. Wildpeaks are way better,in my opinion.

[@joecerda630]

I considered those but went with Firestone XD... haven't regretted yet...matter of fact I really like them.

[@jamesm568]

The worst tires I have ever owned were a set of BF Goodwrench K02. Now they look good, but the wet weather traction was horrible and they were the hardest thing to ever keep balance. This time around I went with Kenda Kevlar and completely satisfied.

[@RobertoRomero-yr3id]

Look at Grabbers ATX. Im very happy with mine and bought them after seeing performance scores on Tire Rack.

[@gpaje]

I think it's the overall diameter increase of fresh tires that is lowering your mpg if the weights were close.

[@mercurials54]

I got 2006 SE 4runner V6 & V8 with 285s wildpeak and got minor rub on upc and no cab mount rubbing and my lil bro got 2003 V6 limited with same setup and he got rubbing on cab mounts with KO2.

[@stevenflores5549]

I had bfg k02 on my 18 Silverado and they were a nightmare in rain. I’m thinking it’s because it’s a heavier truck because I’ve heard a lot of people with tacomas that love them. I put cooper discovery on my 17 Tacoma limited.

[@jcreeker5581]

Great video. Understand the 265 decision. Was the 275's an ever option?

[@mario-jre8881]

I have 275s but the ride is rough.. since the rubber on this size is harder and usually used on diesel trucks that have heavy loads

[@stevenk5800]

A lot of people overlook 275 70r17! I went his route with my 4runner. I think it’s a perfect in between size!

[@mbailey802]

same with me on my 4th gen hilux surf!

[@ktm250xcw]

What tire brand?

[@stevenk5800]

@@ktm250xcw bfg ko2 all terrain

[@mbailey802]

I also did K02's on mine @@ktm250xcw

[@snorlaxTACO]

Daily prevails! 😂 C load will be more comfortable! Make sure you check the tire shelf life!

[@tonynelson7]

They are great tires bought used and due for new ones I heard they have harder rubber and last longer?

[@jeepaz79]

I have a 2nd gen Tacoma(2014) just put some 285/75/R16 Nexen Roadian A\T with a 1.5inch spacers and does not rub,. The mud terrain I had before did rub.

[@368engbn]

I am driving with 265/70r16 Falken Wild Peak AT3. Original came with Yokahamas which were a bit noisy and not that great on ice. Have not encountered ice as of yet but the Falkens are absolutely beautiful in how it handles the road.

[@wolfpackstudios3040]

Guess it depends on if you can still fit it in the garage with the bigger tires.

[@austenalexander-qy7jb]

You definitely have helped me

[@mistereddottv7927]

Hey Chloe … been looking around and checking out reviews for some tires … I have a SR5 21 tacoma and looking to have sets of tire 265 75r16 any thoughts for that size or any recommendations….

[@itchypants4739]

Good Choice 👍🏽

[@geminij610]

Good choice!!

[@seanmcpat]

Hey, I run the same tires and I would really really appreciate if you did a decibel test on road noise in the cabin of your truck, my mechanic suspects I have cupping starting on my tires and one of the hallmarks of cupping is road noise, and I’m currently getting 74 decibels on the highway (65mph) could you tell me what yours is? I use a free decibel app.

[@fabienpics]

I think this is a good choice... between both for ground clearance there are not big difference, to make a difference you need 33 or 35 inch.... but between 265 and 285 the difference is for the mechanic... 265 are better for the mechanic... 33 and more , make a huge difference for mechanic and cost a lot of more to put correctly with the good components. You run 17 inch wheel so you can't put 75 ratio... if you your truck are on R16 ... you can put 75 ratio it s not very heavier and a little bit more high... I run R16 so I can make this little change and cost nothing... but R17 not available so I think you make a good choice to stay with 265 . 👍

[@224evans]

I guess there’s only so many Tacoma mods one can do. Although the content is good, This channel has run its course

[@kevinkidneyy]

function over looks for me 265 is perfect for me and my Tacoma.

[@Lexusgx550]

Hope this help me decide

[@TheSurfskidude]

Understand on not getting the 275’s but how bout the 265/75’s ? Same tire but one inch more lift ?

[@tthoy7338]

No you did the right thing staying with the 265’s 👍 385’s are ginormous

[@Ironsja11]

I run 265/70-17 Nitto's on the stock rims on my TRD Sport. They look great and I like how the tires are under the truck and not sticking out the sides sandblasting the paint off.

[@michaelm-alpha6406]

As others have also asked, was 275/70/17 ever an option for you? And im specifically talking about the FALKENWILDPEAK A/T3WLT275 /70 R17 114S C1 BSW. I've heard really good reviews about that tire and it would be a middle size compromise for you. Thanks

[@williamm4554]

Great choice 👍that’s what I have on 16 taco . Maybe give away the 285 tires to one of ur subscribers? Thanks 🙏 for all your video’s Stay safe God bless

[@gorillaspawn6071]

I made the same choice with Dura Tracs. First, the reason TRD Off-Road uses 265/70 16s is they’re better off road than 17’s. The wheel well is big enough for the 265s to move around when off road.

[@sonny1597]

Just got a 2022 Tacoma and am looking at all ways to make it better. You went with a bigger tire size but I don't see where you figure in the tire size difference in your mileage equations. The other problem you have is going to a large tire and not changing your axle ratio. For 33's you should be geared at 4.11 or 4.56. If your still geared at 3.07 your Tacoma is going to be a dog and your mileage will suffer. If you have done these and I missed then sorry for that. Like all you videos .. I did subscribe 🤠

[@nikkisun5546]

Not sure if I missed it, but did you look into 255's?

[@master6435]

Nice watch what is that?

[@jaypikachu6660]

Chloe, you already spent near $5k for suspension upgrade, I don’t know what stopping you to do the body mounts chop for few hundreds bucks?

[@alabama2uz]

I am going 255s on my GX. '33s without the work.

[@wolf359survivor2]

Smart choice. 265s fill out the wheel wells just fine and if you do the 285s you'll have get a matching gun rack too. 😁

[@politerudeboi6898]

i want a gun rack bit i live in hawaii almost as bad as cali

[@wolf359survivor2]

@@politerudeboi6898 How does your Tacoma hold up against rust living on the ocean?

[@politerudeboi6898]

​@@wolf359survivor2 not sure just ordered a 2023 still waiting on it lol but rust is something im worried about

[@ryanm4013]

I’ve always wondered what is worse….24/7 salt air or salted roads for 4 months during the year. I need to get out more

[@politerudeboi6898]

@@ryanm4013 air is less salty on my island if you live in the mountains in the states the roads are super salty so i think that might be worse ..but i get alot of rain in the mountains so its probably balenced

[@devinyandreywilliams]

Worn down tires are more smooth on pavement probably why they get better gas mileage. I have similar thing going on. I drive a 2020 LT Chevy Trail Boss. The tires the truck came with Wrangler Duratracs they are nice but I'm trying Nitto Grappler G2's for now. I think you made the best decision to keep the smaller tire. Why lower your gas mileage and increase the workload on your truck for no reason? It's not like you're going to do crazy off roading. My truck is also my daily driver I plan on doing the crazier modification later on in life to it. I'd rather get an older vehicle and put stupid big tires and all the wild modifications rather than my daily driver. I can use my current truck as a "toy" later on in life when I buy another daily driver to replace it. I am Chevy loyal the way you are Toyota loyal.

[@jerrybohringer4894]

my Dodge ram brand new Came with BF tires. Yes I got about 60000 out of them. Then I got the tires just Like that. They ran great in the snow and water. No problems whatsoever. My Toyota tired are not good. Not good for the snow. their factory firestones. But they only got 20000 on the truck. So I can't replace The tires yet. That is Toyota Tacoma sports limited Addition. Jerryb

[@scotw67]

Smart choice on the 265s. While the 285s look “better,” the 265s are so much more practical overall for a daily driver.

[@duellski93]

What about the weight of the tires? I’m afraid to get them cause they are heavy… putting them on a frontier 265-75-R16

[@josephrimando5684]

Love it.

[@speedsterspeedy2146]

Happy medium- 275’s would of been good this time around

[@jamesm568]

If you can find them.

[@stubskututstuy]

This vid gives me The Ring vibes but more rugged and offroad.

[@RJ-jp3oi]

255/85 r16. the best !

[@marathonbaker]

Will they fit is a good website to check if wheel offset will fit

[@Spartan_Pope]

Noob to truck stuff, but why not go with a 275? That’s what I have on mine (with Method 305 and Eibach 2”, 1.5” lift)