Fitting 33 Inch Tires on your TOYOTA TACOMA (full guide!)

[@ashleyb7284]

Just do a 2 inch coil over in the front, and either 1 inch block, 1.5 AAL or 2 inch leafs in the rear. This with a 265 75 r16 or 265 70 r17 looks really good and will save you ton of headache and money. Going up to a 33 on the taco is definitely doable and looks great, but it requires more modifications than what most people want to or can afford to do.

[@draketorstenson8186]

This is exactly what I run with stock uca’s and stock alignment with no issues

[@KVX21]

Yepp & don't need to chop up mounts

[@markblinde6209]

Some of the most sound advice I’ve found.

[@YoursInYeshua]

hahaha that thumbnail going into your faces when the video starts.... LEGENDARY!!

[@Betoromero22]

Man!!! This video is pure gold. It almost clears all my doubts, the only thing I would add is a little example of how to trim the fenders correctly. Thanks a lot for the info Saludos desde México

[@mtnyotas]

Glad it was helpful! We recommend using an air saw to cut fenders and plastic... depends on where it's hitting, but we think air saws are the best way to do it.

[@bigmatt503]

I'm running 285 70 17 on a 2 inch eibach lift. I also installed spidertrax 1.25 wheel spacers with a zero offset wheel. I had to viper cut on my bumper. I'm definitely real close to the cab mount. It's time for a chop

[@grizzlys91ify]

I have a 3.5" rough country full suspension lift and running stock tires lol I don't mind it at all and the lift I have had on truck for 2 year's with no problems at all.

[@tommytom7777]

Finally an informative video on this subject. Thank you’

[@404_unavailable_69]

2019 tacoma 255/85/r16 no lift just had to remove stock mud flaps 👍

[@Whocaress700]

That’s good to know. I was thinking about ordering a set in 255/8516 for my stock 2022 Tacoma and been worried about rub.

[@nathanamann3218]

What tire did you use?

[@404_unavailable_69]

@@nathanamann3218 falken wildpeak m/t . They rub a little if hit a pot hole or something at full lock and at speed lol

[@SolarMillUSA]

i wish there more more options in 255 or 265, like for a larger variety of rim sizes, ESPECIALLY by/from BFG. 255 just makes fitting things so much easier not to mention a ton of other benefits.

[@J.Young808]

@@SolarMillUSAI agree most all the tires in 255/85R16 are Load Range E, I found only one tire in C and it was a Wildpeak AT4W. I’m hoping that the new KO3’s will offer a Load Range C in 255/85R16.

[@MichaelDario]

I got a 98 tacoma with bilstien 5100s all around fj steelie 17in with yokohama geolanders 255/75/r17 dakar heavy OME springs in rear and OME heavy coils on front and it doesnt have any issues. Great video guys !

[@mtnyotas]

Sweet, come by the shop sometime and say hi!

[@Nickporter17]

This vid has the best KZbin thumb nail ever

[@mtnyotas]

hahaha thanks

[@justinkirkman200]

I have a 2020 Toyota Tacoma Limited 4wd V6. I went with 33x12.50r18 all-terrain's on stock 18's/1.5" hub-centric billet wheel spacers all away around/3" in front, 2" in rear lift/no rubbing or problems. Make sure to get a front-end alignement/lift retorqued and wheel spacers retorqued.

[@justinkirkman200]

Had to remove all factory mudflaps all away around and front lower shroud to clear the 33's and that's it.

[@BlueSTI]

So no rubbing on the Fender or body mount with 33X12.50?

[@yourdaddy5893]

Any body mount chop

[@austinnelson2084]

Fantastic video, thank y’all for giving me a ground game on what I’ll need for the taco

[@binnie465]

I have a hilux 2017 and it is similar to the tacoma I went narrow 255/85/r17 works great, without trimming even at full compression of the suspension. I have OME lift kit XHD front and rear

[@mtnyotas]

Pizza cutters! Right on man, thanks for watching!

[@J.Young808]

I was looking at skinny tires for my 2023 Tacoma TRDOR and thought the 255 size on a 17” rim was 255/80R17 since to get a 33” with my stock 16” rim I needed 255/85R16.

[@Nickporter17]

​@@J.Young808you're right

[@DonaldCpringle]

i got a 3 inch front 2 inch rear spacer leveling kit, i tested it before and after and there is 0 change in ride quality other than cornering is tippier, obviously, and as long as i don't hit bumps super hard it wont internally bottom out and wear out the shock faster

[@alecmelendez9141]

Ok everyone talks about spacers being bad with stock struts. Now what about 6112 front, at stock setting and with a 3” spacer??

[@kcole2990]

I done a dobbinson 2 in lift in the front . Dobbinson imr's with1 in blocks in back with new bump stops all around. 255/85 17 with a chop. Had to chop without doing upper control arms.

[@shaggybx]

Does the green taco have a diff drop? Thank you

[@Glenn.Cooper]

Great video - thanks!!

[@mtnyotas]

Thank you Glenn!

[@tedriclolis2872]

The TRD lift kit says it’s 2” front and 1” rear. Will 33’s fit with that since it’s not 2.5”?

[@robertmullally8781]

What kind of setup would you recommend for someone like me thats not rock crawling but wants a setup like a baha truck? Wide with lots of wheel travel. Basically going fast over bumps.

[@thatfitfriend]

This ain’t the first nor the last time I’m called Ellen 😂😂

[@joem2745]

I'm more impressed they got Steve Buscemi to do the video. 😂

[@thatfitfriend]

@@joem2745 😂😂😂

[@threadoflife]

Can I fit 33” Nitto Ridgrapplers on a stock 2019 TRD Pro or will 33” tires fit without trimming/rubbing?

[@kameronkuhn6042]

How would I be able to lift my 2023 Tacoma TRD pro about 2-3 inches without using a puck/spacer lift but also not having to get rid of my fox shocks???

[@mtnyotas]

We can get a Westcott kit installed out the door with labor and alignment for under $1,500. Give us a call or email [e-mail]!

[@stay4theride]

I know several people with 3/2 ReadyLIFT on their Tacomas and have had zero issues. My friend has a 2016 with a 3/2 ReadyLIFT and has had it installed from the dealer in 2016 and has had ZERO issues. Sure it’s stiffer than stock but I too have a 3/2 ReadyLIFT and I love it. I also had a 3/2 ReadyLIFT on a Tundra and loved it on that truck too. The fact of the matter is when you’re going off road or you’re a hard-core off Roader something is bound to break, get worn out or get messed up.

[@mtnyotas]

It depends on your goals… reducing ride quality and decreasing your suspension’s travel for the sake of getting up higher doesn’t make sense to us. We think it’s worth just saving up a bit more and doing a proper lift. Nothing wrong with wanting a lift to get bigger tires though 🙏

[@fishingfreaks1076]

Amazing video!!

[@butchgreene]

I’ve got a 2015 ew/ factory 16” wheels. You only mention 17” sizes. Also, a few guys swear you can run a 22/85/17 with just the basic CBC & pinch weld hammering. Is that true?

[@benclark9893]

I run 305/65/17 on my 07 with just a level and -12 offset wheels. It’s not that hard. Very minor rubbing

[@keithstevens8749]

I just had some Method 701s, and Mickey Thompson Baja Boss, 285/70/17s installed last week. How in the hell did I miss this video. Luckily, I did the right thing. What has been your experience mounting the 33" spare in the spare well?

[@carrottopgaming]

If do 3 inch puck just to start up front and two inch spacers they say can fit 33s with no rub. Nothing in the rear stock

[@joshburts1044]

I plan on putting 255 80 r17 on my 2010 tacoma, but also a winch bumper. What size lift would you suggest to account for the drop from the bumper and to clear the tires. I figure I'll need a 3" maybe a 4". Thank you for your suggestions and content.

[@warmachine1770]

Just bought a 2.5 mt 64 lift and 33…hoping for no rub….any encouragement would be great😊

[@defcud]

you're mommy's favorite lil boy.

[@eddiemarroquin6746]

I’m looking into getting. 3inch lift, 17inch wheel and 33inch tires, is it necessary to regear the transmission? I’m hearing and seeing different thing on the net. Help would be greatly appreciated.

[@Epic_Gamer_9000]

I’ve heard regearing starts at $4,500 and is for 34s and up

[@Clayton_J]

Changing the ring and pinion for thirty three inch tires would be ideal. Necessary, no.

[@brianswitzer1957]

I have a 2020 Taco SR5 2 wheel drive . 3” RC leveling kit … I put 33/12.50 /18 Nitto Grapplers all terrains and they not only look great but no rubbing…. So if you want to go that way & it’s the not expensive way to go … rides great . I. Drive it 25 miles one way yo work everyday.. get about 19 miles to the gallon.. Main thing is it looks good 😂

[@jacobflorin600]

Did you have to run spacers?

[@the_archangel6]

What about regearing?

[@mtnyotas]

Usually we go with 4.88s with 33s but it depends on a lot of factors like your additional weight, amount of hwy driving, personal preference on torque, etc...

[@kauaisoljaz]

Thanks Ellen

[@mtnyotas]

LOL, fml.

[@eidolonofficial]

The “puck” does not change the spring rate whatsoever. It sits between the frame of the truck and the upper strut mount. The control arm angle however yes.

[@JeSSTeR81]

You talk a lot about the tire offset and lifts... So is there a more recommended or common offset (i read a zero offset is common and recommended?), what about lifts and upper control arms? Any recommendations?

[@joshlikepie808]

Isn’t bilstein 6112 and 5160 a 2inch max lift?

[@mtnyotas]

Negative... up to 3".

[@MeGustaHealthy]

Do I necessarily have to do the trim in the front or what do I do to not have to trim the front

[@mtnyotas]

You'll almost certainly rub on some plastic... the trimming isn't something most people would ever notice unless it was pointed out.

[@joelreyes6757]

I have a 2015 tacoma with a Bilstein B8 adjustable shocks, i want to upgrade my tires to 255/ 80 r17, are they goin to fit? actually run 265/70 tires

[@mtnyotas]

Depends on your wheel offset mostly... if it's a zero offset you'll likely only rub a little on your cab mount and might have to do a chop and some minor plastic trimming.

[@jaredj.3285]

What about pre-load collars as opposed to pucks? I’m wanting to keep my TRD Pro suspension, fit bigger tires, and re-gear. I also understand that it’s not so much a lift that you need on a yota, it’s more about your offset to clear your UCA and body mount. What would be the cons of running a pre-load collar lift and small wheel spacers to clear 285/75r16 tires on OEM rims on a ‘22 TRD Pro?

[@mtnyotas]

The only collar I'd go with is a Westcott kit... the downside will be a stiffer ride and less down travel, but that's your best bet for the money, short of getting full proper suspension.

[@Rudder14]

What are the largest tires you can fit on a stock tacoma? Uncommon question? Haha 2nd gen to be specific

[@mekanism1200]

17x9 -12 offset with a 1 inch spacer lift on a TRD Offroad on 285/70/17 Toyo AT3's provides no rubbing at all. Just remove mud flaps and you are good to go.

[@Catmemegod]

The lift required to fit 33s sacrifices down travel. It’s even worse for 35s. You can make the argument that the extra inch and half of dif clearance is worth the downtravel loss and I think I agree for some situations,but to say there is no downside to 33s (mpgs, rolling resistance, breaking distance) is inaccurate. For most people it’s not worth it but you make it seem like it is. Iv also never heard of needing a chop to fit 33s. Maybe moving some plastic in the wheel well but the oem Trd lift kit can fit 33s with no chopping.

[@rolandbosiger6105]

i just got a 2020 tacoma and wanting to install a 3"lift. what wheel and tire setup is that on the green tacoma? what offset are the rims, or are you using wheel spacers?

[@mtnyotas]

Those are -12 in a 17" wheel.

[@peytonharris7983]

my tacoma has a 3” lift the 33’s wont clear the upper control arms can i use wheel spacers and solve the problem?

[@mtnyotas]

You sure can, but we always recommend going with more negative offsets over spacers... just make sure your spacers are torqued to spec.

[@J.Young808]

You can fit a 33.1” tire on stock rims by running a 255/85R16 or 255/80R17 and not need a lift or chop

[@Just_Dylan3]

I have really been looking into getting a full OME kit (leaf springs everything heavy duty set up) looking at the total with upper and lower arms it’s like $7k is that a smart move? Is that worth it?

[@mtnyotas]

We prefer higher end Bilsteins, Fox, King and Radflo over OME for sure...

[@sniperovski]

Random question but are there any bodyshops around New York City that you guys would trust?

[@shaggybx]

I'm looking for one too

[@chriskondiah741]

Guys what if you have a 2023 Tacoma trd pro with the trd control arm, should I still change them out with the recommended lift? I think the 22+ trd pro already comes with a 1in lift from other models

[@MrJeepguy1974]

So I ran a 3” front 2” rear on my Tacoma 2017 Trd off-road and 285/70/17 cooper discovery pros. Method 315s with -12. I did not reall rub at all and I had the stock mud flaps. Fast forward I now have a new 23 Trd off-road and I I want to run the same wheel and tire package. But I like a little more space then I originally had in the wheel well. So I’m torn between a 6” and a 3”. What would you recommend to give me around 4.5” all the way around? I do daily drive . Thank you for any info!

[@mtnyotas]

We would recommend a 3 inch lift with a body mount chop. This will give you enough space in your wheel well!

[@joed8423]

Will bilstien 6112/5100 work with 3rd gen taco sr5 2wd?

[@MitchellBloss]

Purchasing a "23" tacoma trd pro with fox shocks. I plan on getting 275/70/17 with 0° offset. Would i still need trimming? And will I need a re- gear also? Let me know / much appreciated.

[@MitchellBloss]

Also going with a wescott shock collar lift.

[@trentonbrown9402]

I just ordered 33x12.5x17 nitto mud graps for a 2022 Toyota Tacoma with stock rims. Will I rub on the upper control arm with a 3 inch rough country lift? If so, would y’all recommend 1.5 or 2 inch spacers?

[@jacobflorin600]

Did you have to run spacers?

[@jimishmong]

does this apply to 2nd gen or 3rd gen only

[@mtnyotas]

Yes

[@TheAdrianbrown80]

Hey fellas I drive a 2020 TRD sport with a 3 inch lift on 33s with a inch and a half spacer on stock rims. I want to get rid of the spacers and get new rims and I’m thinking of a 0 degree offset. Do you think they will rub? I don’t do a whole lot of off roading just the occasional trail riding and everyday use

[@theof303]

Did they rub without the spacers? thinking of doing the same setup

[@sherpaec]

We came for Ellen, left educated. Not disappointed.

[@dwighthouser]

😂 ☠️

[@manwithnoname734]

She seems a lot nicer than what I've heard

[@nicholasgilson1412]

Ordered 34x10.5x17 we shall see

[@gerrykompleski658]

How did they work out?

[@citizenpark2782]

Are you recommending 17s over 16s bc of tire options or are there more reasons? #channelfan

[@davemathews6433]

It would be 17 or smaller… 16 and even 15s will keep that sidewall you need as well and also cheap…

[@jakemetz1742]

Also curious about this and if it’s alright to run the stock 16” wheels. Not doing serious rock crawling so beadlock wheels aren’t important to me

[@citizenpark2782]

@@jakemetz1742I ended up getting Fifteen52s in 17s with some 285/70/17s. They fit and looked perfect. The 16s will be absolutely fine and barely noticeable except for a little more sidewall if u got the same size.

[@pb7133]

I have 23 trd and looking bare minimum $3k for the lift, rims and tires. Saving up.

[@seabas_44]

looking to get some 33x12.50s, would 0 offset affect rubbing at all if there would even be rubbing? fairly new to this stuff so i’m just tryna figure out what to do and what not to do so i get stuff right the first time 😂

[@mtnyotas]

If you did a 2.5" lift you'd likely just need to do some plastic trimming... and no worries, hit us up anytime!

[@raydelfa1125]

I run 33 on my Tacoma

[@Dexxtrr]

Sup gents! I have a 06 Tacoma; full 33s (285/75r16) with, CMC, viper cut, aftermarket UCAs and 2.5 inch lift. They still rub a tiny bit on the bottom of the rear front fenders. At this point I’m thinking of doing a fender trim. But I also think it might be the spacers I’m running right now (around 1.25 inch) Should I try running the wheels without the spacers to see if it makes a difference? Or just go for the trim?

[@GenXPatriots]

Disagree on the lift. If the wheels never articulate than sure but it really doesn’t matter. If full bottom out is the same (lift doesn’t change that) than a lift doesn’t make a difference.

[@mtnyotas]

Shocks with more travel don't give you more travel? hmmm.

[@GenXPatriots]

@@mtnyotas maybe more droop but you are still limited by UCA angles. It can still bottom out where it did before so therefore a lift doesn’t help fit larger tires.

[@stlswagger]

I had 33's on multiple 80's Isuzu Troopers. Don't buy into looks. 33's will get you anywhere a 35 would

[@dixonbuttes6564]

I see you guys are speaking to your market, but let’s do a little reality check … the total 0.9” in diameter you gain over the largest stock size (31.7’s) makes zero sense from a performance standpoint. The switch to 33’s (ahem, 32.6’s) adds 0.9” to the tire size and you have to body mount chop, trim plastics in the wheel well, you might even have to do some pinch weld mod, your crawl ratio gets even worse than it is at stock, and larger tires harm your gas mileage and therefore range, and you put more strain on the Tacoma’s already weak ball joints. The only argument you can make for increasing the tire size to 33’s is appearance - because that 0.45” of diff height off the ground isn’t even remotely worth the cost and effort to fit 33’s … so why don’t we all just stop lying to ourselves? Let’s start admitting that Tacoma owners want the appearance bigger tires lend, but have zero understanding and interest in the real performance aspects off-road. 🤷‍♂️ Then, we can have a more honest conversation that isn’t based on false pretenses. 🔨

[@mtnyotas]

Are you ok bro?

[@dixonbuttes6564]

@@mtnyotas Yeah, I’m great. Except I made a lil math mistake - turns out all that work for 33’s is for more like 0.45” in diff height gain. Are you ok bro?

[@mattyouell]

😂😂😂

[@merritts3515]

Honestly after reading this. This truck clearly isn't great for anyone who wants to do really tough trails.

[@chrisking6695]

You don’t have to do any chopping or trimming at all. I have 33s and no mods required. You just need the right rim side and offset and a 3” lift. Done deal. And 0.9” is a lot of difference visually. It’s basically 0.1 away from a whole inch. And that also gives you more cushion when off roading. You can do a rear gear as well. Not a big deal. You sound like someone who would love 33s but is too fucking inept to do some basic work to the truck such as a proper suspension mod with a diff drop and regear.

[@ktm250xcw]

It just makes the truck look more aesthetic. Stock tire ruins the natural look. Only done for mpg #s

[@bonnivilleblackcherry9745]

How in the fuck does a puck compress your spring. LMFAO.

[@mtnyotas]

A "puck" doesn't directly compress your spring, but preload collar lifts and many types of spacers reduce down travel. Either way, spacers are whack.