How To Install Wheel Spacers - Toyota Tacoma Example- 2019.43

[@Eastsidegeorgiaboy]

For every car that I have put spacers on, which is 4, they all called for red loctite on the oem studs, and blue loctite on the actual adapter/spacer studs. The red loctite keeps the spacer/adapter nuts from backing out. The blue loctite keeps the wheel lugs securely on. The blue is easy to take off. You need heat to take off the red loctite.

[@FreedomCrawler]

Using loctite is definitely key.

[@Eastsidegeorgiaboy]

I should clarify that the blue loctite on the spacer studs really is optional, but it's good for peace of mind.

[@machigane7902]

Nice video. I like how you take the time to respond to every single comment. Excellent and extremely rare these days. I bought a used '14 with 1.5" spacers and need to replace the front pads and rotors. I'm gonna use blue loctite since I have a large bottle of it. Thanks for the tip on the extended thread lug nuts. I'll see if I can pick them up locally today otherwise I'll order a set.

[@FreedomCrawler]

You’re welcome and I hope it helps. Blue will do you just perfect and definitely go with the ET lug nuts. When you use them you’ll see why right away

[@FreedomCrawler]

Sometimes discount tire or a good tire/wheel shop will have them in stock

[@machigane7902]

Thanks. No luck locally so I'll order on Amazon. That said let's see if the original person who installed the spacers did right. I might get lucky and just return them to Amazon. Thanks again.

[@FreedomCrawler]

Good cal, I’m really curious of they did as well. Please keep me posted as I’d like to know

[@machigane7902]

@@FreedomCrawler The spacers are 1.25" and made SpyderTrax (which I believe is a reputable brand). MSRP is $109 on their site. The nuts that came with them are very, very short. The set I ordered on Amazon does not fit into these spacers at all - the hole in the spacers is too small and the cone shaped part of the nuts are way too long compared to what was originally installed. This causes the nut to sit proud of the the face of the spacers which renders them unusable since the wheel won't sit flush with the spacer. I had to return the Amazon nuts unfortunately.

[@julianrivera20]

Where do I get those extended thread lugs Amazon is full of options but too long I think

[@GrandCanyonRVResort]

Nice difference. These stock trucks look like they’re going to tip over!

[@FreedomCrawler]

Agreed completely.

[@Roboticdoughbull3k]

Getting ready to do either 1.25" or 1.5" spacers on my 3rd gen, very much appreciated information. I never thought or knew about the extended lug nuts somehow. I found hub centric sets on eBay for about 60 to 80 bucks a set(4) depending on size and look like what you have. Think I'm going to go for it. Looks good 👍

[@FreedomCrawler]

Nice, I try and stay above $80 for my spacers. I’m sure they are all the same but it makes me a little nervous buying super cheap spacers lol

[@baltazarbermudez4232]

If I buy the 1.25 spacers what size extended lug nuts should I get? I seen different sizes of lugs

[@ohios27]

Second time owning these wheels? Lol I like them!

[@FreedomCrawler]

Lol I really do like these wheels. They look good and are easy to replace

[@GrecoLoscar]

Nice Tip abaut the Extended Lug Nuts Thanks ...

[@FreedomCrawler]

You’re welcome. They are a necessity

[@ronyvilleda9292]

@@FreedomCrawler where you bought the screws or nuts you can put the link to order mine

[@jessereyna776]

thanks for the Video I hadn't seen those type of lug nuts. what I would like to add to the video for others is, U can actually buy studs from a lexus is 300 that are the same thickness and thread u need for a toyota tacoma except they are a bit longer so u can get even more thread for an even safer ride. For even more piece of mind I would buy the ARP brand which probably makes the highest tinsel strength bolts Ive heard of. in my opinion with all these things one can actually hit bumps and go off road without any problems and more piece of mind

[@FreedomCrawler]

That would definitely work. A bit more work though. Haven’t had a problem with any rig off-roading everywhere from Moab to local trails with this setup though. Used on multiple rigs

[@RICKY-LSX]

I got a massive question so turns out I bought some wheel spacer that were 6 lug i bought them for my 03 Yukon but turns out there for Toyota 6 lug and then a couple months later i bought some 6 lug rims and turns out there for Toyota as well 😂😂 i know I'm an idiot but it i put the adapter to my Yukon and sit the rim on the adapter everything should be fine to my calculations right or no please help lol

[@FreedomCrawler]

Should be fine. Do the Toyota wheels bolt right up to the Yukon? If so do you need the spacer or want it for looks? Either way so long as all the bolt patterns are the same then it downs matter if it’s Toyota or GMC. You just need the bolts patterns to be the same and if they are hub centric wheels to make sure you still have hub centric spacers that fit. The issues come when you have incorrect bolt patterns, play/movement anywhere, incorrect installation, and hub centric or not.

[@RICKY-LSX]

@@FreedomCrawler the rims bolt right up to my Yukon but there hub centric rims and the 2 inch spacer I have bolt right up to but there hub centric as well I was thinking maybe when I install the spacers they will sit flush on the original adapter the hub centric rim can can sit on the adapter since the adapter are for hub centric rims and have that little metal adapter where the rim would sit in the adapter

[@FreedomCrawler]

Sounds correct then. Just torque it all up right and I always add some thread lock bolting on the spacers. Good luck!

[@RICKY-LSX]

@@FreedomCrawler Thanks a lot man appreciate it 👍🏽

[@williamsasdrubalcastillomi2691]

just bought my taco 2020 I haven't lifted or anything. If a install those wheels spacers would be fine with the original tire?

[@FreedomCrawler]

Yep. It will be totally fine and give you a better stance

[@williamsasdrubalcastillomi2691]

@@FreedomCrawler thanks man 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽

[@anthony08330]

I bought the 1.25mm spacers i bought the lugnuts the extended 1.5mm on your link but i ended up having a longer lugnuts for the spacer would 1.25mm lug nuts to match my 1.25 spacer?

[@FreedomCrawler]

Sounds like that’s what you would need for the smaller spacer that you have.

[@cornmac1796]

Can you also get longer studs to go along with those deeper lug nuts to use all the thread?

[@FreedomCrawler]

You can but that’s a whole different project in regards to swapping them out

[@jessereyna776]

Try ARP 1007715 wheel stud kit for lexus theyll fit tacomas but are longer then stocks so u can get more thread they also have a higher tinsel strength so they can take more abuse

[@cornmac1796]

Jesse Reyna thanks for the part number

[@faithfulchosen9475]

I see a kit made for Toyota and Tacoma for $25 of 24 acorn Lugnuts open and extended. Does that sound right?

[@FreedomCrawler]

It sounds right. You want the extended lug nuts for up front.

[@electriccuts]

Do you tow with your wheel spacers on???

[@FreedomCrawler]

Thanks for the reply. Yes I’ve towed with wheel spacers on. I’ve had them on about 7 vehicles, most recently my Gladiator before I swapped wheels and towed my boat 6 hours.

[@PHILLIPS8822]

One question I have is with the red thread locker. When it's time to change pads and rotors will the bolts come loose when time to remove the old rotors

[@FreedomCrawler]

I haven’t had any issues with it. Never hurts to give it a little torch first if you’re worried about it but a quick hit with the impact and they usually come right off.

[@Eastsidegeorgiaboy]

You're supposed to use heat on red loctite to get it loose safely.

[@kanevivalakane3699]

Hi. I am going to install IMS suspension with 2" lift and 30mm spacers. My tire size is 265/65/R17 I hope this is sufficient to prevent any rollovers...

[@FreedomCrawler]

What do you mean by to prevent rollovers?

[@kaldingg4518]

the video help me i had to cancel putting spacer because i thought it wasnt gripping

[@FreedomCrawler]

Really glad it helped out

[@marctripp4827]

Did the shank of the lug nut stick out the back of the spacer seen videos where those extended past the spacer

[@FreedomCrawler]

That usually happens on a smaller spacer, like the 1” or shorter. Then you have to trim the lug nut to make those work

[@marctripp4827]

@@FreedomCrawler I jus ordered the 1.5 spacers with those same lug nuts u have

[@marctripp4827]

@@FreedomCrawler how long did u run those spacer and did it cause any problems in the long haul

[@yup95yearsago20]

Thanks for the video.. I'm looking to get some wheel spacers on my 05 Tacoma extended cab 4 cyl. I have heard people that are a bit iffy about spacers but seems like they hold up pretty well.. my question is which would you recommend? Also any info on lift kits? I'm looking just for about 2 inch lift.

[@FreedomCrawler]

Spacers are fine if you get a good brand and install them correctly. Those are the two biggest issues. I’ve ran everything from rough country, spidertrax, g2, supreme and cheap amazon ones. All very similar with different names on them. If you’re spending $80-$100 + then you should be good. If you’re spending $20-50 I’d reconsider. Not saying they won’t work but you never know

[@FreedomCrawler]

Bilsteins a great place to start in regards to lift. From there it all depends on how much you want to spend and you’re use

[@benkorman8045]

I have 2" spacers by Supreme that Imma put on my 2003 Tacoma. There are two lengths of the shank (the sleeve inside the taper). 6mm and 7mm. Will either work?

[@FreedomCrawler]

I’m not sure I’m understanding however, the biggest thing you want to make sure is that the lug nuts thread down far enough and that you have everything seated and torqued correctly. No gaps anywhere

[@jcpoiuy]

Maybe this is a dumb question, but it this mainly for looks/cosmetic appearance?

[@FreedomCrawler]

Depends. Some people use it for appearance but others, like myself use them to run bigger tires. I don’t run bigger tires for appearance. It also gives you a slightly wider offset for the trails. So it really depends on your use. Most off-roaders are using them to run bigger tires and gain the offset

[@jcpoiuy]

Freedom Crawler Thanks!

[@CelsoBencomo-wu5ge]

Where did you order the extended lugs @

[@FreedomCrawler]

I usually get off Amazon. Just search the thread pitch and put ET in your search and it should pull extended thread options

[@garryburrell954]

It is going to be hell to take that spacer off to change the rotors with the red lock tite.

[@FreedomCrawler]

Never had an issue with it before using an impact driver.

[@thomaslehmann5981]

Dont you have to do a wheel alignment after installing the spacers?

[@FreedomCrawler]

I guess you could but I’ve never had one done. I’m sure if you were dialing in a track setup or something where it could adjust your settings on a car but otherwise it shouldn’t, especially on a straight axle

[@thomaslehmann5981]

@FreedomCrawler we will see if you roast your tires let us know. Straight axle? Yes in the rear. Front is IFS.

[@FreedomCrawler]

@@thomaslehmann5981 roast my tires? I have ran spacers since 2013. Have not roasted any tires due to spacers. But again, could never hurt to get another alignment. In fact I always get the lifetime alignments and drop my vehicles off after every Offroad run just in case I’ve knocked it off. I was referencing using them on an SFA or IFS. Have ran on both as well.

[@thomaslehmann5981]

@FreedomCrawler gotcha. Sounds good. I have a 2016 Canyon lifted 2" and running 32s. Looks great from the side but needs a wider stance I'm going 1.5" spacers which will be flush with the OEM fender flares. Good video thanks 👍

[@vegaf2011]

Thank you so much for the informal video it was very helpful. My only question is by any chance do you have any recommendations for a 2015 Toyota Corolla LE Eco? Please I would really appreciate it

[@FreedomCrawler]

Glad it helped! Happy new year!

[@jpallen719]

Do you need spacers for the back wheels, not for clearance but for even ‘Look’ of rig?

[@FreedomCrawler]

Yes. All four.

[@Eastsidegeorgiaboy]

It would look stupid otherwise

[@jonnyhalo1041]

I just installed some on my 4Runner 2 days ago my question is do you still have them and how often do you re torque them

[@FreedomCrawler]

I honestly have never had to retorque any of my vehicles with them. They’ve always been good when I checked them

[@EddieTee321]

Any rubbing after adding the spacers?

[@FreedomCrawler]

Only at full lock in reverse due to my entire setup. Never noticed it really though

[@nocogarden]

The wheels look great on your Tacoma. I just finished putting on the RSC sliders yesterday. I'm super happy with them. I have a bumper and winch coming in the mail soon.

[@FreedomCrawler]

That’s awesome. You’re a few steps ahead of me, I can’t wait to catch up! Sliders for sure are gold. Nice choice. What bumper?

[@nocogarden]

@@FreedomCrawler The Warn bumper. It was coated already and ready to ship on Amazon prime. Can't beat that. Everything else would have been a long wait.

[@FreedomCrawler]

Nice! That’s the one I’m getting as well. It’s the same one I put on our 4Runner and did an install video for. Great bumper

[@ismaelgonzalez5478]

I tried the link for the spacers but only found 1.25 inch but not 1.5 like you mentioned in the video. Maybe out of stock ??? 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@FreedomCrawler]

It’s possible. The 1.25 is a great option as well.

[@jessiehernandez3320]

Will the lugs that come with the spacer work of u dont have the deep lugs

[@FreedomCrawler]

Yes, I’ve used the lugs it came with on most vehicles. It’s just the Toyotas that I’ve done the extra thread lugs with

[@jessiehernandez3320]

Well i ended ordering them once i seen what u were going through as well as what i seen when i just installed mine dont trust the lugs to much that came with them

[@watchmanexpert]

Hi excellent video! Two questions where I can buy the nuts lug extension ? And the adapter are safe ? Can destroy the bearings ? Thanks... one more think if my lugs are no sure need change the nuts anyway ?

[@FreedomCrawler]

Lug nuts you can find on amazon, at discount tire, eBay or online from gorilla lug nuts, etc. Adapters are as safe as the installer. I know a lot of people who race, rock crawl and daily drive with them with zero issues. I have never (knock on wood) had any issues with adapters. Absolutely recommend being more safe than sorry with lug nuts

[@rheybusque9752]

Hi there, does the tire rub on your mud flop after you installed the spacers? Thank you

[@FreedomCrawler]

Only at full lock in reverse just slightly

[@rheybusque9752]

@@FreedomCrawler thanks 😊

[@JeromeCasper]

So bro is these spacers just for show or they for getting clearance from the interior ball joints etc?

[@onelik]

I just bought some bora 1.25” spacers for my Tacoma because my right wheel is rubbing on the inner frame when fully locked right, not the cab but the inner frame 🤦🏽‍♂️

[@FreedomCrawler]

I use them to run a wider tire on stock wheels. Plus I prefer the wider offset. For example if you want to run 35’s or 37’s on stock Jeep wheels you have to space them out to get the clearance. Similar with running them on Tacoma’s, 4Runners, fj80’s etc

[@kevinjenkins7454]

Great video. I have a 2003 tacoma TRD off road with 3 inch lift. I just received my 2 inch wheel spacers and I’m wondering, where can I order the extended thread lug nuts ? Checked my local NAPA with no luck. Thanks !

[@FreedomCrawler]

Thanks for watching. I usually get them off amazon but have got lucky before and found a discount tire that had them. Amazon or online is usually the best route though.

[@judeserranilla5345]

No issue till now?

[@FreedomCrawler]

I’ve never had issues with wheel spacers after having them and wheeling them hard on about 8 different vehicles

[@EddieTee321]

Nice video. Thanks for all the information

[@FreedomCrawler]

Thanks for watching

[@da324]

Does the tapered tip on those 12 x 1 1/2 nuts go through the middle of the spacers to get more bite? Thanks!

[@FreedomCrawler]

Yes correct. The ET lug nuts go almost all the way through to get more bite

[@da324]

@@FreedomCrawler Thanks!

[@darkrunr9793]

How are they holding up so far ??

[@FreedomCrawler]

Great. I’ve ran them on all of my Offroad rigs for the past ten years

[@jhonnyestuardo54]

Can you tell me why you instal only at the front tires and not on the rear tires ?

[@FreedomCrawler]

I installed them on all four wheels. You could do only front or only rear depending on the vehicle though. For example square body chevies have different factory offsets front and rear

[@jhonnyestuardo54]

👍🏽 I got it man thanks

[@onelik]

I bought bora 1.25” spacers for my Tacoma but can’t find the 12mmx1.25” extended lug nuts. Can I use the 1.50 ext lug nuts or do they have to be specific to the size spacer?

[@FreedomCrawler]

No you need the exact pitch and thread count. If you need help finding them reach out to me on Instagram and I can help. Amazon and eBay have them

[@danbs1387]

Hi. Are these spacers 1,5? Which brand? Any rubbing issues? Thanks

[@FreedomCrawler]

Very minor rubbing on the front inside corners. These are Supreme 1.5” spacers I believe? For sure 1.5”. I prefer a slightly wider offset but try and stay under 2”

[@streetclasscc5189]

My question is i have a silverado 1500 6" lift i want to put front and rear spacers if installed properly are they safe to tow? I have a 5000lbs camping trailer that i tow alot. Are they safe even in the front??

[@FreedomCrawler]

I towed our 5k trailer to Colorado from Texas and then from Colorado to South Dakota. Plus other towing in multiple vehicles. Never had a problem but I also don’t buy the cheapest spacers I can find

[@erichimmelreich9372]

The link for the extended lugs say they don't fit factory wheels. Aren't yours factory?

[@FreedomCrawler]

Yes they are factory

[@FreedomCrawler]

The extended lug nuts go on the spacer, not the wheel

[@abibodlogistics]

I think it will be helpful to put the name of the manufacturer of the spacers.

[@SC-qg3ny]

Does the Tacoma have a lift

[@FreedomCrawler]

I’m running a 2/3 lift

[@franciscolozavet]

What brand it's that stended nuts

[@FreedomCrawler]

I just got them off amazon. Gorilla lug nuts I believe

[@verduzcoautodetailing3183]

Which lug nuts and 2 inch spacers would u recommend on a 2017 tundra?

[@FreedomCrawler]

Honestly I’ve used just about every brand from cheapest to expensive and they are all very similar. I know there’s metal strength differences that I can’t see though. I would recommend supreme or if you wanted to spend more go with rough country, g2 or spider trax. You can of course find other brands on amazon just don’t buy the cheapest ones. If it’s under $50 for 4 I’d question it. Around $100 -$200 for four is normal. Lug nuts are completely up to you, most are perfectly fine

[@ahmadxatti]

Is 2inchs spacers safe for fj and I do off-roading too

[@FreedomCrawler]

They are as safe as the brand you choose and how they are installed. I’ve ran 2” on an Xj that I off-roaded but generally stick to 1.5”. Every Offroad vehicle I’ve had in the last 5 years has had them

[@ahmadxatti]

@@FreedomCrawler my brother gave it to me....its brand new hub centric and bought from ebay.. and is there is a way to cut 2 inch spacer to 1.5 inch?

[@FreedomCrawler]

No. Definitely do not modify a wheel spacer, you can buy new ones if needed but don’t mess with an original one. You should be fine with them, they make bigger ones and 2” vs 1.5” will be ok. Just install them correctly and check for any defects.

[@JDuran_27]

If I put it on an 06 Tacoma can I fit a size 15 wheel

[@FreedomCrawler]

Just depends if the wheel will fit over the brake calipers

[@soldier607]

What model spacer were you installing on this particular ride? I have been really looking towards getting the bora 1.25 model for my tacoma. Also, could I have a link for the extended lug nuts for a 2017 Toyota Tacoma SR?

[@FreedomCrawler]

If you reach out to me on Instagram messenger I can shoot you a good link on amazon for the lug nuts. You want an ET (extended thread) lug nut. In regards to brands of spacers, I’ve used supreme, g2, spidertrax, rough country etc. so long as you’re paying around $100 or more for a set of four you should be in good hands. If you’re paying like $20-$50 for 4 I’d question it. I’ve tested the cheapest ones i could find out as well and never had an issue but for what they do I’m happy with a $100 set

[@Ontodaysbuild]

You can also buy the extended ones from stealth wheels ! There great!

[@drumtum81]

KSP spacers?

[@FreedomCrawler]

Not entirely sure, I think supreme but most are all the same, just rebranded

[@killabandit]

What brand wheel adapters? Can you give the links to those and the lugs?

[@FreedomCrawler]

Yes, I’ll add them both

[@killabandit]

@@FreedomCrawler Thanks, haven't seen it show up yet in the description, but I'll check later. Hope you both are doing well in Colorado. :)

[@FreedomCrawler]

I’m trying to figure out how to get the link on my phone. My computer is still in a box. I’ll get it for you shortly though

[@qmmt9786]

Have you ever had a failure, or any premature wear and tear on the truck using spacers? Also as you can probably tell, I've been catching up on your channel the last few days. :-D

[@FreedomCrawler]

No, no issues at all from the spacers. My biggest thing is to install them correctly and I try and stay 2” or under.

[@FreedomCrawler]

I appreciate it too lol there’s quite a few videos since then

[@qmmt9786]

@@FreedomCrawler Cool, thanks for the info. I need either new rims or spacers to fit 33's on my Tundra.

[@jeffrypresutti3139]

Great job.

[@FreedomCrawler]

Thank you

[@niner7.629]

Where can I get the extended nuts for a 99 f150

[@FreedomCrawler]

I usually get mine off Amazon. Just look for ET lug nuts in the thread pitch you need

[@niner7.629]

@@FreedomCrawler man I’m looking and not having any luck at all. 99f150 has 12x1.75 studs

[@faithfulchosen9475]

plz let me know asap thank u sir

[@FreedomCrawler]

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[@ivanl1154]

You had to buy extended lug nuts separately? Why bother buying from that manufacturer?

[@FreedomCrawler]

Because I haven’t seen any brand that offers them with extended lug nuts.

[@ivanl1154]

I bought from Supreme suspension and I had a mechanic look over my spacers and told me how dangerous they were as they only caught 5 threads or about a quarter of an inch. He suggested the spacers work if I got extended nuts. I am currently trying to get a partial refund from Supreme or I'm threatening against bad reviews everywhere

[@FreedomCrawler]

That’s kind of silly. For the Toyota application it requires extended lug nuts up front and I believe most of their literature says that. It’s only a few models that require it and I usually use et lug nuts anyways as it give a lot more bite. This is why I explain that in the how tos.

[@AatAdam]

Should have got first gen Toyota Tundra or Sequoia lug studs.

[@FreedomCrawler]

So much easier to get the extended thread lug nuts than to replace studs.

[@ZacTexC]

Lift it 4” and put 34’s on

[@FreedomCrawler]

Going to stick with 33’s since I’m towing and drive so much.

[@richie21785]

@@FreedomCrawler you tow with your wheel spacer, have you had prob towing with it?

[@nrgpoly2211]

Stock wheels look better!

[@FreedomCrawler]

If they were 17’s I may have kept them but I don’t like 16’s

[@gunneroffroad9850]

I was deer hunting. Nooooooo. But I got 1

[@FreedomCrawler]

Nice! Meat in the freezer is better anyways lol

[@Hazardbone]

How to install wheel spacers: Take wheel spacers out of box and throw them in the trash then go out and buy proper offset rims🤷‍♂️

[@FreedomCrawler]

Sure if you want offset rims but if you want to run stock wheels this is the best option. If you run stock wheels then this works great.

[@codyb6106]

First

[@FreedomCrawler]

Nicely done!