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  • čas přidán 14. 08. 2024
  • I recently installed a set of 285/70/R17 Goodyear Wrangler Duractracs on my 3rd Gen Tacoma. Here's how they've impacted fuel economy, ride quality, power and offroad capability.
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Komentáře • 275

  • @batbawls
    @batbawls Před 2 lety +9

    I think a lot of people get too obsessed over the 285 / "33s" number. 285 vs 265 are just 20mm difference in width, 0.787". With a 275 it's even more difficult to see the difference unless you're sitting beside a truck with 285s and you're looking down the length of the truck. In any case, your wheel style with the Duratrac tread looked good man!

  • @JohnDoe-td2wz
    @JohnDoe-td2wz Před 4 lety +10

    If you disabled the traction control and manual shift starting in 2nd gear when your 4 wheeling in sand. You’ll be able to get more power from your engine without it restricting you. Hold down the traction control button for 8 seconds to disable.

  • @tacoma_jon
    @tacoma_jon Před 4 lety +10

    I have a 2019 off-road and I just switched to method wheels and put 275/70/17 Wild peaks on and love them. They are C rated ...

    • @OfficialAing
      @OfficialAing Před 3 lety

      Any rub? Also did you lift?

    • @philippluklas
      @philippluklas Před 4 dny

      I’d be curious too! Negatives as pronounced as described in this video?

  • @macdaddyblues1
    @macdaddyblues1 Před 3 lety +26

    Your living in a $1m house.... whats a couple miles per gallon?

    • @user-wp4ep8vo1x
      @user-wp4ep8vo1x Před rokem

      Spoken like a hater

    • @Slking507
      @Slking507 Před rokem +1

      It also gets worse fuel economy than a 6.0l diesel excursion. Far worse.

    • @ur_asian_milfoil
      @ur_asian_milfoil Před 6 měsíci +1

      These Tacotubers ruining thier 50k truck for views lol 😆 don't fall for the hype people these Tacotubers are not gonna last 300k miles lol

  • @samuelrowland76
    @samuelrowland76 Před 4 lety +7

    I run 285/70/r17 nitto grapplers with a 17x9 method double standard on a 2019 Toyota Tacoma with blistein 2 inch lift kit with Dakar rear leaf springs and Total Chaos Upper control arms, and with all the suspension work done to it, the truck rides better than when it did stock to me. I personally feel when I change the UCAs, it made a huge difference.

    • @rx8dude907
      @rx8dude907 Před 4 lety

      You see Mike c you need chaos UCA's

    • @skrimpdaddy
      @skrimpdaddy Před 3 lety

      will you please give me the bilstein 2" lift details I am all over the place with how to lift to fit fuel vapor 18x9 -12 with ridge grappler 285/65/18 your help will be appreciated!

    • @samuelrowland76
      @samuelrowland76 Před 3 lety

      skrimpdaddy it’s a kit by headstrong off-road. www.headstrongoffroad.com/store/p402/Coil%2FBilstein_5100_Kit_w%2F_Dakars_%28HS16BK-1-Dakar%29.html

    • @ceeIoc
      @ceeIoc Před rokem

      I thought you don’t need upgrades uca with a 2 inch lift. How exactly did it improve your ride?

  • @ernieballsting
    @ernieballsting Před 4 lety +33

    Would love to see you regear that beast Mike. Nitro gears are supposed to get fuel economy up as well as boost performance

    • @ricknieto4264
      @ricknieto4264 Před 4 lety +4

      Nitro gears worked on my Tacoma. Can't say enough about them. They're awesome.

    • @Lexusgx550
      @Lexusgx550 Před 4 lety

      Rick Nieto what year ? Tacoma.

    • @ricknieto4264
      @ricknieto4264 Před 4 lety +1

      @@Lexusgx550 2019 TRD OffRoad. Doing the suspension and tires tomorrow

    • @epicone2449
      @epicone2449 Před 3 lety

      @@ricknieto4264 what gears you do and what mpg

    • @ricknieto4264
      @ricknieto4264 Před 3 lety

      @@epicone2449 5.29s and depending I get between 18 and 21 mpgs.

  • @MartyMotoring
    @MartyMotoring Před 2 lety +1

    Sweet. I'm 2 years late but just lifted my 2021 TRD Off Road and looking to upgrade from the 265s that came with it.

  • @hockey.phil13
    @hockey.phil13 Před rokem +2

    I appreciate the honesty sir =) You helped me stick with my first choice which is 275/70R17

    • @jacobnguyen7099
      @jacobnguyen7099 Před rokem

      Are you on a leveling kit, and did you have to trim anything?

    • @hockey.phil13
      @hockey.phil13 Před rokem

      @@jacobnguyen7099 I have a 2023 trd pro. the stock lift doesn't rub

  • @TheKurtTribute
    @TheKurtTribute Před 4 lety +2

    Have 285/70/17’s on my truck, three inch lift, 1.5” spacers all the way around, stock gearing. Have had the tires on for about 30-35k miles, about to upgrade and install some 285/75/17’s, nearly a 34” tire. So far the truck has never let me down, over 120k miles put on since I bought it new, haven’t even changed the battery yet.

    • @bryceboland2908
      @bryceboland2908 Před 3 lety

      Does it scrub any with the spacers?

    • @TheKurtTribute
      @TheKurtTribute Před 3 lety

      @@bryceboland2908 Nope. Not problems at all. I wouldn’t have installed the spacers if I didn’t have to but I have stock control arms and a 285 or wider tire will rub on the upper ball joint mount. I think you could likely trim the upper control arm enough to get it to work and it would still be plenty strong. In my opinion though, trucks look a little strange with a lift without either adding spacers or offset rims. I installed the lift first with the stock 265’s and it looked very odd.

    • @nicagutierrez4441
      @nicagutierrez4441 Před 2 lety

      @@TheKurtTribute
      I'm doing that same set up this week to my 2019 tacoma
      3 - 1 lift
      285-70-17 Mt tires on stock wheels
      Was a lil unsure of what size wheel spacers to go with. Do you have any pics of your truck ? Thanks in advance

  • @hikesbikesbrews
    @hikesbikesbrews Před 4 lety +5

    MPG is not difficult to calculate. Use the difference of stock v 285s and as a % multiple that to the mileage read out and add those two together...then divide by gallons put into the truck. It isn't as simple as adding 1 mpg

  • @antjoshwww
    @antjoshwww Před měsícem

    been there done that main thing is sluggishness and fuel economy now using 255//75/17 and I'm 😊 happy work great on the road and better off road

  • @WorkinonmyB-again
    @WorkinonmyB-again Před 4 lety +4

    For transmission, try driving in sport mode (don’t manually shift). It seems to hold gears a little longer and it won’t automatically go above 4th gear. Which is much better for around town driving. I find on the highway it drives better in 5th gear. You can set the cruise control and it won’t hunt as bad as it does in 6th gear. I believe that’s cause 6th gear is double overdrive and really too high for the power of this truck.
    If you’re on i80 in the middle of the country 6th gear might work.😎

  • @kevinlew7781
    @kevinlew7781 Před 4 lety +7

    Thank you for sharing Mike... I like your presentation and you do a great job explaining and providing essential detail. I too am debating the tire size pros and cons for my Tacoma, and your video has provided me some good information to make an educated decision.
    Thanks!

    • @deanoey1185
      @deanoey1185 Před 4 lety

      Kevin Lew it depends on what you are using the truck. I’ve seen serious off roadies use 265/75/R16. It’s a taller tire and narrower, but it easily gets through sand and other terrain. That tire size also puts a lot of rubber on the surface when you deflate. Plus you keep your power and have good gas mileage.

    • @MrLorenzoVids
      @MrLorenzoVids Před 2 lety

      @@deanoey1185 Reason why Tacoma TRD Pro wen this route. 265 is more than capable in most off-road cases combined with the tacoma's off-road tech.

  • @martingomez4884
    @martingomez4884 Před 4 lety +16

    The drop in mpg is well worth having a nice looking truck. I myself am debating on upgrading to the 285’s, but I’ll probably be going with the wild peaks

    • @lgmisfit10
      @lgmisfit10 Před 4 lety +5

      Martin Gomez They are worth it! I have the wild peaks as well, I’ve had them for over a year and wouldn’t change them!

    • @ProfoundNoise
      @ProfoundNoise Před 4 lety +3

      Love the wild peaks, they clear out so well going through the mud, and grip like crazy off-road.

    • @frankieg8908
      @frankieg8908 Před 4 lety +2

      I love my wild peaks wouldn't go any other way

    • @ItsBaggs
      @ItsBaggs Před 4 lety +2

      I love my wildpeaks as well..you can check them out on my ig @got_taco

    • @prometheusred6919
      @prometheusred6919 Před 4 lety +1

      I have Wild Peaks and love them!

  • @dvskane1808
    @dvskane1808 Před 2 lety +3

    I’m running 265 70 17, 17x8.5 0 offset. on stock suspension, nitto ridge grapplers. waiting on coil overs for a 2 inch front lift, then a 1 inch rear block, it’ll keep a 1 inch rake if all math is right. That being said I can go anywhere and never scrub on what I got. Perfect for someone who doesn’t want a lift but wants aggressive tires. Did take off the mudguards, cause they are ugly 😂.

  • @joe2479
    @joe2479 Před 3 lety +4

    Thanks for the honest review. One suggestion. Power output has not changed. Rather, more power is devoted to turning the heavier wheels thus reducing the torque applied to the road which moves the ruck.

  • @Bob-Campbell
    @Bob-Campbell Před 4 lety +1

    285s are heavier but you could also go with a C load or even a P rated tire. The rolling resistance would be significantly less. A small truck like the taco, I drive a 4Runner, there is no need for an E rated tire unless you’re towing or carrying a full overland kit. For the record I went to a stock sized Falken Wildpeak, love the look but kept the same MPG and improved ride quality.

  • @Repta710
    @Repta710 Před rokem

    i have a 2023 trd off road with 17x9 0offset racline boost wheels with a 285/70/17 bfg k02 with no upgraded suspension doesn't rub on anything but the mudflaps so i took those off. i definitely saw a decrease in mpg exactly like you said

  • @rx8dude907
    @rx8dude907 Před 4 lety +2

    Regear and get UCA's are a must for caster correction.

  • @DougVandegrift
    @DougVandegrift Před rokem

    My tacoma SR came with 245 tires and I have since upgraded to the 265. For me it's an improvement but 285 I would be worried about rubbing, mpg, handling, odometer/speed mis calculation. Maybe I'm just a worry wart.

  • @jasonn3072
    @jasonn3072 Před 2 lety

    I have the manual shift. I do not have to down shift barely at all with my 285's the manual shift has different diff gears. I love it. It's like night and day compared to the automatic.

  • @LTZ_Z71
    @LTZ_Z71 Před rokem +2

    I'm actually considering 275/65r18 tires on an 8.5" wheel with 0 offset. 2" from coilover lift and 1" rear block. I know the setup will fit just fine and it is a touch smaller than your setup. I believe the dimensional difference between the two is about 1/2' shorter and about 1/2" narrower. The biggest difference is the weight. The total works out to about 18lbs per wheel/tire combo lighter which should help with mpg. What are your thoughts?

    • @kevinyoung947
      @kevinyoung947 Před 11 měsíci

      I had a tacoma but i have a v6 silverado now and was thinking to do the same as your set up I dont want to lose too much power to those tires or mpg

  • @scorned230
    @scorned230 Před 4 lety +2

    Rated at 23 MPG? In what universe? Stock I have never gotten above 20 mpg- unloaded, downhill with a tail wind. I am still going for the 285/70 /15 combo with 4runner TRD wheels though. Nice setup you got.

  • @sdichampion
    @sdichampion Před 3 lety +2

    Very helpful. Answered all of my questions. Can't get over the looks, superficial as it may be, I'll likely still do it 😁👍

  • @gtnoslp
    @gtnoslp Před 4 lety +3

    Looks good! I'm running Cooper 305 70r 16's on my Tacoma, no real complaints except for some tire noise but do receive compliments!

    • @jonathanwilliams1342
      @jonathanwilliams1342 Před 3 lety

      Do you mind me asking how you run those tires? Would have to be CMC, what suspension are you running? And negative offset wheel? Thanks for any info you can provide

    • @gtnoslp
      @gtnoslp Před 3 lety

      @@jonathanwilliams1342 who are you asking?

    • @jonathanwilliams1342
      @jonathanwilliams1342 Před 3 lety

      I am asking you Dan. I am sorry wondering how you’re running such a wide tire? I am wanting 295’s. But 305’a would be sick.

    • @gtnoslp
      @gtnoslp Před 3 lety +1

      @@jonathanwilliams1342 Hi, there has been no cab mount modifications. I do have a stage 3 Icon 3"+ suspension lift. Its got MB rims, I'm not sure about the rim offset but if needed I could pull a wheel for a good measurment. You can tell by the pics the tires look/fit good with the flares. Ive got a lot of miles on the tires and the next set, BF Goodrich KO2's will be the same size (305-70R-16) that im running now. Lots of owners run 17 or larger rims (bigger radius) which when turning might be a problem for clearance. Mine on occasion when backing up lock to lock has rubbed a bit on the driver side but never going forward ?!? I think the coil over has to be jacked up a bit more. It is very slight because there are no rub marks, and it doesn't always do it. Might have to do with whatI had for lunch! Any more questions, ask

    • @jonathanwilliams1342
      @jonathanwilliams1342 Před 3 lety +1

      @@gtnoslp no I was just curious. Looking to figure out what setup I’m going for and what all would need to be done to fit the tires. I appreciate your response. Thanks man.

  • @Dr10Jeeps
    @Dr10Jeeps Před 4 lety +7

    Good, honest review. Thanks.

  • @dboyfresh
    @dboyfresh Před 4 lety +2

    265 70 r17 is the perfect size tire to me. Lifted the front of mine to match the back with adjustable coilovers. Simple nothing too crazy but looks so clean! Tacomas are too small for too big of a tire, can start to look goody to me.

    • @Angelgrodm
      @Angelgrodm Před 4 lety

      DBoy 89 what coilovers did you go with? I plan to just level mine as well

    • @dboyfresh
      @dboyfresh Před 4 lety +3

      @@Angelgrodm
      Fox 2.5. 👌

  • @fritty9927
    @fritty9927 Před 4 lety +1

    I have a FJ 2014 with bilstien adjustable son front and back and run 275 17. I didn’t experience any change in mpg and the ride improved a bunch on bumpy surfaces. I run the 17 SEMA TRD wheels. I think the weight is the big player for your taco.

  • @jefferylorance7988
    @jefferylorance7988 Před 2 lety

    SPC , had my alignment shop move both tires 1/2 forward, plus CMC…it solve my rubbing issues..2.5 lift front…

  • @kenmcdougal97
    @kenmcdougal97 Před 4 lety +2

    My stock tire on my Sr was 245/65/16s my speedometer was 5 miles faster than posted
    I did the math and i went with 285/70/17s and now my speedometer is on the money with the posted speed

  • @ChadMc74
    @ChadMc74 Před 2 lety +2

    seems like youd be happier in a pink Miata…

  • @equalizer2233
    @equalizer2233 Před 4 lety +2

    With 17" wheels there are a number of options in the 285/70/17 size tires than are the lighter non e-rated tires. That's the main advantage to going with 17" over 16".

    • @epicone2449
      @epicone2449 Před 3 lety

      Can you explain more please

    • @foskco87
      @foskco87 Před 3 lety

      @@epicone2449 The 285/70/17 size generally comes in lighter ratings like C or D rating (6/8 ply) as opposed to the heavy E-rated 10 ply tires that you can sometimes only get with 16" wheels or in a 275/70/17. Lighter rating means not as durable off road, but gives an all around more comfortable ride and better fuel efficiency. I would personally rather go with a C rated tire as I dont carry a lot of weight or off road much and with gas prices going up every bit counts.

  • @andrewandresian770
    @andrewandresian770 Před 4 lety +3

    Love your truck I have a 2012 I'm running cooper discoverer at3 and they are amazing on and off road

    • @chloesamclutch
      @chloesamclutch Před 4 lety +1

      Same on my 07. Had them on almost a year, not a super aggressive tire but works well in the winter and mild off roading. No impact on mpg

  • @MrRyanmcmahon
    @MrRyanmcmahon Před 2 lety

    One thing, Wider tires don't give you a larger contact patch because the contact patch is measured from front to back not side to side, this is why skinnier tires actually get you un stuck more often than fat tires. Pizza cutters are the slag term for such tires.

  • @jrholmes79
    @jrholmes79 Před 4 lety +3

    Thanks for the vid Mike. I love the aggressive look of your taco. I’m staying stock for now. I take my 2018 TRD Off-road into quite a few “hairy” back area, no real road places and am satisfied with the performance...no problems. I did add the Pedal Commander and like the feel of added acceleration touch. I live in Idaho.

    • @bennyb6071
      @bennyb6071 Před 4 lety

      Know its early but how do you like the PC, Thinking of getting one just not sure if they cause problems over time?

    • @DrivenCompanion
      @DrivenCompanion  Před 4 lety

      where in Idaho are you located? Just took a trip out to Silver City

  • @Treetopflyer777
    @Treetopflyer777 Před rokem

    I split the difference on my 4runner. Went 275s. And no BMC required. I’m happy with the choice

  • @leehacker6001
    @leehacker6001 Před rokem

    Thanks for that honest info. I think I've decided to just stay stock for now .

  • @Jurnymn
    @Jurnymn Před 2 lety

    Been driving my Tacoma for about a year now on 285/75/16 KO2s and I'm going to a 265 Pathfinder AT. I'm trying to get milage up a little and the KO2s are a little sketchy in the rain.

  • @Vultite
    @Vultite Před 4 lety +5

    Gotta have bro tires for the bro truck

  • @chompymac2943
    @chompymac2943 Před rokem

    I got Trd Pro 17 at the auction and came with 285/75/16 and looks amazing but I prefer the stocks ones I’m gonna change in the few nex days

  • @fade2blak91
    @fade2blak91 Před 4 lety +2

    Do you have a sprint booster or pedal commander just curious if that helps. im rocking stock 265/70/16 and want to go lift and 33s but i dont want it to feel that much more sluggish

  • @RoyAcosta
    @RoyAcosta Před 2 lety

    Yeah I'm going back to my 265 on my 04 Tacoma. I noticed drop in mpg and it just seems slower.

  • @gaston100018
    @gaston100018 Před 2 lety

    I have same wheel/tire setup with a 3 inch lift kit. I'm getting some rubbing on the back of the front tires. It's hitting part of the bumper. Maybe alignment.

  • @MrNismopro
    @MrNismopro Před 4 lety +3

    I like my Tacoma, but damn Toyota... why did you put a Camry motor with a lazy 6 speed auto and a car like 3.90 gear? Mine downshifts twice with cruise set just going over a bridge. If I’m going against the wind at 80, it never shifts into 6th.🤦🏻‍♂️

    • @MrNismopro
      @MrNismopro Před 4 lety

      Chris L , yeah, the cruise likes to maintain the exact speed. With my foot on the gas I allow it to drop in speed. It’s not the transmission it’s that the 3.5 lacks low end torque. My 2018 4x4 4Runner with the 4.0 and the 5 speed tows so much better. The 4 liter kicks ass. Wish they would’ve left that motor and attached it to the 6 speed.

  • @jeffreylove8061
    @jeffreylove8061 Před 4 lety +1

    You didn't talk about turning ....lock to lock? Any rubbing? Any chopping needed?

    • @DrivenCompanion
      @DrivenCompanion  Před 4 lety +1

      Here's the full rundown: czcams.com/video/qgiJAUAq-Hs/video.html Chop and trimming were needed and i've still got a little rubbing on the wheel well liner on occasion.

  • @helloimlamlam4400
    @helloimlamlam4400 Před 4 lety +1

    Have you removed your anti sway bar? Your ride quality will be better on trails and over rough roads if you don't mind removing a safety feature. It was a night and day difference when I removed mine. I'm also running 600lb springs on 6112s (~2.5" shock), with just a steel skid plate, and have not noticed much body roll around corners. I drive conservatively in the taco.

    • @DrivenCompanion
      @DrivenCompanion  Před 4 lety

      Still have the sway bar installed and probably will keep it on. I don't do any crazy offroading so the capability is plenty good as it is for my needs.

  • @wlew3499
    @wlew3499 Před 4 lety +1

    Mike, would you comment about the Tacoma Recall or video. It's up to over 1 million Toyota trucks and suv s'. Malfunction of the low pressure fuel pump. How many miles on your truck, have you had any chk engine lights or stalling.Toyota is not dealing with the problem until this.Sept. Can we keep driving??

    • @Nics574
      @Nics574 Před 3 lety

      If it runs drive it. Even if your out of warranty. If it’s a recall that causes a failure they are liable. I have 113 k on mine with zero issues

    • @lrlapua8035
      @lrlapua8035 Před 3 lety

      I have a 2020 with the recall, 24k and no issues.

    • @wlew3499
      @wlew3499 Před 3 lety

      @@lrlapua8035 Call your dealership schedule a pump replacement ASAP. FYI; Did mine month ago. Before, truck running fine(I thought)During acceleration at times ok, other times seem to hesitate(stall) a bit. After pump replacement, acceleration/cruising smoother. The faulty pump IMO was not delivering a consistent stream of fuel to engine.(The truck runs w/no issues but not at full efficiency)

  • @davidfranklin3586
    @davidfranklin3586 Před 3 lety +3

    What about 275/70/17r???????

  • @gm3430
    @gm3430 Před rokem

    Hey man great info. I have 265/70/17 falken wildpeak at’s on my 4runner. I did a lift so kind of want to upgrade to bigger tires but would rather not take the mpg and power loss with the 285’s. do you think the 275s would be the sweet spot ? Or negligeable…

  • @skandranon314
    @skandranon314 Před 3 lety +1

    Have you gotten a tune for the truck yet? It helps a lot with the transmission, gear hunting, and general drivability of the truck.

  • @MidnughtMerauders
    @MidnughtMerauders Před 4 lety +11

    The house looks awesome

  • @zacharycaso2425
    @zacharycaso2425 Před 4 lety

    I have 285 75R17's on my 2015 Tacoma, and I love them. The ride quality is a bit stiffer like he said, I do have the stock bilstien shocks that came with the Sport package. The turning radius is garbage now too because the stops had to get changed so that the wheels won't rub. But she looks great and she looks aggressive with that wide stance.

    • @gregsam3856
      @gregsam3856 Před 3 lety

      How big of a lift did you do? Did you keep stock wheels for the 285s?

    • @zacharycaso2425
      @zacharycaso2425 Před 3 lety

      @@gregsam3856 I have a 2" lift. I'm sure the stock rims would have sufficed but they weren't stock when I bought my truck. I did buy another brand of rim, they look better for the red and black theme I have. Since that comment I made on here I've actually replaced the shock absorbers and the struts with rancho brand stuff. I'm also going to replace the blocks on the rear with new leaf springs that will give me the same lift. If you do a lift and you don't have a TRD pro, you will WANT to replace the rear shock absorbers for aftermarket that have extended travel. The ones I replaced were shot and the driver side didn't even spring back out. It was bad.

  • @hesh8003
    @hesh8003 Před rokem

    My 2012 prerunner has the same tires and it does feel sluggish. Can my 2wd truck be regeared? If so what gear setup should I look into?

  • @sandysandor1699
    @sandysandor1699 Před 2 lety

    I got BFGoodrich 265/65r17 for winter. I don’t want spend a lot of money changing suspension and something else. For me it’s ok.

  • @HardHeadMilitary
    @HardHeadMilitary Před 3 lety +1

    Nice truck and beautiful home

  • @dreww2475
    @dreww2475 Před 4 lety

    I definitely felt the same power loss with my 255/85s as well as a pretty significant drop in fuel economy, lost maybe 1.5-2 mpg from stock 41lb Goodyears to 58lb Coopers if I base it on computer-estimated L/100km. I'll have to do a real world test again and do some averages. That being said I don't worry too much about my fuel economy because I drive a truck and I'm never going to get the same l/100km as my Civic. I think a regear is in my future as well but we'll have to see how the next few months go and whether I can return to work or not.

    • @SimplyCarReviews
      @SimplyCarReviews Před 4 lety +3

      I have a manual TRD off road and I didn't feel that much of a drop off. The manual has a 4.30 vs 3.91 rear end and I believe it helps keep the power loss down (my tire size is 285/75/16Road one Cavalry MT E load). We also own a bone stock manual TRD pro so I was able to compare back to back.

  • @jamespark2739
    @jamespark2739 Před rokem

    Mike i have a q. You are the one motivated me to do all mods on my sr5 now looks like off road my q. is that i put bilstein 5100 front and rear and adda leaf rear. I have an exact set up you had 265s good year wrangler but really want to put 285s do you think they are going to be ok? I know i am going to trim a bit i get that. I will go for the look plus my 265s needs upgrade

  • @BurtBowers
    @BurtBowers Před 3 lety

    Are you getting any rubbing on the fender corners while off roading? I was thinking about getting the 285s but not wanting to get any suppension lift, I may consider a 3" body lift instead which will keep the truck having a better ride rather then having a harder ride with any suspension lift.

    • @DrivenCompanion
      @DrivenCompanion  Před 3 lety +1

      I had do some minor trimming and use a heat gun to push in the inner fender liner to prevent rubbing - nothing major though. Spacer lift will help maintain the stock ride as well. I did a 2/1 lift (Rough Country in the front and Toytec Block in the rear) before doing the Icons and it had zero impact on ride quality - highly recommend if you're just looking to improve the appearance.

  • @mjsmith1118
    @mjsmith1118 Před 3 lety

    Hi Mike, just landed a 2020 TRD PRO today, 5,030 miles. I already don’t like the tires, so max tire size would be a 265/75/16? I’m going with the Wild-peaks for sure but if can go bigger let me know your thoughts and thank you in advance. MS

    • @DrivenCompanion
      @DrivenCompanion  Před 3 lety

      Congrats on your new truck! Max you should go without the risk of rubbing is a 265/75/r16. Some people claim to fit larger but I'm skeptical. I'd give the Goodyear Ultraterrains a looks too...

  • @NiftyShifty1
    @NiftyShifty1 Před 3 lety +1

    Great video. Thanks for posting

  • @foskco87
    @foskco87 Před 3 lety +1

    Thanks for making this video. Curious what load rating your 285's are?

  • @wilsonlanza1
    @wilsonlanza1 Před 3 lety +2

    Nice truck, thanks for the info, could you share the specs of the wheels.?

  • @yventurajr
    @yventurajr Před 2 lety

    I’m real late to commenting but I feel like commenting will convince me even more but after watching this video I have convinced my self to not get bigger tires and to also remove the 2.25 inch front leveling and the 1 inch block in the rear since I’ll never put bigger tires, might as well be stock.

  • @T4CO1776
    @T4CO1776 Před 3 lety

    So you’d say 285s on my 2.7 manual would be a no go? I have 265/75r16’s now and I didn’t notice much powerloss from stock at all... a little but not much

    • @DrivenCompanion
      @DrivenCompanion  Před 3 lety

      Yeah with the 2.7 you'll definitely regret the 285s. I'd go 265/75 max

  • @revadan
    @revadan Před 3 lety

    i have a -12 offset wheels, wanted to put 265 70R17.. will it rub? am not an off roader..

  • @christopherlockard6346

    Great review. Just curious what you think here. I have 2 inch lift front, 1.5 in the rear. Arb front bumper which increases clearances. Truck has the stock Chrome clad 18 inch wheels. I found some bfg 285/65/18 locally, think they’ll fit without rubbing? Currently running 265/65/18. 2012 trd sport

    • @DrivenCompanion
      @DrivenCompanion  Před 2 lety

      My guess is they'll rub, but a body mount chop isn't that expensive and would solve most of the problems. A little trimming might be needed but thats easy as well.

  • @garrettsullivan6228
    @garrettsullivan6228 Před 2 lety

    got a second gen tacoma with a manual transmission, do you think that it would be better than the auto???

  • @TommyG_0311
    @TommyG_0311 Před 4 lety

    I've got a 2013 Tacoma DCSB with 285/75/16 BFG KO2's and initially my truck ran like dog shit. I put a scan gauge 2 in to track my mileage and eventually I ended up doing the nitro 4:88's and it runs sooooo much better.

  • @-TM7
    @-TM7 Před 3 lety

    I have a 2017 SR5 and planning on going with Bilstein 5100 stage 1 & adj upper arms. Can I fit 285/75/16 with no rubbing? This is mainly for aesthetic and little off roading.

    • @DrivenCompanion
      @DrivenCompanion  Před 3 lety

      I've heard of people fitting 285s without rubbing but based on my experience and the majority of feedback from other owners I'd say definitely not. If a Body mount chop is needed its really not that expensive or difficult to have a shop do.

  • @enderdavila2910
    @enderdavila2910 Před 3 lety

    hi, love your video, very informative, and honest thanks.

  • @modXELA
    @modXELA Před 3 lety

    Thanks for the video. I have the 2019 Taco TRD Pro which has 265/65R16, do I need to lift my truck to fit your type of setup?

    • @DrivenCompanion
      @DrivenCompanion  Před 3 lety

      You'll need a cab mount chop and some trimming of the plastic fender liner to fit my wheels/tires - possibly a lift too.

  • @docrichardson7034
    @docrichardson7034 Před 4 lety +6

    With those wheels and tires you should re-gear it to 5.29, it makes a Huge Difference.

    • @dirtybagger
      @dirtybagger Před 4 lety +1

      Doc Richardson he’s still drives on the highway not a rock crawler. 4.56 brings him back to stock gears with 285.

    • @mikeanshit158
      @mikeanshit158 Před 4 lety +1

      If he gets bumpers 5.29’s all the way. If he keeps it like this 4.88’s. Nitro recommends 4.88’s on a stock tacoma. Those guys know their shit

  • @othoapproto9603
    @othoapproto9603 Před 8 měsíci

    Wonderful job of a review.

  • @BelieveJC2
    @BelieveJC2 Před 2 lety

    Mike how is the crawl features on the 285. Please make a video

  • @Joe-gy4sd
    @Joe-gy4sd Před 4 lety

    I’ve only watched one vid of yours don’t know full description of what your truck is and don’t wanna look I just wanna guess. Okay. We got pro grill scooped good but not color match bumper no pro emblem and silver Tacoma emblem on door gonna guess. And this is ion the first frame of vid before I’ve seen stickers. Off road hood swap faux (or oem pro grille) am I right? Not even gonna watch the vid until I get an answer lol nice truck.

  • @lloydjoseph9212
    @lloydjoseph9212 Před 2 lety

    Thanks for you info King.

  • @chrisstansbury244
    @chrisstansbury244 Před 4 lety

    Nice truck and video. I run the exact same setup. I just ordered new tires and could not find the duratracs in a 285/70/17 without raised white lettering. Ended up with with trail grapplers 🙄 Where did you buy them?

    • @DrivenCompanion
      @DrivenCompanion  Před 4 lety +3

      You sure the weren't white lettered on just one side?

  • @tommyung3654
    @tommyung3654 Před 4 lety

    What do you do with a bigger spare tire? Does It fit under the car? I would not go offroading without a proper spare....

    • @DrivenCompanion
      @DrivenCompanion  Před 4 lety

      285s won't fit under the truck so unfortunately my spare is smaller at this point. I may try to figure something out with that but haven't decided my approach yet. Some people put them in the bed, rough mount or hitch mount

  • @foote1967
    @foote1967 Před 4 lety

    I'm still trying to decide if 285/70/16s is the direction I'm going towards. I'm being told the lift I got will accommodate the 285s with 16 or 17 inch wheels. If I go the 16s wheel size ...it might be a good comparison episode for your channel.

    • @dreww2475
      @dreww2475 Před 4 lety +2

      Why not 255/85s? I didn't have to cut anything on stock suspension, only had to remove my mud flaps. A difference in wheel backspacing and offset won't make a massive difference in that either. The only thing I dislike about the size is a limited tire availability. I went with Cooper ST MAXX because of the awesome reviews and even though they ride like flintstones wheels on the street they're extremely durable offroad.

    • @DirtShy
      @DirtShy Před 4 lety +2

      285/75/16 is the same size as Mike's 285/70/17
      I'm also thinking and want to stay with 16's

    • @DrivenCompanion
      @DrivenCompanion  Před 4 lety +1

      Richard, we'll definitely have to compare them if you go that route.

    • @dreww2475
      @dreww2475 Před 4 lety +1

      @@DirtShy weight difference would likely be negligible for most brands too, unless Mike bought C ply not E ply.

  • @jonnieinthe256
    @jonnieinthe256 Před 2 lety

    Nice house setup!👀

  • @davidt8438
    @davidt8438 Před 9 měsíci

    Tires are too wide. Too much strain on from suspension parts (will wear out parts over time) and can cause problems with wheel clearance when going over rough terrain.

  • @MO-xv1cz
    @MO-xv1cz Před 4 lety +2

    Agreed , they look good.

  • @jeeefthegreat7555
    @jeeefthegreat7555 Před rokem

    Wow that sucks. My 3 liter turbodiesel Isuzu Dmax gets 28 MPG on 33's and a 2" lift.

  • @GrayOverland
    @GrayOverland Před 4 lety

    What alphalamb said remove the sway bar and it’ll perform a lot better offroad and you honestly don’t notice anything different with it off

  • @lrlapua8035
    @lrlapua8035 Před 3 lety

    I have a 2020 Tacoma king cab 4x4 with 265's and I barely get 16 mpg....6th gear is almost useless...

  • @joeyfedel8113
    @joeyfedel8113 Před 3 lety

    Hey Mike, love the build! I just got a 2008 taco with 285’s and I am getting some pretty bad wobbling with the wheels, I.e. the steering wheels shakes on pretty much every speed and terrain. Any suggestions on extra components to help mitigate this? Thanks in advance!

    • @DrivenCompanion
      @DrivenCompanion  Před 3 lety

      Thank you. I haven't had similar issues so don't have any suggestions. Makes me wonder if something was done incorrectly with the install. Have you got an alignment done?

    • @joeyfedel8113
      @joeyfedel8113 Před 3 lety

      Mike C I’ll be getting one done today actually! Have you had any gearing issues either? I might try a pedal commander as I’ve heard good things about it! Have you heard of this?

    • @titirititiri6360
      @titirititiri6360 Před 2 lety +1

      Wheel bearing, bent wheel, alignment, carrier bearing

  • @Rob-wo8jz
    @Rob-wo8jz Před 4 lety

    Honest video thanks. Have you used the ect button to see if it changes the power and shift points any? It made a huge difference on my 2016 tacoma after lifting and upgrading to 265/70/17's.

  • @gelhorner6556
    @gelhorner6556 Před 3 lety

    Beautiful truck! Finally picked me up a taco and the first thing I'm looking to put on are tires haha! Just one question. Did you need to put spacers behind your tires to avoid rubbing when you turn your wheel? Thank so much appreciate you!

    • @DrivenCompanion
      @DrivenCompanion  Před 2 lety +1

      I've got a whole playlist on the Tacoma you can watch that goes over everything. There are quite a few variables to consider but the short answer is that a spacer probably won't solve anything (and might even make things worse). You will likely need a lift and body mount chop along with some plastic trimming to fit 285s.

    • @gelhorner6556
      @gelhorner6556 Před 2 lety

      @@DrivenCompanion Thank kind sir, I shall check that out as well.😎🤙🏽

    • @nicagutierrez4441
      @nicagutierrez4441 Před 2 lety

      @@gelhorner6556
      Curious to know if you ever put that set up on your Taco

    • @gelhorner6556
      @gelhorner6556 Před 2 lety

      @@nicagutierrez4441 Not yet! Couldn’t pull the trigger so close to the holidays and blow a lot of money on myself 🤣 Soon though. Already found the kind I want 😎🤙🏽

  • @randyadams4764
    @randyadams4764 Před 2 lety

    I watched the vid to learn about the truck.Screw the truck.I am wowed about how beautiful the house and location.🤗👁😀😍

  • @lindaholloway4888
    @lindaholloway4888 Před 4 lety +1

    Looks great! This video reminds me of a Scotty Kilmer video. Why not to buy a lifted truck. LoL

  • @carrera0002
    @carrera0002 Před 4 lety

    How did you like the ride compared to stock Bilsteins before you got the 285s on?

    • @DrivenCompanion
      @DrivenCompanion  Před 4 lety

      Too stiff for my liking. I'd probably go Bilstein 5100s or 6112s if I were to do it again.

  • @johneverett1629
    @johneverett1629 Před 4 lety

    Do you have a Pedal Commander on this truck? If you don’t it would help out a lot.

    • @DrivenCompanion
      @DrivenCompanion  Před 4 lety +1

      No, and you're not the first to recommend it. May have to look into that.

  • @johnserban5833
    @johnserban5833 Před 2 lety

    Thank you - nice assessment

  • @ben3mar
    @ben3mar Před 3 lety +1

    Thanks
    That was helpful

  • @lostinmt8370
    @lostinmt8370 Před 4 lety +1

    Was there a reason you didn’t go with 285/75/16’s ??

    • @DrivenCompanion
      @DrivenCompanion  Před 4 lety

      I prefer the wheel to tire ratio with the 285/70/17s but both look great

    • @lostinmt8370
      @lostinmt8370 Před 4 lety

      Mike C Thanks for the reply and knowing the 70’s fit ok with your current lift.

  • @epicone2449
    @epicone2449 Před 3 lety

    Prinsu rack drops 1 to 2 mpg also

  • @elaw1995
    @elaw1995 Před 4 lety +2

    Are those e rated Duratracs?

  • @Jaun2Three
    @Jaun2Three Před 4 lety

    hey, btw 285 is the width, which does not affect ground clearance. Yes I am a smart ass, but I still gave you a view. I love my black 2nd gen on cooper sst pro's.

    • @DrivenCompanion
      @DrivenCompanion  Před 4 lety

      I may have misspoken but the 285/70 is still taller than a 265/70

    • @Jaun2Three
      @Jaun2Three Před 4 lety

      @@DrivenCompanion I'm an asshole. lol. 31.7 vs 33 dia. You sir did not misspeak. Nothing better than a blacked out taco. I also had 285/55/20's and they really pulled left and right in the wear grooves of the roads compared to 265s. You rock. I also liked your 4runner vs. taco vid. Sorry again from a stranger on the etherwebs.

    • @Jaun2Three
      @Jaun2Three Před 4 lety

      looking at some 285/75/17 ko-2s next. (33.9 dia) I run the 2019 4runner premium rims with -10 or 15 offset on my taco now. Keep it up man.

  • @CalebKerr
    @CalebKerr Před 4 lety

    You're saying you went from 23mpg to 16mpg from increasing your tire diameter by ~1"? That seems like that can't possibly be right, that's a 30% decrease.

    • @DrivenCompanion
      @DrivenCompanion  Před 4 lety

      Not quite. My original gas mileage was around 20 mpg prior to making any modifications. After lifting the truck and installing larger and heavier tires my average is about 16.

    • @CalebKerr
      @CalebKerr Před 4 lety +1

      Mike C ah gotcha. I put 285s on my 4Runner but haven’t calculated my mpg. I know the computer’s readout on it is off, but not sure by how much in reality.

  • @dr.ricardorodriguezavila147

    What do you think about adding the pedal commander for the tacoma like yours?

    • @DrivenCompanion
      @DrivenCompanion  Před 3 lety

      No experience with one. I've heard positive comments from others