Anyone know if I could put 33" tyres on a 99 IFS Hilux ute? Single cab traytop.
Would a body lift on the cab be enough to get them to clear? I think the rears would be ok on a traytop?
Then there's the question of if a 3.0 lt diesel (non turbo) will push them. Thinking of Cooper STTs
Any help appreciated, Cheers Wayne
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33s on IFS Hilux?
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yes, heaps...
Firstly. and most obviously, a lot more sluggish.
Also effects steering, as each bump in the road seems to have a much greater effect on which way the wheels ponit. The steering also seems much lighter while moving, worse at higher speeds. Its controllable though.
I also have fairly big offset rims, and my front wheel bearings hate me.
The ride seems to be a bit harsher with the bigger tyres as well. I have another set of stock 4runner rims and tyres, Much better ride.
Also, breaking steering links and CV's is much easier.
Stew
Firstly. and most obviously, a lot more sluggish.
Also effects steering, as each bump in the road seems to have a much greater effect on which way the wheels ponit. The steering also seems much lighter while moving, worse at higher speeds. Its controllable though.
I also have fairly big offset rims, and my front wheel bearings hate me.
The ride seems to be a bit harsher with the bigger tyres as well. I have another set of stock 4runner rims and tyres, Much better ride.
Also, breaking steering links and CV's is much easier.
Stew
I have 90 mod solid axle with 2.8 diesel and the bizarre thing is my truck is heaps better with 33's. It now has power to overtake (engine always had lotsa low end grunt but ran out of steam 70+ kph) seems to ride a little better and handling hardly affected.
Seriously- it is like my truck is geared just right with the 33's. Very happy.
Seriously- it is like my truck is geared just right with the 33's. Very happy.
body lift
you need a 2 inch body lift, that is using 8 inch rims, for 10 inch rims you need 2" in the body plus 2" in the suspension. - they still scrub a bit.
with jsut the body lift and 33x12.5 on 8 inch rims they will still scrub on the body but only slightly.
mat
with jsut the body lift and 33x12.5 on 8 inch rims they will still scrub on the body but only slightly.
mat
MY04 Jeep Wrangler
MY07 SS Ute
MY07 SS Ute
Running 32/9.5 Centipedes on my lux. They fit no problems.
No body lift required just a little trimming of the mud flap and flare.
Mine is an SR5 though so you may not need to trim at all.
32's in the centipede are actually taller than a 33 inch bfg.
If you stick to the narrower tyre ie 255/85R16 you shouldn't have a problem.
Know a guy hows running 34 inch swampers on an ifs lux no body lift.
No body lift required just a little trimming of the mud flap and flare.
Mine is an SR5 though so you may not need to trim at all.
32's in the centipede are actually taller than a 33 inch bfg.
If you stick to the narrower tyre ie 255/85R16 you shouldn't have a problem.
Know a guy hows running 34 inch swampers on an ifs lux no body lift.
Re: body lift
i 've got a mate with a single cab same model as yours he wants to do a body lift 2" just wondering what he should look out for such as radiator steering and so on all help would be appreciated 
lift steps
things to watch for
-brakes line lengths
-fuel filler length
-untighten the steering shaft and made sure there is enough length when raised
-before tensioning up body bolts check that the gear stick works in all gears with out hitting the body same with transfer lever
-lift slowly!!!!!!!!!!!!!
-also watch for any engine electric wires that may be tight and might need extension 2" should be ok
-also adjust handbrake for new position (should disconnect when lifting)
-check radiator hoses and height of radiator (lower if neccessary)
best of luck
mat
-brakes line lengths
-fuel filler length
-untighten the steering shaft and made sure there is enough length when raised
-before tensioning up body bolts check that the gear stick works in all gears with out hitting the body same with transfer lever
-lift slowly!!!!!!!!!!!!!
-also watch for any engine electric wires that may be tight and might need extension 2" should be ok
-also adjust handbrake for new position (should disconnect when lifting)
-check radiator hoses and height of radiator (lower if neccessary)
best of luck
mat
MY04 Jeep Wrangler
MY07 SS Ute
MY07 SS Ute
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