Recent content by esper

Another shot...

Yes - nice and smooth and less bounce/roll.

Not the best pic, but here it is. LOVE the ride!!! Will add more photos tomorrow...

Making progress - I picked up a set of Toyota Limited Hyper Silver rims (local take-offs from an '06 4Runner) and had them powder coated to match the gunmetal/titanium grill color - and re-badged them with Lexus logos. Installed 275/65 18 Nitto Ridge Grapplers and am having a 2" Dobinson lift...

Yes - I went with the base configuration for a 2" lift kit and 'normal' loads.

Finally making progress - bought some Toyota Limited Hyper-Silver take-offs locally that are the same size as my OEM rims (18"). Had them powder coated (Gunmetal/Titanium Silver-gray that looks close to the grill color) and I re-badged the center caps. Went with LT275/65R18 Nitto Ridge...

Nice! Makes sense now. More than I want to do for now, so will have to look at smaller tires... ;)

What is the body mount chop if you don't mind? I've read other threads where a heat gun has been used to warp the liners/runners a bit to get them out of the way, but this sounds more aggressive... ;)

Looking at the 17" TRD wheels and Ridge Grapplers and just noticed that is what you have on your rig. What size tires are you running and any fitment issues to be aware of? THX!

Nice rig! Definitely more the look/functionality I am going for - eventually. I love the overlanding bumpers, but starting with the lift and wheels/rims and a top rack. Since I run it on the road more than off, I want a good balance. Priorities for me are getting a bit more clearance and larger...

What size tires are you using? Am I going to be able to go to something like a 275/65R18 or 285/65R18? Any advantage to going down to a 17" rim? Lower tire costs for that size? Better fit? More tire adjustment for off-road use??? SOOO many questions.

Wait - they are Nitto Trail Grappler M/Ts...

Agh! Now you have me second-guessing...hahaha. Can get a set of like new 285/65R18 Ridge Grapplers on Fuel Beast 18" x 8" deep rims for $1900 locally, but don't think they will clear without a larger lift (3"). How can I determine what will fit?!?

Thanks for the input! I think I am going to go with the 2" lift and try to get some bigger tires that will be more balanced for both on and off road use. Looking at either keeping stock rims, or finding 17"/18" alternatives (purely cosmetic) with some Nitto Terra Grapplers or Toyo Open Country...

Thanks for the feedback! I think I am going to stick with the 2" lift and try to get some 33" tires - researching 18" and 17" rim options with either the Nitto Terra Grapplers or Toyo Open Country AT II's... SO many options and little things to consider for fitment and functionality! My...