305/70r17 on RW wheels? (1 Viewer)

[Chocolate]

I noticed this after posting. Usually don't look at my truck with the wheels turned in. Note to self: park with wheels angled in and wash, those wheel wells are filthy, and need a cleaning.

 

[gaijin]

Even 285/70/17 rubs at full lock (on more than just the front mud flap) so 295/70/17 or larger is too big without cutting/modifying the front fender liners - or other modifications.

I am running mine at 32PSI, factory at 20" is 33psi.

I can't help you with rubbing on your LX - beyond my experience and not covered by the Toyota recommendation which is only for Tundra, Sequoia and Land Cruiser models.

I can, however, help you with your tire pressure

If you are running LT285/70-17 tires, then the correct Cold Tire Inflation Pressure is 38-40psi. 32psi is TOO LOW.

HTH

 

[Chocolate]

Thanks,

I don't think running them at 32psi is going to cause a blowout - the only thing that would prevent me from doing so. I choose to run a lower pressure for better ride quality even if it wears the tire faster. I will be keeping an eye on the wear and temps.

 

[lrowe_csp]

I've been running 285 75 17 Toyo OC AT2's at 32lbs for thousands of miles on an 80 series- gives a great ride and tires are still in excellent condition. I check them every once in a while for heat after driving, and not feeling anything that alarms me. I will check them with a infrared thermometer when I get a chance.

 

[Chocolate]

I've been running 285 75 17 Toyo OC AT2's at 32lbs for thousands of miles on an 80 series- gives a great ride and tires are still in excellent condition. I check them every once in a while for heat after driving, and not feeling anything that alarms me. I will check them with a infrared thermometer when I get a chance.

Thanks for your input. I checked mine immediately after a 15 minute drive and they were barely warm so I don't think temps are an issue.
Will keep an eye on the wear as well.

Obviously, the load bearing characteristics are improved at higher pressures, so you'll need the higher pressure for example hauling heavy loads in a Tundra. Or if towing a trailer, I would increase the pressure.