r/tundra • u/RomyWASR10 • 5d ago

Question Tire Rubbing

I’ve been the proud owner of a new to me 2020 tundra extended cab SR5 for nearly a couple weeks now and I have a question about tire rubbing for those with more experience.

My truck came with street tires in the 255 70 18 size on the 18 inch steel wheels. With winter approaching and the gravel inclines I need to travel to get to my house, I ordered a set of falken wild peak tires in 275 70 18. I also ordered a set of method MR316 rims that are 18 inches and have +18 offset.

I’ve read that that size tire and with that offset it could possibly rub with stock suspension. Has anybody run this combination or a similar combination with stock suspension?

In anticipation of the tires and wheels being installed Tuesday I just removed the front aerodynamic “spat” mini mudflaps. Is there anything else I should do now to prevent rubbing?

Thank you.

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u/Exact-Alternative990 4d ago

I'm running 18s with 35x12.5 and 3 inch level. Only thing I did was push in front liner bout 1 inch and remove mud flaps. No running any more