Lowering my 85 pickup, need HELP.

Discussion in 'Suspension/Chassis' started by MiniYota14, May 10, 2012.

  1. MiniYota14

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    I'm new to toyota minis, I've just recently seen some pretty sweet looking slammed yotas, so i figured i'd give my 85 a try. I've started with a 2" drop on the torsion bars. I was going to order drop blocks for the back, but i noticed my tires would hit my fenders if i went any lower. Is there a way i can go inside my fenders, if so, i would appreciate advice on how to do it. Anyone got any advice?
     
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    what size is your rims and tires...wats the offset of the rims...if anything the best way is to get it rolled...
     
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    got any pics?
     
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    I have 16" wheels, and 25" tires, the tires are a little big, but I bought them like a couple of months ago so the tread is still perfect and i really can't buy new tires yet. I have another set of 15" wheels that can be used, but the tires are shot and what exactly is "rolling" and could I do it myself??
     
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    no pictures yet, but i'll have some up soon.
     
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    What is the actual tire size? P195/75/R16? P205/75/R16? What jaybee said, you should roll your fenders so your tires will tuck when you hit dips and speedbumps
     
  7. Beefed Taco

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    My guess is rolling the fender lip won't cure his problem. His wheels are most likely a low offset and will never tuck, no matter how much he rolls or trims his fender lips. This is a common problem. Deep wheels look great, but are always going to create a problem when trying to tuck.

    25" tire height is good, don't go above that, but I'm sure your problem is the wheels. I run a 89 axle in my 99 so my 9x18+36's will tuck with 275/35/18 and the 7" drop with trimmed fender lips, and I know there are different width pre 95 axles, so maybe try doing some R&D at a salvage yard and see if you can fine one narrower. I did my axle swap for $50 and a jug of oil thanks to craigslist .
     

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