Tire size change over?

HIDDEN4321

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2006 TOYOTA TACOMA
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I'm going from 215/70/15 tire size on 15-inch rim to a 16-inch rim. What tire size can I go to, to keep it at or near the same as to speed an all?

Saturday, February 3rd, 2024 AT 6:44 AM

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KEN L

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You're moving from a 215/70/15 tire to a 16-inch rim. To find an equivalent tire size, we need to maintain the same overall diameter.

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Saturday, February 3rd, 2024 AT 10:43 AM

HIDDEN4321

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Will 220/65/16 or 215 65/16 still work?

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Saturday, February 3rd, 2024 AT 2:37 PM

KEN L

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I would use a measuring tape to make sure you are not going too far off of the original tire size, but I think they should work.

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Sunday, February 4th, 2024 AT 11:04 AM

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I found 2 for the rear 225/70/16. Since they don't turn, and the height is 70 like the original ones can I get away with those? It's a 2WD.

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Monday, February 5th, 2024 AT 1:12 PM

KEN L

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Can I ask what "Since they don't turn" means? The new tires will not rotate? Can you upload an image or short video of what you are talking about?

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Tuesday, February 6th, 2024 AT 9:40 AM

HIDDEN4321

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The front tires turn with steering, rear do not. Is there a 'black box' on my truck? I heard some have them. Can that pose a problem with speed, and where is it located? Also, the tires I found are the 235/75/16 for rear.

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Tuesday, February 6th, 2024 AT 12:42 PM

KEN L

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Yes, tires size can cause issues with the ABS if there is a big difference in size, not sure what you mean by "black box"? Can you start a new question for it and include images?

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Thursday, February 8th, 2024 AT 8:37 AM