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Thread: Tire size problem?
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11-26-2005, 02:13 PM #1
Tire size problem?
I have a set of p7000's on my TA all four tires are 275's. I noticed that the front tires rub on the wheel well when the wheel is cut all the way. It doesnt seem to be a problem since i only cut the wheel all the way when i turn around in my driveway or if i'm doing donuts. I'd like to get the car lowered 1 to 1.5 ". Would this make my problem worse? what hsould i do?
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11-27-2005, 06:08 AM #2
275's are stock tire size for T/A so unless you have aftermarket wheels with incorrect backspacing, there should be no rubbing?
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11-27-2005, 11:16 AM #3
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They rub a little on mine and it's all stock - (not that big a deal)
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11-27-2005, 04:57 PM #4
drink beer you wont even notice it.
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11-28-2005, 02:50 PM #5
Does anyone think it will get worse if the car is lowered?
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12-01-2005, 05:39 AM #6
I have a set of 285X35X18 on a 9.5 wide rim 43MM back space, and my tires rub when the wheel is turned all the way also, however ask yourself, "When I drive, how often do I clock the wheel all the way?" my answer was nill to never.
SteveC
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12-09-2005, 12:58 PM #7
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If it is rubbing teh plastic liner, dont worry about it. I am running 285/40R17's up front, they touch ever so lightly, and after 35k miles I havent had any problems. If it concerns you that much, just shim the plastic liner at the front corner about a inch and it will push the liner further into the fender a bit and will allow for larger tires without rubbing. -Tim
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12-09-2005, 01:03 PM #8
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Originally Posted by GottaHaveLS1
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12-14-2005, 06:28 PM #9
ive always had good luck with goodyears.
"Cheap. Good. Fast. Pick two."
When your ready to play with the big dogs, its time to refer to the old adage: "There is no replacement for displacement"
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12-15-2005, 09:42 AM #10
I have had very good luck with BFGs, but the G-Force KDs are pricey.
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12-15-2005, 11:21 AM #11
Can anyone answer my question? Will the rubbing get worse if the car is lowered? I might get it lowered 1-1.25".
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12-15-2005, 05:57 PM #12
You shouldn't get more rubbing from lowering the car. Unless its rubbing in the upper part of the wheel well. Thankfuly with most F-Body's when they lower an inch or so you dont get a camber issue.
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