Is this the dreaded pinch weld "Shanking" my tires now?
06-19-13, 12:17 PM
#1
Is this the dreaded pinch weld "Shanking" my tires now?
Is this the dreaded pinch weld "Shanking" my tires through the liner now?
The one everyone goes at with a giant hammer?
It's on the passenger side around 1:00 on the wheel well. I'm pretty safe so far on the driver side thankfully.
The one everyone goes at with a giant hammer?
It's on the passenger side around 1:00 on the wheel well. I'm pretty safe so far on the driver side thankfully.
06-19-13, 03:14 PM
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Can you explain more about the "shanking" problem that everyone talks about.. ive never heard of it and ever since i have upgraded my wheels ive had a problem with the passenger side wheel well..
thanks
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06-19-13, 03:42 PM
#3
The "shanking" was a silly reference to the use of crude, hand made, knife like weapons in prison.
06-19-13, 04:12 PM
#5
Lexus Test Driver
I know what you're talking about. It's the metal piece that sticks out like some sort of L bracket right? What I did was I took and adjustable wrench to bend it towards the outside (this was while I had the fenders still on, it'd probably be even better if you take it off first) and then I hammered it down some more with a regular hammer. It's a lot more work if you use just a hammer the whole time, bending it first will speed it up. Since then I've had no issues of rubbing and cutting up the tread on my tires.
06-19-13, 04:43 PM
#6
I know what you're talking about. It's the metal piece that sticks out like some sort of L bracket right? What I did was I took and adjustable wrench to bend it towards the outside (this was while I had the fenders still on, it'd probably be even better if you take it off first) and then I hammered it down some more with a regular hammer. It's a lot more work if you use just a hammer the whole time, bending it first will speed it up. Since then I've had no issues of rubbing and cutting up the tread on my tires.
Thanks.....
PS: Didnt feel this on driver side.
06-19-13, 07:04 PM
#7
Lexus Test Driver
It was mostly on the driver side for me. It's probably because I slammed my car at the time. Eventually I just got the car to a point where it barely clears the wheel well and kept it that way. This is after I cut the liners where the tires rub the inner wheel well. If you lower your car at all (or if your stock suspension is shot) then you're gonna wanna loop those wires into the hood through the washer fluid reservoir. Before I did mine I noticed it was already getting rubbed before I lowered the car. It's gonna be so much work to fix if you don't prevent it by relocating those wire harnesses.
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06-20-13, 03:52 AM
#10
It was mostly on the driver side for me. It's probably because I slammed my car at the time. Eventually I just got the car to a point where it barely clears the wheel well and kept it that way. This is after I cut the liners where the tires rub the inner wheel well. If you lower your car at all (or if your stock suspension is shot) then you're gonna wanna loop those wires into the hood through the washer fluid reservoir. Before I did mine I noticed it was already getting rubbed before I lowered the car. It's gonna be so much work to fix if you don't prevent it by relocating those wire harnesses.
06-20-13, 06:08 AM
#11
Pole Position
Wtf was the point of your post?
In any event, with a properly tuned suspension the car will ride similar if not better than stock. I'm so tired of people acting like these cars still cost 50k, they can be found on Craigslist for sub 5k. My car is lowered substantially and i take tons of trips and daily it for a decent amount of miles to and from and I have no complaints. Spring rates determine ride quality. I've had people in my car and they were shocked it rode so smooth for the height it is off the ground.
At the end of the day let people mod their cars in the way in which they see fit, it's their money, their time, their effort. There are no direct implications on your life so carry on.
Back on topic:
OP do yourself a favor and just do the relocate, if you are rubbing on the metal the wiring is not too far behind.
In any event, with a properly tuned suspension the car will ride similar if not better than stock. I'm so tired of people acting like these cars still cost 50k, they can be found on Craigslist for sub 5k. My car is lowered substantially and i take tons of trips and daily it for a decent amount of miles to and from and I have no complaints. Spring rates determine ride quality. I've had people in my car and they were shocked it rode so smooth for the height it is off the ground.
At the end of the day let people mod their cars in the way in which they see fit, it's their money, their time, their effort. There are no direct implications on your life so carry on.
Back on topic:
OP do yourself a favor and just do the relocate, if you are rubbing on the metal the wiring is not too far behind.
06-20-13, 06:40 AM
#12
Fuddy,There are many choices to make with compromises associated with each one. The compromise you seem to have made is on the look (and handling) of your car. I would likely see it and say to myself (Ewwwww) like i do when I see a broad collared suit, pleated pants or a "Members Only" jacket however, as long as you like it. It's a beautiful thing.
I choose to aim for improved look and improved performance. My car looks great and rides and handles better then ever since I put on the coils (and would eat yours up in the twisties now).
I am rubbing on one wheel on only the biggest bumps and my suspension is adjustable. I will adjust it a bit, flatten the weld and love life.
Last edited by Kira X; 06-21-13 at 01:27 PM.
06-20-13, 06:43 AM
#13
Wtf was the point of your post?
In any event, with a properly tuned suspension the car will ride similar if not better than stock. I'm so tired of people acting like these cars still cost 50k, they can be found on Craigslist for sub 5k. My car is lowered substantially and i take tons of trips and daily it for a decent amount of miles to and from and I have no complaints. Spring rates determine ride quality. I've had people in my car and they were shocked it rode so smooth for the height it is off the ground.
At the end of the day let people mod their cars in the way in which they see fit, it's their money, their time, their effort. There are no direct implications on your life so carry on.
Back on topic:
OP do yourself a favor and just do the relocate, if you are rubbing on the metal the wiring is not too far behind.
In any event, with a properly tuned suspension the car will ride similar if not better than stock. I'm so tired of people acting like these cars still cost 50k, they can be found on Craigslist for sub 5k. My car is lowered substantially and i take tons of trips and daily it for a decent amount of miles to and from and I have no complaints. Spring rates determine ride quality. I've had people in my car and they were shocked it rode so smooth for the height it is off the ground.
At the end of the day let people mod their cars in the way in which they see fit, it's their money, their time, their effort. There are no direct implications on your life so carry on.
Back on topic:
OP do yourself a favor and just do the relocate, if you are rubbing on the metal the wiring is not too far behind.
I'm not rubbing on the drivers side, but i'm going to relocate anyway. Im going to raise it a bit more today as well. Well said above.
SG