New Wheels but Major Rubbing
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New Wheels but Major Rubbing
Hey guys. Just put on my new wheels but im having some major rubbing on the driver front tire. When I left the shop I wasnt rubbing but I guess my new springs (daizen) and shocks (ltuned) settled a little cause the next day I was experience major rubbing but only on the drivers side wheel.
Today I checked it out and I totally ripped up that plastic wheel liner on that side. But it doesnt look like its rubbing the fender. My question is can I just take out that whole liner and just run that side bare? Will I have issues with water on the engine, water in back of the head lights, etc?
Im hoping this is all I have to modify without rolling (not sure if this can be done anymore since the liner is torn) or shaving.
Today I checked it out and I totally ripped up that plastic wheel liner on that side. But it doesnt look like its rubbing the fender. My question is can I just take out that whole liner and just run that side bare? Will I have issues with water on the engine, water in back of the head lights, etc?
Im hoping this is all I have to modify without rolling (not sure if this can be done anymore since the liner is torn) or shaving.
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I have no idea about this area but maybe the CL gang can help me out...isn't this the case where people roll their fenders so they can create a lil more space for the wheel to clear?
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Originally Posted by 49IS300
Hey guys. Just put on my new wheels but im having some major rubbing on the driver front tire. When I left the shop I wasnt rubbing but I guess my new springs (daizen) and shocks (ltuned) settled a little cause the next day I was experience major rubbing but only on the drivers side wheel.
Today I checked it out and I totally ripped up that plastic wheel liner on that side. But it doesnt look like its rubbing the fender. My question is can I just take out that whole liner and just run that side bare? Will I have issues with water on the engine, water in back of the head lights, etc?
Im hoping this is all I have to modify without rolling (not sure if this can be done anymore since the liner is torn) or shaving.
Today I checked it out and I totally ripped up that plastic wheel liner on that side. But it doesnt look like its rubbing the fender. My question is can I just take out that whole liner and just run that side bare? Will I have issues with water on the engine, water in back of the head lights, etc?
Im hoping this is all I have to modify without rolling (not sure if this can be done anymore since the liner is torn) or shaving.
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Originally Posted by tiguy99
I have no idea about this area but maybe the CL gang can help me out...isn't this the case where people roll their fenders so they can create a lil more space for the wheel to clear?
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what is the size of the tire and offset on the wheel? You may need to go down a tire size, so if you are running 245-35-20 now go down to a 235-35-20 and see if that helps. If it is rubbing bad enough to tear the liner it may be the offset is not good for the GS. I wouldnt remove the fender liner though
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Im running 245/35/20 in the front. The shop actually pulled the liner up a little so that it doesnt rub. Cause the right side is fine. I dont think they did it enough on the drivers side though. I dont really want to go through the hassle of picking up another set of fronts. Seems like more hassle than shaving. If worse comes to worse I'll do that though.
Does any one know if I'll have to buy a new liner or am I able to wing this with what I've got?
Does any one know if I'll have to buy a new liner or am I able to wing this with what I've got?
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Originally Posted by 49IS300
Im running 245/35/20 in the front. The shop actually pulled the liner up a little so that it doesnt rub. Cause the right side is fine. I dont think they did it enough on the drivers side though. I dont really want to go through the hassle of picking up another set of fronts. Seems like more hassle than shaving. If worse comes to worse I'll do that though.
Does any one know if I'll have to buy a new liner or am I able to wing this with what I've got?
Does any one know if I'll have to buy a new liner or am I able to wing this with what I've got?
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I would curious, too, as to what rim size and offset you have. I'm running 20 X 9 +38 Lowenhart BR5s with 245/35/20 Michelin Pilot Sport A/S tires and I have very little rubbing ( mainly only when in reverse and steering wheel to full left ). At this time I have not rolled or shaved my front fenders either.
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Originally Posted by 49IS300
Im running 245/35/20 in the front. The shop actually pulled the liner up a little so that it doesnt rub. Cause the right side is fine. I dont think they did it enough on the drivers side though. I dont really want to go through the hassle of picking up another set of fronts. Seems like more hassle than shaving. If worse comes to worse I'll do that though.
Does any one know if I'll have to buy a new liner or am I able to wing this with what I've got?
Does any one know if I'll have to buy a new liner or am I able to wing this with what I've got?
Make sure to talk to me at the BOS meet.
I've done way to many liner mods to count.
There are several things that need to be done on the liner, but which mod all depends on your tire size, wheel offset, and how low you are.
It's not going to be easy to give you a simple answer without knowing all these details.
I can show you several local members with the fender mods we've done.
No time to explain here at length since I am very busy getting ready for the upcoming meet.
Since you are attending the meet, just come talk to me next week.
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Sorry guys. It would have helped if i gave you more info. Im running Iforged wheels. Wheels are 20x8.5 in the front and 20x10 in the back. I didnt expect to be rubbing either since when I ordered the wheels they were made to fit with minimal fender mods. I dont know the offset since Iforged does not provide that info.
Tires are Falken FK-452 245/35/20. My suspension is L-tuned shocks and Daizen Springs 1.9" f/1.7"r. Just got everything put in about 2 days ago. I dont even think the springs settled all the way through yet.
Tires are Falken FK-452 245/35/20. My suspension is L-tuned shocks and Daizen Springs 1.9" f/1.7"r. Just got everything put in about 2 days ago. I dont even think the springs settled all the way through yet.
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Originally Posted by 49IS300
Sorry guys. It would have helped if i gave you more info. Im running Iforged wheels. Wheels are 20x8.5 in the front and 20x10 in the back. I didnt expect to be rubbing either since when I ordered the wheels they were made to fit with minimal fender mods. I dont know the offset since Iforged does not provide that info.
Tires are Falken FK-452 245/35/20. My suspension is L-tuned shocks and Daizen Springs 1.9" f/1.7"r. Just got everything put in about 2 days ago. I dont even think the springs settled all the way through yet.
Tires are Falken FK-452 245/35/20. My suspension is L-tuned shocks and Daizen Springs 1.9" f/1.7"r. Just got everything put in about 2 days ago. I dont even think the springs settled all the way through yet.
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Yes Rom, thats where Im rubbing. Yesterday I tried pushing the liner up out of the way, it helped a little. I rub on bumps, when im driving downhill, turning right, and a lot on the freeway. For now I'll just take it easy til Saturday. Thanks for everyones input.
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Yes Rom, thats where Im rubbing. Yesterday I tried pushing the liner up out of the way, it helped a little. I rub on bumps, when im driving downhill, turning right, and a lot on the freeway. For now I'll just take it easy til Saturday. Thanks for everyones input.
and then you can use heat gun to heat and push up the rest of the fender flap
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