nhanphat

I just got 19 axis malano 8.5 front and 9.5 rear, the front wheels are rubbing on the caliper . What should I do ? Should i get 5MM H&R spacers and longer studs? or shave the caliper?

corkycal

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if you need a set of 5mm spacers let me know. i have a set that are hub centric with longer studs and excellent condition. its made by ichiba. pm me if you need these.

FunGuy

1. measure distance from inner fenderwall liner to outer most part of tire. If it measures > 5mm, Buy cheap spacers from kragens, otherwise, buy a grinder w/3 grit sandpaper and grind away

PHML

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What were your offset numbers? Just wondering.

Pete

mikevanle

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Stock calipers or bbk? I don't normally hear rims hitting stock puny calipers unless the spokes are like designed to curve in.

tmf2004

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Yea if your running stock brakes they shouldn't hit. Make sure they are the right offset.. GL

TOny

nhanphat

This is my first time buying wheels so i dont know what is the offset of these wheels, the front are running 235 35 19 with stocks brake system. Anyways thanks for all input i will get 5mm spacer and longer studs, will not shave the caliper... Thanks

corkycal

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pm sent back to you regarding the spacers.

BurgandyGS

I have the same wheels. Mine were hitting the front calipers also. I just grinded the caliper and it clears now.

DASHOCKER

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I have a 35 offset and 45 offset Milano 19x8.5 for sale in the classifieds. You will get no rubbing with those offsets. Pm me if interested. I have a seperate set of 35 offsets up from on my car now and I have no rubbing at all.

nhanphat

How much do you grinded, what type of sander do you used? Thanks

mikevanle

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I wouldn't suggest grinding the walls of the calipers. You don't want any weakspots in your brake system.

nhanphat

After all i have to grind the caliper not much just a bit, i spend $3 at lowes and 15 minutes on each side now my wheels are on.

My car have 3 finger front and back with Tanabe springs i don't like at all.

DASHOCKER

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I have a pair of 2mm spacers in my garage that I can sell you for cheap under 20 bucks. That should give you some clearance between the calipers and spoke without cutting.