Tire fitment issues?, 205/60/15.....Problem with drivers front |
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Tire fitment issues?, 205/60/15.....Problem with drivers front |
championgt1 |
Jul 28 2010, 10:19 PM
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Don't embarrass me Filmore! Group: Members Posts: 2,680 Joined: 3-January 07 From: Tacoma, Washington Member No.: 7,420 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
Strange problem. I did alot of searching and found that quite a few people are running 205/60/15 with no issues. I got my tires mounted and tonight put them on the car. They all clear the fenders with no issues. Backs have about 3/4 inch clearance and the fronts have about an inch. The problem is the drivers front seems to be hitting the shock. I can reach in and feel that the inside of the tire is very close to the shock. I can roll the car without it rubbing but when I push on the drivers side of the front bumper I can hear and feel the inside of the tire impact the shock. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sad.gif) I have not driven it, as I am a little scared to drive it like this.
The shocks are older Bilstiens. Anything to look for? Tips? Solution to space the wheel and tire away from the shock? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif) I would hate to have to dismount these tires and go back to 195's. |
Elliot Cannon |
Jul 28 2010, 10:44 PM
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914 Guru Group: Retired Members Posts: 8,487 Joined: 29-December 06 From: Paso Robles Ca. (Central coast) Member No.: 7,407 Region Association: None |
Sounds like you might want to try about an 8mm spacer. Move the tire out just a little. Or as much as you need for the tire not to touch the shock. I have 205's on my car and use a spacer. My back spacing might be a bit different but it could be worth a try.
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