Damn tires rub!
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Damn tires rub!
I just got my new tires mounted (225/45/16 HR2) and the fronts rub. I didn't think I would have any issues but I guess the front end is a bit too low. I bent two of the underliner tabs back, and still need to cut away a bit of the underliner. Hopefully that will get it fixed. Anyone else experienced this problem?
I'll get some pics up soon.
-Michael-
I'll get some pics up soon.
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I have noticed several people over at miata.net with these tires without issue. I guess they had factory suspension. Yes I know they are an inch taller in Dia. I have used the tire size calculator many times. I think with a bit of trimming everything will work out just fine. It certainly has a much more aggresive appearance with the new rubber.
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I have noticed several people over at miata.net with these tires without issue. I guess they had factory suspension. Yes I know they are an inch taller in Dia. I have used the tire size calculator many times. I think with a bit of trimming everything will work out just fine. It certainly has a much more aggresive appearance with the new rubber.
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-Michael-
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They certainly don't look like a 4x4. They fill in the fender tire gap much better and IMO has a more racecar look. After some driving, it appears that the top most inner fender liner tab is rubbing pretty bad. Not sure if I should bend the tab back or pull out the liners. I might take you up on the offer Kelly, if I can't get this to work for me.
-Michael-
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Just taking that one upper liner bolt out on each side really cuts down on the tire damage. I have to roll my rears mainly when I switched to the Tein Flex Coilovers and gained all that suspension travel back.
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