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Old Sep 29, 2004 | 06:05 PM
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Here's the situation. I just trial fitted my rims, and only have about 1/4" between the top of the rim and the front spindel. Fronts are 19/9.5/+30. The question is do these parts flex or give at all during hard cornering, or is there no way they will rub? I will be running a 245/35/19 up front, so I know the rim will be the closest to rubbing due to a narrower tire. The thought of metal to metal contact worries me. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.
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Old Sep 29, 2004 | 09:43 PM
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you will be fine.... people run that size tire all the time... those rims will flex slightly, but not anywhere near a 1/4 inch...
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Old Sep 30, 2004 | 01:36 PM
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Thanks Jason. I was hoping I would not have to buy spacers. I really appreciate your help.
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Old Sep 30, 2004 | 02:02 PM
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hmmm,

245 on a 9.5? imo...that going to be streched.
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Old Sep 30, 2004 | 07:35 PM
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Yeah, but Falken doesn't make a 255 so my options are kind of limited. I want a 285/35 rear and a 255/35 front, but don't want to spend the money on Michelins. How bad do you think it will look?
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Old Oct 1, 2004 | 06:10 AM
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call me when you can I have the scoop on the S03 tires
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