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Old 03-17-2014, 10:42 AM
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Stock z06 rim with spacers in the back. Lowered on koni yellows and bmr lowering springs. What can I do!!!
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Could you be more specific where/how it is rubbing? How long its been going on, etc.

Rolling the fenders is about all you can do if its rubbing on the outside, besides stretching or metal work on the rear. Could be a simple fix, maybe the spacers with stock offset causing this problem?
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Originally Posted by 98ws666
Could you be more specific where/how it is rubbing? How long its been going on, etc.

Rolling the fenders is about all you can do if its rubbing on the outside, besides stretching or metal work on the rear. Could be a simple fix, maybe the spacers with stock offset causing this problem?
It just happened for the first time, but i haven't had it on the road for long. The outer fender lip cut into it.
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Roll the fenders or lose the spacers is my best guess for where to start.
I had terrible rubbing that rolling took care of 275/35R20. Just a 45 degree roll, don't score the paint and use a heat gun if you DIY
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Originally Posted by 98ws666
Roll the fenders or lose the spacers is my best guess for where to start.
I had terrible rubbing that rolling took care of 275/35R20. Just a 45 degree roll, don't score the paint and use a heat gun if you DIY
I just took the spacers off, so far it has solved the problem. I may still get somebody to roll them for me though.
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Has the rear end been centered using an adjustable panhard bar?
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Has the rear end been centered using an adjustable panhard bar?
Nope, but Im quickly seeing that it should be on my list.
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Originally Posted by Tolley's94z28
Nope, but Im quickly seeing that it should be on my list.
Get a adjustable phb, also check your bump stops if they are worn or almost gone then go ahead replace them. My car rubbed because mine were about rotted off.



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