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Old Oct 26, 2007 | 12:08 AM
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Originally Posted by Carbed4thGen
Since we're on the minitub idea. Would i need to minitub to fit a 315-60-15 MT DR iwth 5 inch backspaced wheel and rearend around 3 inches shorter?
Yes. With that exact setup, I have only 3/4" between the tire and the lower control arm. You will also have to stretch the metal in front of the wheel.
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Old Oct 26, 2007 | 12:54 AM
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Originally Posted by Black Sunshine/ 00SS
Yes. With that exact setup, I have only 3/4" between the tire and the lower control arm. You will also have to stretch the metal in front of the wheel.
That's why I am relocating the LCA's because I want my tire to tuck in and be centered in the tub.

Seems like a lot of work to use bigger tubs then not be able to use an inch or two because the tire hits the LCA.

You fit the 315 60 15 by only trimming the forward side of the fender lip?

I am deciding between running a 30x10.5 or 315 60 15.

More leaning towards the 315 60 15 because I plan to drive my car often on the street.

You have photos of the fender lip after you trimmed it?
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Old Oct 26, 2007 | 10:31 AM
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Before the tub, I could not get the 28"W slick to fit, because it hit the inner metal. It doesn't now.

I fit the 315 by adjusting the LCA's back a little, trimming the metal forward and rearward of the tire, (metal in front, plastic in rear). 3" off each side of the rear end.

I'll take some pics, after I am done racing for the year.
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