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Old 10-08-2009, 06:25 PM
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Just got wheels and tires. but they rub on my frame rails. i got a few questions.

i want to buy wheel spacers. 7/16 but im not sure if my tires will rub on the outter part of my bumper. i should clear it right? i would just hate to have to trim any plastic.

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Old 10-08-2009, 06:57 PM
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I had to trim a little of the corner on my front valance. only a tiny bit, but i also have 35's that are 12.5 wide with a 4.5 inch backspacing wheel and the body lift. you should really try to stay away from wheel spacers, but since you bought the rims and tires already, that might be the best option for you.
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Old 10-08-2009, 10:31 PM
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Rubbing the frame is not gonna hurt anything. Wheel spacers may cause more problems than they solve. What are the specs on your truck, tires and wheels?
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Old 10-09-2009, 03:29 AM
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Rubbing the frame is not gonna hurt anything. Wheel spacers may cause more problems than they solve. What are the specs on your truck, tires and wheels?
what kind of problems could they cause? and im runnin 16x8 with a 4 in. backspace i believe. my tires are 12 in. wide 34 in. tallthe metric size is 305/70 R16.
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Old 10-09-2009, 02:23 PM
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Usually they cause fitment and vibration issues.
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Old 10-09-2009, 03:26 PM
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Oh i see. well i apreciate the tips. thanks!
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