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Old 02-07-2011, 08:41 PM   #1
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Just got a brand new set of 235/45 tires. Mounted on 17x7.5" wheels +45mm offset. I plan on doing a subtle drop on h techs. Will I have any clearance issues with this tire. It does look close to the bottom strut damper but I think it could clear. I don't wanna have to switch to 225/45 or 235/40 Opinions?
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Old 02-07-2011, 08:54 PM   #2
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With the offset like that you might not rub..... It will be a close thing. You might have to roll the lips but that's about it......
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Old 02-07-2011, 09:20 PM   #3
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Tires are on the larger side for that wheel. You might rub on the fender liners depending on how low you are. I ran a set up similar to this one a couple of years ago.
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Old 02-07-2011, 09:33 PM   #4
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I don't know how accurate or relevant this is but I measured from the top of the tire to the fender lip and to the fender liner. It shows I have 2 1/4" clearance and I'm dropping 1.4"

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