Suspension block of some sort to help against scraping?
#1
Suspension block of some sort to help against scraping?
Hello fellow enthusiast. SO i've heard from and older individual that supposedly there is a piece in the form of some time of block or cube. This is meant to help stop the scraping of the tires and the fenders. I was told they sold this at the local autoparts stores. Thing is the guy was drunk so idk if what he said then and there was legit or if it was crap. lol. help anybody? I swapped out my OEM wheels and rims for 17s with a wider tire width a long time ago. Whenever i catch a dip or train track or slight unlevel spot in the road my cart bounces and the tire hits the fender,making a painful scrape on my tire. Hope this helps answering my problem!
#4
scrapin' & bumpin'...........
If ya are scraping presently on stock suspension, the chances are that ya will need to pull, roll, and trim ........ once ya drop the car. Alot depends on the rim's width and offset......along with the tire diameter.
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Yes, they make a rubber spacer that goes in between the coils of your springs. It keeps the springs from compressing as much. They can be bought at automotive stores (advanced auto, O' reilly, Autozone, etc. ). I used them before to temporarily stop from scrubbing. I eventually trimmed my inner fender lips (with a dremel) to add more clearance. This was 12 years ago when I first bought my 99 TL so I was unaware of "rolling" fenders back then.
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NO. What the guy was talking about was simply a rubber piece designed to go between the coils (usually on a sagging suspension) to help add some lift. You can not use those to solve your problem. You need to
A: Get different rims that fit properly
B: Roll/Stretch your fenders to get the wheels to fit.
C: Both A & B
A: Get different rims that fit properly
B: Roll/Stretch your fenders to get the wheels to fit.
C: Both A & B
#10
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First off, what is the offset to your rims? Its usually stamped on the back of the rim.
Where are you rubbing? Front AND Rear? just the rear?
Here is a video.
Where are you rubbing? Front AND Rear? just the rear?
Here is a video.
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#12
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Have you tried trimming the tabs to see if that is your rubbing issue? (look in DIY thread for tab trimming)
As for rolling cost, usually not to bad, sometimes you can find a place to rent the tool and do it yourself. Personally from knowing how easy it is i wouldnt pay more than 200 for the 2 rear quarters to be rolled.
#14
Try pulling a rim and check for stamping.
Easy enough to trim the tabs.....check the past threads for simple "DIY"s if unsure how to do it. Have someone push down on the car's fenders while ya look at the tire positioning noting where clearance may be needed.
Easy enough to trim the tabs.....check the past threads for simple "DIY"s if unsure how to do it. Have someone push down on the car's fenders while ya look at the tire positioning noting where clearance may be needed.
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Usually. And yes, it is easierIF that is all that needs to be done. It is NOT a replacement or fix for not having to roll fenders if that is what really needs to be done.
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https://acurazine.com/forums/2g-tl-1999-2003-98/new-official-2nd-gen-tl-diy-thread-706083/
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#19
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what size tires do you have? from the pic in your avatar it looks like you have something like 225/55/17 and size like that would probably cause the rubbing in the rear. if you are planning to lower, i'd suggest thinner profile/correct size tire depending on your drop goals
#20
damn..that seems so legit that it may be right. lol. fuck i hate being a noob. ANd i was told yesterday i outta buy a camber kit so i wont need to roll my fenders, i just dont wanna make my car look like a hover craft n shit. lol. well the rear tires tho are actually 245 i believe
#21
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damn..that seems so legit that it may be right. lol. fuck i hate being a noob. ANd i was told yesterday i outta buy a camber kit so i wont need to roll my fenders, i just dont wanna make my car look like a hover craft n shit. lol. well the rear tires tho are actually 245 i believe
#23
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And odds are because of that tire size your rim has a pretty low offset and that is your issue.
#24
If ya misplaced your jack, ya could try turning the front wheels and it may be easier to find a marking on the inner rim. Ya may need to clean a bit or need a flashlight to help. Also, ya might have to spin the wheel 180'.
Ya really need to locate or buy a jack !!!
Ya really need to locate or buy a jack !!!
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