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Old May 2, 2002 | 06:16 AM
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Car: 1986 IROC-Z
Engine: 5.0 TPI
Transmission: 700R4
Tires rub on hard turning

I recently put a set of 91-92 16" Z28 wheels on my 86 Sport Coupe. When I turn hard, such as when parking, I can hear the tires rubbing. Anyone else have this problem? Solutions? I was thinking perhaps the car needs an alignment. Someone else sugested 1/4" spacers.
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Old May 3, 2002 | 02:33 PM
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From: Granada hills,ca
Car: 88 Iroc vert
Engine: 305 tpi. cts-v brakes
Transmission: Tremec T-56
Axle/Gears: 3.23
are u lowered?do u have the rims on right meaning rears on rears ect...
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Old May 3, 2002 | 03:30 PM
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From: Doghouse ······································ Car: 1989 Formula 350 Vert Engine: 350 L98 Transmission: 700R4 Axle/Gears: B&W 3.27
Car: 87 Formula T-Top, 87 Formula HT
Engine: 5.1L TPI, 5.0L TPI
Transmission: 700R4, M5
Axle/Gears: Sag 3.73, B&W 3.45
my tires gently rub the front of the plastic inner fender when in reverse. I am using the stock tire size. 245/50R16

John
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