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"91-'92 Firehawk Wheels Rub on Tie-rod End

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Old Feb 28, 2001 | 08:11 AM
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Car: 1992 Camaro Z28
Engine: 406
Transmission: T56
Axle/Gears: 4.10 GM 7.5 10-bolt
"91-'92 Firehawk Wheels Rub on Tie-rod End

I have a '92 Z28 and am trying to run the 17" X 9.5" Ronal Firehawk rims with 275 40ZR17 Bridgestone Potenza RE730/Nitto NT555R Drag radials. The problem is, the inside edge of the rim rubs on the tie-rod end. Is this a common problem, or do I need to grind off a small amount from my tie-rod end? I'm trying to avoid spacers if at all possible. I only need a few millimeters to get it to clear. How did the Firehawks avoid this?

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Old Feb 28, 2001 | 03:01 PM
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Hey Frank, The Z28 in CHP awhile back used TT II's 17X9.5's with the same size tires that your using.With a 5.5" backspacing it did mention grinding a small amount off the tierod ends.I'm not sure what your backspacing on those wheels are but it would have to be close to the 5.5. I'd say grind i minimal amount off and see if helps but don't get to carried away.weak tierod=badnews

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