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Old 11-07-03, 04:40 PM
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I have a 95 es 300 and put an 18" rim on it, when it is loaded down in the back and i go over a bump the tires rub in the wheel well. Does any one have any suggestions? i was thinkin of getting a stiffer strut in the back.
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don't load it down. my 02 does this too when the 18's are on board.
actually, just be mindful of it and take it slower over the bumps.

can't speak to springs or struts, haven't gone that route yet.

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Old 11-08-03, 04:52 PM
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its probably rubbing on the strut... get a spacer or a set of wheels with a biger offset
Old 11-08-03, 11:23 PM
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what kind of offset are u running on..?
since u said u are rubbing the wheel well. i wil assume ur offset is just too low...i think your only way to solve this problem is to roll your fender.....(dont get a spacer it will make your wheel push out more)
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This is not abnormal when u have a load on any car. It's okay actually.
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