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Orange97GTVert · 01-18-2005, 08:28 PM

Try the shocks first, you probably need them anyway, but the rims probably need more backspacing. These cars originally had 14 X 5" rims on them with little skinny tires. Wider rims sometimes cause rubbing on the fenders. There is a way to "roll" the fender lip in some so it doesn't rub. Otherwise, you will either ruin your fender or ruin your tire if you don't drive like a little old lady all the time, and what fun is that?

01-18-2005, 08:28 PM	#2
Orange97GTVert Mustang Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Tyler, TX Posts: 568	Re: 67 , convert, new rims hit fenders on sharp turns Try the shocks first, you probably need them anyway, but the rims probably need more backspacing. These cars originally had 14 X 5" rims on them with little skinny tires. Wider rims sometimes cause rubbing on the fenders. There is a way to "roll" the fender lip in some so it doesn't rub. Otherwise, you will either ruin your fender or ruin your tire if you don't drive like a little old lady all the time, and what fun is that? __________________ Harold Phillips www.mustangsofeasttexas.org 1997 Mustang GT Convertible, 4.6L Auto, Autumn Orange w/Saddle Tan Top & Leather Interior, Styling Bar, 17 X 9 Polished Cobra R's on Nitto NT 555's, Ford Racing Bullitt Suspension package, Mac CAI, Steeda UDP's, Flowmaster 40 Series Catback, SCT X-Calibrator II, Zaino Shine, 7 time Show Winner, driven daily