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It doesnt fit! WHat do i do? I need to figure this out by tommorow

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Lynx331

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Hey guys. Im going to the track saturday so i need to figure this out. I went and picked up a set of Mickey Tompson ET Drags yesterday for my GT. The size is 28x10.5x15. I put them on a set of turbines, the only problem is since i have the GT, with the ground effects it rubs the rear ground effect on both sides, and rubs the inner fender well. Im thinking a set of spacers will clear up the inner fenderwell problem... but what do i do about it rubbing on the ground effects?? IS there some way i can jack the car up and maybe that would help it clear?? I could take pics if that would help anyone. Im just so rushed and i need some type of slicks or something or going to the track is going to be pointless on my bfg comp t/a's.... Is there some way i can get these to fit in a gt wheel well?
Thanks everyone for your help, its greatly appreciated
Mike
 

Stang8URMPRT

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Should have bought smaller tires. You'll need to modify the inner fenderwell a lot with a nice hammer and probably roll the fender lip unless you use some kind of air bags in the springs. As for the ground effects? No idea there.
 
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If you just bought them I'd bring them back and exchange them for some 26" tall tires. Will fit much better.
 

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yeah you need 26 x 8's

28" tall puts your rear gears down to about 3.55
and you have no need for a 10 1/2" slick
cheater slick yes...but full slick no
26 x 8 will cure all your probs
 
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26x10.5 on turbines fit great, 28's are just to tall.
 
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