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Spring + tire clearance question!

  • Thread starter Thread starter American_Muscle
  • Start date Start date May 4, 2006
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American_Muscle

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Hey guys,

I just installed MMR coilovers on my 5.0 and I'm trying to find out if the clearance between the tire and spring is enough.

I can fit my index finger between the 2.

I have big hands so that comes out to maybe 1/4" or 1/3".

Will the tire rock any causing it to rub?

How much is a safe clearance?

Thanks
Patrick
 
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Your wheel/tire camber should not change that much during cornering with radial tires (unless you're open track road course or something breaks). It will be fine.
 
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