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Weld draglite problem...

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cfelix7017

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I recently picked up a set of weld draglites off my local craigslist for my 89'. I just went to install the fronts and the inside of the wheel is hitting the caliper where the little metal tab is that holds the brake pads in place. I can't tell if the fronts are 3.5" or 4" wide with the tires mounted, but the tires are 185/60s. Im not sure what the problem is, and they're are barely hitting.

I call the guy I bought them from when I discovered this and of course I get no answer after no return calls after several messages ...

Anyone else have a similar probelm? Do you think I would be okay running a 1/4" spacer without doing anything to the studs since the weld lug nu goes through the wheel?

Thanks.
 
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Tap down the clip thats holding the pad on, or grind it down some. It will work fine. I chose the grinding method when I had draglites.
 
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I was planning on doing that, but I don't remeber ever having to do that on my last mustang a few years back. Is this a common problem?
 

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I think that's fairly common. I had to grind down the banjo bolts on mine in order for them not to rub.
 
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