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Do I need to cut Rubi Rails????

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Old 09-08-2013, 11:01 AM
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Default Do I need to cut Rubi Rails????
I just installed 285/70/17 Duratracs, and the distance between the wheel and the rail seems too small. I looked up online and people seem to be cutting rails only with 35" tires. Do I need to cut mine, or I should be ok? I don't do any crazy off-roading or rock crawling, but I want to make sure If i go camping or something I will not damage the tire.

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Looks like you need some lift and adjustable rear control arms.
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Originally Posted by TJM12
Looks like you need some lift and adjustable rear control arms.
I do not have any lift, but I do plan on putting 2.5" in the near future. So, once I lift it, I will be OK?
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Yes, you should be fine.
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Originally Posted by TJM12
Yes, you should be fine.
Thank you very much!
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You should be fine. The tire actually moves backwards as it travels up. The control arms cause an arc of movement, not straight up.
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I'd trim it. I have 2.5" and mine was still very close. It's easy and you won't have anything to worry about after.
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Thanks again, greatly appreciate the input!!
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You need to flex it out and see if its going to rub.
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Originally Posted by Rob 12B1P
You need to flex it out and see if its going to rub.
Looking at that pic I wouldn't flex that even on a curb. It will rub for sure. Take off about 1.5", spray the cut and pop the end cap back on and your good to go.
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