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Rubi stock wheels w/285's & clayton arms rub

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Old Oct 4, 2008 | 03:40 PM
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Default Rubi stock wheels w/285's & clayton arms rub

Really tried to keep away from the spacers, couldn't afford new rims with proper back spacing. Went with the 285 Toyo's MT's on stock rims. Fit pretty well with the OME lift. Decided I wanted to get the steering correct, not that it drove bad, but wanted to get it back to stock (or better if possible) and also get the rear axle centered in the wheel opening.

Bought both the clayton uppers and lower control arms for the front and rear. (Really beefy BTW)

Got them installed in the rear, put on the tires and now the tires rub the arms.

Called David@Northridge and ordered the spacers ...... currently saving for new rims! Just empty every pocket!
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Old Oct 4, 2008 | 05:48 PM
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Bummer. Do you think it's a problem specific to teh "beefy" clayton arms?
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Old Oct 4, 2008 | 06:14 PM
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No, the quality of the Clayton arms could not be better. My only reason for the post is maybe get people to realize seemingly changing one small thing can easily lead to unintended consequences.

I really did my research before selecting these tires. (The Toyos are really great) but ..... I did not consider changing the control arms.
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