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Old 07-21-2010, 01:46 PM
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22 inch wheel rubs

I recently purchased 22 inch rims for my S550 I never knew that It would rub when hitting dips is there a fix for it or am I out of $$$ putting 22's on?
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Originally Posted by mjones5793
I recently purchased 22 inch rims for my S550 I never knew that It would rub when hitting dips is there a fix for it or am I out of $$$ putting 22's on?

need A LOT more info that that, what width, offset, tires, etc.. is it lowered? pics?
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Roll your fenders. mine rubbed too i rolled and it was fine after that

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I recently purchased 22 inch rims for my S550 I never knew that It would rub when hitting dips is there a fix for it or am I out of $$$ putting 22's on?
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The size for front 22X9.5 5X112 and rear 22X10.5 5X112 I will try to up load pic later having trouble uploading
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+1, That's not a big issue just get the fenders rolled, the price should be pretty reasonable. Shouldn't cost you more that $100-150. I believe I paid about $80 to get mine done, but mine only slightly rubbed and I was also getting other things done.
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You say the fenders needs to be rolled would that be from a body shop? What about the spring bolt that is directly over the tire under the front wheels do they ever rub, my clearance is only like three inches. Thanks for the replies on this matter.

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You say the fenders needs to be rolled would that be from a body shop? What about the spring bolt that is directly over the tire under the front wheels do they ever rub, my clearance is only like three inches. Thanks for the replies on this matter.
The bolt im thinking of moves up and down with the wheel, so its not a problem

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That would be great if that moves up and down with the wheel, half my problem would be solved. The company that put my wheels on said I had a nice car but messed it up by putting 22's on what is your take?
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The height plays a factor, but even if you raised it up you most likely would still have a rubbing issues. After rolling my fenders, I can lower my car as low as I want and I don't have any rubbing. However if you simply just bolt it down I'm sure you are going to have a rough ride. Getting your fenders rolled is a simple process and really doesn't envolve any major work being done. Bolting down the car will surely damage something, it's your choice of what to do to correct the issue.
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I think, if you like the way it looks that's all that matters, just make sure you have the right offset.

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That would be great if that moves up and down with the wheel, half my problem would be solved. The company that put my wheels on said I had a nice car but messed it up by putting 22's on what is your take?
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You never told me where I need to go to get the fenders rolled i.e..body shop
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Yes you need to have a shop that specialize in aftermarket modifications (body kits, suspension, etc.) to do the job. You can start be searching the net for shops in your area that specialize in this type of work.
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There is a tap where the rear quarter panel meets the rear bumper, roll that and half your rubbing will be over.

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