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Pearldrummer7
09-04-2015, 09:56 AM
I have RPF1's in 5x100, 17x9 + 35 flair, and they rub Wayne's lower arms the tiniest bit. (255 Direzza Z2 star spec tires) It's worn the powdercoat right off and a small amount of the tire's face off.

I was thinking of running small spacers to ensure they don't (link (http://www.amazon.com/5x100-Hubcentric-Spacers-Subaru-Impreza/dp/B00A7I2SU0)) rub any more.

My question is 2 part:
-Is this alright on stock studs? I figure 3mm is probably okay, but maybe that's pushing the limits of the stock studs.
-Is there another way to get more clearance that I'm not thinking of? I can't find a light wheel with less offset in that size.

Bob_n_Cincy
09-04-2015, 11:08 AM
I have RPF1's in 5x100, 17x9 + 35 flair, and they rub Wayne's lower arms the tiniest bit. (255 Direzza Z2 star spec tires) It's worn the powdercoat right off and a small amount of the tire's face off.

I was thinking of running small spacers to ensure they don't (link (http://www.amazon.com/5x100-Hubcentric-Spacers-Subaru-Impreza/dp/B00A7I2SU0)) rub any more.

My question is 2 part:
-Is this alright on stock studs? I figure 3mm is probably okay, but maybe that's pushing the limits of the stock studs.
-Is there another way to get more clearance that I'm not thinking of? I can't find a light wheel with less offset in that size.

Frank,
have you modified spacers to move the front of the lower trailing arm toward the center of the car?
Bob

Pearldrummer7
09-04-2015, 11:48 AM
Frank,
have you modified spacers to move the front of the lower trailing arm toward the center of the car?
Bob

Yes I have. The rub is slightly worse on one side than the other. It barely rubs, but it definitely does.