[DeTomaso] Tire clearance Problem

[Tomas Gunnarsson]

I'd start by measuring the following and compare side to side. The original
fender position (i.e. the steel part). Flare width and positioning relative
to e.g top of fender, door opening etc. Compare the specs (specifically the
offset figure) of the aftermarket wheels you have to the original GT5
Campies.

To my knowledge the next narrower size in 15" is the 285/40 tires that are
used at the front of the GT5. The 315 size I saw mentioned doesn't exist in
15" as far as I know, only 17".

Tomas

-----Original Message-----
From: detomaso-bounces at realbig.com
[mailto:detomaso-bounces at realbig.com]On Behalf Of Don Franck
Sent: den 8 november 2010 14:37
To: Pantera Forum
Subject: [DeTomaso] Tire clearance Problem


I just put new tires on my GT5 Clone.  They are 345/35 P Zeroes.  They
replace 345/35 P7's.  I hade no clearance issue with the older tires.  The
new tires rub on the drivers side.

I added adjustable shocks thinking I could lift the car up a bit and get the
clearance.  I have the drivers side cranked almost all the way up and the
passengers side up about half way from the starting point.

Here is a pick of the clearance issue:
http://www.expressionsfinechocolate.com/Don/Pantera%20Tires.jpg

Suggestions?

Adjust the passenger side shock all the way up?

Are there any other tire choices?

Get some body work done?
??????

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Don
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