[DeTomaso] Roll fenders for new wheels & tires?

[Garth Rodericks]

Corey,

Roll the fender lips now. You can test fit wheels all you like and clearance will appear fine, but that doesn't test fit when the suspension goes into compression. The problem arises when you turn into a driveway or cross a speed bump with the wheel turned - the suspension compresses, the wheel rises up in the wheel well, and the tire tread grabs the fender lip and yanks it out. It's not difficult to do this, and it's an ugly site, especially after a new paint job.


Roll the lips now and avoid the risk!

Cheers!
Garth




--- Original Message ---
Pantera #1998 is headed for paint in December, and I'm getting everything ready.  I've been test fitting trim and other body accessories prior to paint.  However, I won't have the wheels & tires that I want before it gets painted.  I am planning on the vendor-style 17" rim package, probably with 17"x8 front and 17x11 rear, with 225-50-R17 front and 335-35-R17 rear tires.  Do I need to roll my fender inner lips?  The fender lips have never been rolled.  If I need to, then I would think now is the time to roll them.  

Thanks,   Corey