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tires rub on optional wheel/tire combo

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sean ramey
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tires rub on optional wheel/tire combo

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The wifes 2001 V70 T5, has the 235/45/17's on it and when she turns left it rubs, is this common on this car? does she need spacers?Thanks
2001 Black V70 T5

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I have the same car - and the same problem. It's a non-issue so don't worry too much about it.

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Post by matthew1 »

Tell her to back off a degree or two when she hits the full-turn stops. 16's on 850 turbos do the same thing (mine), and it pulled off the wheel well plastic fender and fasteners.
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