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73-87 Chevy _ GMC Trucks => Brakes, Frame, Steering & Suspension => The Lows (Lowering/Drops) => Topic started by: stepside454 on February 15, 2004, 09:25:00 pm

Title: Lowered C10 tire clearance issue
Post by: stepside454 on February 15, 2004, 09:25:00 pm

Ive got a 75 C-10 short step that was already lowered when I bought, not sure how much drop it has, but I like the look & the ride.
 I just realized how little room I have in the front from the top of the tire to the inner wheel well.
 Theres only 1.75" - 2.0" of clearance.
 So far the only rubbing Ive noticed is for example if I make a turn while goinh up or maybe down a hill, like a steep approach.. no big deal there.
 My concern is if it rubs while @ speed, like a brige appraoch or a big dip a 70 mph & it rubs. will it just rub, or will it be a safety issue. If anyone has a simialer situation let me know if I need to be concerned about it. John

Title: tire rub
Post by: pushrod58 on February 16, 2004, 07:06:00 am

I wouldn`t worry about it.

Title: tire rub
Post by: DrpdShrty on February 16, 2004, 10:07:00 pm

I have the same problem...but its not very often like you said.  it may scuff up the underneath of your wheel wells a little but no damage. As far as safety goes, unless you are doin like 120mph and hit a big bump....you should be alright.

Title: tire rub
Post by: stepside454 on February 17, 2004, 07:26:00 am

cool I think Ill be alright than