Slight problem...need advice

[woyster_00z71]

Well guys, as in my previous post, my 3" body lift, ford torsion bar keys, and 315/70R17 tires went on my Tahoe last week. Everything is great except for one problem I tracked down today. It seems under heavy acceleration while turning and when going over light dips/bumps the rear tires are hitting a rear suspension member.

 

I know this probably isn't the best solution but is there a way to use spacers to move the rear wheels out between 1/4" and 1/2"? Is there such a spacer made? What about using something like a thick washer? Like I said, I know it probably isn't the best solution but all I need to do is move the wheels out between 1/4"and 1/2" and they will clear the suspension member. Any other ideas?

 

Thanks,

B.J.

[mdub]

These guys make what you're looking for. The spacer you choose should exceed the length of your lug bolts, or else you'll have to grind off the excess from each bolt. Click on the 'Adapters and Spacers' link:

 

http://www.performancewheel.com/

[MountaineerTom]

Yeah, I'd say a spacer is what you need, or grind off some of whatever it's rubbing on.

[woyster_00z71]

Well, I solved the problem last night. I took off the rear wheels and looked around at what they were rubbing on. I had bought some washers and was going to use them to space out the wheels but after putting them on and bolting it up I didn't feel like it was a safe solution. That is when I busted out the dremel tool. After some cutting and grinding I have no more rubbing problems!

 

It rained off an on all weekend so I didn't get a chance to wash it and take some photos. Hopefully sometime this week (or maybe Friday/this weekend) I will get some pictures.

 

Thanks.

B.J.