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thomps92

05-29-2015 10:46 PM

Rim Size, Scrub Lines and Airbags....need input please

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Hello, I have AirRide control arms with Dominator 2600 bags up front on my 1983 C10. I am currently running 15 inch rims all around and would like opinions on the minimal rim size to avoid scrub line issues up front. Obviously 15 inch rims up front poses a serious scrub line issue if there were to be a front tire blowout. SO my question is ......What is the minimal rim size to avoid such issues? 17inch? 18 inch? or do I have to resort to 20 inch wheels to avoid serious injury? I was leaning towards 17inch wheels, but after closer inspection it'll definitely be pretty close even with that size. I'm looking out for my safety and my passenger's safety. Thank you for your input

andrewmp6

05-30-2015 03:01 AM

Re: Rim Size, Scrub Lines and Airbags....need input please

Where and what is your tire rubbing on?

thomps92

05-30-2015 07:15 AM

Re: Rim Size, Scrub Lines and Airbags....need input please

It's not rubbing on anything

naphtali5725

05-30-2015 08:36 AM

Re: Rim Size, Scrub Lines and Airbags....need input please

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Originally Posted by thomps92 (Post 7191341)

It's not rubbing on anything

so you are wanting to know the smallest rim that will keep the control arms etc. from hitting the pavement after a blowout... in other words, if it is running just on the rims, how big do they need to be to keep suspension from dragging the road.. correct?

thomps92

05-30-2015 12:53 PM

Re: Rim Size, Scrub Lines and Airbags....need input please

Yes. That is correct. I had to learn the hard way about the seldom talked about topic of scrub line issues and front control arms and airbags. So I was seeking input about what other's experience has been with a similar set up and what would be the minimal rim size I would have to go with on the front to avoid any problems. 15's are out, 16's are out. Would 17 suffice, or would it be better to go with 18's? Or even 20's (even though I cringe at that thought. LOL). Thanks

SCOTI

05-31-2015 08:33 PM

Re: Rim Size, Scrub Lines and Airbags....need input please

The larger the rim diameter, the safer you would potentially be.

thomps92

05-31-2015 10:12 PM

Re: Rim Size, Scrub Lines and Airbags....need input please

Ok. Sweet! That settles it. 20 inchers up front, 15 inchers in the back. You saw it here first.

SCOTI

06-01-2015 11:05 AM

Re: Rim Size, Scrub Lines and Airbags....need input please

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Originally Posted by thomps92 (Post 7193256)

Ok. Sweet! That settles it. 20 inchers up front, 15 inchers in the back. You saw it here first.

I hope that's just a joke.....

thomps92

06-01-2015 12:32 PM

Re: Rim Size, Scrub Lines and Airbags....need input please

haha. Nope. I'm not joking at all.

SCOTI

06-01-2015 01:04 PM

Re: Rim Size, Scrub Lines and Airbags....need input please

I'd stick w/some 20's on all 4 corners.

thomps92

06-01-2015 08:16 PM

Re: Rim Size, Scrub Lines and Airbags....need input please

Ok. Thanks. That's precisely the input I was looking for

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