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Old 08-28-2010, 12:10 AM   #1
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how low static drop w/o rubbing issues

wonderign how low of a a static drop you can go with out havign much rubbing problems on the front stock inner fenders? I already have a step notch in the rear.. thanks
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Old 08-28-2010, 12:16 AM   #2
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Re: how low static drop w/o rubbing issues

I want to say 5 inch front drop.
But it really depends on the size/height of the front tires.
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Old 08-28-2010, 10:31 AM   #3
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Re: how low static drop w/o rubbing issues

FWIW...I lowered the front of my 85 suburban with 2.5" spindles and cut 1 coil for a total drop of about 5 inches or so. It sat on the stock 235/75R15's and it rubbed bad, I mean almost any bump it and the tires would rub hard on the inner fenders. That and my turning radius was almost non-existant. I switched to some 225/70R15's and now I am fine. It will rub on the inners but only if I hit a good bump going too fast. Any my turning radius is back to stock also. I could've removed the inner fenders, but that will wait 'till I bag it in the spring and for now.
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