help me!

25th August 2010, 22:12

hiya ive recently purchased some 15" alloys ( 195/50/15") to replace the standard 13" rims already on the car...but the back wheels are rubbing on the inner arch this is mainly on the drivers side where the fuel tank is can anyone suggest anything, or recommend what size spacers i will need to stop them catching thanks

25th August 2010, 22:15

maybe you need to roll the arches what is the et on the alloys saxo et if 15 to 18 i think

25th August 2010, 22:20

If it's only a small amount, then a 5mm spacer will solve your problems. But you may be catching on the outer arch then. I assume it's a flat arch?

If so, use a 5mm spacer to clear the inner arch and trim the metal lip from the outer arch.

Also, check your rear wheels for any sort of camber. ensure they're not leaning in at all. As this would mean your rear beam needs replacing.

25th August 2010, 22:22

As he said ^^

25th August 2010, 22:32

as a women i aint got much clue about cars, but i do no that its a flat arch and the wheels are leaning inwards, took the handbrake off to pull forward with them fitted to see weather there catching on the inner arch and they are, but the front ones are ok! would it be ok to buy 4 lots of 5mm spacers and fit 5mm on each side at the back then if i need abit more can i fit another 5mm on each side if u no what i mean?

25th August 2010, 22:33

arent leaning inwards sorry !!!!!

25th August 2010, 22:34

If they are leaning in, your rear beam is knackered. That will need replacing first.

Then worry about spacing out the wheels.

And doubling up spacers is a big no no.

Edit: just seen your second post.

I'd personally try a set of 5mm spacers, possibly even 3mm.

What offset are the wheels?

25th August 2010, 22:44

ok thanks, im glad u said as was gonna double them up if needed! gonna get some 5mm and hpefully that will stop them catching and trim the lip if needed ! aint got a clue what the offset is all i no is they are 15" alloys with a 195/50/15" tyre on! also could the profile of the tyre have much to do with it rubbing and causing the problem?

25th August 2010, 22:48

If they're only rubbing on the inside then a small spacer may sit it perfect between the inner and outer arch.

I think you'll get away with a 50 profile tyre on a flat arch, especially if you trim the outer lip. May get problems if you're lowered though.

25th August 2010, 22:53

no it aint lowered , thanks for ya help u sound like u no what your talking about! gonna head off now and order me a set of 5mm spacers for it,and get the outer lip trimmed got another problem with the car might put that up next lol

25th August 2010, 23:03

been searching for spacers on ebay and carnt seem to find spacers for a 3 stud without spending silly money . but i came across some universal ones that will fit 4/5 stud alloys would they also work on a 3 stud ? cheers