1997 Ford F150 Wheels rubbing

1997 FORD F-150
135,000 MILES • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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DETROIT1334
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I recently bought an F150 where the previous owner went from 15 to 17 inch rims. what would be the best way to keep the wheels from rubbing a lift kit or wheel spacers.
Mar 20, 2010 at 6:18 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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We always recommend staying with direct fit parts. However, are you able to get a lower profile tire?
Mar 20, 2010 at 4:46 PM
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DETROIT1334
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I really would rather keep the tires becouse they still have 30k on the warrenty plus I really like the look of the tires.
Mar 20, 2010 at 11:16 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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I understand. If they are rubbing that bad, I would suggest a body lift. However, please remember, I am recommending the correct size tires because when you lift the vehicle, you loose stability.
Mar 21, 2010 at 2:54 PM
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