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Fender Rub

Discussion in 'Wheels & Tires' started by BrandonTRD, Sep 2, 2015.

  1. Sep 2, 2015 at 10:55 AM
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    BrandonTRD

    BrandonTRD [OP] Well-Known Member

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    So I just recently installed an ICON Stage 2 suspension kit on my truck and slapped some 33" BFG All Terrains and 17" Pro comp wheels under it. I immediately noticed the mud flaps were rubbing when I would turn so I removed those and thought that would fix the problem. Now that I have free time I have been doing trails in my area a lot and I noticed that when a front wheel is compressed up from a rock or whatever obstacle I get a slight rub on the fender from my tire. Is this something I should be worried about? Will I rip off a fender or just hear a scary noise?
     
  2. Sep 2, 2015 at 11:02 AM
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    Maximus

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    Cab mount chop.
    Used to fit bigger tires and fix rubbing issues.
     
  3. Sep 2, 2015 at 11:07 AM
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    BrandonTRD

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    Do you know how much that would run me on average?
     
  4. Sep 2, 2015 at 11:12 AM
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    Usually $100 if you have a local vendor near you. I would check to see where you're rubbing first and fix what you can right now. I've popped a few fenders, just pop them back on.
     
  5. Sep 2, 2015 at 11:17 AM
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    Maximus

    Maximus Well-Known Member

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  6. Sep 2, 2015 at 10:07 PM
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    TucTaco520

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    How much front lift did you get with your icon setup?
     

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