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Old Apr 24, 2007 | 04:12 PM
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Bumper bracket MOD?

I am about to purchase some O.Z. Ultraleggera's with 215/45/17 tires.

I have read up on this combination and understand that it may rub a bit. I have also read that the rear bump brackets can be modified to make them work.

Does anyone have pictures of this bracket mod. I would like to do this before i have a problem with the rub.

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Old Apr 24, 2007 | 07:39 PM
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The Ultraleggera's are ET37, so my setup is close to what you're planning to install.

I just installed a set of Enkei GTC01's (ET38) with GY F1's 215/45/17. I have the JCW suspension. Alex said that I may have an issue with the tires rubbing on the bumper bracket inner rear fender well plastic 'bump' at the rear of the wheel well, but, so far I have not experienced any clearance issues. My guess is that you'll probably be OK, unless your car is lowered more than about 1".
 
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Old Apr 24, 2007 | 09:35 PM
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I have the JCW suspension too. I just wanted to get it done while i had the car in the air with the wheels off.

The shop I use is very user friendly.
 
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