Suspension Help
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Suspension Help
Hi, I just purchased a 2002 Expedition, EB, 4.6 and the PO had it lowered 2 inches with 23" wheels. I got a flat and wanted to change the wheels to 22" to get a little more rubber on the road. 305/40/22 offset is +20.
I noticed that the wheels are closer to the fender on the drivers side than they are on the passenger side.
I am rubbing on the driverside but not on the passenger side. Is this normal or is there something wrong? I tried to search but haven't found the same question in my searches. Any help is appreciated.
I noticed that the wheels are closer to the fender on the drivers side than they are on the passenger side.
I am rubbing on the driverside but not on the passenger side. Is this normal or is there something wrong? I tried to search but haven't found the same question in my searches. Any help is appreciated.
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It could be that the front end alignment camber setting for the right and left sides could make the difference, and/or worn ball joints. How much difference is there between the two sides?
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Thanks alloro!
It's about 5mm or so, I didn't take an exact measurement. I know the springs have been on the car over 8 years. Do they need to be replaced as well? I think Ill have the camber settings checked.
Should I be able to fit 305/40/23 without any rubbing? Or is 285/40/23 the widest I can get in the front with a 2'' drop?
It's about 5mm or so, I didn't take an exact measurement. I know the springs have been on the car over 8 years. Do they need to be replaced as well? I think Ill have the camber settings checked.
Should I be able to fit 305/40/23 without any rubbing? Or is 285/40/23 the widest I can get in the front with a 2'' drop?
You're worried about 3/16 of an inch difference? 
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