HELP...Help... Possible Tire Rub

[330isport]

I have a 330I that I just put 18" Wheels and tires on. I have the sport and premium pkg and for sum reason when I go over dips and bumps they sound like that are rubbing. As a foactory option I could have gotten 18" why are they rubbing now?

Can anybody give me some advise on what to do?

 

[Tom]

How wide are your rims? What do you have?

 

[330isport]

Rim Size

I have 18x8 with 38mm offsets and (F)225x40 and (R)255x35

 

[Tom]

Thet front tires are fine..the rear tires may be the reason for the rubbing.

 

[330isport]

Hmmm...

The factory Specs say the 255x35 are ok. Any sugestion on what I should do? I wonder if I need stiffer spings?

 

[Tom]

It'd probably be cheaper to have your fenders rolled.

 

[330isport]

Excuse my ignorance but, what is that?

 

[Tom]

Excuse my ignorance but, what is that?

Basically they use a tool to stretch out your fender a little for added clearance. Most bodyshops or tire/wheel shops can do this for you.

 

[330isport]

You have been a great help, Thanks. one last question... Would stiffer springs help or do I need to find a fender roller?

 

[Tom]

Stiffer springs might help but I'm not sure if it will alleviate the problem completely.

Only other option is to:
1) Get your fenders rolled.
-OR-
2) Get thiner tires.