CorsePerVita

So I debated and debated on how I wanted to fix the issue with the large tires. I had various opinions from "Just space them" to "Different tires". I went ahead and just went back to OEM size. What an enormous difference!

After looking at the damage it caused... I wanted to post if there is a way to fix this? I did not make it through the line, however, I have no idea how thick they are. I think I'm going to just go ahead and replace it to be on the safe side.

Opinions? It's not a huge spot, but it definitely got it pretty good.

rusnak

Just curious, how much rear toe in?

I'd replace the oil line, just my $.02. The thermostat can be ruined if you don't cut the nut off or use heat.

CorsePerVita

Unsure on toe in, need to bring it in for an alignment which I plan on doing this week.

Anyone know what part # that line would be? This is the large line that appears to come from the engine up to the return line.

rusnak

I think that's a steel line. You would want to buy a new one, not used. What year is the 911?

CorsePerVita

it's an 82' 911 SC.

rusnak

It's one of these. I think 9 goes to the engine block and 10 to the tank.

CorsePerVita

Looks right! Thanks, rusnak, I greatly appreciate you taking time out of your day to help me.

rusnak

hey you're welcome. Just try to help someone else when it's your turn!

CorsePerVita

You betcha! That's what I like about this place!

Ed Hughes

Something is wrong with your alignment or the wheels are not proper. As I mentioned before, that width should have fit with no problem. I'd be wanting to fix the issue.

CorsePerVita

I'm all about fixing the issue. I thought the tire size was the issue? So 245 in the rear would fit with no spacing? I couldn't even fit a finger between the return pipe and the tire. I'll bring it in for alignment and have it checked out. I'm open for feedback. I was told they were too big at the shop as well as on here. But I can see where a bad toe-in would also cause rubbing if it were too far in.

rusnak

Oh, wow. I didn't know you were running 245.

Yes, 245/45/16 will fit with no problems at all. No spacing needed, on 9" wheels. Lots of room.

CorsePerVita

They were taller than 45, I want to say they were 245/55 or 245/50/16. The front was 225/50/16 and they were rubbing the inner fenders as you'd turn on the opposite side. I recall the rear being taller than the front, too. I'm trying to find a picture of the rear tire so I can compare. What would be the tallest 245 that would fit without it?

CorsePerVita

I will also add that I was told the car was lowered a bit? Although I am not sure exactly how much. (if that helps) Looking at pictures of stock SCs that i've seen, there is a gap that mine doesn't seem to have fender wise. Is there a measuring point I can use on the wheel or tire in the back to to the inside to measure consistency to figure out an estimated toe in? I thought that'd be something for the front though not the rear? unless you think something in the suspension is off in the rear. Guess it's best to just bring it into an alignment shop, would be cool to figure out how to check it myself though. Love learning.

rusnak

The fronts work well with 205/55/16 with 7" wheels. You can rig up a string alignment rig, or use the Harbor Freight el-cheapo toe alignment tool, or use a 6-foot bubble level pressed against the tire at the center line.