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Old Feb 18, 2009 | 10:31 AM
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From: MOFN, AL, 70 miles from George
Default Re: HELP!!! 20" wheel fitment

Originally Posted by 05XF-LVR
The problem is only in the front, the rears are great. Here is a pick on the suspension piece that is hitting. In the pic, the car is still on the lift and there is no load, and as you can see, that piece is awfully close. Once lowered and loaded, that part sits on top of the tire, not allowing it to move.

Thanks.
Yep, that is the dreaded top balljoint nut. Spacers will fix this, along with longer lug bolts or studs/nuts.
You want to pick a length that will give you ~ 3/8" space (one finger thickness) when on the ground. 10 or 15 mm will probably do it. Try here:

http://www.ezaccessory.com/Billet_Hu...es_p/5112m.htm
 
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