ct_ua6

So not sure if this would go in tires/wheels/suspension or parts/modifications...Anyhow I recently bought some new tires (specs: 18x10 +20)and they don't clear my front brake calipers (05 MT TL) was curious if you can remove the large brembo cover to make it look like the back brake allowing the tires to clear or if thats not possible? They just barely don't clear, and trying to avoid buying spacers if I can... Thanks for any answers!

Nick216

Nope

justnspace

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the brembos are called a Big Brake Kit.
its fucking huge on purpose.

if you remove the covers, it will render the caliper USELESS!

thus why getting wheels that fit is so important. research needs to be done before pulling the trigger on wheels.

why dont you want spacers?
also, you could mill or sand down the brake caliper to where the rims do fit, but it wouldnt make the brakes very attractive....
and thats the whole point of the brakes!!! lol

some reflecting on the rims you bought needs to be done.
either get spacers to clear, or sell the wheels for something that fits

BiggPinyot

Those specs and they don't clear? Which wheels are they? And if I were you, run a spacer. If it's only 5mm, then you will be fine. Anything more, extend the lugs.

ct_ua6

Jesus dude, just a damn question...there should be a no thanks button.... Figured I'd ask the forum before buying spacers if there was a simpler fix, they're not cheap. Btw no triggered was pulled the wheels were given to me. Appreciate your

ct_ua6

XXR 521's. Yeah was just seeing if I'd be able to avoid buying them, but seems to be the only option as I thought.

justnspace

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I answered your question.

Did you not like the answers???

and my answers are the same every one will give you..
spacers or sell wheels and buy wheels that fit.

Nick216

I didnt think the crab mans response was that bad

justnspace

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i think it was my use of fuck.

justnspace

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when reading, it doesnt have the same effect as if its said out loud in common conversation.

BiggPinyot

Oh yeah. The mesh type replica wheels are notorious for not fitting on our BBKs. Did you notice how much clearance you need to fit it? Hopefully 5mm will do. I think 8mm is already pushing it. I would be too scared to run that little of thread on the wheels. Hopefully you can figure it out. If not, sell it or trade it. Regardless, good luck with your ventures.

pohljm

You think spacers are expensive? You bought the wrong car.

paperboy42190

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Forget what everyone is saying here. I say do what you want; remove your brembo brakes so that way your rims can fit. Who needs front brakes anyways? You alrdy have brakes in the rear.

Nick216

BiggPinyot

I'm sure he can find someone to trade base brakes with. Then he should be able to fit the wheel with no issues.