DevilZX Posted May 4, 2009 Share Posted May 4, 2009 So I put on the rota rb-r 17x9.5 on the rear of my ZX. I have thoroughly rolled the fenders but I still have rubbing issues. Upon hard accel the passenger side rear wheel moves forward and strikes the leading edge of the fender (see pic). It does not rub anywhere else during squat. I am wondering if this is a cause of old rear control arm bushings. I have new urethane bushings that I didn't install yet. When I replace them, would I have any noticable difference with the wheel moving forward? Would a larger anti-roll bar assist in stopping this issue? Thanks guys! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brad-ManQ45 Posted May 5, 2009 Share Posted May 5, 2009 This could also have something to do with the subframe bushings too. JeffP put in Aluminum bushings, but man that could get rough! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
evildky Posted May 5, 2009 Share Posted May 5, 2009 another vote for crossmember bushings, might also want to look at the trailing arm bushings Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DevilZX Posted May 5, 2009 Author Share Posted May 5, 2009 Alright. I think what I meant was the trailing arm bushings. I'm not very current with the rear end suspension components. The arm with two bushings toward the front of the vehicle would be the trailing arm, correct? If so, I am guessing this is what needs stiffening/replacement. I will also look into modifying some Z31 subframe bushings and upgrading to a larger anti-roll bar (since I am auto-xing this car). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
auxilary Posted May 5, 2009 Share Posted May 5, 2009 smaller tires! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
(goldfish) Posted May 6, 2009 Share Posted May 6, 2009 Part of why jeffp made his bushings are the ZX rear tires are not center in the wheel well. I'ld look at the bushings unless you have gobs of power. It's been noted that the tires can move forward under load. There must be a good amount of force there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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