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post Mar 16 2005, 01:39 AM
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Here's the case: I have a Volvo 850 1994 with an H&R set of springs ( 1.2 inch drop front and 1.0 inch drop rear ). I recently ordered a set of 4 18 inches wheel. My question is:

Are 225-40-18 too big for my car or they might be ok?

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post Mar 16 2005, 07:40 AM
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As long as the offset is very close to factory you should be fine.There might be a slight rub on full turns.
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post Mar 16 2005, 07:47 AM
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You can get an extra set of spacers from volvo to prevent you turning the lock to far.
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post Mar 16 2005, 09:49 AM
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QUOTE(volvo145 @ Mar 16 2005, 06:47 AM)
You can get an extra set of spacers from volvo to prevent you turning the lock to far.


If you do that it will take a football feild to turn around.It limits the steering so much.
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post Nov 11 2006, 09:05 PM
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I just bought an 02 S60T with 17" wheels and 235/45/17 tires and experience the tire rub problem too. The Volvo service dept. mentioned the spacers as well. I read that another poster (can't find the strand again) had Volvo replace the axle under warranty. Has anyone else had this done?
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post Nov 12 2006, 08:49 AM
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Volvo replaced the axle beacause of the rubbing issue?
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They actually replaced the steering rack.
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