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Old 05-13-2005, 08:20 PM
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Default 15 inch slicks on a C4?

Anyone running 15 inch slicks?
What size?
16 inch slicks and Drag TAs are a little hard to get in this part of the world (expensive , special import)
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I don't think they'll clear the rear calipers...

Check in the drag section...they should be able to give you a definitive answer...
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Originally Posted by Joe90
I don't think they'll clear the rear calipers...

Check in the drag section...they should be able to give you a definitive answer...
I saw someone local run them on a late C4... and he didn't have rear calipers or pads on his car. I wouldn't do it if you have to modify or remove the brakes to use them.
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If your car has 12" rear rotors, you can grind some on the the rotors, and use a 1/4" wheel spacer, and they will clear.
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I grinded down the fins off the caliper and used a 5/16th spacer to clear my 15" wheels.

You'll need longer studs as well.
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