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Old Jul 5, 2009 | 07:36 PM
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i have a pair of konig 18x9 +30 offset, i already have spacers, the prevouis owner got the rims,and stuff setup already, i have an extra bag of spacers, and am contemplating putting an extra one (making it two for each wheel rather than just one)per wheel. but two questions have crept into my mind, will i need an alignment after, and what would be the result of running multiple spacers. looking for imput from all around.
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Old Jul 5, 2009 | 07:38 PM
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1. Too many spacers is not a good thing. Don't do it. Tread to bolt down with, stress on lugs, etc.

2. Alignment is set at the hub not the contact area/patch.
Old Jul 5, 2009 | 07:41 PM
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thanks i think i will be just getting bigger spacers, then, it look awfully close when the wheel spins, i just keep thinking that the spoke is gonna rip up the caliper
Old Jul 5, 2009 | 07:44 PM
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As long as it clears by 1-2mm it should be OK. Get longer wheel studs to insure you have enough to attach the lugnuts to.
Old Jul 5, 2009 | 07:49 PM
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where can i get longer wheel studs, and will i have to have shop install them?
Old Jul 6, 2009 | 05:06 AM
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Vendors here have them. No, it can be done at home.




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