V70 T5 New Tires Rubbing Inner Wheel Well

KWB · Aug 23rd, 2007, 01:47

Looking for feedback on this.
I recently installed new set of Michelins on my 2004 V70 T5.
Now the tires rub the inner wheel well when turned ALL-the-way, either way. This only happens in tight maneouvers in parking lots, so no big deal. But annoying to think that Volvo failed to design for this when they put 17" wheels on the V70 for the T5 option.
Can the turning circle be adjusted?

Clan · Aug 23rd, 2007, 18:44

Are they 235 tyres?
First of all swap the left and right sides steering stop blocks on the lower suspension arms , 2 x 12mm af bolts on each one . this will present an unworn part to the arm this is likely to cure it ..
If you have 235 tyres and it doesnt help there is a kit available with thicker stop pads and also steering rack limiters which fit on the ends of the steering rack ,
So there are 2 stages to fix this
1 swap stops over
2 , Fit the kit .. if you have 235 tyres

Viper_7 · Aug 23rd, 2007, 18:47

I'd go straight for the kit.

You will be able to adjust the turning circle - but in the negative.

There's physically not enough room for the wheels to turn any further than they do.
Well known "feature"!

Vipes

IC · Aug 23rd, 2007, 18:55

Thread moved from the T-5R Register to the correct forum.

KWB · Aug 23rd, 2007, 22:56

Thanks, Clan and Viper_7,
Yes, Tires are 235's
I'm due to take my car to dealer for regular service soon.
Will be armed with useful info' when I request a fix for this.
Regards.

Aug 23rd, 2007, 01:47	#1
KWB New Member Last Online: Nov 28th, 2007 23:35 Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Port Dover	V70 T5 New Tires Rubbing Inner Wheel Well Looking for feedback on this. I recently installed new set of Michelins on my 2004 V70 T5. Now the tires rub the inner wheel well when turned ALL-the-way, either way. This only happens in tight maneouvers in parking lots, so no big deal. But annoying to think that Volvo failed to design for this when they put 17" wheels on the V70 for the T5 option. Can the turning circle be adjusted?

Aug 23rd, 2007, 18:47	#3
Viper_7 Premier Member Last Online: Aug 30th, 2013 17:33 Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: York	I'd go straight for the kit. You will be able to adjust the turning circle - but in the negative. There's physically not enough room for the wheels to turn any further than they do. Well known "feature"! Vipes __________________ S60 D5 SE 2004 Titanium Grey Winter Pack Mods: Volvo Tax disc holder - increases power output by 5% Child Seat Rear and side Volvo fitted blinds. Tree Sap from May - July. Removed at least 46 cup holders for weight reduction.

Aug 23rd, 2007, 18:55	#4
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Aug 23rd, 2007, 18:44	#2
Clan Experienced Member Last Online: Yesterday 23:45 Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: L/H side	Are they 235 tyres? First of all swap the left and right sides steering stop blocks on the lower suspension arms , 2 x 12mm af bolts on each one . this will present an unworn part to the arm this is likely to cure it .. If you have 235 tyres and it doesnt help there is a kit available with thicker stop pads and also steering rack limiters which fit on the ends of the steering rack , So there are 2 stages to fix this 1 swap stops over 2 , Fit the kit .. if you have 235 tyres

Aug 23rd, 2007, 22:56	#5
KWB New Member Last Online: Nov 28th, 2007 23:35 Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Port Dover	Thanks, Clan and Viper_7, Yes, Tires are 235's I'm due to take my car to dealer for regular service soon. Will be armed with useful info' when I request a fix for this. Regards.

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