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    What is tire stretch and what is the reason for? (Ima noob hah) Is it just for fitting purposes?

    #2
    Originally posted by Shurik View Post
    What is tire stretch and what is the reason for? (Ima noob hah) Is it just for fitting purposes?
    I stretch my r-comps to stiffen the side walls up a bit.


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      #3
      Originally posted by Shurik View Post
      What is tire stretch and what is the reason for? (Ima noob hah) Is it just for fitting purposes?
      Mad stance and doriftos bro.
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      Originally posted by DEV0 E30
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        #4
        Originally posted by Shurik View Post
        What is tire stretch and what is the reason for? (Ima noob hah) Is it just for fitting purposes?
        Show us a picture

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          #5
          Mostly cosmetic. To fit wider wheels and be low. The slanted sidewall makes it possible to clear the fender...or at least close to it

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            #6
            Originally posted by series88 View Post
            Mostly cosmetic. To fit wider wheels and be low. The slanted sidewall makes it possible to clear the fender...or at least close to it
            Thanks! Yea that's what I figured it was for - to help clear the fender. Does it affect the driving in any way? Pros and cons?

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