How to Roll Fenders??? Rubbing Issues

[Gemini]

Ok guys, I just put on some 17s but the tires on the rear wheels are 225/45/17. Yeah, I know, too bug. My boy had them on his CB and basically had the same drop as me. I'm lowered 2.25" (back might be 2.5" because it sits lower than the front) and the rear wheels rub. Everyone always says roll the fenders but what exactly do you guys mean?? My boy said that he used a plyer and bend the fender lip/edge inwards/upwards when he had them on so they dont rub. I did the same thing this morning but they rub a bit when making corners or when I hit a pothole. I dont think it hitting the control arm but it could be also. I see residue on the fender lip so I know it rubbing on the fender. Someone give me some info on rolling fenders..

[Gemini]

dont worry , found it
http://www.vtec.net/articles/view-ar...rticle_id=3511

I should know better....search , search , search

[Night Wolf]

use a bat (old style)

[accrdpower]

get some tweezers, a book of matches and a white dwarf rabbit. if ur feeling brave get a grey armanian gofer. or pliers work

[fliplyricist1]

just a word of caution

be VERY VERY careful when rolling your fenders. because odds are, even if you do heat the paint up well and do it carefully, you WILL get paint peel or cracking

if your paint is in good condition and you have the funds, i'd suggest taking it to a shop and have them do it

[Gemini]

Did mess up the paint a bit but car has been repainted and I just picked it up today......I'm satisfied, looks much better than original job.

[maroonaccord2.2]

Ooh!!, I got this one:

use a bat (old style)

......if you want to destroy your car.

Someone's been watching too much Monster Garage.

[cp[mike]]

using a bat is actually the most common way ive seen...

[maroonaccord2.2]

using a bat is actually the most common way ive seen...

On a CB7.... I wouldn't advise it though. How about a fender-grind?

[cp[mike]]

On a CB7.... I wouldn't advise it though. How about a fender-grind?

a ton of people were doing it on AT a couple years ago, they all said they found the shape of the bat to be the easiest tool to use. going at an angle using the tire as a fulcrum, rolling the bat along the edge of the fender gave a nice even bend. ive never done it, but im going to have to soon, and this is the way im going to do it...

[maroonaccord2.2]

a ton of people were doing it on AT a couple years ago, they all said they found the shape of the bat to be the easiest tool to use. going at an angle using the tire as a fulcrum, rolling the bat along the edge of the fender gave a nice even bend. ive never done it, but im going to have to soon, and this is the way im going to do it...

Alright, cool.... I've seen that technique before. I'd just be hesitant to practice on my own car. LOL So, someone has to drive and another person mans the bat?

[casterX]

Alright, cool.... I've seen that technique before. I'd just be hesitant to practice on my own car. LOL So, someone has to drive and another person mans the bat?

nope.. you just roll the bat in between the tire and fender..

[Maple50175]

but if you have rusted fenders, the rust will all fall apart.

[maroonaccord2.2]

but if you have rusted fenders, the rust will all fall apart.

Oh contrair..... I have a "west-coast" CB, no rust. Ha ha ha!!! Those with rust are in for a surprise though.....

[Gemini]

On a CB7.... I wouldn't advise it though. How about a fender-grind?

the baseball bat worked wonders!! havent had a prob since i rolled my fender with the bat, I tried using a handle off one of those BIG garage jacks but didnt work as effective.