Volvo 850 Made from 1993 to 1997, this Volvo line was available in both a wagon and a sedan, both with were graced with several trim levels.

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Old Apr 20, 2011 | 11:15 PM
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The off-set must be different between our rims.
 
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Old Apr 21, 2011 | 02:07 AM
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I'm running 225/45/17 on my Volans, and I rubbed like crazy in the back until I pulled the fender liners. Now I only rub a little bit, and as soon as i get my hands on a fender roller, that will be gone as well.

As for the front, i definitely rub when i turn all the way to lock, but as was said, modified driving habits tend to cure that. Even if i only turn to the point where i dont rub, it still has a MUCH tigher turning radius than my integra had.
 
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Old Apr 21, 2011 | 09:44 AM
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[quote=ibified;267598]I'm running 225/45/17 on my Volans.. quote]

Hows your ride? I have been thinking of going bigger to help with the bumps. Can you post some profile picturs of the wheels?
 
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Old Apr 21, 2011 | 09:47 AM
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I've been thinking about getting a spare set of wheels. Some 16's with 205/55's on them.
 
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Old Apr 21, 2011 | 09:49 AM
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I hate sanding but I am getting there.

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Old Apr 21, 2011 | 03:41 PM
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Boxpin: here you go. I was gonna upload some closeups for you that I just took, but my phone is not cooperating.

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Old Apr 21, 2011 | 04:22 PM
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Okay i managed to beat the phone into submission: heres some pics.

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Old Apr 21, 2011 | 05:31 PM
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Cool, thanks

Can I ask for one more? a profile picture from the ground with the tire pointed towards you (like it would run you over)

Do you like the Angel eyes? Been thinking about them, how are they holding up, rock chips, etc.
 
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Old Apr 21, 2011 | 10:24 PM
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Originally Posted by ibified
I'm running 225/45/17 on my Volans, and I rubbed like crazy in the back until I pulled the fender liners. Now I only rub a little bit, and as soon as i get my hands on a fender roller, that will be gone as well.

As for the front, i definitely rub when i turn all the way to lock, but as was said, modified driving habits tend to cure that. Even if i only turn to the point where i dont rub, it still has a MUCH tigher turning radius than my integra had.
Has your car been lowered any?
 
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Old Apr 22, 2011 | 12:28 AM
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RSPI: car is stock ride height.

Boxpin: SO far I'm really happy with them - I have had them about 8 months now and they seem to be holding up pretty well. I'll snap a pic for you tomorrow when the wife's car isnt in the way.
 
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Old May 7, 2011 | 06:39 PM
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Boxpin: What grit sand paper are you using to prep your car for painting?
 
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Old May 10, 2011 | 01:20 AM
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Dude sorry to hear of your accident ,but those Mercedes drivers are horrible .
 
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