Modifying front/Rear fenders for rubbing issues (pics)

robc1976 · 03-11-2013, 07:24 PM

Figured I would post this up, may save rim damage for somone....I fitted 285/25/20 with a 10MM spacer...looked to be fine, hit a larger than normal bump and my rim got scratched all the way arpoundthe top lip.....yeah I was pretty damn pissed! So I strated looking under there and found a well know spot for rubbing...cut it out...still slightly rubbed with rolled fenders. I didnt want to cut the inner fenders out but shape them to make the more square to add preacious space I needed. I took a dremel ginded on the inder fender to make metal thinner and with the added heat (check outside paint to be sure it does not get hot...mine never did) I was able to hit the inner lip with ease and bend it until it touched the inside fender (flush) and this did the trick. I aslo cut the bolt out in the front fenders.

This may be well know but thought some pics could help somnone.

Rear fenders:

Front fenders:

melenkae90 · 03-12-2013, 04:40 PM

Good info man!! May need to use this when the new wheels go on.

VMRWheels · 03-12-2013, 04:50 PM

Wow, nice detailed photos!

robc1976 · 03-12-2013, 09:39 PM

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Originally Posted by VMRWheels

Wow, nice detailed photos!

Thank you!

._. · 03-12-2013, 11:37 PM

this is perfect, I was just scouring the forum for a better explanation on what needed to be done yesterday and then you drop this in my lap.

On the front you did not have to relocate the attaching screws? Just cut off the access plastic?

robc1976 · 03-13-2013, 12:30 AM

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Originally Posted by R 4 5 T 4 M 4 N

this is perfect, I was just scouring the forum for a better explanation on what needed to be done yesterday and then you drop this in my lap.

On the front you did not have to relocate the attaching screws? Just cut off the access plastic?

I had to relocate them back because I cut the actual metal part they attached to...same metal to be cut as plastic. basically the end screw mounting place was cut out and the raer stayed....so I moved the front mounting location down.

Evochuck · 03-13-2013, 02:50 AM

What did you use for rust protection? Touchup paint?

#Tee · 03-13-2013, 03:03 AM

your threads are always a contribution here rob! if you want that look you gota start moving and cutting shit that gets in the way, simple as that no way around it.

robc1976 · 03-13-2013, 03:10 AM

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Originally Posted by Evochuck

What did you use for rust protection? Touchup paint?

Touch up or clear coat.

robc1976 · 03-13-2013, 03:13 AM

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Originally Posted by ~XxPornxX~

your threads are always a contribution here rob! if you want that look you gota start moving and cutting shit that gets in the way, simple as that no way around it.

thanks man! Totally agree....it hits my tires it gets removed lol!

Mahhvinn · 03-13-2013, 04:40 AM

Another great thread, Rob!

robc1976 · 03-13-2013, 11:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Mahhvinn

Another great thread, Rob!

I appreciate that!

2jzn54 · 03-13-2013, 11:34 AM

sorry can't see the pics at work are you running 285s square??

robc1976 · 03-13-2013, 11:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Daily Three

sorry can't see the pics at work are you running 285s square??

I am running 285's with a 10MM (rim was hitting inner fender, 10MM is safest spacer IMHO).... I have -1.8 camber.

2jzn54 · 03-13-2013, 11:54 AM

that is just absurd... 285s on the front.. props.. you've got a pm comin your way lol.

robc1976 · 03-13-2013, 03:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Daily Three

thalol! t is just absurd... 285s on the front.. props.. you've got a pm comin your way lol.

That would be huge front tires!

2jzn54 · 03-13-2013, 04:30 PM

ah the way the thread was worded i thought you had done the impossible lol.

project335i · 03-13-2013, 04:48 PM

Good work Rob

robc1976 · 03-13-2013, 07:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Daily Three

ah the way the thread was worded i thought you had done the impossible lol.

that would be aggressive lol!

robc1976 · 03-13-2013, 07:49 PM

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Originally Posted by project335i

Good work Rob

thanks man! Did you have to do this with your huge 12" rims you are putting on?

tofu- · 05-19-2013, 02:21 PM

is the quarter panel steel thin enough to cut with a dremel? (section A)

robc1976 · 05-19-2013, 04:16 PM

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Originally Posted by tofu-

is the quarter panel steel thin enough to cut with a dremel? (section A)

Easily!

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robc1976 DIYER 662 Rep 5,521 Posts Drives: E90 335i Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Illinois iTrader: (14)	Modifying front/Rear fenders for rubbing issues (pics) Figured I would post this up, may save rim damage for somone....I fitted 285/25/20 with a 10MM spacer...looked to be fine, hit a larger than normal bump and my rim got scratched all the way arpoundthe top lip.....yeah I was pretty damn pissed! So I strated looking under there and found a well know spot for rubbing...cut it out...still slightly rubbed with rolled fenders. I didnt want to cut the inner fenders out but shape them to make the more square to add preacious space I needed. I took a dremel ginded on the inder fender to make metal thinner and with the added heat (check outside paint to be sure it does not get hot...mine never did) I was able to hit the inner lip with ease and bend it until it touched the inside fender (flush) and this did the trick. I aslo cut the bolt out in the front fenders. This may be well know but thought some pics could help somnone. Rear fenders: Front fenders: __________________ JB4 G5, Stage 3 LPFP, Stage 2 MOTIV PI, VM 6466 ST, Custom OCC W/ SS lines, ER FMIC, ER CP W/HKS BOV, M3 control arms, M3 guide rods, M3 upper links, M3 front & rear sway-bars, HPA rear toe arms, Wavetrac LSD, HPF Gen 2, DEFIV kit, KW clubsport, Delrin solid SF bushings, stoptech rotors, Rogue Tranny Mounts, 1M bumper, M3 CF hood, M3 fenders, M3 OEM sideskirts, Mtech rear bumper, CSL trunk, MORR VS8.2 rims 245/295
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2jzn54 Captain 42 Rep 823 Posts Drives: 07 E90 335i 6MT Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: United States iTrader: (6)	sorry can't see the pics at work are you running 285s square??
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2jzn54 Captain 42 Rep 823 Posts Drives: 07 E90 335i 6MT Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: United States iTrader: (6)	that is just absurd... 285s on the front.. props.. you've got a pm comin your way lol.
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2jzn54 Captain 42 Rep 823 Posts Drives: 07 E90 335i 6MT Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: United States iTrader: (6)	ah the way the thread was worded i thought you had done the impossible lol.
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