He could also have some plastic fender lining that is out of shape too. Still surprised that the 'tough' tire rubber that can handle being in contact with the pavement wore out on mere plastic. Story sounds funny. I bet there is something else. How close is the strut body to the inside of the rim?
Are there or were there spacer that haven't been removed from previous rims? Is it hitting on the outside fender edge at all or not.


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