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    I should probably clarify...my rubbing issue only occurs rarely when turning the wheel based on how I'm sitting. So under normal driving I don't have issue at all, but sharp turns (parking sometimes) or off-road I will sometimes catch that little lip that runs down the middle section on the back area of the wheel well. Its pretty minimal, but it definately happens. The plastic has frayed a bit Again, hope that helps for the 14" tire sizes anyways
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    I was able to fit 195/75/14 BFG's that "barely" rub the back inside of the wheel wheel with the front suspension adjusted all the way up, and just a "light" trim of the front lower fender...I think they measure out to just over 26" in height mounted on the rims. Maybe that will give you an idea of the "max" you might be able to do. If you want to avoid any chance of rubbing, 185/70/14 might be a safer bet imho. Good luck
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    Weber installed onto the BRAT ...but discovered my Driver's side CV boot shredded
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    Welcome!! Where are you located in Washington? That's state, right?...or DC?
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    I would so LOVE to do this, but I've already got time off work for both a "local" SVX drive and WCSS. If it were only a little closer :-p I'll just have to be a for sure on Brat Meet 2013...
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    Already got the time scheduled off of work. Very excited! Will be our 2nd WCSS
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    Bingo on the decals. I requested a "Boss 302" look, and after some discussion this is the result. Earl did awesome. I wanted a unique look, with a little attitude The rims are 14x6 Pugs I masked and painted. The tires I got from Discount Tire are BFG A/T 195/75/14s. NO LIFT, front adjusted all the way up, very light triming towards the front....I do get a very small amount of rub when turning from the fronts on the inside rear plastic lip sometimes, its usually pretty rare, but does happen.
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    Wifey took some pics today while we were at the park...
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    Hey thanks man! I'm really trying to keep it tasteful put "unique"

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    Just masking tape, then an exacto knife to trim. Worked great. Thanks for the "Like" lol. The rims were so rough, I was trying to think of cheap ideas to make them better, and painting black is a popular choice these days. I just didnt like the the idea of all black, it takes away the detail. It took one "test rim" and I was 100% commited
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    Yes, I just masked the "spokes" They are the 14" turbine style Pugs. When I got them, they were very rough. I just took a scotch pad and some fine sandpaper for the rougher spots, cleaned em good, primed with a self etching primer, and the paint I used was Exterior Trim paint by SEH, as its a "hardier" paint. The unpainted one below is in AWESOME shape. I have two like this I bought from a Peugeot guy who bought them from a dealership in the 80s, and used for 1 winter. The 5 I painted were the rough ones...
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    Had Brat graphics installed by Pooparu. He did great job on the custom "Boss 302" style look I asked him to do. Painted my Peugeot rims, mounted 195/75/14 BFG A/Ts to them. Still gotta crank up the stock height up to give a little more lift.
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    Do you still have Pug Lug nuts for sale? I actually bought Unimog517's 14" pug rims, but he forgot the lugs when we met. It sounds like he might have got the lugs from you? He is suppose to send them, but I've had a hard time contacting him, so I'm trying explore options since I have 700 worth of tires sitting on those rims I'm dying to get mounted on my BRat...and no proper lugs :( And, if I do end up with two full sets of 16, I'll just find a new home for a set I guess.

     

    16 Pug Lugs needed, shipping would be to Vancouver, WA 98684

     

    Thanks!

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    Sold the SVX to Mark's daughter. Sadly, it met its end a month later when another driver pulled out in front of her She was okay, but the car got totalled, which is sad, since that SVX didn't even have a door ding prior to that moment. Brat's my only Subaru toy left, and since I made a life long pledge to always own a minimum of one subaru at any given time (so I can go to subaru meets, lol) the Brat isnt going anywhere.
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    Wife and I came a couple years ago in our SVX, had a great time. Working on getting the BRAT ready to the level I want it before this years show..like washing it, lol
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    Just confirming we're still on schedule for sometime after 5pm on Friday for the Brat stripes? If you wanna shoot me an address and a for sure time to meet ya, that would be great.

     

    Erik

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    Hi, I see that you mentioned you had a set of 14" Pugs avaible. are they still? I see your location is WA...I'm in Vancouver, WA and would be very interested if you still have these!

     

    Thanks!!

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    Fixed my loose driver's seat that's been wobbly since the day I bought it (3yrs ago). Vaccumed while I was in there...oh, and found a nice unfaded lumbar lever hiden under the carpet, so I replaced the old faded one...score! I also scheduled an appointment to get my custom decals made and installed by Pooparu next week.
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    Awesome! Okay, I'll definatley give you a call soon

     

    Thank you

    Erik

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    Hi

     

    I seen in the pic thread you mentioned you did graphics on that beautiful blue Brat. I also see your located close to me in Portland, OR. Is this something you do for hire ;) I've got a 86 Brat that I'd love to do a "retro" decal look on.

     

    Thanks!

    Erik

    Vancouver, WA

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    Just saying hi. I am acutally a "former" SVX forum member that was very active in NW SVX club, helping cordinate Portland/ Vancouver drives with pretty good success, and participating often on the Seattle drives. My wife Jill always accompanies me on the drives, and loves subarus too, XTs are her favorite. I've owned many subarus a hatch, XT, XT turbo, XT6, 2 SVXs, and currently my only subaru...my 86 Brat. We've been to subifest and WCSS, and love the subaru community. I'm now focused on my Brat that I've owned for several years, and thought it was time to "get involved" My join date is 2009...so it only took a few years to post. I'm also the owner of a 65 Cyclone that I'm currently restoring, but my Brat has recently took a bit of attention, just picking up the rear seats and 2 peugeot 14" rims...so far, need 2 more I'm also hoping to locate someone to help me with doing a nice retro decal setup to it. Hello everyone Erik...& Jill (Shadabob)
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