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title: Why are my tires rubbing after installation?
description: Tire rubbing after installation is almost always a tire size issue.
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# Why are my tires rubbing after installation?
## Tire rub after installation is usually caused by a tire size, wheel offset, or suspension height that does not provide enough clearance for your specific vehicle. Depending on the cause, options like trimming, a lift kit, or wheel spacers can often resolve the issue without having to return anything.
Tire rubbing after installation is almost always a tire size issue. Here is how to diagnose it:
- **Tire too wide or too tall for your vehicle:** If you went larger than your factory tire size, the tire may contact the fender well, suspension, or inner liner -- especially at full steering lock or under suspension compression.
- **Staggered fitment mix-up:** If your vehicle uses different front and rear tire sizes, having them reversed will cause rubbing on one end.
- **Wrong size for your specific trim:** Some trims have different clearances. Verify the tire size is correct for your trim level.
If you ordered through Only Tires and are experiencing rubbing, contact us immediately at **920-560-2430** or through our [Order Support form](https://www.onlytires.com/contact-form?type=ordersupport) before driving on the tires extensively.
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