Re: tire clearance

[Stu Brennan <stubrennan@attbi.com>]

Two data points:

175/80-13 Dunlops on stock rims just touch the front valence when
reversing at sharp turning angles.

195/70-13 Contis on 5.5X13 rims (4 1/4 inch backspace) would be
destroyed by the front valence (or visa versa) unless you trim it. 

I have had no fender lip problems front or rear (no rear spacers), but
the previous owner did rust repairs in both areas.  The Contis (on the
same wheels) were on another Tiger without problems. too.

Stu Brennan