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Old Jul 22, 2006 | 10:27 AM
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installing bushwacker flares

I have 84 f150. There is a bunch of rust around the rear wheel well (of course). So I'm going to cut it out. I want bushwacker cutout flares but cant't afford them yet so I was going to cut it now and put edge guard on it and then come back and install the flares. Does anyone know how the wheel wells need t be cut?
 
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Old Jul 22, 2006 | 11:38 AM
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I'm not sure if this will answer your question but here is what I think you are asking for.

Cut the wheel wells with an electric reciprocating saw. Before you starte cutting, measure. Double check that measurement, then check it again. It is also probably a good idea to tape off the area that will be cut to minimize any paint flaking.

Don't forget to put something on the cut edge to keep your rust problems at bay, such as a sealant or paint.
 
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Old Jul 22, 2006 | 11:55 AM
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You need to have the cutout flares to use as a template for the cut. I'd wait until you can afford them. You can buy them one pair at a time. You also want to try and save the portion you cut out for installing the flares. I can't quite explain it but you'll need it for the flare installation if you do it the way Bushwacker recommends.
 
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Old Jul 23, 2006 | 08:39 PM
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screw the flares, just cust them and leave them
 
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Old Jul 23, 2006 | 10:49 PM
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Werd up, true that- flares just get whacked off by bushes and shizzle. Or cracked in da hizzy by flying rocks in da mud.
 
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Old Jul 24, 2006 | 12:28 AM
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or you could just dovetail the rear and trim only what you need

-cutts-
 
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Old Jul 24, 2006 | 05:16 AM
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yea, but it wouldnt be as east as it was on your bronco
 
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