Fender Flares
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Fender Flares
Hey Guys,
I have an 06 FX4 with those crappy fender flares that discolor. Did the Lariats in the same year have painted ones, and if they did, am I correct that they should just bolt on to the FX4? I wanted to go with the painted ones, but don't really know which route I should take, as far as OEM or aftermarket. The dealership said they would probably replace the original ones, but after it goes out of warranty, I will be on my own. Thanks in advance.
Scott
I have an 06 FX4 with those crappy fender flares that discolor. Did the Lariats in the same year have painted ones, and if they did, am I correct that they should just bolt on to the FX4? I wanted to go with the painted ones, but don't really know which route I should take, as far as OEM or aftermarket. The dealership said they would probably replace the original ones, but after it goes out of warranty, I will be on my own. Thanks in advance.
Scott
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Would think they would bolt right up, but in the meantime, have you tried using Mother's Back To Black on your existing flares? I use it on my door handles, windshield cowling and the other trim pieces that are prone to fade. Brings the color right back and it lasts a while too.
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Joined: Mar 2004
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From: SE Georgia
the 2004-2008 Lariats have smooth textured paint matched flares
the 2004-2008 FX4's have black (some say blue) rough textured/unpainted flares
they mount the same. just cost more for the Lariats
the 2004-2008 FX4's have black (some say blue) rough textured/unpainted flares
they mount the same. just cost more for the Lariats
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Scott,
I really disliked the look of the textured gray fender flares on my '06 FX4 so I found a set of take-offs on ebay for just over $100. The ones I bought were in perfect shape and already matched my truck (black) so all I had to do was bolt them on. They are bolted on the ends and use the black plastic push pins throughout the middle. I recommend getting new push pins because they'll either break or be really deformed trying to get them out in one piece.
I really disliked the look of the textured gray fender flares on my '06 FX4 so I found a set of take-offs on ebay for just over $100. The ones I bought were in perfect shape and already matched my truck (black) so all I had to do was bolt them on. They are bolted on the ends and use the black plastic push pins throughout the middle. I recommend getting new push pins because they'll either break or be really deformed trying to get them out in one piece.
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From: Louisville
Scott,
I really disliked the look of the textured gray fender flares on my '06 FX4 so I found a set of take-offs on ebay for just over $100. The ones I bought were in perfect shape and already matched my truck (black) so all I had to do was bolt them on. They are bolted on the ends and use the black plastic push pins throughout the middle. I recommend getting new push pins because they'll either break or be really deformed trying to get them out in one piece.
I really disliked the look of the textured gray fender flares on my '06 FX4 so I found a set of take-offs on ebay for just over $100. The ones I bought were in perfect shape and already matched my truck (black) so all I had to do was bolt them on. They are bolted on the ends and use the black plastic push pins throughout the middle. I recommend getting new push pins because they'll either break or be really deformed trying to get them out in one piece.
