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Fender Flares - best way to rejuvenate

Discussion in '1st Gen Tundras (2000-2006)' started by Captain Tenneal, Mar 8, 2021.

  1. Mar 8, 2021 at 10:36 PM
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    Captain Tenneal

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    The previous owner of my Tundra "Raptor lined" my fender flares and probably removed them...so right now my flares are kind of loose and some clips no longer fasten. I'm aware the attachment points on the flares can break and epoxy could be used to repair them. I'm not thrilled about going that route.

    I was wondering if there are any flares that use bolts to attach to the fender instead of clips.

    Also, has anybody used OEM gaskets with aftermarket flares to prevent scratching of the paint?

    Any ideas welcome.
     
  2. Mar 9, 2021 at 5:53 AM
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  3. Mar 9, 2021 at 7:27 AM
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    KNABORES Sarcasm incoming

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    You have OEM or aftermarket flares? New attachment hardware may be enough to secure them properly. My OEM ones are solid, even took a deer strike to the driver's rear. Borrowed a bolt from each of the others to reattach. Still going strong.
     
  4. Mar 9, 2021 at 8:25 AM
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    FirstGenVol Recovering mangler

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    I would just buy new OEM clips. They should last another 20 years and they are not expensive.
     
  5. Mar 9, 2021 at 1:43 PM
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    OEM. Will consider aftermarket, especially if they have stronger clips or use bolts with the existing holes.
     
  6. Mar 9, 2021 at 6:13 PM
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    My OEM flares fit great and don't move. May just need to refresh the hardware on yours. New seal, new clips and bolts.
     

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