Why not just remove front mud flaps?

I had some aftermarket wheels installed and the offset caused the tires to rub on the front mudflaps. In anticipation of putting on larger tires, and the current factory ones rubbing, I just removed the front mudflaps. I really didn't see much purpose for them anyway. Am i missing something as I see very few pictures of trucks that have them removed.

 

Most people do when they go up in wheel size. No biggie

 

Removed mine first week I got the truck. I just think the truck looks better without them.

 

From what I understand, these are not 'mudflaps' but they guide the air flow around the tires. Has to do with mpg, as I remember. I took mine off when I got larger tires.

 

Well if you don't like the paint on your doors, go right ahead. Big tires throw bigger rocks/pebbles.

 

Mine still on, 35's, 20x9 wheels, no spacers, slight rub full lock in reverse

 

I took mine off when I installed 6112 and larger tires. Looking back, I think the tires would have cleared but I do like the look without them. I have experienced a few rocks hit the body that would have probably been deflected by the guards but no noticeable damage yet.

 

I took mine off when i got home from the dealer. They look old

 

Mine have been on off on off and now back on, it’s a mental fight. They really help keep the rocks off the bottom of the doors, but they are not my favorite thing hanging off my truck.

 

I removed mine, the truck looked more like a car... I put them back on.

 

Air deflectors. Not mud flaps.

 

Why not just keep the OEM wheels?

 

Because aftermarket looks better 100% of the time. Dunno if you’re just trolling or not...

 

With OEM wheels you get to keep the mud flaps on. That's all.

 

Mine are still on but had a Tacoma I had to take them off due to rub.

I didn't miss them.

Bet they are still in my basement

 

Yeah, i would assume they are just to help get as many tenths of a gallon/mile for the official record.