Nerf bars/fender flares
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Nerf bars/fender flares
Thinking about purchasing both of these items. Don't really want to lay out $400 for set of Bushwackers, anyone buy the lower cost (no-name )off ebay? Wondering if they're junk or not. Reviews from buyers look ok? Also looking for web site with best price on Nerf Bars. Like the black Westin 4" tube type.
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I bought my truck with the Westin bars already installed. I had them Line-X'd for the long term/durability. Being as my truck is lifted, having the bars are essential especially in the winters up here.
I bought Prestige Fender Flares, the style w/ the rivets in them. Same look as the Bushwackers but not as expensive. I've had them on for 4 years now and the quality of them is nothing but great.
I'd say go ahead and make the purchase. Especially if you have wider tires. The flares will save your paint and look great.
I bought Prestige Fender Flares, the style w/ the rivets in them. Same look as the Bushwackers but not as expensive. I've had them on for 4 years now and the quality of them is nothing but great.
I'd say go ahead and make the purchase. Especially if you have wider tires. The flares will save your paint and look great.
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I am dealing with my 06 having rust due to the previous owner having flares on it. I took them off but I guess the damage was done. I could see a light line in the paint where they rubbed, I buffed it out but it must have caused damage to the clear/paint. Now I have rust bubbles under the paint in the exact arc pattern where the flares rested. I would never put flares on without putting a 3m type clear protective sheet under them. Funny thing is the easiest way for me to fix it, is sand it out, prime it, then cover it with Flares . But I can't afford to paint the whole truck or buy a new bed, and the rust is moving fast.
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I've got bushwackers on mine and like them. You'll need to do a tad of trimming and fitting, but overall I like them. I've got to have them due to my tire size. Or rock chips become an issue. I'm also thinking of adding nuf bars or steps due to the truck hight. Don't know for sure yet.
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I have the offbrand Bushwacker pocket style flares. They bolted on without any issues and are holding up well.
For steps I have the GoRhino dominator. They are similiar to N-fab. They are pinch weld mounted which I was not thrilled about, but i have not had any issues with them for 5 years.
For steps I have the GoRhino dominator. They are similiar to N-fab. They are pinch weld mounted which I was not thrilled about, but i have not had any issues with them for 5 years.
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My Westin stainless nerf bars still look great after 9 years.
http://www.summitracing.com/search/d...l/in-stock/yes
http://www.summitracing.com/search/d...l/in-stock/yes
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I am dealing with my 06 having rust due to the previous owner having flares on it. I took them off but I guess the damage was done. I could see a light line in the paint where they rubbed, I buffed it out but it must have caused damage to the clear/paint. Now I have rust bubbles under the paint in the exact arc pattern where the flares rested. I would never put flares on without putting a 3m type clear protective sheet under them. Funny thing is the easiest way for me to fix it, is sand it out, prime it, then cover it with Flares . But I can't afford to paint the whole truck or buy a new bed, and the rust is moving fast.
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