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Old Apr 29, 2008 | 09:44 PM
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Question...bushwacker flares...hardware reliable?

I have a question about bushwacker fender flares. I just installed one of the front fender flares.....bushwacker extend a flares. The only thing that holds that thing on is three plastic screw inserts and two factory platic push in things. Wondering if any of you folks using these have had any problems with them coming loose or off all togethor. Anybody recommend getting some type of different hardware for them? The factory fender flare had two bolts and 8-10 clips holding it on.....seems a lot more secure.
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Old Apr 29, 2008 | 10:07 PM
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I've had my pocket flares on for over a year now and haven't had any problems. Using the supplied hardware.
 
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Old Apr 29, 2008 | 11:08 PM
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When I got my flares I replaced the supplied plastic hardware with a stainless steel bolt, washer, lockwasher, and nut. I did this just for the front flares. On the rear I used the supplied hardware and it seems to be holding up fairly well. I have had mine on for over a year and a half now and they havent moved a bit.
 
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Old Apr 30, 2008 | 02:59 AM
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Yea they hold up pretty good using the hardware. Now just be aware that the flare will rub the hell out of your paint. Especially the pocket flares.
 
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Old Apr 30, 2008 | 05:26 PM
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I finished putting them all on today. The back ones have way better hardware. Im gonna look for some bolts that would look good for the front.....just cant image what it would look like going down the road and the front flares come flying off!
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Old Apr 30, 2008 | 06:19 PM
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mine hold just fine!
 
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