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AFFORDABLE flat flares????

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Old Jan 6, 2012 | 09:43 PM
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Default AFFORDABLE flat flares????

Just looking for other peoples input on flat fenders. I really like the looks of bushwackers flat fenders but they seem a bit pricey here in Canada. Well over $500 bones last time I checked. I also like how they install to the oem holes
Anybody care to lead me in some other directions?
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Old Jan 6, 2012 | 11:35 PM
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I'm in the same boat as nismosis. Are the SB XRCs steel? I am thinking of the steel path due to all the thick narnia like bush around here.
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Old Jan 7, 2012 | 05:30 AM
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I found my bushwhacked for $450 on Amazon with free shipping. Love them but all say install.

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Old Jan 7, 2012 | 05:35 AM
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Originally Posted by cody6597
I found my bushwhacked for $450 on Amazon with free shipping. Love them but all say install.

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All day install...fat fingers. Lol
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Old Jan 7, 2012 | 05:42 AM
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I picked mine (Bushwackers) off of Amazon for around $470, day install, and it makes my Jeep look much meaner. I haven't taken them off road yet, but down here in Louisiana we run through all kinds of brush so I hope they don't get ripped off. Some of my other buddies are running the Xeon flats, and they are starting to sag. I will post if I have anything negative about them, but from reading what others are saying they are strong for everyday use - on and off the road.
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Old Jan 7, 2012 | 05:43 AM
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Have you thought about cutting your stock and adding door edge guard to the cut edge? Best of all that would save you @ $500!!!!
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Old Jan 7, 2012 | 05:55 AM
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i like my bushwackers, I got mine when they had a crazy sale for $300 with a mail in rebate. I wouldn't pay $500 for them though. And the install is a PITA, expect a few hours at least.
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Old Jan 7, 2012 | 06:29 AM
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Originally Posted by catahoula
Have you thought about cutting your stock and adding door edge guard to the cut edge? Best of all that would save you @ $500!!!!
IMHO, this is the only way to go. chopped down factory flares are FREE and do amazing on the trail, they're are flexible, will not damage your body when hit and look great.







http://project-jk.com/jeep-jk-write-...ry-fender-chop
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Old Jan 7, 2012 | 07:48 AM
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I agree with wayoflife. I cut mine and they look great. A lot more room and they are free. With the door edge molding everyone asks if they are aftermarket.
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Old Jan 7, 2012 | 09:14 AM
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Just cut 'em yourself, they're free and come out great!

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