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A 355nation How To presented by
rshadd
Project Name
How-to install small fender flares
Project Description
Installing small (ZQ8) fender flares
Skill Level
Easy
Project Vehicle
Make: Chevrolet
Model: Colorado
Year: 2009
Engine: 5.3L
Power windows: Yes
Sun Roof: Yes
Tools Needed
GM Small Fender Flares
GM Fender Flares Clips (#28)
Sissors
3M Molding Tape #03609NA
Denatured Alcohol
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Project Time
2 hour or less
Project Cost
$100-300. I picked up a very nice set with all the clips for about $100.
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New from GMPartsDirect, these are about $145-$205.
GM has discontinued the small painted flares, but their still available unpainted.
Fender Flare Push Pins(28 in total) - #11561353 ($0.45 each) You'll need 28 in total.
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Start by laying the fender flares on a protected surface so they don't get scratched up. Clean the inside of the flares with some denatured alcohol to ensure that the double-sided tape will adhere nicely.
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Next apply the double-side tape along the inside lip of each flares. I suspect that if you're buying these new, they'll already have the double-side tape applied.
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Next use some of the denatured alcohol to clean the fenders on your truck. This removes any wax and will ensure proper adhesion.
Remove the backing from the double-sided tape and then carefully position the flares in the wheel wells and and stick them in place.
Secure them with the GM factory clips.
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Reapply a coat a wax to replace the wax that you removed with the denatured alcohol then kick back and admire your new flares.
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The community here at 355nation.net urges you to please use caution and seek professional assistance when performing modifications to your vehicle. Before attempting any modification it is advised that you refer to your Colorado or Canyon service manual or contact a certified mechanic as not all GMT355 trucks are the same. The staff and the associated members are in no way responsible for any damages, injuries or other harm inflicted to your vehicle or yourself which may result in attempting these modifications. The posts and content presented on this site reflect in no way the views of 355nation.net or it’s ownership.
A 355nation How To presented by
rshadd
Project Name
How-to install small fender flares
Project Description
Installing small (ZQ8) fender flares
Skill Level
Easy
Project Vehicle
Make: Chevrolet
Model: Colorado
Year: 2009
Engine: 5.3L
Power windows: Yes
Sun Roof: Yes
Tools Needed
GM Small Fender Flares
GM Fender Flares Clips (#28)
Sissors
3M Molding Tape #03609NA
Denatured Alcohol
Project Time
2 hour or less
Project Cost
$100-300. I picked up a very nice set with all the clips for about $100.
New from GMPartsDirect, these are about $145-$205.
- Small (ZQ8) fender flares Blue - #12498850 (discontinued)
- Small (ZQ8) fender flares Gray Grained - #12498849 ($146) (discontinued)
- Small (ZQ8) fender flares Red - #12498853 ($203) (discontinued)
- Small (ZQ8) fender flares Silver - #12498852 (discontinued)
- Small (ZQ8) fender flares White - #12498851 (discontinued)
GM has discontinued the small painted flares, but their still available unpainted.
- Small (ZQ8) fender flares (Paint to match)
Left Front : #89046239
Right Front: #89046238
Left Rear: #19120013
Right Rear: #19120014
Fender Flare Push Pins(28 in total) - #11561353 ($0.45 each) You'll need 28 in total.
Start by laying the fender flares on a protected surface so they don't get scratched up. Clean the inside of the flares with some denatured alcohol to ensure that the double-sided tape will adhere nicely.
Next apply the double-side tape along the inside lip of each flares. I suspect that if you're buying these new, they'll already have the double-side tape applied.
Next use some of the denatured alcohol to clean the fenders on your truck. This removes any wax and will ensure proper adhesion.
Remove the backing from the double-sided tape and then carefully position the flares in the wheel wells and and stick them in place.
Secure them with the GM factory clips.
Reapply a coat a wax to replace the wax that you removed with the denatured alcohol then kick back and admire your new flares.
