Weathertech - Mud Flaps - "Coming Soon" on Website

[ChompSticks]

I like that they took into account the ability to remove the flares. It would make it much easier to remove them and clean out mud/dirt that might get trapped between the body and the flares. Wish they would have contoured it up more, but with all the different pacakges, aftermarket flares, etc, I think they made a more true universal design if you decide to change things up.

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[Losy]

No it doesn’t look great but functional. My box was missing hardware so I can only do one.

Thanks. Actually looks pretty good on your Bronco. I think I will just get the fronts flaps for now.

 

[Roll Sound]

Seems to me that a relatively simple piece could be designed, molded or 3D printed and then clipped to the flare itself to fill in the gap. It would remove still attached to the flare when the flares are removed.

Seems to most of us here WeatherTech should do this, not the end user. But you make a god point.

 

[feeble]

Seems to most of us here WeatherTech should do this, not the end user.

I agree. This idea also lets WeatherTech preserve their existing tooling investment.

 

[DUSTYcazOREGON]

Hey all,

Promised pics ahead...

Ordered the Weathertech front and rear mudflaps Thursday evening and received them today (Saturday). I only live about 45 minutes from their Bolingbrook HQ so it was a pretty quick turnaround.

TL;DR: These look better in person than I expected.

Installation: This was pretty easy for both front and rear. The biggest challenge was that it's a pretty tight space in both locations, but as long as you have the right tools it's a piece of cake.

Speaking of tools, the instructions were straightforward and easy to follow, although they tell you you need a socket wrench (for front and rear) and a Phillips head screwdriver for the front, but they don't tell you what sizes of sockets. I'm here for you though, fam: you'll need an 8 mm for the front hex screws and a 10 mm for the rear hex screws. You'll also need a 15 mm for the two rear bolts. Oh, and you'll definitely need an extension for the rear two bolts (I used a 3/8").

In all, installation took about 45 minutes total for both sets. Once I got one side on, the other side went quicker because it was just the same thing in reverse. I found the passenger's side easier because I'm right-handed, so it made it easier with the tools. Oh, and it was 20 degrees out and I was wearing gloves, which may have slowed me down a bit.

It was nice to have a no-drill installation. You will end up replacing some of the original parts, so I recommend you save those if you think you might want to remove these later. Specifically, you'll replace four original fender liner screws on each side in the front, and you'll also remove three hex screws and the little plastic trim piece by the fender in the rear. These are now safely in a ziplock bag in my garage if I ever need them.

Fitment: No complaints here. They are well-engineered (as far as fit is concerned) and there were no issues at all fitting them on the Bronco. Also, you can tell that these things were really made with the tube steps in mind. The indent fits well around the end of the steps. Also, it's a very solid connection once mounted.

Looks: I know this is the most controversial area. Honestly, the gap is certainly there, but it's not as bad in person as it looks in pictures. And with the tube steps, I think this is actually not a bad look. I was honestly more on the fence about the rear flaps, since I thought it would really mess up the rear profile view since the flaps partially obscure the badass SAS tires. It does change the look, but I kind of like it. I think it gives the Bronco a wider, more aggressive stance. Anyway, let me know what you think. Again, I believe both the front and rear look better in person than they do in the pics... somehow it's just like that elusive Cactus Gray color—pictures just don't do it justice.

Functionality: We'll see how it is long term, but I went down the street where there was a short stretch of snow slush left. I put it in 4WD and gunned so I could get all four wheels spinning. Results? I didn't see any spray on the body. It was about to get dark so this was just a quick test, but I'm heading up to Wisconsin to do some snowboarding tomorrow so we'll see how it fares on a longer road test.

So anyway, pics...

Boxed front and rear flaps

Both sets of mudflaps (rear at top, front at bottom)

Pre-installation. You'll want to turn your tire all the way to the right to provide clearance for driver's side installation and the opposite for the passenger side.

Rear wheel, pre-installation. You'll be removing that little plastic trim tab attached to the bumper.

Front flap installed

This is the fender liner location where you'll remove the screws. It may have been easier if the liner wasn't frozen, but it was still pretty easy to remove the screws and put the provide U-clips on.

Rear flap installed. If anything, this was even easier than the front.

Well, that's it. Hope this was useful. Let me know what you think.

I'll check back in once I put them through their paces for a week or so.

I can tell you that all the snow slush and salt all up the side of my doors was beginning to be a major PITA, so if this helps solve that problem, I can definitely say it was $80 well spent.

They look better than I thought they would. Thank you for this post. Are they "solid" as far as solid to the vehicle? Was that $80.00 for all 4? Thanks again

 

[patch1103]

They look better than I thought they would. Thank you for this post. Are they "solid" as far as solid to the vehicle? Was that $80.00 for all 4? Thanks again

Yep, they seem very solidly attached. And, yes, $80 ($79.90) for all four. They're $39.95/pair if you just want to purchase the front/rear sets separately.

 

[Allfun]

Yep, they seem very solidly attached. And, yes, $80 ($79.90) for all four. They're $39.95/pair if you just want to purchase the front/rear sets separately.

I tried installing the front flaps today and ran into a couple issues. Do you have any tips on installing the push in plastic connector that goes in the inside most hole? Having trouble getting the plunger to push in and engage.

The U clips that are installed, which way should they face? Should the side with the protruded spacer face towards the flap or on the inside of the wheel well liner?

Appreciate the help.

 

[patch1103]

I tried installing the front flaps today and ran into a couple issues. Do you have any tips on installing the push in plastic connector that goes in the inside most hole? Having trouble getting the plunger to push in and engage.

The U clips that are installed, which way should they face? Should the side with the protruded spacer face towards the flap or on the inside of the wheel well liner?

Appreciate the help.

For the push-in connector, it takes a good couple of whacks to get it in. I just used the bottom of my screwdriver to hammer it.

The protrusion on the U-clips should face back (towards the inside of the wheel well liner).

I might have to edit my original post since these are both two things I meant to mention.

 

[Allfun]

For the push-in connector, it takes a good couple of whacks to get it in. I just used the bottom of my screwdriver to hammer it.

The protrusion on the U-clips should face back (towards the inside of the wheel well liner).

I might have to edit my original post since these are both two things I meant to mention.

Thank you very much!

 

[patch1103]

Thank you very much!

Very welcome. Good luck!

 

[NM_21Bronco]

Day 1- I like them so far. Just got the front ones but not bad looking and didn't hear a single ding of a rock on my doors for the first time.

 

[DUSTYcazOREGON]

Yep, they seem very solidly attached. And, yes, $80 ($79.90) for all four. They're $39.95/pair if you just want to purchase the front/rear sets separately.

Thank you!

 

[Petek70]

Got them installed yesterday (front onlyP) before multi day snow storm came through. Hoping they keep the slush buildup on the rear flare and the door handles cleaner. We will see after a couple days.

 

[Bdisco]

Hey all,

Promised pics ahead...

Ordered the Weathertech front and rear mudflaps Thursday evening and received them today (Saturday). I only live about 45 minutes from their Bolingbrook HQ so it was a pretty quick turnaround.

TL;DR: These look better in person than I expected.

Installation: This was pretty easy for both front and rear. The biggest challenge was that it's a pretty tight space in both locations, but as long as you have the right tools it's a piece of cake.

Speaking of tools, the instructions were straightforward and easy to follow, although they tell you you need a socket wrench (for front and rear) and a Phillips head screwdriver for the front, but they don't tell you what sizes of sockets. I'm here for you though, fam: you'll need an 8 mm for the front hex screws and a 10 mm for the rear hex screws. You'll also need a 15 mm for the two rear bolts. Oh, and you'll definitely need an extension for the rear two bolts (I used a 3/8").

In all, installation took about 45 minutes total for both sets. Once I got one side on, the other side went quicker because it was just the same thing in reverse. I found the passenger's side easier because I'm right-handed, so it made it easier with the tools. Oh, and it was 20 degrees out and I was wearing gloves, which may have slowed me down a bit.

It was nice to have a no-drill installation. You will end up replacing some of the original parts, so I recommend you save those if you think you might want to remove these later. Specifically, you'll replace four original fender liner screws on each side in the front, and you'll also remove three hex screws and the little plastic trim piece by the fender in the rear. These are now safely in a ziplock bag in my garage if I ever need them.

Fitment: No complaints here. They are well-engineered (as far as fit is concerned) and there were no issues at all fitting them on the Bronco. Also, you can tell that these things were really made with the tube steps in mind. The indent fits well around the end of the steps. Also, it's a very solid connection once mounted.

Looks: I know this is the most controversial area. Honestly, the gap is certainly there, but it's not as bad in person as it looks in pictures. And with the tube steps, I think this is actually not a bad look. I was honestly more on the fence about the rear flaps, since I thought it would really mess up the rear profile view since the flaps partially obscure the badass SAS tires. It does change the look, but I kind of like it. I think it gives the Bronco a wider, more aggressive stance. Anyway, let me know what you think. Again, I believe both the front and rear look better in person than they do in the pics... somehow it's just like that elusive Cactus Gray color—pictures just don't do it justice.

Functionality: We'll see how it is long term, but I went down the street where there was a short stretch of snow slush left. I put it in 4WD and gunned so I could get all four wheels spinning. Results? I didn't see any spray on the body. It was about to get dark so this was just a quick test, but I'm heading up to Wisconsin to do some snowboarding tomorrow so we'll see how it fares on a longer road test.

So anyway, pics...

Boxed front and rear flaps

Both sets of mudflaps (rear at top, front at bottom)

Pre-installation. You'll want to turn your tire all the way to the right to provide clearance for driver's side installation and the opposite for the passenger side.

Rear wheel, pre-installation. You'll be removing that little plastic trim tab attached to the bumper.

Front flap installed

This is the fender liner location where you'll remove the screws. It may have been easier if the liner wasn't frozen, but it was still pretty easy to remove the screws and put the provide U-clips on.

Rear flap installed. If anything, this was even easier than the front.

Well, that's it. Hope this was useful. Let me know what you think.

I'll check back in once I put them through their paces for a week or so.

I can tell you that all the snow slush and salt all up the side of my doors was beginning to be a major PITA, so if this helps solve that problem, I can definitely say it was $80 well spent.

[EDIT] Two additional tips I forgot to mention:

- It takes a good couple of whacks to get the plastic push-in connector in the front wheel wells in. I just used the bottom of my screwdriver to hammer it.

- The protrusion on the U-clips should face back (towards the inside of the wheel well liner).

Thank you for the excellent write up.

if I could add cheap set of tools for removing those plastic push pins.
This was the first project I didn’t break a single one.
Crank wheel full right to install left front guard and opposite for the other side.

Space heater makes working in cold garage bearable.

Headlamp looks geeky but helps immensely.
An awl or ice pick to punch hole through felt fender liner.
8mm deep socket for the front flaps.

On the rear screws I used some thread locker. The winglet screws ream out the plastic bumper and my luck one would drop out as I was backing into my garage.

The gap on the front is still notable but I’m hoping I’ll get used to it like I got used to the gloss black grill and mirror caps.

Are they perfect? Hopefully they will eliminate the winter process of sweeping slush/crud off the rear flares before allowing rear seat passengers to get out.
Plus the road in front of my house is scheduled to be chip sealed this summer. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chipseal

 

[patch1103]

Thank you for the excellent write up.

if I could add cheap set of tools for removing those plastic push pins.
This was the first project I didn’t break a single one.
Crank wheel full right to install left front guard and opposite for the other side.

Space heater makes working in cold garage bearable.

Headlamp looks geeky but helps immensely.
An awl or ice pick to punch hole through felt fender liner.
8mm deep socket for the front flaps.

On the rear screws I used some thread locker. The winglet screws ream out the plastic bumper and my luck one would drop out as I was backing into my garage.

The gap on the front is still notable but I’m hoping I’ll get used to it like I got used to the gloss black grill and mirror caps.

Are they perfect? Hopefully they will eliminate the winter process of sweeping slush/crud off the rear flares before allowing rear seat passengers to get out.
Plus the road in front of my house is scheduled to be chip sealed this summer. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chipseal

Nice! Good pics and write-up. I wish I'd had that heater when I was installing. That may be one of my next purchases!

Did you find that you needed to poke through the felt liner? I didn't have to do that with mine.

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