Step by Step Guide on How to Install Fender Flares on Jeeps

Many solid reasons exist for installing your own modifications on your Jeep. To begin with, it saves you money. Secondly, it can be fun and it gives you a sense of satisfaction. Finally, it helps you get to know your vehicle better and makes you more familiar with repairs on a particular item.

Top-notch fender flares add value to your ride and enhance its look. As installation projects go, this one is not overly difficult and can be completed fairly rapidly. It will of course depend upon what model of flares you purchased and how they align with your present vehicle. The good news is that once you have installed your fender flares from XT you will know exactly how to remove them or replace them with a different style.

Replacing your stock fender will give you added capability when you tackle challenging routes. Jeep fender flares cover the entire wheel, especially important if you've added larger tires or lifted your rig. In addition to tweaking the aesthetics of your vehicle, fender flares provide protection from flying objects such as dirt, gravel and other debris.

Best Fender Flares: Poison Spyder Front Crusher Flares

When it comes to tough body armor, Poison Spyder is a trusted name in the industry, and XT carries a full complement of impressive selections to defend your Jeep. Depending upon your needs, you can find fender flares from Poison Spyder in a variety of styles:

• Standard width steel with a black armor coat finish
• Standard width aluminum material
• Narrow width aluminum material
• Tapered defender flares of bare steel
• Extra-wide flares of bare steel

While front fender flares deliver protection for your paint job and have the bonus of keeping debris away from your front windshield, rear fender flares also come in handy on off-road trips. You can easily match the front and rear fender styles for a uniform look. Once you have selected the ideal body armor, it is on to installation. Remember that each installation could be a little different based on the style you select.

Slide Clips Over Each Tab on Jeep

Removing the factory renders is the first step and could require the unhooking of light wires as well as the removal of some hardware. Then you can begin to size up your new components and align the fenders with the Jeep body. This will give you an idea of where you are in the process and how much work is necessary. At this time it is a good idea to have all of your tools in place should you need them:

• Masking tape
• Power drill with metal drill bits
• A center punch
• Screwdriver
• Zip ties

Actual installation procedures will vary, depending upon the make and model of your vehicle and the style of fender flares you purchase. In addition to the flares, your purchase will include the necessary hardware for the installation. This typically includes a series of brackets, as many as four gaskets and a hardware kit of screws. 

Hold Flares in Place on Vehicle

By using the existing hardware on your Jeep frame, you can hold the new fender in place. This gives you the precise location of where you will need to fasten on the flare. You could find that the holes line up and the installation will only require putting the brackets and hardware in place and placing the gaskets between the fender flare and the frame of your vehicle.

If the factory holes do not align with your model, you will then need to drill new holes in the frame. This should be done with care to maintain body integrity and ensure the best fitment.

Screw Holes in Where Necessary

You might need to screw as many as a dozen or so holes in the Jeep frame just above the tire. This enables you to put in the requisite screws to hold the flare in place, giving you the anticipated durability of your body armor. Once the flares are firmly attached, check to make sure there is no looseness in the modification. Also, check over the rest of your work to see if any adjustments are needed.

Once you have completed one fender flare, the rest will be much easier. You will also now be in a better position to change fender flares on your Jeep down the road. Getting the right fender coverings for your Jeep has several advantages.

A factory style will look most like your original fender and is less likely to require the drilling of new holes. A flat style also is comparable to the original, but it can enhance approach angles, tire clearance and wheel articulation. A pocket style gives a rugged look to your Jeep. For the best deals, shop now at XT and improve your vehicle.