2018 si sedan mudflaps

[civictrooper]

Whaadup guys was just wondering if anyone has seen these in person or actually has them on there car
Thanks

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[MavicTB]

If they are not paint matched to your color or black I dont see the point personally. I have the black ones...

 

[civictrooper]

If they are not paint matched to your color or black I dont see the point personally. I have the black ones...

Are the ones you have factory from Honda or like these also is it just straight bolt on no mods needed
Thanks man also your car is sick

 

[CameraGuy]

I have some on order with the dealership I purchased my black Si sedan from. Once they are in and I install them I will post a few pics for you.

 

[Micah]

I have the factory ones. Came on the car

 

[MavicTB]

Are the ones you have factory from Honda or like these also is it just straight bolt on no mods needed
Thanks man also your car is sick

Mine are oem. These eBay ones look like the oem ones (only red) ... Not sure on their fitment though.

 

[civictrooper]

I have some on order with the dealership I purchased my black Si sedan from. Once they are in and I install them I will post a few pics for you.

If you don’t mind me asking what the dealer charging
Thanks

 

[CameraGuy]

If you don’t mind me asking what the dealer charging
Thanks

I believe the dealer said 104, I’m not sure though because part of the negotiations on price was including them. I actually just left the dealer to get my plates and pick up the flaps, I’ll install tomorrow and let you know how it went and how it looks

 

[civictrooper]

I believe the dealer said 104, I’m not sure though because part of the negotiations on price was including them. I actually just left the dealer to get my plates and pick up the flaps, I’ll install tomorrow and let you know how it went and how it looks

Cool thanks man

 

[CameraGuy]

Well everything went smooth took about 30mins, I did not remove or have to turn the wheels, just keep them straight

I did have to tap a new hole, the factory ones are not direct fit, but there’s a dimple in the plastic for it and all hardware was included and still was able to finish with just my screwdriver.

I will say my only concern is perhaps the flaps rubbing the paint over time, I will eventually install clear vinyl along the edge where the flap meets the body. And also take some better photos with my camera once it’s nice outside

Included is a picture of the tool I used available at Menards for around 4 bucks and handy to have regardless

 

[civictrooper]

Well everything went smooth took about 30mins, I did not remove or have to turn the wheels, just keep them straight

I did have to tap a new hole, the factory ones are not direct fit, but there’s a dimple in the plastic for it and all hardware was included and still was able to finish with just my screwdriver.

I will say my only concern is perhaps the flaps rubbing the paint over time, I will eventually install clear vinyl along the edge where the flap meets the body. And also take some better photos with my camera once it’s nice outside

Included is a picture of the tool I used available at Menards for around 4 bucks and handy to have regardless

Thanks so much for the pics really appreciate it looks badass gotta get mine ASAP

 

[CameraGuy]

No problem, easy install just need the special screw driver like I showed and your all set

 

[SCOPESYS]

Thanks so much for the pics really appreciate it looks badass gotta get mine ASAP

Looks good.

Are the Mud flats attached to metal Bodywork or Plastic bodywork ?

More of an issue than the Flaps rubbing on the paint (They should not, they are firmly attached, and should not move) is that dirt and water may be able to get in between the flaps and the body. Once dirt builds up, then it hold the water more, and eventually you may be looking at a rust issue.
That is what happened on my Maxima, but only on one side -- and it did take about 20 years before it got bad enough that it was noticeable. Removing the Mud Flap showed a lot more rust damage than was visible when the mud flap was fitted.

I saw a good tip on a Youtube video ( not taking credit for this one)
Use a Leaf Blower to dry the car, rather than just wiping with a microfiber cloth.
The leaf blower will blow all the water out of cracks & crevices (like between the Mud Flats and the Car Body), and you have zero risk of causing micro-scratches on the paintwork, should any grit get onto your Micro-fiber drying cloth. (that you are no longer using on dry surfaces)

Also, assuming you have a good protective finish on your paintwork, the water should just bead off with the blower... and you can clearly see places where it may not, indicating that the protective finish is not doing it's job, and needs correction.

 

[CameraGuy]

Looks good.

Are the Mud flats attached to metal Bodywork or Plastic bodywork ?

More of an issue than the Flaps rubbing on the paint (They should not, they are firmly attached, and should not move) is that dirt and water may be able to get in between the flaps and the body. Once dirt builds up, then it hold the water more, and eventually you may be looking at a rust issue.
That is what happened on my Maxima, but only on one side -- and it did take about 20 years before it got bad enough that it was noticeable. Removing the Mud Flap showed a lot more rust damage than was visible when the mud flap was fitted.

I saw a good tip on a Youtube video ( not taking credit for this one)
Use a Leaf Blower to dry the car, rather than just wiping with a microfiber cloth.
The leaf blower will blow all the water out of cracks & crevices (like between the Mud Flats and the Car Body), and you have zero risk of causing micro-scratches on the paintwork, should any grit get onto your Micro-fiber drying cloth. (that you are no longer using on dry surfaces)

Also, assuming you have a good protective finish on your paintwork, the water should just bead off with the blower... and you can clearly see places where it may not, indicating that the protective finish is not doing it's job, and needs correction.

It’s all plastic where it connects beside the front guards, they are firmly attached but they touch the body ever so slightly in some locations and I think in snow or heavy puddles it would vibrate or move a little and cause wear marks especially on a black car, on a white car it’s proably a non issue

 

[hikaru]

I will say my only concern is perhaps the flaps rubbing the paint over time, I will eventually install clear vinyl along the edge where the flap meets the body. And also take some better photos with my camera once it’s nice outside

I put some clear vinyl on the paint before I put the splash guard on as an insurance.

Looks good.

Are the Mud flats attached to metal Bodywork or Plastic bodywork ?
More of an issue than the Flaps rubbing on the paint (They should not, they are firmly attached, and should not move) is that dirt and water may be able to get in between the flaps and the body. Once dirt builds up, then it hold the water more, and eventually you may be looking at a rust issue.

For some odd reasons Honda offers 2 different types of front splash guard, one only covers up the side skirt, and the other one covers up the fender as well. I bought the low profile version.

It's better to have some sort of clear vinyl protection undernealth because the dirt and water accumulated in the area will deteriorate the paint surface which leaves stains. It'd get rubbed as well if you run over some taller bumps or large potholes.