TJ flare install

[partsphil]

Just a quick question. I am installing my tj flares and am trying to clamp them to the body to mark the cuts. There is a flange (not the locating pins, I have cut those off already) that runs the full length of the flare and it is holding the flare away from the body. Should I leave that flange on the flare and just fight it or should I take the time to cut it off so the flare fits flat so I can mark where to cut. I know that after the cut, the flange will be ok as it will fit into the area that I just cut. Anybody have any ideas?

[Rock WoRM]

this is'nt answering your Q., but do U have a pic? I just put on 35's and Im going to need something. Been going back and forth between TJ flares or some Xenon YJ's. thanks. :beerchug:





WoRM :bsod:

[Mud-boy]

I read a few how-tos on TJ flares and I think most cut the flange off, not sure though. Got :google: ? You could search the forum to.

[wranglerboy93]

Cut the flange. There really isnt any other way to mount them if you leave it on. I did the TJ flare swap and took the entire flange off. Took it off with a dremmel cut off wheel. Worked good just wear a long sleeve shirt as the plastic comes off and sticks everywhere.

[Sam Stein]

Just cut the flange off. I wanted to keep it to protect the raw metal edge, but it was more work than it was worth. It would probably take excessive trimming of the cut line to make the flange but(sp?) up against it perfectly. Remove flange, clamp on, trace line, remove flare, cut metal, clamp on, mark holes, remove flare, drill holes, touch up bare metal with paint, attach flares, enjoy better looking wheel well shape and slightly increased tire clearance. Be careful of cutting through welded seams.

[bgredjeep]

I left the flange on and had not trouble getting mine fit. I prefer having that extra protection for my tires on those occasions they they hit the back of the wheelwell. I used some spring clamps I had to hold the flare where I wanted it against the fender, then traced the edge with a marker. Cut on the line, err on the side of cutting to little (its easy to cut a little more later vs. putting back a mistake). Take your time and it will come out fine.

[ssyj94]

I did the same left the flange on and clamped the flares up marked it and cut it. I trimmed the flange a little for the front fenders around the marker light so it wasnt such a pita to trim around. Ended up using a grinder to make minor ajustments to the fit came out sweet... good luck

[partsphil]

Wow, after posting this question, I went back out and looked closer at my project. I clamped them on, marked the lines, and started cutting. I have to admit, I was leary of cutting my sheetmetal at first, but once I had one done, the rest was fun. I did leave the flange on for protection of the tire in case it came in contact with the cut edge, and it worked perfectly. It took a full 8 hours to do the install, but I also installed a set of rockers at the same time and they had to be cut to fit. I will try to post up pics later. I am VERY pleased with the results, even though it makes my skinny tires look even skinnier. lol. Hopefully my 35s will be in soon. btw it was 100 degrees here today and I thought I was going to die before I finished!!! :bouncez: :bouncez:

[Rock WoRM]

I am VERY pleased with the results, even though it makes my skinny tires look even skinnier. lol. Hopefully my 35s will be in soon. btw it was 100 degrees here today and I thought I was going to die before I finished!!! :bouncez: :bouncez:
Cool! would like to see them... btw... what TJ flares (brand) did U get. What is the width? (I ask cause Xenon TJ's are 6" wide) tia.


btw... its been averaging 106* here, this week! :spinz:



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