2. Paint the Flares
If you plan on painting the flares, do so before permanently
installing them on the truck, but not until you have verified
the fit of each, as described in Step 1, Confirm the Flare Fit.
Warn 4X Flares and ThinLine Flares accept paint well when
prepared properly.
A. Clean the flare surface with rubbing alcohol or a paint prep
solvent specifically for plastics.
B. Do not use acetone, lacquer thinner, enamel reducer or any
solvent that attacks or softens plastic.
C. Scuff the flare surface with a fine ScotchBright™ type
abrasive pad for a superior paint bond.
D. Warn Flares can be coated with any paint or primer suitable
for ABS plastic.
E. Warn recommends a flex agent in the paint for maximum
durability.
NOTICE: High temperatures used for curing some paint systems
can permanently deform the flares causing a poor fit.
Check with a qualified paint shop for proper painting
instructions.
3. Prepare the Flare for Tape (PHOTO 1)
A. Use rubbing alcohol to remove any oil or wax that may be
on the flare in the area to be taped.
B. Do not use strong solvents, such as acetone or lacquer
thinner, that may soften or attack the plastic.
C. Clean the entire flare surface to be taped.
D. Allow the surface to dry before you install the tape.
E. The flare temperature should be at least 60° F for best
tape adhesion.
4. Apply the Two-sided Tape (PHOTO 2, 3)
A. Get the strongest tape bond possible by completing the
above procedure before continuing.
B. Separate the two strips of two-sided tape by cutting the
paper backing in half.
C. Peel about 2" of paper backing away from the tape to start.
DO NOT REMOVE THE RED PLASTIC BACKING FROM THE
TAPE AT THIS TIME.
D. Leave a tape "tail", about an inch long, on each end of the
flare so the backing can be removed after the flares have
been screwed in place.
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