pull the flare away from the fender (up angle) or force the
flare to a higher position on the fender than intended (down
angle). Grab the fender lip with an adjustable wrench or a
pair of pliers and bend the sheet metal slightly, until the lip
is level.
- Is the flare making contact with running boards, mud flaps
or other accessories? Often times the flare can be trimmed
to clear other hardware. It is important that the flare be
trimmed with a curved or rounded line to avoid any sharp
corners that will start a crack in the plastic.
- Has the truck had any body damage? Even repaired body
damage may look okay until a flare is placed against it.
Consider having this fixed before continuing with the flare
installation.
- Can the bottom of the rear fender be adjusted? Some
truck fenders have slotted struts at the lower ends. Loosen
the screw and move the fender slightly. Tighten the screw.
Be patient! Reposition the clamps if necessary.
8. Drill the Fender and Install the Screws (PHOTO 9)
A. When you are satisfied with the fit, drill a 1/8" hole through
a flare hole into the fender lip. Select a hole that is next
to the body detail and be sure you are drilling close to the
center of the lip.
B. If a hole in the flare does not line up with the center of
the fender lip, use a drill to slot the hole in the flare in the
direction necessary for alignment.
C. Install a screw.
D. Make sure the flare has not pulled away from the fender in
the tape area due to screw installation.
E. If the flare has moved, remove the screw, hold the flare in
position for a good fit and look at the alignment of the hole
in the flare and the hole on the fender lip.
F. If the holes are no longer aligned, slot the hole in the flare
to allow them to line up.
G. Reinstall the screw and check the fit of the entire flare.
H. If the fit is okay, move to a flare hole next to the opposite
body detail or the opposite end of the flare and repeat this
procedure.
I.
Select another hole and repeat the procedure. Remember
to check the flare fit after installing each screw.
J.
Optional: Apply a small amount of silicone to the holes and
around the screws before the screws are tightened.
K. Remove the clamps after all the screws have been
installed.
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