If you have any drill holes or cuts, paint them! Terms of Service - Wiring a Positive Side Switch to Act Like a Negative Side Switch for an Ox Locker, Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1, The following errors occurred with your submission, Stock XJ Cherokee Tech. Air cutoff tools are also pretty light and easy to brace against the body so that you get a clean cut.
This is kind of like saying, "Geez, I'm really upset that my 35s snapped my Dana 30 shafts. If you want a one piece rear flare, you need to use a flat flare style.
them, or leave tabs that can be folded over and welded together. Only if you want to. It's the flares and bumper interfere with each other. You can usually find fender flare laws there. 4 door XJs use a 2 piece flare in the rear with the "standard" curved cutout flares. Check out our online installation instructions for the 4door 84-96 fender flare kits by clicking, Check out our online installation instructions for the 2door 84-96 fender flare kits by clicking. axles installed so you know what width flares you need. I know it wasn't your question but If you truly want more space then I'd say go pocket style. The blade catches the sheetmetal of your body and shakes it back and forth. through very far and snag/cut stuff if you aren't paying lots of We do have fender flare kits for 1997-2001 Cherokees. We also carry Bushwacker Flares for the MJ, Comanche!Click picture for larger view of Comanche Cut-Out flares. This
buy an air compressor for this job and it's still much easier than a They have better plastic than This is because 4 door kits use a 2 piece flare that attaches to the
Bushwacker does not offer a 1/4 fold option, so if you plan to do a 1/4 fold, go for Napier. your flares, it'll be well worth it in 5 years. type of plastic (except for a metal set below). They have the "standard" fender flare look that covers up your tires. you can! Roundforge.com is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com. It's only the rear set that's different. Privacy Statement - The design of the flare enlarges your fender opening an additional 2" for better fitting of larger tires. What size tire are you trying to clear? Now you've seen them, we don't even have to tell you how awesome they are. of tyre coverage from debris, Installs easily with minimal drilling or cutting, OEM textured black finish has an OE-quality style, Trail ready UV protected Dura-Flex 2000 TPO, Made in the USA with a Limited Lifetime Warranty, Bushwacker JK 4 Door Trail Armour Fastback Soft To, Bushwacker JK 2 Door Trail Armour Fastback Soft To, Bushwacker JK 2 Door Trail Armour Flatback Soft To. You will notice we also have a snorkel on our vehicle.
On the rears, all i did was trim up to the "mini flare", and on the fronts, i probably took out average of 1.5" of sheet metal on the sides and maybe 3/4 on the top. Cutoff wheels are far easier to use than a Sawzall for cutting in flares. The pictured steel flares from Affordable Offroad are made out of 1/8" CNCed steel. This is not true with other cutout fender flares!
Fender flares on your Cherokee XJ will make your XJ look a little more presentable. Make sure they aren't warped and be sure that you have all Manage Preferences - larger diameter wheel on an electric grinder works well. We'd speculate that people probably return flares once they realize they need to cut their XJ's body. One piece attaches to the door and one piece attaches to the body. Some states will use the law just to pull you over. Other Vehicles. Some state have no exposed tire tread laws. I got a good deal on Amazon , the flares were 380 and got a 50 dollar rebate from Bushwacker . The snorkel was actually a pretty easy fit and the finished result looks 'factory'. As with anything else, you get what you pay for. No. Fender wells have more If you need serious protection, you need steel fender flares.
Great customer service. Frankly, if you can spare flares are expensive!
Installation of fender flares is not for the faint of heart!
Some people hate that rear cutout flares on Cherokees are 2 pieces. Find pricing information on this kit in the Flat Style flare listing down below.
He makes a full flare as well. If you just need stock flares, it's easy to buy them new. I'm leaning towards the Napier flats, not for the price, but I think I get a little more clearance.
Here are some answers to questions you'll have: Yes. 2 door Jeep Cherokees and pickups use a to your inner fender/apron. Our design integrates neatly with the factory rocker guards and fully molded wheel well protection. If you want the look - and the real-world performance - that best fits an American icon, nothing goes with your Jeep better than Bushwacker Flat Style Fender Flares. We probably wouldn't go too much cheaper on flares than the EAGs - there are kits our there for much less, but they tend to fit badly, install badly, and break more easily. Please contact us if you have any questions on this. If you want wide, non-stock fender flares, you'll need to cut the body. Take a look at the Bushwacker cutout flares here: If you want to see the how the installation will go, get the installation details here. Be ready for anything - equip your Jeep Cherokee with Bushwacker Flat Style Fender Flares. The exterior paint gets scratched because you never thought to tape it. The exclusive Dura-Flex 2000 TPO textured material is designed for extreme off-road conditions, making them the toughest tube-style alternative that's ready to install and look good out of the box! There are small differences installation between different years and different trim levels. All XJ fender flare kits will work on 1984 to 2001 Jeep Cherokee All Rights Reserved, Coupon code: 10% off $500 or more at 4 Wheel Parts (SD4WP10OFF), Coupon code: 5% off entire purchase at 4 Wheel Parts (4WPAFEXAPR5), Bushwacker Flat Fender Flares for XJs and MJs, full set, Bushwacker Flat Fender Flares for XJs and MJs, front set, Bushwacker Flat Fender Flares for XJs and MJs, rear set, Bushwacker Cutout Fender Flares for 4 door XJs, full set, Bushwacker Cutout Fender Flares for 4 door XJs, front set, Bushwacker Cutout Fender Flares for 4 door XJs, rear set, EAG Cutout Fender Flares for 4 door XJs, full set, Bushwacker Cutout Fender Flares for 2 door XJs and MJ Comanches, full set, Bushwacker Cutout Fender Flares for 4 door XJs, 2 door XJs, and MJ Comanches, front set, Affordable Offroad Steel Fender Flares for Jeep XJs, full set, Affordable Offroad Steel Fender Flares for Jeep XJs, front set, Affordable Offroad Steel Fender Flares for Jeep XJs, rear set. For some reason, a full set usually costs only a little more than a rear or front set. A Bushwacker flares are We also participate in other affiliate programs. Unlike other flares on the market that may crack or break apart when they come into contact with a trail obstacle, Bushwacker flares are VERY flexible and pliable. Contact Us - There are plenty of options out there for flares on your Cherokee. Bushwacker Cut-Out flares come with everything you need -- including an attitude that just won't quit! properly bumpstopped, they stuff nicely. Front flares are different from rear flares. The Bushwacker flares are also 100% UV resistant.
It's also doing things out of the ordinary. That point is usually when the blade binds a little or you're repositioning for a cut. most of us, the fender cutting you need to do to stuff 33s or 35s in your We have a list of DMV websites here. Warped flares will be annoying to install. They're the first and only flat style flares made to absorb impact, using our proprietary Dura-Flex 2000 TPO - the thickest, most flexible material available. Leaders and innovators in the supply, fitting and service of aftermarket Jeep accessories. However, there are small differences between Cherokees that may require you to make small adjustments, cut trim off, or massage sheetmetal. Remember, if you're not big on the arched cutout style, you can still use the flat style above. A Missing hardware seems to be common. quarter together. We've got your options covered from budget to, uh, not budget. Thanks for the feedback everybody. That means if you bought a kit for your 1985 XJ Cherokee you could rust out if you don't protect them.
"Rules" aren't just laws. Budget flares like the EAGs work fine. budget flares and they will generally install a little easier.
All ZJ,WJ & WK aftermarket tech goes here. A decent set of flares will keep you legal. They blend with the lines of your vehicle for a terrific look that's bold enough to turn heads, trim enough to go anywhere. It is cheap, fairly durable and should get you 4-ish inches of tire coverage. Another Cheaper flares sets are usually sold in a set of four. Flares come with covered fastener caps. These'll add around 60 lbs to your XJ. Flat Style Fender Flares maximize your tyre coverage and wheel articulation for severe off-road use. However, if you don't have the budget for them, check out EAG's flares. These differences are noted in the installation instructions for the flares that we included above. the hardware. Amazingly, "My fender flares broke when I ran into a tree" is a very common complaint with plastic flares! problem with any type of reciprocating saw is that the blade can poke on how much you cut, you can either pinch the edges together and weld Napier flats about 5in of lift on 35s work great. Because 2 door Cherokees and Jeep MJs have lots of metal forward of the rear wheelwell, they can use a one piece rear fender flare. have a welder) but it'll add a little strength to tie the liner and door and the quarter panel. Sawzalls are amazing until they aren't. If you want to stay out of trouble with law enforcement we generally stick to our "Don't break two 'rules' at once" policy. Flares come in basic black, or can be painted (instructions include information on painting). 33's would be a perfect fit. A standard set of flares weighs in around 9 lbs. They are made from an attractive, unbreakable thermo-plastic olefin material. They do require a little sheet metal trimming around the wheel opening, but the instructions are very easy to follow. Almost any place that sells garden supplies will have plastic lawn and garden edging in large rolls. If you're one of them, your only option is to pick up a set of flat flares above OR buy a two door Cherokee! A little work with a utility knife and the great trim molding supplied with your flares make this an easy and great looking job. Flare kits are also available for 2Door Cherokees pictured to the right. Stock Grand Cherokee Tech. Napier 1/4 fold flat flares. The same kit fits both 2-door and 4-door Cherokee models. Some states have the law but don't really enforce it. The Bushwacker flat-style flares are available in as a rear set, a front set, or a full set. Other Jeep models & cars and trucks of other makes. I could go with 32s but I believe 33s would rub . At Rocky Road, we are Cherokee experts and simply have a better selection of true Cherokee parts. XJs. Other cutout style fenders come in two pieces for the rear fender flare. Go figure! 34's (305x70R17) fit perfectly at 3.5" of lift with the bushwackers: I was leaning towards the flat flares but decided to go with the pocket flares for more clearance. The flares are 100% UV protected, too, to stop chalking in its tracks. Cutout flares are the second style that you're likely to encounter. This may go without saying, but if you have aftermarket bumpers, look at Help other JeepKonection users shop smarter by writing reviews for products you have purchased. This'll give you a little more room to work. If you make any small mistakes, they'll be covered up by the flare.
If you poke around on 4x4 forums, there are plenty of other off roaders that want When you cut the rear quarter panels, you'll end up with a gap between the wheelwell liner and the quarter panel. They extend a five inches beyond the wheel-well opening, so they're perfect for those aggressive, super-sized tires. If your tire tread is covered, it'll keep the tire from: Lots of people don't like lifted trucks, loud exhausts, and big tires. All XJ Non-modified/stock questions go here, Modified Grand Cherokee Tech.
These fender flares do not fit 2 door Cherokees or the Jeep Comanche MJ pickup. Check out Bushwacker's cutout fender flares here: Installation on these is fairly similar to the 4 door instructions, but a little less fiddly. The extra width of the flares give you additional protection from the elements - and an exciting look at the same time. Try to NOT cut through them unless the cut pattern tells you to. Probably not. All "normal" fender flares for XJs come in some i can stand on my flares and there is no give.
Archive - Unfortunately, the po-po in many areas do not like this. Depending Yes. All fender flares for XJs require cutting. i would have no issue running a 34 or 35s. Usually the results are: Jigsaws are a little better, but not a lot. It should go without saying, but if your fender flares come in contact with rocks or trees out on the trail, they will break. I'm really happy with the quality of the Napiers and recommend them over the bushwackers for the price. The perfect cut line you made up to this point is slightly wallowed out. It's slightly Flinging mud off your tires onto other cars, Slingshotting stones into people's windshields, Producing tons of fine droplets of rainwater that fill the air and lower visibility for cars behind you, Bought bigger tires when you should've bought a locker, Drive around with a tire and a gas can on your roof rack, 100% of the time. Advertising - Check it out here. Some states have the law but don't really enforce it, but may enforce it if you aren't a local. But one of the great things about them is that they also come in one piece for the rear fender. However, you will find: Inspect them! Most companies won't have these kits and likely won't know anything fitting to a 1997 or newer Jeep. This comes at a weight penalty, though! Someone should have told me!". Cherokee 2-door Bushwacker Cut-Out Fender Flare kit.
Bushwacker has been in the business a long time - they use their own plastic and their flares are fairly resistant to fading. First of all, many states have a rule stating that your vehicle need its tire tread covered. As with the flat fender flares, you'll need to cut your front fenders and your rear quarters in order to fit these. wide area on either side of the cut line! reciprocating saw to make your fender flare cuts, make sure to tape a attention. is completely optional (no fender flare manufacturer expects you to Drive a muddy, jacked-up XJ without fender flares.
Cookie Policy - The small diameter cutoff wheel makes it much easier to cut curves. Same great strength, looks, flexibility, tire clearance, and other features as the 4dr flares listed and described above, yet designed specifically for your 2 door Cherokee. Unfortunately, you can't buy the rear flares separately, only the fronts. Not everybody has a big air compressor that can run a cutoff tool! They look good as they are, you don't have to worry about scratching them, and it saves a lot of money! 33's would clear flats with your 6.5in lift easily.
From DIY to fully engineered solutions we can help make your Jeep unique. If you have no choice but to use some sort of black, but is paintable. Besides easier install, the one piece design also means that it'll fit 2 door XJs, 4 door XJs, or MJ comanche pickups. From what I have read if you want more metal cut away you need to go with the pocket style flares . Adds up to 4.5 in. Sawzall.
We really like the look of flat fender flares on XJs. Do Not Sell My Personal Information -, By logging into your account, you agree to our. Steel flares (mostly) won't crack or break against trees and rocks and usually provide more clearance since they're designed for serious wheeling. Enforcement for this varies pretty widely: Legality-wise, we think flares on your XJ are generally a good idea since you may travel into a state that has fender flare laws even if yours doesn't. The rear flare/armor also comes with a 1 3/4" tube rub rail. Transport cocaine when you have a taillight out.
We have had folks who have asked about fitting for a Safari Snorkel. you to run flares(and mudflaps) since they've had windshields broken by Click the picture at left for a larger view. front flare kit won't fit on the rear fenders, or vice versa. I didn't think I'd have enough space with the flats. Copyright Roundforge 2019. No Drill application uses factory holes for mounting and the flat matte black finish looks awesome with any paint color. As you can see from our green Cherokee pictured lower, not only can it be done, but the end result can look excellent. Get some cool 4x4 tech every couple of weeks: Slap some big meats on your XJ Cherokee and it's pretty easy to have them sticking out past the body. Take a look at the Bushwacker flare kits on your Jeeps and a few others by checking out this video from the 2012 Easter Jeep Safari in Moab, UT. If that's the case, cut the flares to fit. For example, our mounting brackets bolt straight onto your Jeep for added strength and simpler fitting. I have the Bushwacker Flats and had to cut away very little metal and with 31 inch tires and 3 inch lift it is about the right look .
However, Bushwacker basically owns the flare market and they make more flare styles for more body styles than anyone else. Get a taste of the install here.
There are also differences between 2 door Cherokee/MJ Comanche kits and 4 door Cherokee kits. The shots of our company green Cherokee down below illustrate how our flare kits fit on the 1997-2001 Cherokees. fender well will be easily covered by most aftermarket fender flares. also install it on your buddy's 1999 XJ Cherokee. You need steel flares if you really want to rub rocks. Most people that install fender flares on their Cherokee choose to leave the flares unpainted. You don't have to honk to get noticed -- with the wide coverage and tough, bold looks of the Bushwacker Cut-Out flares. You'll notice that a 4 door Cherokee extends the door almost to the front edge of the rear fender well.This means there is no place to attach a cutout style flair! Read our tips below and also check out the installation instructions here. Be careful not to cut or drill through to them! Some XJs are laid out a little differently, but you may have wiring, I am running 32's on 5". Let's take a look at some flare whys, flare features, and a few flares that work well .
Amazon, the Amazon logo, AmazonSupply, and the AmazonSupply logo are trademarks of Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. It won't cover fender cuts, so they need to be straight. rocks catapulted through the air by unprotected tire tread. This plastic comes in Some flares will interfere with stock bumper end caps. Fender flares are usually a "measure twice, cut once" type of job. Whether you're headed for rugged territory or a night on the town, these flares make a powerful statement with some of the widest tire coverage you can find. The 2 doors DO have different fender flares for the rear quarter panel. You will need to cut your front fenders and rear quarters to install these. Don't mess with a defective set. There are a few different styles, but you'll pay more for anything that isn't a basic look.
the lines of the bumpers and the lines of the flares. There aren't really any budget options out there for the 2 door Cherokee/Comanche-style fender flares since both of these vehicles are pretty rare! YES. For the most part, you can buy Bushwacker flares as a front set only, a rear set only, or a full set. Because of the fact that you have a large panel covering your cut lines and don't need to worry about flare alignment in the same way, you'll probably find these a little easier to install than plastic flares. we prefer a 2" (small diameter) cutting wheel on an air cutoff tool. You can usually mod the flares or remove the caps. There are some spot welds on the rear fender well. Pictured above, Bushwacker Cut-Out kit. generally the best flares you can get. Also, use the shortest blade Pay attention to prices! Generally, All ZJ/WJ/WK Non-modified/stock questions go here! For Flares used with the snorkel require some special trimming. If you choose to paint them, a body shop will do the best work to match the flares to your XJ's paint. You may find that Yet they're carefully engineered to install with a minimum of extra tools and bodywork (see the installation guide for your specific vehicle for details). Chekout the Affordable Offroad fender flares here: Along with reinforcing the fender edge, these flares will protect most of the panel they are attached to: They have the strength that plastic can't have. They are very similar to the Bushwacker flares for quite a bit less cash. Pictured down below are a few shots of our green 1997 Cherokee with the flares mounted. some extra time for a primer/paint combo to fully dry before you install
You can buy the front flares separately - the front fender flares for a 2 door XJ, Comanche, and 4 door XJ are all the same. tubing, your windshield washer reservoir, or relay/fuse blocks mounted more difficult to handle than a cutoff tool, but it would be silly to No one will warranty fender flares that broke from being smashed. Some states have the law and also enforce it during the required inspection. caked-on dirt and road salt than most other parts of your XJ and will Unless you're building your XJ into a pure trail beast, you most likely need fender flares. These unique looking flare kits offer extreme style for your Cherokee. Although it's important to be careful when you're cutting, remember: Your cut line will be covered up by the flare. They're original! Besides, Extend-A-Fender are our most popular flares. You may need to do hammering and light cutting inside the wheelwell, and this is much easier with the tire off. So you would try not to: Do states just make up these fender flare laws to be jerks?
easiest to know what you need once you have your tires, wheels, and We've been selling our flare kits for the 97+ vehicles since the late 90's and it is an excellent system. We can't help what our competitors sell, say, or know, but we do have kits for the 97-01 Jeeps as well as the older model Jeeps. one-piece flare. Note that you'll need to drill your fender and quarter panels to install these and you'll need to cut plenty to make them fit. Just be careful to not go too deep on the curves to ensure that they're clean.
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