Pocket Style Fender Flares
Hey X Community,
I finished making some pocket style fender flares that many members have been wondering about you can order them through my website in the link below or feel free to gather info about them on this thread.
www.x-trek.com
Fender Flares are an extension piece to your Xterra’s fender that provide additional coverage for your wheels and tires that stick out past the fender.
Screen Shot 2016-01-21 at 2.43.27 PM by Travis Watkins, on Flickr
20161208_095628 by
Features and Benefits
1. Fender Flares keep your Xterra in compliance with many states Vehicle Equipment Laws. They greatly lower the chances of getting pulled over and even fined for having tires that stick out past your fender.
2. Adds an additional 2 and a quarter inches of wheel coverage. They can be also be sanded down for less coverage.
3. Deflects dust and debris away from body paint. Preserving your paint and even resale value.
4. Uniquely style your vehicle like no one else. These flares come shipped ready to paint. They can easily be matched to your Xterra’s body paint or any other color you desire. They can be line-x, Rhino Line, or Kevlar Coated.
5. Easy to install. For most users these flares will require minimalistic drilling along with minor trimming. Preexisting factory holes can even be used as mounting points to fasten the flares.
6. For oversized wheels and tires, trimming out the entire wheel well portion of the flares and bolting the flares to the fender allows for coverage on extremely wide set ups.
Individual sets $650 + Shipping
Group Orders 7-10 sets $550 + Shipping
These are handcrafted and Made In America of the best quality. There's always the option to make cheap stuff in overseas, but these are quality.
What’s included
1. A set of fender flares that will cover both the front and rear wheel wells.
2. Rubber Trim for the edges of the flares.
3. Mounting Screws and 3M VHB Tape
Note- at the base price they come flat black, ready to paint and do not come with the bolts
Extras
1. Front bumper piece $50 Extra. (If you have a stock bumper you will want this piece. You won't need this piece if you have an aftermarket bumper)
[url=https://flic.kr/p/YLRa5E]Front%20bumper%20piece_zpseroepmj4 by Travis Watkins, on Flickr
2. Stainless Steel Short Bolts & Nuts (For bolt-on look) $55 Extra
3. Stainless Steel Long Bolts & Nuts (For actual bolt-on mounting) $95 Extra
4. Painted/Bed-lined $100 Extra
Installation and mounting
Xterra%20mounting%20pic_zpsecrs59ll-2 by Travis Watkins, on Flickr
1. Remove mud flaps
2. Hold up the flares in place to the corresponding fender so they fit correctly. (Clamps work great to temporarily hold in place while mounting)
3. Using the screws provided, screw the flares to the under lip of the wheel well. (To secure the flares firmly use three screws for each part) Or if you have a wider suspension/wheel set up and you already trimmed out the underlip of the wheel well, you will have to bolt the flares to the sides of the xterra.
4. The rear door section can be mounted on by using industrial strength 3M VHB Tape (included). There is a flange on the back side of these flares that allows for the VHB tape to firmly mount the flares to the door.
(I don't recommend bolting this section to your xterra as putting holes in your doors will lead to your interior possibly being exposed to the environment)
Xterra%20rear%20mounting%20pic_zpsphogs55r by Travis Watkins, on Flickr
5. Trim flares where rubbing occurs or will occur when wheels are turned and suspension is bottomed out. Also if you do decide to mount the flares by using the bolting method be careful while drilling. You don't want to go to fast and puncture any of your Xterra's components. **This part is very important because if not trimmed the wheels can damage the flares.
Xterra%20bolt%20mounting%20pic_zpsfjo8hl04 by Travis Watkins, on Flickr
Ordering:
You can order a set on my website: 3rd Gen Toyota Tacoma Grille Insert and Nissan Xterra Fender Flares
or send me a PM on here or email me at watki127@mail.chapman.edu and we can work out the details and payments via paypal.
When you send me an email include:
FAQ's
1. Won't adding the fender flares lower the room I have for wheel clearance and cause more rubbing?
Not necessarily because the areas that get rubbing you trim out.
2. Are there returns?
No, buy at your own risk, you can always resell them. If you think there is something wrong or missing with the flares I will be happy to help and make things right.
3. What are they made out of?
Fiberglass
4. What if I they get damaged?
Fiberglass is easy to repair, paint, and work with.
5. How do they fit?
Most sets will fit without having to do any adjustments but not every Xterra is exactly the same nor will everyone have the same tire and suspension set up. In some cases you may need to sand down or do some minor modifications depending on your set up. In most cases they will fit but don't be be surprised if you have to do some minor tweaking. Most modifications can be done with the most basic tools such as sand paper and a Dremel in a small amount of time.
6. Will these fit with Rock Sliders?
Not all rock sliders are the same so I cannot answer that for all of them. The only area where rockslides could cause hindering with mounting and fitment is below the rear door section. To give you an idea if the flares will fit with the sliders, the flares hang down below the rear door section about 4 inches and are 4.5 inches wide. If it is a tight fit you can always sand them down.
FullSizeRender-27 by Travis Watkins, on Flickr
FullSizeRender-26 by Travis Watkins, on Flickr
IMG_2410 by Travis Watkins, on Flickr
Screen%20Shot%202017-06-27%20at%2011.00.23%20AM_zpsh7qxfwbv by Travis Watkins, on Flickr
UNADJUSTEDNONRAW_thumb_a by Travis Watkins, on Flickr
20170710_171722 by Travis Watkins, on Flickr
Screen Shot 2016-01-08 at 5.12.12 PM by Travis Watkins, on Flickr
IMG_2409 by Travis Watkins, on Flickr
Hey X Community,
I finished making some pocket style fender flares that many members have been wondering about you can order them through my website in the link below or feel free to gather info about them on this thread.
www.x-trek.com
Fender Flares are an extension piece to your Xterra’s fender that provide additional coverage for your wheels and tires that stick out past the fender.
Screen Shot 2016-01-21 at 2.43.27 PM by Travis Watkins, on Flickr
20161208_095628 by
Features and Benefits
1. Fender Flares keep your Xterra in compliance with many states Vehicle Equipment Laws. They greatly lower the chances of getting pulled over and even fined for having tires that stick out past your fender.
2. Adds an additional 2 and a quarter inches of wheel coverage. They can be also be sanded down for less coverage.
3. Deflects dust and debris away from body paint. Preserving your paint and even resale value.
4. Uniquely style your vehicle like no one else. These flares come shipped ready to paint. They can easily be matched to your Xterra’s body paint or any other color you desire. They can be line-x, Rhino Line, or Kevlar Coated.
5. Easy to install. For most users these flares will require minimalistic drilling along with minor trimming. Preexisting factory holes can even be used as mounting points to fasten the flares.
6. For oversized wheels and tires, trimming out the entire wheel well portion of the flares and bolting the flares to the fender allows for coverage on extremely wide set ups.
Individual sets $650 + Shipping
Group Orders 7-10 sets $550 + Shipping
These are handcrafted and Made In America of the best quality. There's always the option to make cheap stuff in overseas, but these are quality.
What’s included
1. A set of fender flares that will cover both the front and rear wheel wells.
2. Rubber Trim for the edges of the flares.
3. Mounting Screws and 3M VHB Tape
Note- at the base price they come flat black, ready to paint and do not come with the bolts
Extras
1. Front bumper piece $50 Extra. (If you have a stock bumper you will want this piece. You won't need this piece if you have an aftermarket bumper)
[url=https://flic.kr/p/YLRa5E]Front%20bumper%20piece_zpseroepmj4 by Travis Watkins, on Flickr
2. Stainless Steel Short Bolts & Nuts (For bolt-on look) $55 Extra
3. Stainless Steel Long Bolts & Nuts (For actual bolt-on mounting) $95 Extra
4. Painted/Bed-lined $100 Extra
Installation and mounting
Xterra%20mounting%20pic_zpsecrs59ll-2 by Travis Watkins, on Flickr
1. Remove mud flaps
2. Hold up the flares in place to the corresponding fender so they fit correctly. (Clamps work great to temporarily hold in place while mounting)
3. Using the screws provided, screw the flares to the under lip of the wheel well. (To secure the flares firmly use three screws for each part) Or if you have a wider suspension/wheel set up and you already trimmed out the underlip of the wheel well, you will have to bolt the flares to the sides of the xterra.
4. The rear door section can be mounted on by using industrial strength 3M VHB Tape (included). There is a flange on the back side of these flares that allows for the VHB tape to firmly mount the flares to the door.
(I don't recommend bolting this section to your xterra as putting holes in your doors will lead to your interior possibly being exposed to the environment)
Xterra%20rear%20mounting%20pic_zpsphogs55r by Travis Watkins, on Flickr
5. Trim flares where rubbing occurs or will occur when wheels are turned and suspension is bottomed out. Also if you do decide to mount the flares by using the bolting method be careful while drilling. You don't want to go to fast and puncture any of your Xterra's components. **This part is very important because if not trimmed the wheels can damage the flares.
Xterra%20bolt%20mounting%20pic_zpsfjo8hl04 by Travis Watkins, on Flickr
Ordering:
You can order a set on my website: 3rd Gen Toyota Tacoma Grille Insert and Nissan Xterra Fender Flares
or send me a PM on here or email me at watki127@mail.chapman.edu and we can work out the details and payments via paypal.
When you send me an email include:
- If you need the front bumper piece
- If you would like the Short Bolts (for bolt on look) or long bolts (for actual bolt on mounting) or no hardware (if you'd like to get them yourself)
- If you want them painted
- Your address
FAQ's
1. Won't adding the fender flares lower the room I have for wheel clearance and cause more rubbing?
Not necessarily because the areas that get rubbing you trim out.
2. Are there returns?
No, buy at your own risk, you can always resell them. If you think there is something wrong or missing with the flares I will be happy to help and make things right.
3. What are they made out of?
Fiberglass
4. What if I they get damaged?
Fiberglass is easy to repair, paint, and work with.
5. How do they fit?
Most sets will fit without having to do any adjustments but not every Xterra is exactly the same nor will everyone have the same tire and suspension set up. In some cases you may need to sand down or do some minor modifications depending on your set up. In most cases they will fit but don't be be surprised if you have to do some minor tweaking. Most modifications can be done with the most basic tools such as sand paper and a Dremel in a small amount of time.
6. Will these fit with Rock Sliders?
Not all rock sliders are the same so I cannot answer that for all of them. The only area where rockslides could cause hindering with mounting and fitment is below the rear door section. To give you an idea if the flares will fit with the sliders, the flares hang down below the rear door section about 4 inches and are 4.5 inches wide. If it is a tight fit you can always sand them down.
FullSizeRender-27 by Travis Watkins, on Flickr
FullSizeRender-26 by Travis Watkins, on Flickr
IMG_2410 by Travis Watkins, on Flickr
Screen%20Shot%202017-06-27%20at%2011.00.23%20AM_zpsh7qxfwbv by Travis Watkins, on Flickr
UNADJUSTEDNONRAW_thumb_a by Travis Watkins, on Flickr
20170710_171722 by Travis Watkins, on Flickr
Screen Shot 2016-01-08 at 5.12.12 PM by Travis Watkins, on Flickr
IMG_2409 by Travis Watkins, on Flickr