Rubber Flares

[Grover-98]

Hey guys iv been calling around getting prices on the rubber flares for my Discovery. Ones such as the Bush Ranger range with the metal wire in the outer edge to prevent them from sagging.

I was quoted between 170-190 for the 35mm width flares.

Does anybody know of a better price out there? i had a quick look on ebay but once i added up the postage and effort it was much the same :mad:

[Slunnie]

Hmmm, that wired edge is a good idea, but an absolute cow to get through once the flare is fitted.

[dullbird]

you got a pick of them grover? i'm looking too as i need to take more of my rear guartd off due to damage.

[Grover-98]

This seems to be the best price and quality i can find, if any of you can find a better deal let me know i would much appreciate it! :)

Flexy Flares - Bushranger (http://www.bushranger.com.au/flexy_flares.php)

[dullbird]

thanks for the pic, these are the ones i dont like as they look like home made jobs, if i spot anything i will let you know

[Grover-98]

Cheers mate!

I agree with you they do look cheap and not as good as others but they are a fair bit cheaper so i guess in some cases you do get what you pay for.

James.

[Boxhead63]

I've had these on a previous 4wd and they didn't do much in the looks department for me personally but they were effective. You were right about them being difficult fit the wire through. Then i had a brainstorm. I cut the wire square with a grinder instead of wire cutters, which burred the edge then i sprayed the wire with WD40. It then went through like corn flakes do with me after a night on the grog. Easy as.

Cheers Rob

[EchiDna]

these are the ones the same as those from Hobzee's 4x4 shop? $89 + $22 postage from there...(no I'm not affiliated)
Nissan Maverick Patrol GQ GU - Wheel Arch Flares - WIDE - eBay 4x4 Accessories, Exterior, Car Parts, Accessories, Cars, Bikes, Boats. (end time 01-Jan-09 09:58:04 AEDST) (http://cgi.ebay.com.au/Nissan-Maverick-Patrol-GQ-GU-Wheel-Arch-Flares-WIDE_W0QQitemZ190276781531QQihZ009QQcategoryZ30862 QQtcZphotoQQcmdZViewItemQQ_trksidZp1742.m153.l1262 )

[Grover-98]

Cheers!

thats a good price but it might look a bit strange with 75mm over hang? Bit of over kill perhaps?

James.

[cooter]

how are you planing on fitting them to cut guards?
have you seen these?
WHEEL ARCH FLARE - Side fitting 75mm - eBay 4x4 Accessories, Exterior, Car Parts, Accessories, Cars, Bikes, Boats. (end time 09-Dec-08 08:19:13 AEDST) (http://cgi.ebay.com.au/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&item=300276998668)

[51jay]

Flexi Flares.... You can buy this stuff by the metre...but without the wire,2 types for side or bottom fitting , 2 widths 50mm or 75mm Cost me $68 to do all four corners, and yes,it does look like a handy man job, but they do the job if you'r looking for cheap

[Grover-98]

Flexi Flares.... You can buy this stuff by the metre...but without the wire,2 types for side or bottom fitting , 2 widths 50mm or 75mm Cost me $68 to do all four corners, and yes,it does look like a handy man job, but they do the job if you'r looking for cheap

Any Chance you could post some pics for me?! :)

[51jay]

Sorry mate don't have any pics showing the flares. Got other worries at the moment... my replacement turbo came safely all the way from Nova Scotia to the local delivery post office and now appears to have been lost. :(

[Mudhog1974classic]

I'm looking for a flexie type flare as I have smashed 3 LRA ones to date.

They just don't flex and brake!!!

If you find something can you post pic's.

Brett

[DRanged]

Ok
Guys ''Graham Rubber supplies'' in sydney are a great supplier of all sorts of rubber products ( except dolls you sicko's)

Just google them

This is the most common for guard cuts as it attaches into the side of the guard ,not via the lip. PS no wire in these you dont need it.

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2009/03/780.jpg

Thats the best photo I have of the flares sorry.

Justin

[Mudhog1974classic]

Thanks Justin,

That looks like what I need. I'll have to see if I can find something like that over here in Kiwi land.

Cheers
Brett

[Grover-98]

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2009/03/780.jpg




I vote this to be the best Rangy iv ever seen! Awesome work Justin i read your wright up in the magazine :) i would love to take her of your hands any day!

James. (dont tell grover but id give him up no questions for your rangy) :wasntme:

[Mudhog1974classic]

I'll second that!!

Mudhog is due alittle TLC due to cancer (of the rust type)

I have the 2inch body lift kit from Rovertym and I'm looking at fitting the Thomas PTO winch at the same time.

I have found a truck supplier with a rubber flare, I'll check it out this week. It looks very close to the one Justin has used.

Any chance of some more pic's of your truck Justin?

It looks too good for off roading:D

Cheers
Brett

[DRanged]

Thanks for the nice comments guys, couldn't part with it yet as it is a hoot to own. The flares come in a 10m roll from memory and I have a couple of metres here if you need a little more.

Justin

[51jay]

Justin's flares look to be the same as I got, as I said you buy them by the metre