Mudflaps removable? - GreenHybrid

noflash · #1 (**permalink**) 03-22-2007, 10:05 AM

I just went to check out a possible 2nd HCHII for us, and apparently the dealership puts mudflaps on all their cars and tacks on $140.

This wasn't a problem for our last HCHII purchase, because we waited for it straight from the factory and I told them not to add anything.

So are they drilled into the bodywork or can they be uninstalled?

Thanks, Ian

Anahymbrid · #2 (**permalink**) 03-22-2007, 11:31 AM

Lucky you... click the link and you'll see the installation instructions for the mud guards!!

http://www.handaaccessories.com/civi...-splash4dr.pdf

Looks like no drilling, but you do modify some clips and trim away some undercoating.

ralph_dog · #3 (**permalink**) 03-22-2007, 01:12 PM

I installed them on my 05hch and they are attached by clips and by use of a self tapping screw that threads into the plastic part of the car body, then anchored with the metal clips. All you will need to uninstall them is a screwdriver, maybe a car jack and a jack stand. May need to remove a wheel to get at the screws unless you have a flex screwdriver.

noflash · #4 (**permalink**) 03-22-2007, 02:46 PM

So it will only leave screw holes in the black plastic wheel well liner?

WRXSTi · #5 (**permalink**) 03-23-2007, 08:06 PM

95 - mudflaps
60 - Labor (approximation)
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155

Looks like they a giving ~ %10-15 discount on the MF and passing on the labor cost. Reasonable from a dealer IMO.

If you don't have a jack and not prepared to take the tire off you will find it challenging to install the flaps, especially the rear.

I mail ordered mine and installed them myself... I also went the extra step of having them painted which IMO makes the car more appealing.

http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2481187/4

noflash · #6 (**permalink**) 03-30-2007, 10:02 AM

Ok, there is a plastic flap that gets removed in the rear wheel well upon installation. The Honda dealership's sales department keeps spares of these flaps just for troubler-maker customers such as myself.

So we are bringing the car in for a swap-out.

Thanks for everyone's help.