Splashguards for a GS300 ?
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Just got a GS thats never been in the rain , do these cars need splashguards to protect the paint behind the wheels ? Thanks
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K i checked ebay and I found these http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Pro-F...#ht_2636wt_939 My question is, can you paint rubber splash guards? will the paint start coming off as rubber does bend?
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I am only concerned about the area behind the wheels and the sandblast effect many cars suffer in that area . My sons new Lancer gts is already in need of paint behind the rear wheels due to this in everyday driving . Just wondering if these cars are in need of that protection in that area , before I get the car out in day to day service .
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I personally think its a waste of money, you're probably just going to end up scratching what you put those things on to protect in the first place. Ever take mud guards off a car that came with them like a year later? Its all scuffed up and scratched underneath from the rocks/dirt that collects under the surface where they mount. To me it seems counter intuitive. Instead of ugly looking mudguards, i would think it would be better to just apply a small sheet of 3M clear bra in that area.
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Install is simple , but I do like the 3m idea also , painted guards are nearly $300 . I'm going to observe the car and see if anything is needed (why I posted in the first p[lace) and probably go with the 3m stuff . Its stupid to let a cars finish get chiped up .
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I think thats exactly what people want to avoid , repainting . Very expensive and the risk of not matching perfect and killing resale value . A protected car is seen by most as a babied, well taken care of car .
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