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Which pair do you like better (Fender Flares)
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08-31-2010, 08:26 PM
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2009 JK Wrangler
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Which pair do you like better (Fender Flares)
Smittybilt XRC Fender Flares or Rugged Ridge NEW FLAT Fender Flare
both are about the same price?
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08-31-2010, 08:43 PM
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Make mine a Jeep!
 
2012 JK Wrangler
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I kinda like the RR ones more.
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08-31-2010, 09:00 PM
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Web Wheeler
 
2010 JK Wrangler
Join Date: May 2010
Location: Long Island, New York
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If I could only choose between the 2 I'd go with the Smittybuilt
Both look like DIY jobs. The RR looks like a trimmed flare that has too much flare left on and the Smitty looks like too much taken off. What are your local laws regarding tire coverage. You may be better off with the RR |
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08-31-2010, 09:11 PM
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Old Jeep Guy
1990 YJ Wrangler
Join Date: Mar 2008
Location: Ottawa Lake, Michigan
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I like the RR flares but before I'd make a final decision there are other flares out there to checkout. Neither one of the two choices provide much tire coverage which means "Holy flying mudballs"!!!
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08-31-2010, 09:35 PM
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Registered User
2010 JK Wrangler
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The RR ones look about the same as the stock..
 If i had to pick from the 2 it would be the smitty's then again.. meh |
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08-31-2010, 09:38 PM
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Registered User
2009 JK Wrangler
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Of these 2 choices I like the Smitty better. However, it doesn't provide much cover. I like the Bushwacker flats better than both of these. If you are like me and like to ride with your foot (in flip flops with toes exposed) on your slider/doorframe and don't want to have a rock or piece of metal/debris take off a toe or severly mame your foot, then I wouldn't go with those smittybilts. They [rovide no protection and are probably not legal in "some" states. Of course, in MS they have better things to do than stopping people and whipping out a tape measure....
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08-31-2010, 09:48 PM
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Registered User
2010 JK Wrangler
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Yup... big fan of these...
 when the dough comes around...i will most definitely get them  |
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08-31-2010, 10:17 PM
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Jeepin' Fool
2008 JK Wrangler
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Another vote for the Bushwackers...I love mine!
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08-31-2010, 11:32 PM
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Registered User
2007 JK Wrangler
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My vote goes to Bushwackers, but if your set on one of the two you linked... Smitty's look better IMO.
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09-01-2010, 04:55 AM
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Registered User
2009 JK Wrangler
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Thanks everyone for the opinions greatly appreciated!!
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09-01-2010, 07:58 AM
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Junior Member
2010 JK Wrangler
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I like the Bushwacker's they are on my list !
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09-01-2010, 08:02 AM
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Senior Member
2007 JK Wrangler
Join Date: Apr 2007
Location: White House, Tennessee
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I think we all like the Bush........
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09-01-2010, 11:39 AM
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Old Jeep Guy
1990 YJ Wrangler
Join Date: Mar 2008
Location: Ottawa Lake, Michigan
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I've had good experience with my Bushwacker pocket flares on my XJ. Bushwacker looks like the way to go.
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09-01-2010, 02:10 PM
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Registered User
2009 JK Wrangler
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I'd have to agree with the Bushwacker Flats. That's the route I'd go if I could afford it.
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09-01-2010, 02:34 PM
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Senior Member
2007 JK Wrangler
Join Date: Apr 2007
Location: White House, Tennessee
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$479.00 with shipping on the flat fender ones off of Ebay.
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