Explorer Mudflap / Splash Guard Suggestions

[dmitch86]

We live on a gravel road, only about a 1/4 until black top. Wanting to get some mudflaps of some sort added quickly. Was just curious what the better options are? Was considering just having the dealership install the OEM Ford flaps, but also seen Weather Tech and Husky Liner both offer "custom fit" flaps. Any reason to choose either of these over the Ford flaps?

 

[03WIExplorerLtd]

Are the Ford ones flaps or injection molded? Personally the flaps are dated. Injection molded loom better in my opinion.

 

[dmitch86]

Yeah, all 3 of the ones we've looked at were molded and not the old school "rubber flap".

 

[peterk9]

Splash Guards

Does anyone have pictures of their Ex with the Ford-offered molded Splash Guards? I did not get them when I ordered my Limited, but feedback elsewhere on this forum has me second-guessing. I'd love to see what they look like installed. :)

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Mud Flaps / Splash Guards / DIY Pics

It is an easy install. Just need a drill, a pair of needle nose pliers, a phillips screwdriver and a flat screwdriver. Fronts can be done without removing the wheels (just turn the wheels to lock) but the backs require wheel removal unless you have a 90° drill and screwdriver.

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Peter

 

[Stephen Cannon]

Personally I used and would strongly recommend Weather Tech NO DRILL. Took about 30 minutes for all four corners. A touch pricey but if installed correctly they should stay on forever.

 

[JAPeterson]

I'll second the Weather Tech, piece of cake to install and look great.

 

[ISTGradFromPSU]

I personally prefer the OEM guards myself. I did the front and rear guards. The rear have the Ford emblem on them (just an added touch). I will say I put these on myself and they were very easy. You do have to drill a hole but it is outlined in the included instructions.

 

[funwithbono]

We live on a gravel road, only about a 1/4 until black top. Wanting to get some mudflaps of some sort added quickly. Was just curious what the better options are? Was considering just having the dealership install the OEM Ford flaps, but also seen Weather Tech and Husky Liner both offer "custom fit" flaps. Any reason to choose either of these over the Ford flaps?

Get the OEM’s. Perfect fit, Perfect matchup...very durable...uses existing trim mold screws...Much better looking than husky or weather tech. Have 100,000 miles on mine and they look new! Exact color of trim molding too...should have come factory. Has a Subaru-esq look on my ‘16 sport!

 

[funwithbono]

We live on a gravel road, only about a 1/4 until black top. Wanting to get some mudflaps of some sort added quickly. Was just curious what the better options are? Was considering just having the dealership install the OEM Ford flaps, but also seen Weather Tech and Husky Liner both offer "custom fit" flaps. Any reason to choose either of these over the Ford flaps?

Forgot to mention. The rears have the Ford logo ghost molded in...very slick look!

 

[JAPeterson]

The Ford logo cost you another $40

 

[funwithbono]

The Ford logo cost you another $40

They are vehicle specific and fit the explorers contours perfectly. $50,000 truck. I’ll spend 80 bucks for perfection! 2011-2016 Ford Explorer Splash Guards Mud Flaps Front & Rear Molded Set Of 4 OEM Amazon.com: 2011-2016 Ford Explorer Splash Guards Mud Flaps Front & Rear Molded Set Of 4 OEM: Automotive

 

[JAPeterson]

The WeatherTech also fit like a glove.

 

[CarpeNoctem]

I have the OEM ones on mine and they definitely help keep the mud and spray off the sides. Should work well with gravel.