Mud flaps/rock guards for my new 'Stang

[jameskhana]

Based on this thread I ordered Rockblox (via Amazon) and received them yesterday. I haven't had a chance to install them, but the kit looks complete and what ultimately sold it for me was the hardware. I guess I'm too old school to trust double sided tape in an environment like that and coming from a 4X4 background, crappy mudflaps and torn up fender liners and aren't too uncommon of a site on the side of a trail I know this is entirely different, just sayin' for what it's worth........

Agreed! I bought RokBlokz for my Tacoma 5-6 years ago, and based on the pictures in this thread their hardware looks significantly improved (which was really my only issue with their Tacoma kit at the time).

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[krishelnino]

Based on the information in this thread, i also ordered the Rokblokz from Amazon and just received them today. I'll post some pics and impressions once they're installed in few weeks. Waiting for the spacers now !

 

[wcharon]

Based on the information in this thread, i also ordered the Rokblokz from Amazon and just received them today. I'll post some pics and impressions once they're installed in few weeks. Waiting for the spacers now !

Excellent. Will like to see pics of the spacers once you receive them. Are you going to put them with original rims and what size did you choose?

 

[krishelnino]

Excellent. Will like to see pics of the spacers once you receive them. Are you going to put them with original rims and what size did you choose?

I have the OEM PP wheels 19x9 255/40 at the front and 19x9.5 275/40 at the rear. I'm going a different route with the spacers, not getting the bolt-on adapter type ones but slip on type hub and wheel centric spacers available from @Optimum Performance. These spacers require installing extended lug nuts.

I purchased the following parts

ARP 14MM Extended Length Stud 5 Pack Length: 1" Longer Than Stock SKU: 100-7733 (set of 4)
20MM Hub Centric - Wheel Centric - Wheel Spacer - Pair SKU: OP20MM (for the rear)
25MM Hub Centric - Wheel Centric - Wheel Spacer - Pair SKU: OP25MM (for the front)
Gorilla Automotive 26143BC Small Diameter Duplex Acorn 5-Lug Kit (Pack of 20)

The current wheels will eventually be replaced next year with 19x11 square setup (305/30) but until then i hope the spacers will keep me happy !

 

[wcharon]

Thanks... Will check them out.

 

[MakStang]

Can someone tell me if it is absolutely necessary to remove the rear wheels in order to fit the Rokblokz? I am about to order them but I don’t want to remove the rear wheels as I don’t have the tools to do that.

 

[ValidusTalon]

I haven't tackled the job yet, but just eyeballing it, I think you could squeeze your hands and tools in there but it will likely be challenging. I plan to just put the car on jack stands and use it as an opportunity to clean / polish the wheels while I've got 'em off...

 

[MakStang]

Yeah, I just ordered them from Amazon and I will receive them next week. I am not going to remove the rear wheels, I will simply squeeze my hands in there. I use 25mm wheel spacers on all four and my P51 wheels have an offset of 35, so I get mud and debris everywhere. I am looking forward to fitting them.

 

[Dave_6]

I removed the wheels to do mine. I really don't see how it can be done otherwise especially when you have to drill a hole out to a larger size on the rears.

 

[moarhorsepower]

I'm going to give the Rokblokz a shot soon. My ZL1's flaps didn't hold up well to last winter (one cracked a piece off) and the double sided tape doesn't work well no matter how much time and prep I put into them.

 

[wcharon]

Well i received the Rokblokz Guards yesterday and they were installed. As stated by others the orientation and instructions of the clips are not so clear but once you get it is a piece of cake the installation.

Also there is no way to install the rear ones without taking the rims out. I took the opportunity and installed also the Security Locks of the Rims.

Very satisfied with the quality and look of these. Here are a few pics for reference...

 

[NIXPP2]

Looks good, and that beautiful paint is very well protected. On my PP2 they tires are still a little outside the guards, but it helps a ton!

 

[wcharon]

Looks good, and that beautiful paint is very well protected. On my PP2 they tires are still a little outside the guards, but it helps a ton!

Thanks @NIXPP2 ... Actually i was thinking to go with a wider tires and rims but not going outside the fenders but this is a game changer. Seems that i will stay with the OEM sizes nd without spacers..

 

[krishelnino]

Well i received the Rokblokz Guards yesterday and they were installed. As stated by others the orientation and instructions of the clips are not so clear but once you get it is a piece of cake the installation.

Also there is no way to install the rear ones without taking the rims out. I took the opportunity and installed also the Security Locks of the Rims.

Very satisfied with the quality and look of these. Here are a few pics for reference...

Got them in the mail yesterday. Fully agree, the instructions are ridiculous but it doesn't seem too hard for the install. I'll post some pics after i put them on this week

 

[ValidusTalon]

As stated by others the orientation and instructions of the clips are not so clear but once you get it is a piece of cake the installation.

I gotta agree with wcharon, I have only had time to install the front flaps on my car but felt like a monkey with a hammer trying to figure out the instructions for the clips (the top attachment in for the front flaps). Once you sort that out they go on easy and you can do it without taking the front wheels off (I just turned mine fully to one side). Something to point out that wasn't obvious to me is the flaps have a textured side and a smooth side. The smooth side is supposed to face your tire w/the textured side facing outward (toward the back of the car). They will go on either way.... ask me how I know

Also agree that it's a no go on the rears without taking off the wheels. I held 'em up, eyeballed it, and nope... so that'll be when I have a bit more time later this week. I usually take the opportunity to clean and polish the wheels anyway so it's not a bad deal...

IMO these are the best bang for the buck option right now.... go for it!

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