Splash Guard
#1
Splash Guard
Hello all. Wife and I just got a 2013 RDX Tech. Loving it so far.
I have a question on the splash guard. I searched and saw a couple threads regarding installation, but I was wondering more about functionality.
How well do they work? I washed the car a few days ago and while driving to work, I had to cross some puddles from sprinklers, which got the area behind the tire dirty. It's not like there's thick mud along the car, just little dirt spots along the bottom. How much will they help with that?
I have a question on the splash guard. I searched and saw a couple threads regarding installation, but I was wondering more about functionality.
How well do they work? I washed the car a few days ago and while driving to work, I had to cross some puddles from sprinklers, which got the area behind the tire dirty. It's not like there's thick mud along the car, just little dirt spots along the bottom. How much will they help with that?
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mlkslr1 (05-09-2013)
#2
^^ I think they are more cosmetic than functional myself. They are tiny and don't extend down very low but that is just my opinion. That being said, they do make the RDX look more complete and are worth the price just for the looks alone
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#5
They are small, but I think they do a reasonable job, not like the 3x3 foot size on a semi trailer, but good enough for the RDX. I drove my RDX in snow and slush several times a week all winter. The splash guards kept most of the gunk off of the paint.
Regards, Jim
#6
Thanks all. Still not 100% convinced they're worth the $$. I guess the only way to find out if they actually work is to install 2 on one side of the car, drive through puddles, and see if there's a difference.
It's not that $100 is a lot of money. I'd just rather save the $100 and put it towards a roof rack or something.
It's not that $100 is a lot of money. I'd just rather save the $100 and put it towards a roof rack or something.
#7
But I agree, they will help but they are not as good or efficient as others could be.
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#9
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Despite all the different opinions, I can tell you first hand that they DO HELP.
Besides reducing (not eliminating) the dirty water that winds up behind the front wheels and on the bottom of the rear quarter panel, it will also help prevent pebbles from hitting and damaging those areas.
Besides reducing (not eliminating) the dirty water that winds up behind the front wheels and on the bottom of the rear quarter panel, it will also help prevent pebbles from hitting and damaging those areas.
#11
Instructor
Hey Weather, you don't take your RDX out in the rain anyway. They should work perfectly for you.
They are small, but I think they do a reasonable job, not like the 3x3 foot size on a semi trailer, but good enough for the RDX. I drove my RDX in snow and slush several times a week all winter. The splash guards kept most of the gunk off of the paint.
Regards, Jim
They are small, but I think they do a reasonable job, not like the 3x3 foot size on a semi trailer, but good enough for the RDX. I drove my RDX in snow and slush several times a week all winter. The splash guards kept most of the gunk off of the paint.
Regards, Jim
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weather (05-13-2013)
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I am waiting for my splash guards to be delivered along with the diamond cut rims. Are you able to wax the splash guards? From the photos I seen of the splash guards, they look like the same plastic as the lower portion of the bumper.
I got the splash guards to help protect my RDX and to prevent salt from damaging my paint in the winter.
I got the splash guards to help protect my RDX and to prevent salt from damaging my paint in the winter.
#13
The splash guards are the same plastic as the lower bumper and the trim that runs along the side of the body. I haven't tried to wax them, but they're just kind of that hard plastic so I'm not sure the wax would accomplish much.
#15
^^ Sorry to be late to the game but NO, do not put wax on any of the black bumper part (or the splash guards)....that will make them fade with time.
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RDXChic (06-01-2013)
#17
^^ No problem. As far as what I put on the "splash guards", I don't put anything specific on the outside of them (as on the plastic portion of the bumper and the bottom of the vehicle). Try to leave it as natural as possible to reduce the risk of discoloration.
There are other great contributors to this site and I am sure others will chime in but before putting anything on that portion of the RDX, make sure you get solid advice. I'd hate to see you doing something that would do more harm than good.
There are other great contributors to this site and I am sure others will chime in but before putting anything on that portion of the RDX, make sure you get solid advice. I'd hate to see you doing something that would do more harm than good.
#19
Drifting
To me the car looks better with them. They are pretty small and as such I question how much functionality they actually have. I have ordered them with the RDX I am getting and is on order as an extra. Funny thing is when looking @ the specs they seem to be standard. Anyone else aware of this?
#20
To me the car looks better with them. They are pretty small and as such I question how much functionality they actually have. I have ordered them with the RDX I am getting and is on order as an extra. Funny thing is when looking @ the specs they seem to be standard. Anyone else aware of this?
In the USA they are optional.
#22
^^ The same applies for the fog lights. Also, in Canada, you can get a white RDX with a black interior, in the US, you cannot get a white RDX with a black interior. I know its bizarre as they built in the same plant!
#23
Drifting
Also, my TL, has the light washers, which are a pain and messes up the hood, and the USA models don't. Go figure.
#24
2015 RDX Tech AWD
You can put 303 protectant on any of the black trim (upper & lower) on the RDX. It will help slow down sun fade. If you happen to live in an area where the sun shines, such as Florida. Canada?.... Forgetaboutit!
#25
Now sunscreens for a car...c'mon guys...!!!
#26
2015 RDX Tech AWD
Ya'all must not be from around here?
Hey rube.... Ya'll must not be from around here....
The summer sun is really brutal down here. Park your car in your drive way for about two years and the black rubber cat whiskers at the bottom of your windows will crack and let the rain in your doors.
Any black decorative trim that gets overhead sun will bleach out gray . We cover our boat trailer tires with booties as the sun will dry them out in storage yards. We don't buy dark colored cars unless we just moved down and don't know any better....
Here in Florida.... We don't care, and even less want to hear how you did it up north.
Last edited by ARascal; 08-10-2014 at 12:49 PM.
#27
From WV.
I get your point ..but I was joking anyways... cheers.
I get your point ..but I was joking anyways... cheers.
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#29
All of my vehicles came with splash guards installed with the exception of my Civic which only had them installed in the front so I bought another set and installed them on the rear which cleaned up the rear wheel wells nicely.
I would go for the front ones at least, that corner of the fender closest to the ground and wheel will take a beating from rocks and road dirt over the years.
I would go for the front ones at least, that corner of the fender closest to the ground and wheel will take a beating from rocks and road dirt over the years.
#30
Are these splash guards super easy to install as DIY or should be done at a shop?
Do I need any special tools to install them in case I decide to do it myself?
Do I need any special tools to install them in case I decide to do it myself?
#32
2015 RDX Tech AWD
Easy job...
All you need: Splash guard kit (buy online NOT from the stealer), Phillips screw driver, Small flat screw driver Spring loaded punch or scratch awl, Band aids (lol), and Read The Directions first. Screw tightening sequence is important.
Half hour job after you get the tools together. You don't even need to jack her up.
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Sculldog3 (10-11-2014)
#34
There is a website OEMacuraparts which apparently sells the OEM splash guards for a discount (4 pieces around $102). Acura dealer / website price is $138.00. Is this a reliable website? Has anyone used it before? Thanks.
#36
I just got those splash guards today. Will install them soon. To be honest they look more like body cladding at the corners rather than an effective splash guards. They could have made it at least an inch longer. But anyways I knew what I was getting into.
#38
Now to me the car looks complete with the splash guards...but the only problem is you have to look hard to see them. They kind of "blend in" with the body side side cladding very well. I'm still hoping it'll keep the dirt and snow out of the body.
#40
I took close up pictures because they are not that visible from far off....