What do you guys think about mudflaps? I did not get them (had to negotiate out of $995 protection package). I have a black TL. I kind of like the look without, but am interested in other opinions.

 

I held off on getting them too because of the 18" wheels and tires. When I go back to the dealer, I'll check them out and see if they'll provide the coverage I need. I'm worried about rocks and dirt being thrown up and nicking the paint.

 

I'm more worried that the problem we had on the 99-03 TL perisists--the mudflaps, if left on for more than a few months, scratched through the paint and could be a potential rust problem. I have therefore chosen to go without them.

 

I had an 02 TL (4 cars ago :wow: ) that came with the mudflaps. I had no problem with them scratching through the paint. I think the fit during installation is key. That's one of the reasons I won't get the aero kit for the front: very poor fitting with gaps that will allow dirt to get in between.

 

Bob, I have not gotten them either (first of 4 cars not to have them), and I also have the SSM color. I did not like how they looked on the silver when I saw it on the demo, but may get them after all as the area just below the rear doors in front of the rear wheel well, seems to colect water and make that area dirty before the rest of the car.

Should be no issue with rust as where it attaches is plastic (rear bumper and lower frame rail).

 

I had the scratches on my '02, so by the time I wanted to take them off, it was too late. I'll let y'all get the mudflaps for now...let me know if they scratch the paint in a few months. If they don't, I'll bite and buy some because they do have some utility.

 

I was wondering about the mudflaps too. On my current 00 TL I didn't get the rear mudflaps, they come standard with the front ones in Canada, and found that the rear fender was always dirtier than the front door behind the wheel. I didn't order them but I'm still thinking about it. I'd like to see how it looks on first.

 

I have had the mud flaps on my last three cars. Would not ever consider not getting them. My current car is almost ten years old and looks brand new for the most part. The flaps really do have a function and are a necessity in my book. Just my two cents worth though!

 

mudflaps are onl nice when the same color of the car. How much would it cost to paint them? Will paint stay on that kind of plastic?

In terms of scratches, you could stick some dynomat on the part that touches the car before u screw them on. SHould be a nice fix

 

Now that I would love to see!! I hope someone here knows how this could be accomplished.

 

A TSXer did it named Bear Trap on acura-tsx.com on his blue TSX. I looked quick, but don't have much time this morning. You could prob find it pretty easitly, otherwise I will look tonight and post for u

 

Just cause I care so much

here ya go

http://www.acura-tsx.com/forums/show...t=splash+guard

 

I've had mud flaps on every car I've ever owned, including my '04 TL. They're functional and finish the car off nicely. I think the standard black color goes quite well with my deep green pearl color.

 

I have them on my 04 TL and I think they look nice. Some people have mentioned that if you have mud flaps then decide to get the body kit you will see the scratches. That was true with the old design but the new design body kit will cover the area where the mud flap was thus covering up the scratches.

 

Got them. They blend nicely against Anthracite paint color ....

 

Just had them installed on my new white diamond pearl and IMHO think they really make the car. The black against the white really adds to the look and also protects the lower body panels from getting scratched and dirty from road debris.

 

I'd get them if I were you, especially on a black car, as they will hardly be noticed. Just think of all that road film and dirt spray that won't wind up on the side of your car. I'd put them on myself as most Honda/Acura mudflaps are very easy to install. I already had them on my car when I purchased it and even on the Abyss Blue they don't look bad. If you have a white or silver car, they proababy stand out more.

 

And in case anyone wonders, they are not really "flaps"! I think they look great especially on darker cars.

 

I have Desert Mist and they look great. Its a nice contrast. Should match the tint when I get it.

 

The aero kit already incorporated on the car makes mud flaps not much of a neccesity.

 

I have a brand new in the box set for an 04 TL - decided not to put em on - PM me if interested.