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Wrangler flares

Discussion in 'Intermediate CJ-5/6/7/8' started by High5, Apr 19, 2005.

  1. Apr 19, 2005
    High5

    High5 Member

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    Does anyone here run Wrangler flares in the rear for more tire clearance??? How difficult to install???? I was going to buy a set of the bushwacker cut outs, but after looking at my front end I would be cutting behind where the inner fender comes down. I don't want to get into that, especially with glass fenders.

    Thanks
    High5 :beer:
     
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  2. Apr 19, 2005
    OrangeCJ5

    OrangeCJ5 Sponsor

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    Do you mean the TJ flares? I run those in the back. It's not hard to install them, all you need is some tape, a sharpie and a sawzall. I did mine in a couple hrs. on a Saturday. Makes a HUGE difference. You will like it.
     
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  3. Apr 20, 2005
    73CJ89XJ

    73CJ89XJ Heeper

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    I run TJs all around. The front ones will go back about 3-4" behind the factory seam. So I had to reweld it to the cut line. And the front doesn't line up perfectly. But i don't mind it. I'd like to get a different set of fenders to redo it.
     
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  4. Apr 20, 2005
    High5

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    Using those TJ flares gives you more tire clearance right???? Does anyone have pictures of the rear?? That would be the only ones I buy, I'm not going to try and rework my glass fronts.
    Thanks
    High5 :beer:
     
    High5, Apr 20, 2005
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  5. Apr 20, 2005
    ftslogger

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    I have given it thought to run the TJ flare in the rear...Does it make that much of a difference with Tire clearance? I am running 33's with a 2" lift and have had no rubbing issues. :?
     
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  6. Apr 20, 2005
    High5

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    I have 33's and there is no chance that it will fit up in the wheel well as is. I'm planning on a 3 inch lift, but I don't want to stuff a tire and have it destroy the glass tub :D
    Pictures would be great if someone has them. Also, how much extra clearance does it give.
    Thanks
    High5 :beer:
     
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  7. Apr 21, 2005
    73CJ89XJ

    73CJ89XJ Heeper

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    I have a pic at home of me holding the TJ flares over the stock flares. I have to remember to post it tonight.
     
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  8. Apr 21, 2005
    High5

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    That would be great. I know that I can't run what I have now and not do serious damage.
    Thanks
    High5 :beer:
     
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  9. Apr 21, 2005
    lynn

    lynn Time machine / Early CJ5 HR Rep Staff Member

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    Here's a link to a good site where you can see YJ flare installation on a CJ, then the much bigger TJ flare installation:

    http://www.idaho4x4.com/rockhopper/flares.asp

    As you can see there is some cutting involved, but it provides alot more room and a clean look... especially on the rear.
     
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  10. Apr 21, 2005
    73CJ89XJ

    73CJ89XJ Heeper

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    Here's a picture of the rear
     
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  11. Apr 26, 2005
    High5

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    Boy would I love to put those TJ flares on. Unfortunately, I don't think I have room on my glass tub. I might be able to run YJ flares though. Do they offer some added clearance???
    Thanks for the pic
    High5 :stout:
     
    High5, Apr 26, 2005
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