Model S Refresh Mud/Splash Guards

[M4H4X]

Final physical front template done.

 

[WilliamG]

ABS has a glass transition temperature of around 221 F, so it should remain ductile up until and slightly past the point where water would be boiling. So it … should. Be fine.

I’d be more concerned about brittleness. ABS becomes brittle below about -20F, which for some of you folks in CA might be an issue. But so would the entire mud flap at that point. (Big rock could crack it). That’s why I pre-gapped the clip so it would be under minimum stress.

That’s probably why most mud flaps are made of some form of Injection molded Neoprene which stays useable until about -50F.

Edit: Also worth pointing out the nylon fastners holding your fender wells in and rocker panels on etc are probably made of nylon 6,6 (with some extra stuff) which also has a minimum service temperature of between -40 F and -22 F. They, like the mud flaps, are fine at those temps but may shatter/break if subjected to stress.

Those of us in the Pacific Northwest will be fine!

 

[M4H4X]

I should also point out that the clip is really just for alignment purposes (during installation) and to prevent vibration.

The C clip was to originally pull the shape of the flap into the car but I’ve since added a thermoformed curve. So in theory you could accomplish the same task now with 3M tape and no clip, but the clip is just there for peace of mind.

 

[M4H4X]

The final form:

And on the car:

The final front form added back 1/4” of profile just to be safe, and the new integrated clip, and corrected the 2 degree cant.

Edit: You can’t tell in the photos but the whole flap has the slightest thermoformed angle in it to account for the wheel well curve but still allow a little tension. As a result, the thermoformed C Clip has barely any tension on it. I think it will be fine.

In the event that you get these and decide that’s not enough, I’ll include a template, and instructions on how you can cleanly remove the C Clip, drill, and add a metal clip on your own.

 

[alb]

Looks great! I'm in as well if you have enough. I would like to stop kicking pebbles up the side of my car...

 

[M4H4X]

Last form vs final form:

I think the last form personally looked better, but it just did not provide enough coverage long term.

Some daytime pics tomorrow.

Tomorrow (or Wed) I’ll finalize the rears with the new clip.

Then im ready to organize getting some sets built for others.

 

[scrapps]

Once you're done with those we can get you working on a suitable trunk mat that lets you get to the lower area

 

[Laddcruzer]

Last form vs final form:
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I think the last form personally looked better, but it just did not provide enough coverage long term.

Some daytime pics tomorrow.

Tomorrow (or Wed) I’ll finalize the rears with the new clip.

Then im ready to organize getting some sets built for others.

It seems like it’s been a long race but you definitely have crossed the finish line a real winner. Superb work.

 

[M4H4X]

I LIED. Being a perfectionist, I wasn’t satisfied with the final profile (again), and I reshaped it slightly so it is symmetrical with the rear flaps. Just a smidgin of material removed:

NOW I’m satisfied.

 

[M4H4X]

@M4H4X How about the rears, now that you are using the incorporated ABS clip?

You theoretically could, but it’s quite tight back there, would probably save yourself some time removing a tire. (Just remember to set jack mode first)

 

[WilliamG]

You theoretically could, but it’s quite tight back there, would probably save yourself some time removing a tire. (Just remember to set jack mode first)

Good call there.

Model S Owner's Manual | Tesla

Learn how to properly jack your vehicle and utilize Jack Mode.

www.tesla.com

 

[jm404]

Just curious, would you consider doing two styles - I would prefer a fairly "tucked in" version. And I bet there are some that would prefer rally-style

 

[MFrunkerOG]

I want this! @M4H4X

 

[M4H4X]

Some daytime shots of the final profile:

 

[JavTPY]

I think that looks sharp, it’s a clean minimalist look that doesn’t wrap to the outside of the car like other after market splash guards.

 

[StiTChEs37]

Some daytime shots of the final profile:
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And he even had time to put up his Christmas lights... now I really feel like a slacker...

 

[M4H4X]

And he even had time to put up his Christmas lights... now I really feel like a slacker...

I paid some firefighters to do that actually.

 

[M4H4X]

FINAL rear flap. With the integrated clip. Dual thermoformed angles for wheel well shape and finessed the clip “closed” position for minimal stress after install.

2 bolts per side! No drilling! No PPF needed, but doesn’t hurt.

And on the car:

Working on my other side now.

Going to take a few days now to figure up how I’m going to collect money/keep up with orders, then I’ll open up and ship in the order I’ve been DMed on here.

 

[WilliamG]

FINAL rear flap. With the integrated clip. Dual thermoformed angles for wheel well shape and finessed the clip “closed” position for minimal stress after install.

2 bolts per side! No drilling! No PPF needed, but doesn’t hurt.

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And on the car:

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Working on my other side now.

Going to take a few days now to figure up how I’m going to collect money/keep up with orders, then I’ll open up and ship in the order I’ve been DMed on here.

Absolutely fantastic. Never been so excited for flaps on any car I’ve ever owned.

 

[jebinc]

FINAL rear flap. With the integrated clip. Dual thermoformed angles for wheel well shape and finessed the clip “closed” position for minimal stress after install.

2 bolts per side! No drilling! No PPF needed, but doesn’t hurt.

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And on the car:

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Working on my other side now.

Going to take a few days now to figure up how I’m going to collect money/keep up with orders, then I’ll open up and ship in the order I’ve been DMed on here.

Very well executed!