Model S Refresh Mud/Splash Guards

[M4H4X]

It all sounds great, quick question though, do we have to take the wheels off to install or can we use a 45 degree tool of some sort to do it?

For the front I wouldn’t recommend removing the wheel, you’ll have enough space at full lock.

For the rear it can be done, but it will be similar experience to cutting your lawn with a pocket knife. There will be a lot of regret and cursing.

 

[CaptUAL]

Great, I’m #8. Confirming I would love a set. Standing by with $$

 

[sflgator]

Revised list. @DJ-3 dropped because he worked out his own solution. @Bkguy I’ve added you to the list now.

1. @WilliamG
2. @PhilippeNorm
3. @sflgator
4. @jleonk
5. @scrapps
6. @bmms8
7. @Rbats
8. @CaptUAL
9. @JavTPY
10. @4SUPER9
11. @Bull
12. @derichio02
13. @gbailey
14. @Laddcruzer
15. @shadowmike
16. @StiTChEs37
17. @Spyderman09
18. @jm404
19. @alb
20. @MFrunkerOG
21. @deadwynter
22. @GroovaEV
23. @chrisdh79
24. @Buddha2345
25. @properly1
26. @planetary
27. @bhzmark
28. @jebinc
29. @Mgbjr16
30. @Bkguy

Please DM ppl here when you're ready since we all don't check the thread all the time, every day and with the holidays coming up soon. But a DM will send an email to us. Thanks!

 

[M4H4X]

Hardware has arrived and been assembled!

ABS was delayed--BUT should be here Monday.

 

[oktane]

I’m in for second round

 

[WilliamG]

Hardware has arrived and been assembled!
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ABS was delayed--BUT should be here Monday.

Awesome, thanks for the update! So close, so close!

 

[4SUPER9]

Bought my breaker bar, impact wrench and jack pads. Ready to go.

 

[M4H4X]

Bought my breaker bar, impact wrench and jack pads. Ready to go.

Did you get a hub cap tool (if you're running the 21s)?

Amazon.com

 

[4SUPER9]

Did you get a hub cap tool (if you're running the 21s)?

Amazon.com

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I have 19's for now.

 

[Bloomj]

The Fastener I’m pointing to on the left replaces the factory fastener (center) on the corner of the mud flap:
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You then reuse the factory fastener on the drilled hole on the left:

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Then a very short M6x1.0 bolt Is used up top.

(Currently looking for the right length, brb)

Can you tell me what part number or where you got the clip fastener that you used Put a screw through the flap without drilling the car?

Nevermind, I found it in the thread.

Furthermore , if you decide to offer another round, I’m in.

 

[Bull]

Did you get a hub cap tool (if you're running the 21s)?

Amazon.com

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Thanks for the link. Just ordered. All set for flaps now.

 

[M4H4X]

Plastic should be here tomorrow.

Coincidentally she's going in for service tomorrow to replace the front door seals (excess residue all over the triangle window area).

So Ill need to be working on this first batch to keep it out of my head. Hope Tesla takes good care of it.

 

[Bloomj]

Plastic should be here tomorrow.

Coincidentally she's going in for service tomorrow to replace the front door seals (excess residue all over the triangle window area). View attachment 743629View attachment 743630

So Ill need to be working on this first batch to keep it out of my head. Hope Tesla takes good care of it.

Look sweet!

My White/black LR comes in 10 days!!

I ordered a pair of the generic flaps for the front to hold me over.

 

[FrenchB4]

I’m interested in the next round of flaps, M4H4X. Nice job!

 

[Str8down]

One thing to be aware of, the “smooth” side will not be perfect. This plastic practically comes pre-scratched on the non-textured side, but it’s just the nature of the beast. I suppose you could sand a texture into the “smooth” side if you wanted.

Scratches and divots and so forth visible here:
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In a perfect world I’d like to have texture on both sides. But this is how it comes.

It doesn’t bother me because it’s a consumable part much like a tire. The goal of the flaps is to blend in and not be noticed. And they do a good job of that.

I’ll experiment with some resurfacing with some scrap pieces tomorrow out of curiosity though.

Just an idea, why not make the smooth side towards the tire? It'll get textured quickly on it's own, and nobody will see it anyway, being close to the tire. The nice looking side with stay nice on the backside

 

[WilliamG]

Just an idea, why not make the smooth side towards the tire? It'll get textured quickly on it's own, and nobody will see it anyway, being close to the tire. The nice looking side with stay nice on the backside

I'm not fussed either way, - I'll go with whatever the creator decides!

 

[M4H4X]

Some photos today while at the service center.

Flap Production begins TODAY!

 

[bmms8]

Some photos today while at the service center.

Flap Production begins TODAY!

Looks great! Are you okay overnighting for those of us who pay extra? Im going on a long trip this Friday into the mountains. Would be awesome to put them on before i go

 

[krsgio]

Looks nice, I made a similar design for my P85D out of matte carbon which matches the spoiler and interior carbon pieces.

 

[M4H4X]

Looks nice, I made a similar design for my P85D out of matte carbon which matches the spoiler and interior carbon pieces.

Really awesome work there! I wish I could do CF as well but don't have access/experience with the materials yet (specifically molding it for the rear).