My take on mud flaps

[pwykes]

I got these at Amazon. About $20. Easy to install and look good.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07VBL9NNB/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

 

[Fusion]

Yeah, got them off Amazon from China. Here are how mine failed. Both the front left & right have the exact same type of damage.

Pros:
The one screw and two push-tabs held secure, they didn't break off nor did I lose them
It didn't tear the fabric lining of the wheel well at all
It didn't mar nor scratch my paint

Cons:
They broke

One broke when I went over an exceptionally large speed bump - even at very low speeds it hit and made a cracking plastic noise (not a great sound but better than the metal battery banging I guess). The other broke some other time, not really sure nor did I hear it. I'll be getting a new set for next summer ($19.99 only) as I love how they look and they worked really well overall.

In the mountains though during the winter I'm pretty sure they would be pulled off with the first couple feet on the road. Hope this helps!

They do have two types. A hard molded type(which you got) or a very flexible one that's more like rubber. Looks the same but different materials.

 

[rlb4]

They do have two types. A hard molded type(which you got) or a very flexible one that's more like rubber. Looks the same but different materials.

Which is better?

 

[Candleflame]

i think like ppl already pointed out here the hard ones are probably garbage (and hence i bought the rubber one).

There technically is drilling required for the front ones, though i didnt do it which means the top part does flap slightly but hasnt really made any difference to the look or function...

 

[dmurphy]

Perfect match.

@Garlan Garner Thank you for your advice! I just installed these flaps and you’re absolutely right - it looks great. No photos right now since it’s dark out, but tomorrow once I clean the car, I will.

Great call - it’s a nice touch, and hopefully will save the road bits from getting all over the rocker panels. I’ve already got streaks of tar caked on - guess what I’m scrubbing in the morning.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07Y55WTN9/

 

[rlb4]

i think like ppl already pointed out here the hard ones are probably garbage (and hence i bought the rubber one).

There technically is drilling required for the front ones, though i didnt do it which means the top part does flap slightly but hasnt really made any difference to the look or function...

Do you have a link for the rubber ones?

 

[BelfastEV]

@Garlan Garner Thank you for your advice! I just installed these flaps and you’re absolutely right - it looks great. No photos right now since it’s dark out, but tomorrow once I clean the car, I will.

Great call - it’s a nice touch, and hopefully will save the road bits from getting all over the rocker panels. I’ve already got streaks of tar caked on - guess what I’m scrubbing in the morning.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07Y55WTN9/

What’s the link to the mud flaps in question ? Thanks

 

[Candleflame]

Do you have a link for the rubber ones?

For Tesla Model 3 4PCS Car Mud Flaps Splash Guard Fender Mudguard + Fixing Screw | eBay

 

[dmurphy]

What’s the link to the mud flaps in question ? Thanks

These are the ones I used. So far, so good! (But it’s only been 24 hours. ;-)

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07Y55WTN9/

 

[boriszima]

These are the ones I used. So far, so good! (But it’s only been 24 hours. ;-)

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07Y55WTN9/

thanks, I also wanted painted ones but some here said paint will crack and recommend inpainted. I hope these will workout for you.

 

[dmurphy]

thanks, I also wanted painted ones but some here said paint will crack and recommend inpainted. I hope these will workout for you.

I do too, thank you! Worst case, I *do* have a Tesla touch up kit. I know they’re kinda unicorn-like to find in pearl white, so I snagged one when they showed up in stock.

 

[boriszima]

I do too, thank you! Worst case, I *do* have a Tesla touch up kit. I know they’re kinda unicorn-like to find in pearl white, so I snagged one when they showed up in stock.

good idea. Are yours rubber like or ridged kind? I want to get mud flaps because just like any car, dirt gets picked up and ends up under the car panels

 

[MrBadger]

I ordered some supposedly rubberised mud flaps from Amazon UK and got sent the more ridgid plastic ones. I'm having difficulty with obtaining the more flexible ones so if anyone who has a working link to ones that are definitely rubberised version and ships to UK, it would be very much appreciated. The last few links have either been shipping Australia only, or a non working link.

Seller of the ones that I received offered me 30% refund and told me to keep them, but if they break as above, then I definitely want the rubberised version.

 

[Garlan Garner]

These are the ones I used. So far, so good! (But it’s only been 24 hours. ;-)

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07Y55WTN9/

Those are the ones I have.

2 months in - 2k miles.

No problem so far.

 

[N54TT]

I installed the molded guards, I bought from kkmoon on amazon For $20, a couple weeks ago. Yesterday I found the front passenger side was broken after driving through some rain the day before. I’ve read they’re all possibly made from the same manufacturer. Ordered the $40 ones from basenor and will see today if they’re the same exact thing. If these brake too I’ll either just run without guards or wait for rally armor. I was only planning on running the guards for the winter...typically hate the look of them lol...but the molded ones aren’t too bad. Btw I installed the fronts with 3m double sided tape instead of drilling a hole...and they held on great.

 

[outdoors]

Tesla to offer free 'protection kit' with mud flaps in tough climates after Model 3 paint issues - Electrek

Just saw this for those thinking about flaps.

 

[Skunis]

Tesla to offer free 'protection kit' with mud flaps in tough climates after Model 3 paint issues - Electrek

Just saw this for those thinking about flaps.

I live in NJ and there is salt and sand down all winter. I hope they offer it to other areas. Even if they do not offer this in other areas they should offer it as a kit for purchase. I would consider. I was considering some PPF in the "splash" zones but haven't decided. Guess I need to make that decision soon. Was told it is about $300-500 for just behind each wheel and under both doors on each side.

 

[Glamisduner]

I live in NJ and there is salt and sand down all winter. I hope they offer it to other areas. Even if they do not offer this in other areas they should offer it as a kit for purchase. I would consider. I was considering some PPF in the "splash" zones but haven't decided. Guess I need to make that decision soon. Was told it is about $300-500 for just behind each wheel and under both doors on each side.

2018+ Tesla Model 3 - Servo PPF
$130 if you don't mind installing it yourself. If you go that route, I just get the PPF dripping wet when applying.

 

[N54TT]

Got the basenor guards in today. They do look almost identical to the cheaper kkmoon ones...same markings. BUT there is a design change. The fronts also have a lip/hook that clips around the fender to hold it in place....just like the rear ones. Will see if these brake also lol.

 

[Candleflame]

looks like you are buying the plastic ones? buy the rubber ones!