fender flare removal? 2000 UZJ (1 Viewer)

[hullendersauce]

I have searched and searched, and i see nada on how to get these things off. I know there are some sort of clips etc.. And also theres some adhesive that will need to be taken off. But does anyone have a write-up that I am missing on how to actually go through the process? Tehre are about 5 threads about it, but nothing detailed. Just comments...

thanks for dealing with my ignorance. -SRH

 

[petrotk40]

unscrew all the screws on the clamps then just rip it off. It's not easy. Use a 3M rubber wheel on a drill to remove the adhesive. I think its called a pinstripe remover.

 

[Gottagetone]

^ ^ ^ What he said. You may find some paint damage underneath but it will still look better than with them on. I used goof off and lots of elbow grease to get mine off, not fun.

 

[FullyLitLED]

In case you need the paint codes for that damaged paint...got this from toyotareference site

 

[jgray]

Get them off by any means necessary... Those things are terrible...

 

[petrotk40]

Amazon.com: AES Industries 4" Smart Eraser Pad with Drill Adaptor Arbor: Automotive

or

Amazon.com: 3M Stripe Off Wheel 07498, 4 in x 5/8 in, w/Hardware - 7498AM: Home Improvement

 

[elkaholic]

Be prepared for the possibility of significant paint damage. My '06 had spots worn through to bare metal. I was shocked at how much the local Mr T dealer's estimate was ... luckily I found a small local shop that was more reasonable and did decent work ....

 

[drmwvr]

My '99 had significant paint damage around the rear door interface. No biggie, I have whiskey dents and Texas pin striping all over so it just adds to the character of the vehicle. Agree with above comments...get them off ASAP!

 

[hullendersauce]

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thanks for all the replies! Ill go after this project asap!

 

[petrotk40]

also, a careful hand and a razor blade would be helpful as well. That adhesive don't mess around

 

[Manhattan]

My 2006 had very visible "outlines" from the *#$^ing flares. I had a body shop buff them as best they could... still visible.

 

[petrotk40]

even with the outlines, I think mine still looks better without

 

[2000UZJ]

even with the outlines, I think mine still looks better without

X2....