My Rocker Panels are getting trashed.
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Burning Brakes
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From: Huntsville AL
My Rocker Panels are getting trashed.
What are my options? My car is lowered so that rules out the Altec splash guards. I'm looking at APSIS now. For those who have them, are they worth the money, how do you like the fit and finish?
Pics please...
Pics please...
Le Mans Master
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From: York PA
Not sure what APSIS means, but there are rocker panel protectors that bolt to your frame (beside the length of the rocker panels) that are thicker than the panels and take the blow before the panels do. Worth every penny.
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I should have done that before I lowererd my car litterary to the floor, but it's up again, so I don't scrape anymore.
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From: Placentia California
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I have the same problem after years of driving...didn't really notice how bad it was until I got the 4 post lift. once in the air at eye level you can really see the stonepecking damage...now it is too late to do anything worthwhile
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I put the splash guards on from MidAmerica which helps a lot. I then had the Venture Shield product (clear bra) installed all along the bottom panel. Very satisfied with the results. If the car is too low for the splash guards you can install the Venture Shield all the way to the back of the car.
As for the rash that is already there, I would check with some places that do touch up painting and detailing for car lots in your area. Many car dealers use this kind of service to touch up used cars that come in for trade and that will be kept for resale. If you can't find any of those I would check with a paint shop. Good luck
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If they are already chipped, just get them repaired/repainted and then use some 3M clear protective film over them. It won't keep every chip away, but it sure will reduce them by a significant amount.