Recommendations for C-5 splash guards
Thread Starter
Pro
Joined: Jan 2006
Posts: 571
Likes: 29
From: Delanson New York
Recommendations for C-5 splash guards
I want to install splash guards on my 2003 to help prevent stone chips.
I do not want to drill any additional holes in the wheel wells, just use the existing fasteners locations.
Not sure if I want black or body color (50th anniversary red).
Any thoughts or advice on a set of 4 which will work?.
Thanks
I do not want to drill any additional holes in the wheel wells, just use the existing fasteners locations.
Not sure if I want black or body color (50th anniversary red).
Any thoughts or advice on a set of 4 which will work?.
Thanks
Team Owner
Joined: Jul 2006
Posts: 22,689
Likes: 476
From: Douglas County WI
I want to install splash guards on my 2003 to help prevent stone chips.
I do not want to drill any additional holes in the wheel wells, just use the existing fasteners locations.
Not sure if I want black or body color (50th anniversary red).
Any thoughts or advice on a set of 4 which will work?.
Thanks
I do not want to drill any additional holes in the wheel wells, just use the existing fasteners locations.
Not sure if I want black or body color (50th anniversary red).
Any thoughts or advice on a set of 4 which will work?.
Thanks
They also sell extra spring clips
Melting Slicks
Joined: Nov 2014
Posts: 3,399
Likes: 1,339
From: Havre de Grace Maryland
Easy to install, inexpensive, and very limited distraction from the great lines of the C5.
Race Director
Joined: May 2003
Posts: 14,137
Likes: 2,984
From: Iowa
St. Jude Donor '03 thru '26
These are much more expensive than the ones mentioned but they are better. They will also paint to factory color 
https://www.ebay.com/itm/97-04-Altec-C5-Corvette-Painted-Front-Rear-Splash-Guards-Mud-Flaps-Set-of-4/171155581967?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3A IT&_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649
https://www.ebay.com/itm/97-04-Altec-C5-Corvette-Painted-Front-Rear-Splash-Guards-Mud-Flaps-Set-of-4/171155581967?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3A IT&_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649
Racer
Joined: Oct 2012
Posts: 291
Likes: 68
From: Birmingham Alabama
These are discreet virtually disappearing on a black car. I take them off when detailing and my only issue are the rear spring clips which can scratch paint finish. However, this is probably my poor install and removal technique. Any tips on my spring clip issue?
Le Mans Master
Joined: Sep 2013
Posts: 8,900
Likes: 1,074
From: Wisconsin
https://www.rpidesigns.com/shop/item.aspx?itemid=1949
These might be the same. I like them. Easy to install and you don't notice them unless you are looking for them,
These might be the same. I like them. Easy to install and you don't notice them unless you are looking for them,
Team Owner
Joined: Jul 2006
Posts: 22,689
Likes: 476
From: Douglas County WI
https://www.rpidesigns.com/shop/item.aspx?itemid=1949
These might be the same. I like them. Easy to install and you don't notice them unless you are looking for them,
These might be the same. I like them. Easy to install and you don't notice them unless you are looking for them,
They certainly appear to be the same as MAM's
Corvette Stories
The Best of Corvette for Corvette Enthusiasts
150 hp to 1,250 hp: Every Corvette Generation Compared by the Specs That Matter
Joe Kucinski
8 Coolest Corvette Pace Cars (and Replicas) of All Time
Verdad Gallardo
Top 10 Corvette Engines RANKED by Peak Torque (70+ Years of Muscle!)
Joe Kucinski
Corvette ZR1X Will Be Pacing the Indy 500, And Could Probably Race, Too!
Verdad Gallardo
Top 10 Corvettes Coming to Mecum Indy 2026!
Brett Foote
Top 10 C9 Corvette MUST-HAVES to Fix These C8 Generation Flaws!
Michael S. Palmer
10 Revolutionary 'Corvette Firsts' Most People Don't Know
Joe Kucinski
5 Reasons to Upgrade to an LS6-Powered Corvette; 5 Reasons to Stay LT2
Michael S. Palmer
2027 Corvette vs The World: Every C8 vs Its Closest Competitor
Joe Kucinski
Administrator
Joined: Mar 2001
Posts: 367,962
Likes: 24,705
From: In a parallel universe. Currently own 2014 Stingray Coupe.
C7 of the Year - Modified Finalist 2021
MO Events Coordinator
St. Jude Co-Organizer
St. Jude Donor '03 thru '25
NCM Sinkhole Donor
CI 5, 8 & 11 Veteran
https://www.rpidesigns.com/shop/item.aspx?itemid=1949
These might be the same. I like them. Easy to install and you don't notice them unless you are looking for them,
These might be the same. I like them. Easy to install and you don't notice them unless you are looking for them,
Le Mans Master
Joined: Nov 2001
Posts: 8,080
Likes: 151
From: Toronto
You do not want to paint them body color, as they will stick out like a sore thumb. When black, they will blend in with the tires.
Unless you live in the country, or drive on dirt roads all the time, do you really need them? I don’t have them, and I’m sure my wheels/ tires are larger/ wider than yours with no issues. 3M is your friend!
To me, ‘splash guards’ don’t belong on a sports/ performance car. No one has ever said to me, like your car, but you could make it so much better with some ‘splash guards’...and of course some Caliper Covers.
frank
Unless you live in the country, or drive on dirt roads all the time, do you really need them? I don’t have them, and I’m sure my wheels/ tires are larger/ wider than yours with no issues. 3M is your friend!
To me, ‘splash guards’ don’t belong on a sports/ performance car. No one has ever said to me, like your car, but you could make it so much better with some ‘splash guards’...and of course some Caliper Covers.
frank
I want to install splash guards on my 2003 to help prevent stone chips.
I do not want to drill any additional holes in the wheel wells, just use the existing fasteners locations.
Not sure if I want black or body color (50th anniversary red).
Any thoughts or advice on a set of 4 which will work?.
Thanks
I do not want to drill any additional holes in the wheel wells, just use the existing fasteners locations.
Not sure if I want black or body color (50th anniversary red).
Any thoughts or advice on a set of 4 which will work?.
Thanks
Le Mans Master
Joined: Sep 2013
Posts: 8,900
Likes: 1,074
From: Wisconsin
You do not want to paint them body color, as they will stick out like a sore thumb. When black, they will blend in with the tires.
Unless you live in the country, or drive on dirt roads all the time, do you really need them? I don’t have them, and I’m sure my wheels/ tires are larger/ wider than yours with no issues. 3M is your friend!
To me, ‘splash guards’ don’t belong on a sports/ performance car. No one has ever said to me, like your car, but you could make it so much better with some ‘splash guards’...and of course some Caliper Covers.
frank
Unless you live in the country, or drive on dirt roads all the time, do you really need them? I don’t have them, and I’m sure my wheels/ tires are larger/ wider than yours with no issues. 3M is your friend!
To me, ‘splash guards’ don’t belong on a sports/ performance car. No one has ever said to me, like your car, but you could make it so much better with some ‘splash guards’...and of course some Caliper Covers.
frank
Despite what some may think, splash guards have no effect on the drivability or fun factor in owning a sports car.
Drifting
Joined: Jun 2013
Posts: 1,957
Likes: 342
From: Shell Point (Crawfordville) Florida
I disagree with Jetz. My rpidesigns are painted silver with Duplicolor vinyl paint and they are an exact match to the car and are unnoticeable until you look for them, blending right in with the body.
Racer
Joined: Oct 2012
Posts: 291
Likes: 68
From: Birmingham Alabama
Thread Starter
Pro
Joined: Jan 2006
Posts: 571
Likes: 29
From: Delanson New York
You do not want to paint them body color, as they will stick out like a sore thumb. When black, they will blend in with the tires.
Unless you live in the country, or drive on dirt roads all the time, do you really need them? I don’t have them, and I’m sure my wheels/ tires are larger/ wider than yours with no issues. 3M is your friend!
To me, ‘splash guards’ don’t belong on a sports/ performance car. No one has ever said to me, like your car, but you could make it so much better with some ‘splash guards’...and of course some Caliper Covers.
frank
Unless you live in the country, or drive on dirt roads all the time, do you really need them? I don’t have them, and I’m sure my wheels/ tires are larger/ wider than yours with no issues. 3M is your friend!
To me, ‘splash guards’ don’t belong on a sports/ performance car. No one has ever said to me, like your car, but you could make it so much better with some ‘splash guards’...and of course some Caliper Covers.
frank
I understand what you are saying, the splash guards are a temporary protection, not an appearance item.
Thanks for your thoughts, John
