GM Side Cove Screen Install Question (brief)
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Racer
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GM Side Cove Screen Install Question (brief)
I've ordered the GM side cove screens and will be installing them myself. Do I need to remove the front wheels to gain access to the install location or can I just crank the wheels one way or the other?
Thanks in advance,
Lisa
Thanks in advance,
Lisa
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From: Goodyear AZ
Thanks.
Frank
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I did this mod last month. It was much easier without the wheels and gave me time to clean the wheel/well and suspension. Becareful about using extra glue to stick this things on....it can get on the outside of the air duct. Don't ask me how I know. 
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Racer
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From: Jacksonville Florida
Tire removal unnecessary but easier.
You don't [B]HAVE[Bto renove the wheels but it is easier.
If not removing wheels; remove snaps from fender liner then bend liner so the edge binds against the tire. When you turn the wheel it will pull the liner out enough to get your hand inside the fender. When done, turn the wheel or pull the liner back and re-fasten the snaps.
Good luck,
Ron one
If not removing wheels; remove snaps from fender liner then bend liner so the edge binds against the tire. When you turn the wheel it will pull the liner out enough to get your hand inside the fender. When done, turn the wheel or pull the liner back and re-fasten the snaps.
Good luck,
Ron one
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As the others have said, it can be done with the tires on but I think it is easier with the tires off. I left mine on and it was a pain on the first one as I couldn't see a thing and did everything by feel. The second one was easier as I already knew what to feel for. If I did it again I think it would also be faster to take off the tires. Here's a pic of the completed job - not a great pic, sorry. I do receive a ton of compliments on them though.
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As the others have said, it can be done with the tires on but I think it is easier with the tires off. I left mine on and it was a pain on the first one as I couldn't see a thing and did everything by feel. The second one was easier as I already knew what to feel for. If I did it again I think it would also be faster to take off the tires. Here's a pic of the completed job - not a great pic, sorry. I do receive a ton of compliments on them though.
