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Old Apr 15, 2023 | 11:00 PM
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What is everyone running? I can't decide between RPI, Paragon and ACS. Which of these has a good balance of looks and protection? Or does it not matter much.. ? Pics are appreciated. Thanks.
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The OEM splash guards are doing a great job of protecting the sides of my C8 from rock chips. I like them because their look matches the OEM front splitter and rocker panels. The amount they stick out past the body of the car is very subtle so they almost appear invisible unless you are specifically looking for them.

Here’s a photo of the rear driver’s side. I couldn’t find a good photo of the front but they’re identical to the rear in looks and how much they stick out past the body.


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ACS for sure. If you have aftermarket wheels with enough offset or 20/21" and the lift option they can rub when lifted and turning. I know the price is hard to get past but they really are great quality and look good on the car. They are wider than most and stick down more which really helps stop what the front tires kick up.

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Thanks. No aftermarket wheels as I just got the car. Had ACS on my C7 Z and they were good cept the right rear guard kept popping out. They are the most costly option.
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The OEM splash guards are doing a great job of protecting the sides of my C8 from rock chips. I like them because their look matches the OEM front splitter and rocker panels. The amount they stick out past the body of the car is very subtle so they almost appear invisible unless you are specifically looking for them.

Here’s a photo of the rear driver’s side. I couldn’t find a good photo of the front but they’re identical to the rear in looks and how much they stick out past the body.


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So, I just bought these on eBay for $60 shipped. They resemble the factory GM part and they look very sturdy. If you want to save some change, these look good.
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ACS for sure. If you have aftermarket wheels with enough offset or 20/21" and the lift option they can rub when lifted and turning. I know the price is hard to get past but they really are great quality and look good on the car. They are wider than most and stick down more which really helps stop what the front tires kick up.
ACS all the way!



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I agree about the OEMs because they don't look like mud flaps. I don't even notice them when I look at my C8 and they work.



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What about Paragon? They look nice but are they too short? They look they don't cover as much as ACS. Anyone have them?
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What is everyone running? I can't decide between RPI, Paragon and ACS. Which of these has a good balance of looks and protection? Or does it not matter much.. ? Pics are appreciated. Thanks.
I use ACS. They work great.




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I installed the OE version splash guards and they work great...No road rash or splash ups...

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Thank you everyone. Great suggestions and pics!
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Looks good, works well... pick one in this case.
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