Originally Posted by Purplecty (Post 1190228)

I always wanted to add the front fender flares to my 4.6iS so I purchased a full set from an eBay seller in Latvia just to acquire the front ones. Has anyone installed the eBay replica molds to their X5? If so, how did you end up mounting them? Post install pictures would be greatly appreciated as well!

Originally Posted by SpookX5 (Post 1190270)

I've got the front flares from Latvia, they fit OK, but will require glue or screws to fit them. The finish on them is darker then the original plastic. Maybe my original plastic faded over the years, later I decided to spray all the plastic fender parts anyways. :-)



I used 4 screws to secure them to the original fender. Make sure you pre drill the fibreglass flare first otherwise it will crack.

I can't find a picture of the install, or the holes I drilled :(





https://i.imgur.com/GEACum3h.jpg

https://i.imgur.com/7dsLpOqh.jpg

Originally Posted by Overboost (Post 1190268)

I ponied up for the factory front flares. They were pricey though at about $375 each with plastic rivets but the fitment was plug and play. You get the entire arch from running board to end of fender. I didn't want to have to glue the aftermarket ones on and was a little worried about the quality. :dunno:



https://xoutpost.com/attachments/x5-...208_155506.jpg