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Old 10-03-2012, 01:58 AM
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ok im on the fence between removing my stock fender flares and trimming my fenders or not?? what would you guys do? i need some advice and pics of 96 and lower would be helpful.. thanks!!
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1. Well is this a mod for "looks" or a functional mod?

2. do you need to trim your fenders (wheels rub)?

3. What are your local laws in georgia?

Just a couple of questions I guess, I like my flares, and pictures are easy to find (google).
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This question is purely opinion. And also does not belong in the Fab section. I like the looks of my 97 without the flares better. I also like it better on the pre-97 models.. I never was a fan of the stock flares, but like I initially said, it's purely an opinion type of question.

Edit: Also, as far as functionality, you can get similar function by just re-bump stopping it. Or you can at least prevent rubbing. If you want more up travel though, I'd say trim them up.
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check my build thread in my sig. too lazy to track down pics on my phone right now.
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I like how mine looks without the flares better also.
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Originally Posted by KotaKid287
I like how mine looks without the flares better also.
Are those mustang rims?
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I personally like the fender flare look. I kept mine on.
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I took mine off and painted.

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First you should check your state laws before you decide to take them off.
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Originally Posted by 98xxxj
Are those mustang rims?
Yep, off my Brother's 97 GT.
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Originally Posted by KotaKid287

Yep, off my Brother's 97 GT.
Thought they looked familiar lol. I actually like them on there.
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Trimmed mine about a month ago and like it much more. Here in tx it doesn't matter how far tires stick out after trimming. I needed 2 cause tires cramming in fenders
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I had the same question which I pondered on for like 3 months before I actually took them off. Remove them, looks slot better, and more custom
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