splash guards or not?

autopc25 · 06-13-2010, 09:42 AM

Do you like the factory splash guards?

370er · 06-13-2010, 09:56 AM

I think it looks better without them. The plastic parts of the car always look a slightly different color than the metal parts. Like the fuel lid for example. But the splash guards would definitely make a difference, especially the front ones.

Sibze · 06-13-2010, 10:34 AM

I have them on my blue. NO difference in colour. I personally went and got them after I got a good rock chip on one of the side panels - haven't got one since!!!

Slade · 06-13-2010, 10:35 AM

I like them, they are a nice little touch and complete the look of the car IMO. Mine didn't come with the splash guards so I ordered some...and on my way back from the dealership it looks like I'll need them to protect the rocker panels (esp. behind the front tires).

LunaZ · 06-13-2010, 11:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sibze

I have them on my blue. NO difference in colour. I personally went and got them after I got a good rock chip on one of the side panels - haven't got one since!!!

These sort of rock chips are the reason I'm debating back and forth on wheel spacers.
I have the splash guards and like them.

kenchan · 06-13-2010, 11:53 AM

the factory ones add accent to the bodyline so i got a set on mine.

Fly1 Motorsports · 06-13-2010, 12:03 PM

Debated on this as well...but finally went with them. I think they finish off the car nicely, not to mention the functional benefit. No difference in color here...

ZedZed · 06-13-2010, 01:06 PM

Could someone post a picture of them on their car?

I ordered my car without them thinking that it was a slightly pointless option to get - but if it protects from rocks chipping the paint then maybe it's worth getting a set later on...

frost · 06-13-2010, 01:11 PM

FINALLY, a thread to ask whether people like splash guards or not!

Oh wait:

Splash Guards or No Splash Guards

Splashguard or not to splash guard?

kfscoll · 06-13-2010, 01:36 PM

I think the splash guards look great, but don't expect them to do a very thorough job of protecting your rocker panels. I have 2400 miles on my car and I can't believe how many tiny chips and specks are already on my rocker panels. If you're trying to protect your rocker panels, get a clear bra on 'em -- I wish I would've. At this point I'll just eventually get them repainted and a clear bra installed.

2theextreme · 06-13-2010, 01:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by frost

FINALLY, a thread to ask whether people like splash guards or not!

Oh wait:

Splash Guards or No Splash Guards

Splashguard or not to splash guard?

I see what you did there......

LunaZ · 06-13-2010, 01:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ZedZed

Could someone post a picture of them on their car?

You can see them on my car here:
Nissan 370Z Forum - LunaZ's Album: My Z

Sibze · 06-13-2010, 01:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by frost

FINALLY, a thread to ask whether people like splash guards or not!

Oh wait:

Splash Guards or No Splash Guards

Splashguard or not to splash guard?

oooooo I get it now!

Matt · 06-13-2010, 02:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by frost

FINALLY, a thread to ask whether people like splash guards or not!

Oh wait:

Splash Guards or No Splash Guards

Splashguard or not to splash guard?

Just think though. If there were ZERO repeat threads on questions asked or topics discussed, this would be a VERY boring forum filled up with "So I turned off VDC yesterday...." threads.

We don't want that, do we?

I mean, I've had the same "Celtics vs Lakers" discussion with the same guys at work every day for the past 2 weeks, and every time we talk about it...it's different!

frost · 06-13-2010, 02:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Matt

Just think though. If there were ZERO repeat threads on questions asked or topics discussed, this would be a VERY boring forum filled up with "So I turned off VDC yesterday...." threads.

We don't want that, do we?

That sounds awesome.

06-13-2010, 09:42 AM	#1 (permalink)
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kfscoll Base Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Cincinnati, OH Posts: 86 Drives: 09 370Z BS T/S/N 6MT Rep Power: 15	I think the splash guards look great, but don't expect them to do a very thorough job of protecting your rocker panels. I have 2400 miles on my car and I can't believe how many tiny chips and specks are already on my rocker panels. If you're trying to protect your rocker panels, get a clear bra on 'em -- I wish I would've. At this point I'll just eventually get them repainted and a clear bra installed. __________________ 2009 Brilliant Silver 370Z 6MT coupe w/ Touring, Sport, and Navigation packages

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06-13-2010, 09:56 AM	#2 (permalink)
370er Base Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Australia, VIC Posts: 231 Drives: Yellow 370Z Rep Power: 16	I think it looks better without them. The plastic parts of the car always look a slightly different color than the metal parts. Like the fuel lid for example. But the splash guards would definitely make a difference, especially the front ones.

06-13-2010, 10:34 AM	#3 (permalink)
Sibze A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2009 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 16,202 Drives: In your way Rep Power: 62	I have them on my blue. NO difference in colour. I personally went and got them after I got a good rock chip on one of the side panels - haven't got one since!!!

06-13-2010, 10:35 AM	#4 (permalink)
Slade Base Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Port Arthur, TX Posts: 37 Drives: 370z MB 6MT Rep Power: 15	I like them, they are a nice little touch and complete the look of the car IMO. Mine didn't come with the splash guards so I ordered some...and on my way back from the dealership it looks like I'll need them to protect the rocker panels (esp. behind the front tires).

06-13-2010, 11:53 AM	#6 (permalink)
kenchan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 76,801 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 141520	the factory ones add accent to the bodyline so i got a set on mine.

06-13-2010, 12:03 PM	#7 (permalink)
Fly1 Motorsports Premium Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 1,094 Drives: PW 370Z 7AT/Tr/Sp/Nv Rep Power: 18	Debated on this as well...but finally went with them. I think they finish off the car nicely, not to mention the functional benefit. No difference in color here...

06-13-2010, 01:06 PM	#8 (permalink)
ZedZed Base Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Belgium, Brussels Posts: 237 Drives: nothing Rep Power: 15	Could someone post a picture of them on their car? I ordered my car without them thinking that it was a slightly pointless option to get - but if it protects from rocks chipping the paint then maybe it's worth getting a set later on...