Need a little advice. I have a 2003 Disco HSE. The fender flares are scratched and faded.
So, I ordered new ones from Atlantic Britsh. They should arrive in a couple of days.
Anyway, my question is: how do I replace them. Meaning do the stick on? are they bolted on?

 

I think they have double sided tape. Might have some screws not sure. Mine faded out too. The dealer refinished them under warranty instead of replacing them. A little light sanding and a sprayjob and they look great.

 

thanks. they must have real strong tape because they seem to be on real good. not sure how I will get them off.
I guess just pull real hard.

What year and type is your disco?

 

Use a heat gun/hair drier to remove your old ones, use a very strong cleaner to clean the paint surface before installing the new ones, and start from day one and keep some sort of a treatment on the new ones so they don't fade as fast.

 

Mike, what do you recommend to treat these so they stay protected?

-W

 

Similiar situation while living in Florida these past four years. The sun bleaches the black wheel arches out leaving a white like look. I tried Mother's Back to Black and every other product. The dealership said it would happen all over again if they were replaced. They recommended having them painted at a body shop.

From what I understand it's hard to remove them. I decided to sand and repaint. I used Rustoleum Plastic textured paint for plastic bought at Home Depot. It has the same texture as stock and makes them look brand new. How long will it last is a good question. So far it's been about four months and they look good. Even if it happens again I'll repeat the process. I just cannot see spending big bucks at a body shop or even buying/replacing them with new ones.

If your new arches fade- I'd consider this route. Good luck and keep them protected as long as they are in the sun- use protectant. I don't really use any protectant now that the arches are painted. Water/soap and back to new for now.

Good luck-