Mudguard fell

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    My right rear mudguard US version is fell, that the tape was not securely attached to my bumper.
    Any idea to fix this problem. :cry:
     
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    Go to the dealer and asked for a warranty replacement.
     
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    installed myself.
     
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    Ask yourself for a warranty replacement. LOL.

    Get some better double sided foam tape.

    Did those things drop your highway MPG?
     
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    No, it won't change air drag , air foil, even you put more weight for soundproofing.
     
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    I installed mine and the tape seemed a little weak, so I added extra sheet metal screws on inner part of mudguards. I guess you could get better double sticky sided tape, but it's bound to come loose over time.

    No noticeable drop in MPG. I guess you could compensate for wind drag with a shark fin antenna.:rolleyes:
     
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    you should show me your work.
     
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    Attached are photos of Front and Back Mudguard. You can see added screw on inner part of MGs. I figured it would
    help, especially when slush builds up in winter.

    MG Back.JPG MG Front.JPG
     
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    cool man, let me know the screw size and if you also applied clips.
     
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    I don't know exact size, simular size as stock screws. I didn't use clips, just drilled a little hole and screwed into plastic fender piece.
     
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    #8 3/4" :) stock
     
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    I fixed it with 3M stock exterior tape which I think it is exactly the same as stock offered.