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Old May 22, 2021 | 10:42 AM
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Here are the factory mud flap installation instructions. The cutting involved is the removal of a small piece of flash from inside a few screw holes and can be done with a box cutter or Exacto knife in your sleep. Nothing exacting, nothing requiring skill, and nothing that shows afterwards.
 
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Old May 23, 2021 | 05:32 PM
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Ok, now I am convinced the flaps are a good idea and I can do them myself. Has anyone gone with the knockoffs on Ebay such as these: https://www.ebay.com/itm/12470163070...Cclp%3A2386202

They seem to be exact copies of the OEM and are 25% of the price.
 
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Old May 23, 2021 | 05:32 PM
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I too have the Mazda mudflaps and would never own a vehicle without putting them on. They DO reduce the chances of mud and stones flying up.
 
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Old May 23, 2021 | 05:44 PM
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Originally Posted by chickdr19
Ok, now I am convinced the flaps are a good idea and I can do them myself. Has anyone gone with the knockoffs on Ebay such as these: https://www.ebay.com/itm/12470163070...Cclp%3A2386202

They seem to be exact copies of the OEM and are 25% of the price.

I just saw this OEM's at a discount.
https://www.mazdaswag.com/oem-parts/...hoCtHcQAvD_BwE
I wouldn't go knockoff; putting in an order tonight.

 
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Old May 23, 2021 | 05:45 PM
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Thanks All for the info. Gonna place an order.
 
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Old Jun 11, 2021 | 12:44 PM
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I ordered a set for $20 off Ebay. They fit perfectly and were quite easy to install. Very happy with my decision. They look OEM.
 
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Old Jun 13, 2021 | 06:56 AM
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Originally Posted by chickdr19
I ordered a set for $20 off Ebay. They fit perfectly and were quite easy to install. Very happy with my decision. They look OEM.
Curious, do you have a link?
 
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Old Jun 13, 2021 | 09:14 AM
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Yes- I posted it a little earlier in the thread. Look above...
 
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Old Jun 17, 2021 | 01:43 PM
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Originally Posted by peety52
I don't have mud guards yet. I installed my hitch last week and it fits perfect below and against the rear bumper and the optional bumper trim. It does not extend past the bumper. I have not seen a Mazda OEM hitch so I don't know but I heard they have to cut the bumper to make them fit. Mine is a class 2 hitch from Curt Mfg.
Do you have a photo of the hitch with the rear bumper trim? There is a bumper trim with cutout for that hitch.
https://www.tascaparts.com/oem-parts...itch-kb8wv3300
 
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