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B_Rian · 08-30-2014, 01:08 PM

sorry for bumping an old thread. but I just bought a set of the RPI stealth kits and I'm having trouble with the rear. anyone have any pointers on how to remove the screws and what the black tubes are for?

SSJ455 · 08-30-2014, 01:24 PM

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Originally Posted by B_Rian

sorry for bumping an old thread. but I just bought a set of the RPI stealth kits and I'm having trouble with the rear. anyone have any pointers on how to remove the screws and what the black tubes are for?

Removing the tire is the key. After that you can get to screws. The tubes are spacers. Put the washer on the screw, put the screw through the hole in the splash guard and slid the tubes onto the screw. You would put two tubes on the screw for the top hole. Does that make sense?

It does to me but maybe someone could explain it better.

B_Rian · 08-30-2014, 01:42 PM

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Originally Posted by SSJ455

Removing the tire is the key. After that you can get to screws. The tubes are spacers. Put the washer on the screw, put the screw through the hole in the splash guard and slid the tubes onto the screw. You would put two tubes on the screw for the top hole. Does that make sense?

It does to me but maybe someone could explain it better.

Thanks. I was hoping I would not have to remove the tire but I know it'll make it a lot easier. as far as installing I think I follow you.
you mean like this?

SSJ455 · 08-30-2014, 02:24 PM

Glad I could help. It sounded good to me, but sometimes reading instructions without pictures is difficult.

Notorious Bob · 08-30-2014, 06:57 PM

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Originally Posted by angie7

drilling a drywall screw thru flap and into this clear plastic piece.

This is actually an awesome tip!

yzark99 · 08-31-2014, 11:47 AM

Good luck is all I can say. After my RPI stealth flaps fell apart in 4 months, I made my own out of metal flashing for $5. They have lasted for 2 years already.

RPI did offer to replace them; but I figured the replacements would be just as brittle as the originals.

Notorious Bob · 08-31-2014, 06:33 PM

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Originally Posted by yzark99

Good luck is all I can say. After my RPI stealth flaps fell apart in 4 months, I made my own out of metal flashing for $5. .

Wow, looks like you torqued the crap out of the fasteners... do you expect anything plastic to survive that?

yzark99 · 09-01-2014, 03:26 AM

No, they were just snug with no looseness, not torqued down. All 4 failed around the screw holes.

silverz28 · 12-18-2014, 09:44 PM

Ordered some but USPS lost them and they are only insured for $50. Thanks USPS!!!

449wireman · 09-07-2020, 01:55 PM

I have just received the RPI splash guards. Like everyone says front are fine and look good rear are very hokey! I've sent a request to RPI for more information on mounting or if they even sent the right ones for rear. Will let you know what they say,as is not very satisfied.

449wireman · 09-09-2020, 08:59 AM

I was able to contact RPI by email. Turns out they sent wrong rear flaps,new proper ones on the way. Good customer service. I've already figured to replace plastic tube spacers with cut pieces of 1/2" PVC.

Iceintheback · 11-06-2022, 03:04 PM

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Originally Posted by RPIDon

Hi KBsSS, The past is the past, let's work on the future

If you would like to get the splash guards and give them a try, if you are not happy with them you can send them back for a full refund. We have a couple different types of splash guards, this kit we make the front and rear ones, since the rear fender well is recessed there are spacers that you have to trim to make them fit. We also sell ones that come with a GM molded rear splash guards that will be a little easier to install (they are more expensive ) and then we sell the GM molded front and rear splash guards (that are even more expensive) Not sure what your goal is but don't forget use coupon code RPIDON and get 10% off. Please give me a call if you have any questions 888-257-8515 ext 2. Thanks, Don

Hi Don,

I bought the kit that comes with the front and rear completely flat.

I have a 2015 I am putting them on and yes, there is a recess on my back wells. Not sure how to go about installing them as there are so many different pieces that came with them. Can you give me a heads up on which pieces to use and how?

Thanks

Iceintheback · 11-06-2022, 03:09 PM

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Originally Posted by B_Rian

Thanks. I was hoping I would not have to remove the tire but I know it'll make it a lot easier. as far as installing I think I follow you.
you mean like this?

Did you cut the tube to make the screw work? It seems much too short if you don't cut them.

08-30-2014, 02:24 PM	#32
SSJ455 Drives: "Kara Zor-El" 2017 2SS HBM Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Lower Hudson Valley Posts: 2,036 View My Garage	Glad I could help. It sounded good to me, but sometimes reading instructions without pictures is difficult. __________________ Lead me not into temptation. I already know the way. Lana? Lana? LANA! LAAANAAAA!!!! What? Dangerzoooooone.

08-31-2014, 11:47 AM	#34
yzark99 I run 2 catch cans... Drives: 2012 1LT SIM Auto Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: OR there Posts: 1,038 View My Garage	Good luck is all I can say. After my RPI stealth flaps fell apart in 4 months, I made my own out of metal flashing for $5. They have lasted for 2 years already. RPI did offer to replace them; but I figured the replacements would be just as brittle as the originals. Attached Images __________________ Overkill tuned • Air Scoop • CAI • VMAX PTB • JacFab Laminator FX + Extendolator • SOLO Hi-Flo Cats + Cat-Back Exhaust View my top 3 LFX performance mods and more: .

09-01-2014, 03:26 AM	#36
yzark99 I run 2 catch cans... Drives: 2012 1LT SIM Auto Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: OR there Posts: 1,038 View My Garage	No, they were just snug with no looseness, not torqued down. All 4 failed around the screw holes. __________________ Overkill tuned • Air Scoop • CAI • VMAX PTB • JacFab Laminator FX + Extendolator • SOLO Hi-Flo Cats + Cat-Back Exhaust View my top 3 LFX performance mods and more: .

12-18-2014, 09:44 PM	#37
silverz28 Drives: 1996 Camaro Z28, 2012 2SS/RS Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Texas Posts: 279	Ordered some but USPS lost them and they are only insured for $50. Thanks USPS!!! __________________ 2012 2SS/RS IOM, LS3, Aftermarket Hurst shifter, IOM interior, Borla "S", 1 7/8 Big Flow headers, ADM Race cold air, BMR 1" lowering springs, SLP Supercharger, Custom Comp Cam, Fore Innovations twin pumps, Flex Fuel Sensor

08-30-2014, 01:08 PM	#29
B_Rian Drives: 2014 2SS Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Georgia Posts: 200	sorry for bumping an old thread. but I just bought a set of the RPI stealth kits and I'm having trouble with the rear. anyone have any pointers on how to remove the screws and what the black tubes are for?

09-07-2020, 01:55 PM	#38
449wireman Drives: 2010 Camaro ss transformer edition Join Date: Aug 2020 Location: Pocatello idaho Posts: 2 View My Garage	I have just received the RPI splash guards. Like everyone says front are fine and look good rear are very hokey! I've sent a request to RPI for more information on mounting or if they even sent the right ones for rear. Will let you know what they say,as is not very satisfied.

09-09-2020, 08:59 AM	#39
449wireman Drives: 2010 Camaro ss transformer edition Join Date: Aug 2020 Location: Pocatello idaho Posts: 2 View My Garage	I was able to contact RPI by email. Turns out they sent wrong rear flaps,new proper ones on the way. Good customer service. I've already figured to replace plastic tube spacers with cut pieces of 1/2" PVC.