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VenomZ302 · 07-24-2010, 08:48 AM

So I've seen RPI's splash guards and GM's splash guards. In some pictures, I like the way GM's guards look, but I'm not sure they'll look all that great on my Aqua Blue Metallic SS. So then I saw the RPI ones and thought they may be a good solution.

So here's my question: can I easily swap between the two guards or would I have to drill different holes or something for each set?

Also, does anyone have pictures (close up and from a distance) of the splash guards (both types)? Especially pictures of them on Aqua Blue Metallic Camaros?

I've seen some pictures around here, but I'd love to see more to help my finalize my decision. Thanks in advance!

Sidewinder · 07-24-2010, 12:29 PM

http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showth...75#post2111975

VenomZ302 · 07-24-2010, 02:01 PM

Thanks for the picture! By the way, do the guards ever scrape against speed bumps?

Sidewinder · 07-24-2010, 02:36 PM

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Originally Posted by VenomZ302

Thanks for the picture! By the way, do the guards ever scrape against speed bumps?

I have not experienced any problems with speed bumps or any other road hazards. Splashguards are not difficult to install and offer some additional protection that is well worth the effort.

jtzako · 07-24-2010, 03:17 PM

The ones I have are thing black flaps that do not require drilling/tape etc. They are almost not visible from the sides.

Mr_Draco · 07-24-2010, 03:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by VenomZ302

So here's my question: can I easily swap between the two guards or would I have to drill different holes or something for each set?

RPI's require no drilling and attaches to factory holes.

GM's does require drilling.

rydahog · 07-24-2010, 03:27 PM

you need to drill one hole in bottom of g.m.'s spash guard.. easy as pie....i dont think your color comes in these however...so far most have used black and does not look bad. that is unless you get them painted yourself to your color..but all in all..they look better then rubber store bought ones....IMHO...

oops..there is one hole to drill in rear bottom of each guard..and 2 holes in front guard...but its NOT like drilling a real hole..its all plastic..

JJChevy · 07-24-2010, 05:45 PM

I got the GM guards and opted to not drill any holes when I put them on. So far, the tape and the two mounting screws already on the car has worked fine.

I've had them on for about two months and no issues. Maybe as time goes on I will have to make corrections but no concerns right now.

AZ5G · 07-28-2010, 11:45 PM

I used the GM parts on "B". I dont mind the looks and it's definitely kept the AZ rock chips in check...DD

07-24-2010, 08:48 AM	#1
VenomZ302 Live to Win, Dare to Fail Drives: 2010 Aqua Blue RS/SS M6 Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Charleston, SC Posts: 1,824 View My Garage	Splash Guards: A Question About Options So I've seen RPI's splash guards and GM's splash guards. In some pictures, I like the way GM's guards look, but I'm not *sure* they'll look all that great on my Aqua Blue Metallic SS. So then I saw the RPI ones and thought they may be a good solution. So here's my question: can I easily swap between the two guards or would I have to drill different holes or something for each set? Also, does anyone have pictures (close up and from a distance) of the splash guards (both types)? Especially pictures of them on Aqua Blue Metallic Camaros? I've seen some pictures around here, but I'd love to see more to help my finalize my decision. Thanks in advance! __________________ 3/13/09 - Ordered Aqua Blue Metallic 2SS/RS M6! 7/13/09 - Built! 8/11/09 - Delivered! 2G1FT1EW2A9124579

07-24-2010, 02:01 PM	#3
VenomZ302 Live to Win, Dare to Fail Drives: 2010 Aqua Blue RS/SS M6 Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Charleston, SC Posts: 1,824 View My Garage	Thanks for the picture! By the way, do the guards ever scrape against speed bumps? __________________ 3/13/09 - Ordered Aqua Blue Metallic 2SS/RS M6! 7/13/09 - Built! 8/11/09 - Delivered! 2G1FT1EW2A9124579

07-24-2010, 03:17 PM	#5
jtzako Drives: 2010 IBM Camaro SS Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: DFW, Tx Posts: 1,157	The ones I have are thing black flaps that do not require drilling/tape etc. They are almost not visible from the sides. __________________ 2010 Camaro SS Imperial Blue \| CAI Inc, CAI \| Solo Hi Flow Cats \| X-Pipe \| Backup Camera \| PDIM

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Sidewinder Drives: 2SS/RJT/A6/Received 09/09/09 Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Frederick County, VA Posts: 598 View My Garage	http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showth...75#post2111975

07-24-2010, 03:27 PM	#7
rydahog Drives: camaro ss Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: usa Posts: 2,166 View My Garage	you need to drill one hole in bottom of g.m.'s spash guard.. easy as pie....i dont think your color comes in these however...so far most have used black and does not look bad. that is unless you get them painted yourself to your color..but all in all..they look better then rubber store bought ones....IMHO... oops..there is one hole to drill in rear bottom of each guard..and 2 holes in front guard...but its NOT like drilling a real hole..its all plastic..

07-24-2010, 05:45 PM	#8
JJChevy Drives: SIM 2SS/RS Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Maryland Posts: 28	I got the GM guards and opted to not drill any holes when I put them on. So far, the tape and the two mounting screws already on the car has worked fine. I've had them on for about two months and no issues. Maybe as time goes on I will have to make corrections but no concerns right now.

07-28-2010, 11:45 PM	#9
AZ5G AZ5G Drives: 2010 Transformer Ed. 1SS M6 Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Arizona Posts: 84	I used the GM parts on "B". I dont mind the looks and it's definitely kept the AZ rock chips in check...DD