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Can u cut painted fenders?

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Old 01-15-2016, 06:31 PM
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Default Can u cut painted fenders?

Maybe a dumb question to some
But it's my first jeep. I like the look of the painted fenders but most of the after market flat fenders are pretty pricey then there's the cost of paint. Just wanting to know if u can cut/trim the factory painted fenders without messing up the paint.
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Old 01-15-2016, 06:34 PM
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I would tape, (blue painter's), and scribe the cut line on the tape. Then buy plastic flexible edging from an auto store for the finish.
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Yes you can. It's not going to ruin the paint.
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this is my buddies jeep. He cut them as soon as he got it home.
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Sure can! I am happy how it turned out. I used a jigsaw. Make sure you use blue painters tape and have a new blade handy. First cut is the hardest
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Just make sure to use painters tape on the entire fender. It will help keep the plate on your jigsaw from scratching the paint.
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For what it's worth, your jeep looks PERFECT the way it sits right now. PERFECT.
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Originally Posted by d. gage
For what it's worth, your jeep looks PERFECT the way it sits right now. PERFECT.
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The only reason I would trim them is if your rubbing when you disco. Looks like you have a good amount of space to flex. I agree with the others looks good right now. Only reason I got flats is because I was rubbing on the front and rear. I'm one of those "If its not broke don't fix it" kinda guys. Here is Mine flexed. I think I had a inch or two left. Haven't rubbed on any trails yet.
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Old 01-16-2016, 12:12 PM
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I appreciate it!
Really wanna trim because I wanna go with beadlocks and 37's


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