feeler FS: Fender Struts, Strengthen that weak area between the wheel well and the bumper!&# Options

[stephen_lee]

Just to be clear this is about the lower section of the fender between the wheel well and the bumper. I have noticed that most 6th gens I've been around the lower front fender/bumper area is pretty "weak" as in easy to move by hand. Driving next to others I also see that part flexing from wind resistance. I'm sure this may cause rattles or squeaks while driving and even a shaky headlight in worst cases as the light support bolts to the fender as well.

SOO I made myself a set of fender struts. A bar that bolts to the fender and to a part of the frame to cut down on that part of the body flexing.

Before I attached said bar, a gentle tap with my foot would cause the whole lower section of my fender and front bumper to move approx 2 inches, and after attaching my fender brace, I have virtually no movement with the same if not more force.

$25/pair shipped to the US would be the price I'd sell these for. I want to get interest in at least 5 sets to make a jig and spend the time welding these up, after I get to the 5, I'll keep the jig and sell these constantly.




This post has been edited by stephen_lee: Aug 15, 2011 - 10:38 AM

[jordisonjr]

If not you could just cut a small hole, slide the support through, and seal it to keep out the dirt and grime?

This post has been edited by jordisonjr: Aug 15, 2011 - 3:00 PM

[mkernz22]

If not you could just cut a small hole, slide the support through, and seal it to keep out the dirt and grime?

I'm thinking with the vibration the seal will probably keep breaking loose.

Also, how is it mounted into the fender? because one of the clips that holds the liner in goes right there. I feel like you would have to install this and the liner at the same time which could get a little frustrating.