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Mudflaps?

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Main Forum' started by ChiPri, Jan 24, 2006.

  1. ChiPri

    ChiPri New Member

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    I'm considering ordering mudflaps for my new '06 as I live in an area with salty roads in the winter and would like to try to keep as much of it off the car as possible. I was just wondering if anyone knows about the aerodynmaic impact of this add-on. I'm especially concerned about creating excessive drag on the highway. Thanks for the input!
     
    #1 ChiPri, Jan 24, 2006
  2. darelldd

    darelldd Prius is our Gas Guzzler

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    While I don't yet have my car, others have reported zero difference in mileage with the flaps installed. I wouldn't worry about them! The wheels and tires have already stirred up the air plenty before hitting the flaps.
     
    #2 darelldd, Jan 24, 2006
  3. akrca4

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    Picked up my white 06 few weeks ago and just had the mudflaps and rear bumper protector installed over the weekend. I think the protection from dirt and road debris far outweighted the air drag...I'll try to post some pics later.
     
    #3 akrca4, Jan 24, 2006
  4. seasalsa

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    The short answer is NO!

    I have had mine for 2 years and they had no effect on MPG.
     
    #4 seasalsa, Jan 24, 2006
  5. ChiPri

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    Are the mudflaps from Coastal Tech the way to go, or does Toyota sell better ones?
     
    #5 ChiPri, Jan 24, 2006
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    I bought mine from www.metrotpn.com. No car to put them on yet but they look good in the box :)
     
    #6 timg, Jan 24, 2006
  7. seasalsa

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    I got mine from:

    http://www.toyotadepot.com/store/product_i...products_id=126

    Coastal tech does not have a very good reputation for fast service around here.
     
    #7 seasalsa, Jan 24, 2006
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    I ebay'd mine. $44 something shipped for the set of four.

    THen I went back and bought my dad his set... :-P
     
    #8 parrot_lady, Jan 24, 2006
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