Mud/Splash Guards
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It there anyone out there who can fabricate (Custom cut) a set of Mud Flaps for my Bentley Continental GT Speed? It is a 2010 model and the paintwork is immaculate but because Bentley didn't make mudflaps until I think the 2016 model the sills are in need of a respray which I have booked in.
I would like to protect the newly painted sill by fitting a set of front mudflaps but as I said, Bentley don't make them for that model.
I would like to protect the newly painted sill by fitting a set of front mudflaps but as I said, Bentley don't make them for that model.
Sorry no. Not sure they are a great idea on a car capable of such high performance that has been crafted for weeks in a wind tunnel to go over 200mph, that reduces itself in ride height over 90 mph etc. Also the car is susceptible to aquaplaning once the tyres get less than very new at high speed so I wouldn't want anything to potentially interfere with the water getting away from the wheels.
Just my view...
Just my view...
spyker138 said:
Sorry no. Not sure they are a great idea on a car capable of such high performance that has been crafted for weeks in a wind tunnel to go over 200mph, that reduces itself in ride height over 90 mph etc. Also the car is susceptible to aquaplaning once the tyres get less than very new at high speed so I wouldn't want anything to potentially interfere with the water getting away from the wheels.
Just my view...
Sorry Spyker138, I don't quite understand your reply.Just my view...
The question was, has anybody ever sourced mud flaps for a GT.
Whether you personally like them or not isn't the answer.
goddo said:
The question was, has anybody ever sourced mud flaps for a GT.
Actually I was answering the second question:Speculatore said:
So nobody who owns a pre 2016 Bentley Continental GT has ever consider sourcing Mud Flaps?????
To which I say "Sorry, no ... Just my view". I was trying to be helpful. Edited by spyker138 on Wednesday 31st May 20:18
Not sure I understand. The Mudflaps are behind the front tyres fixed to the wheel arch so not sure how they would effect water flow on the tyre treads.
The idea of having mud flaps fitted is to protect the the front meter or so of the sills from stone chips etc.
I don't think that an extra couple of inches of rubber behind the front tyre would have a dramatic effect on the performance of the car. I am sure that a car fitted with mud flaps would still be able to reach 200mph. (Assuming that you would ever reach that speed)
The idea of having mud flaps fitted is to protect the the front meter or so of the sills from stone chips etc.
I don't think that an extra couple of inches of rubber behind the front tyre would have a dramatic effect on the performance of the car. I am sure that a car fitted with mud flaps would still be able to reach 200mph. (Assuming that you would ever reach that speed)
Speculatore said:
Not sure I understand. The Mudflaps are behind the front tyres fixed to the wheel arch so not sure how they would effect water flow on the tyre treads.
The idea of having mud flaps fitted is to protect the the front meter or so of the sills from stone chips etc.
I don't think that an extra couple of inches of rubber behind the front tyre would have a dramatic effect on the performance of the car. I am sure that a car fitted with mud flaps would still be able to reach 200mph. (Assuming that you would ever reach that speed)
Up to you. Just an opinion. I would also avoid wings, body kits and other stuff which obviously a lot of people think is fine. If it is not part of how its been designed I would avoid it. At high speed the smallest projection can cause a lot of aerodynamic change... and unpredictable results.The idea of having mud flaps fitted is to protect the the front meter or so of the sills from stone chips etc.
I don't think that an extra couple of inches of rubber behind the front tyre would have a dramatic effect on the performance of the car. I am sure that a car fitted with mud flaps would still be able to reach 200mph. (Assuming that you would ever reach that speed)
I know a lot of us grew up with mudflaps, me too, but we weren't on performance tyres in a car weighing 2500kg. With respect to water, then I think a mudflap tends to slow the water getting away from the wheel area (it's what it's designed to do), which I think could exacerbate aquaplaning. Maybe ok on a Range Rover or such like, or maybe ok if you fit them in winter only when you put on winter wheels/tyres..
spyker138 said:
Speculatore said:
Not sure I understand. The Mudflaps are behind the front tyres fixed to the wheel arch so not sure how they would effect water flow on the tyre treads.
The idea of having mud flaps fitted is to protect the the front meter or so of the sills from stone chips etc.
I don't think that an extra couple of inches of rubber behind the front tyre would have a dramatic effect on the performance of the car. I am sure that a car fitted with mud flaps would still be able to reach 200mph. (Assuming that you would ever reach that speed)
Up to you. Just an opinion. I would also avoid wings, body kits and other stuff which obviously a lot of people think is fine. If it is not part of how its been designed I would avoid it. At high speed the smallest projection can cause a lot of aerodynamic change... and unpredictable results.The idea of having mud flaps fitted is to protect the the front meter or so of the sills from stone chips etc.
I don't think that an extra couple of inches of rubber behind the front tyre would have a dramatic effect on the performance of the car. I am sure that a car fitted with mud flaps would still be able to reach 200mph. (Assuming that you would ever reach that speed)
I know a lot of us grew up with mudflaps, me too, but we weren't on performance tyres in a car weighing 2500kg. With respect to water, then I think a mudflap tends to slow the water getting away from the wheel area (it's what it's designed to do), which I think could exacerbate aquaplaning. Maybe ok on a Range Rover or such like, or maybe ok if you fit them in winter only when you put on winter wheels/tyres..
Mudflaps ARE NOT designed "to slow the water getting away from the wheel area", they are designed to protect the cars bodywork from debris, stones, pebbles etc being thrown up from the tyre as is passes over the ground.
We obviously have different views which is fine. I would suggest that those without mudflaps have a close look at the paintwork at the bottom of wheel arch behind the wheel and front of the sills. If the paintwork is undamaged and has no blemishes or stone chip marks then you are very fortunate.
My car is a 2010 model with 54,000miles on the clock and I can assure you that my sills need refurbishing, particularly the front 12" or so.
Speculatore, i'm with you, i am and always have been anal about mudflaps, they save a huge amount of damage imo. I too fitted mudflaps to my DB9 front and rear. I've recently ordered a rear set for my Arnage from Flying Spares, the fronts dont seem to be available (anyone know a supplier ?) Have you compared the later model mudflap against your car ? Maybe not so different they cant be "massaged" on, just a thought
Find any?
I have a friend whose father owns some sort of Ferrari, don't know which one & nor do I care. Hateful things imo.
Anyway, I digress, he has some clear plastic pieces that are stuck to the sills & rear quarters to stop the same problem you have.
He had them made up by a local Wrapping company...... In Monaco!!
I have a friend whose father owns some sort of Ferrari, don't know which one & nor do I care. Hateful things imo.
Anyway, I digress, he has some clear plastic pieces that are stuck to the sills & rear quarters to stop the same problem you have.
He had them made up by a local Wrapping company...... In Monaco!!
Jim AK said:
Find any?
I have a friend whose father owns some sort of Ferrari, don't know which one & nor do I care. Hateful things imo.
Anyway, I digress, he has some clear plastic pieces that are stuck to the sills & rear quarters to stop the same problem you have.
He had them made up by a local Wrapping company...... In Monaco!!
Ferrari...do I care?....hateful thing...Monaco.....Do I detect a little bit of "Green-eye" here?I have a friend whose father owns some sort of Ferrari, don't know which one & nor do I care. Hateful things imo.
Anyway, I digress, he has some clear plastic pieces that are stuck to the sills & rear quarters to stop the same problem you have.
He had them made up by a local Wrapping company...... In Monaco!!
Collected the car yesterday from Banburys in Fareham who had the job of re-painting the two side sills that were heavily stone chipped. Very pleased with the result with the sills now immaculate like the rest of the car...Great work Tim and Louise. Will be taking it back in a week or so to have the sills protected by a 'Clear-Film'.
While it was with then I decided to have the car 'De-Chromed' as I wanted a stealthy and meaner look. It won't be for everyones taste but I think it has transformed the car.
Before:
After:
While it was with then I decided to have the car 'De-Chromed' as I wanted a stealthy and meaner look. It won't be for everyones taste but I think it has transformed the car.
Before:
After:
I can,t make my mind up really .
Both Vs look great .
Only worry I ( more like you -if you are fussy about under the sills ?!) would have is the weather "washing " through all the chrome as time passes ? Assume it's all just paint job .
Unlike BMW,s of 80-90 ,s where "dechromed " was actually black anodised metal ,not the same piece sprayed Matt back .
Happy to stand politely corrected .
Both Vs look great .
Only worry I ( more like you -if you are fussy about under the sills ?!) would have is the weather "washing " through all the chrome as time passes ? Assume it's all just paint job .
Unlike BMW,s of 80-90 ,s where "dechromed " was actually black anodised metal ,not the same piece sprayed Matt back .
Happy to stand politely corrected .
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