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Which mudflaps are shorter: Husky or Weathertech?

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by TRSAndrew, Mar 21, 2015.

  1. Mar 21, 2015 at 7:14 AM
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    TRSAndrew

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  2. Mar 22, 2015 at 8:26 AM
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    Not sure if it's just the angle of the photos, but the Husky (left) looks longer here compared to the Weathertech (right):

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    However, in these photos, it's hard to be sure:

    Weathertech vs Stock:
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    Husky vs Stock:
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  3. Mar 22, 2015 at 8:28 AM
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    I prefer the shape of the Weathertech, but I want the shorter flaps.
     
  4. Mar 22, 2015 at 11:42 PM
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    Wondering that same question. My flaps always get caught dragging the asphalt when picking up loads for my work.
     
  5. Mar 23, 2015 at 4:58 AM
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  6. Mar 23, 2015 at 5:01 AM
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    I prefer just purchasing replacements. The stock flaps are too big and not just in length. :)

    I previously had Weathertechs on my last Tacoma and liked them. Maybe I'll do the same again.

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  7. Mar 23, 2015 at 6:17 AM
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    I live on 6 miles of real nasty poorly maintained rocky gravel town road. I want all the protection I can get and find the stock, although they do occasionally drag in deep ruts, do a decent job of keeping the lowers protected. The nasty road and rocky gravel is also the reason I don't go with the aggressive tire tread, although I do love the look.
     
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  8. Mar 23, 2015 at 9:32 AM
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    Where is a good place to buy the Weathertechs? The front flaps annoy the crap out of me.
     
  9. Mar 23, 2015 at 10:21 AM
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    Square, I ordered a set from Amazon. Best price I could find.
     
  10. Mar 23, 2015 at 11:13 AM
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    Just take a pair of scissors and call it good. I took about 6" off all on mine and they look perfect.
     
  11. Apr 28, 2015 at 3:52 AM
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    Got the Huskys in and installed. They're not as short as the Weathertechs from what I remember, but they do sit deeper on the fenders.

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  12. Apr 28, 2015 at 4:00 AM
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    Hmm... @AndrewTRS can you post pics of them on the vehicle. I'm interested in these as well.
     
  13. Apr 28, 2015 at 4:06 AM
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    Sure thing. Best I have at the moment given the circumstances:

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  14. Apr 28, 2015 at 6:36 AM
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    I would NOT purchase husky mud flaps. It rubbed the paint off of my fenders, Not worth it. Dont waste your money
     
  15. Apr 28, 2015 at 6:50 AM
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    The OEM's scarred my paint. Weathertechs are great! They're like $70 for all 4.
     
  16. Apr 28, 2015 at 7:41 AM
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    Mine came with clear plastic that you place over the contact areas, to protect the paint. Hasn't worn through yet.
     
  17. Apr 28, 2015 at 8:21 AM
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    Same. It comes with paint protection film.
     
  18. Sep 12, 2015 at 7:38 PM
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    This was helpful im going with the husky. I only need to replace one broken one. But I will will be replacing both front.
    Thanks.
     

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