I've been running with a set of series flaps (front & rear) on the D4 for a while, however found that I wanted them to be a little longer. I couldn't find anything suitable but ended up having a chat with Bowler Motorsport & had a set of their Rally Flaps delivered yesterday (Matt was a pleasure to deal with).
Have just spent half an hour getting them on & happy so far. They sit approx 90mm longer than the series & I just picked up the 3 holes i had previously used with an M6 40mm bolt.
Series as fitted
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Comparison
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Bowler Flap fitted to right
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A closer look
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Paul.
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27th Nov 2015 6:02 pm
EMcC
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I don't think they'd last long if you reversed 'off road' but would certainly be ideal if you have no intention of 'off roading'
I reckon they would be better on the front to keep the side of your vehicle clean for a little bit longer.
I will be looking into this as I have already 'ran over' my rear ones so they need replacing but if I was careful I may get away with it.
It's done 2 tours of the Scottish Borders Hill Rally course, miles off Tarmac in Nirthumberland, Yorkshire & Cumbria with the Series ones & all without mishap, the flaps are fitted as standard to the competition Bowler 90's, Wildcats, Tomcats & suchlike so I'd say they're fairly proven.
Either way they're a step up from OEM both ifrom an aesthetic & practical point of view. Paul.
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28th Nov 2015 12:00 am
Russell
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What sort of cost are theyMY17 D5 1st Edition Namib Orange
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A set of the series ones will cost around £30-40 & need cutting (as will the Bowler ones) These are thicker & longer, you'd need to speak to Matt at Bowler to confirm costs as I had a few bits of them. Alternatively my old series ones are pre cut & pre drilled & need a new home.Paul.
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28th Nov 2015 12:10 am
euangibson
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Location: Borders
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They do look good,but I too would have concerns about reversing off-road and fouling them.....
Seem to remember Russell shredded his which may have been to do with the length of the drop
Look good though,and I know that's the most important thing to you "Better to remain silent and be thought a fool,than to speak out and remove all doubt" ?.....what rubbish...
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Euan, we all have concerns about your reversing! :
You all seem concerned about reversing off Rd, I was taught to go forwards properly the 1st time.
I'll see how they fare sooner rather than later though.Paul.
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28th Nov 2015 8:57 am
euangibson
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Just make sure you have plenty of clearance and you'll be fine
"Better to remain silent and be thought a fool,than to speak out and remove all doubt" ?.....what rubbish...
Locking rear E-diff
RLD spare wheel protector & sump guard
Extended roof rails
Series 111 mudflaps
Black side tubes,grill and vents
Timed climate remote
Hids4u interior lights
D4 Firenze my2012 HSE
D3 Java 2005 SE manual (sold,sadly,thanks for the memories)
1966 '88 Series 2a....still starts in the morning better than I do...
06 Java Black HSE - gone
12 Baltic Blue HSE - gone
15 Fuji HSE Lux
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28th Nov 2015 9:24 am
euangibson
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Location: Borders
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I have to admit I can't blame anyone else for that one,I beached it in a foot of snow with soft mud below it.....that's just after being hauled out by a Defender...oh the shame !
Mud flaps stood up pretty well to some serious abuse those 2 days though..."Better to remain silent and be thought a fool,than to speak out and remove all doubt" ?.....what rubbish...
Locking rear E-diff
RLD spare wheel protector & sump guard
Extended roof rails
Series 111 mudflaps
Black side tubes,grill and vents
Timed climate remote
Hids4u interior lights
D4 Firenze my2012 HSE
D3 Java 2005 SE manual (sold,sadly,thanks for the memories)
1966 '88 Series 2a....still starts in the morning better than I do...
28th Nov 2015 9:28 am
Simons17
Member Since: 12 Aug 2010
Location: beverley north yorkshire
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If your worried about reversing into them . You could add a chain and loop to hook them out of the way like when used on some defenders . Then let them down for road use .
I don't think they will Simon, they're now sitting at the same level as the front ones which have had some testing on rough ground & never had an issue with them.
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Paul.
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28th Nov 2015 10:03 am
euangibson
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That's almost as deep as the pothole in your drive.... "Better to remain silent and be thought a fool,than to speak out and remove all doubt" ?.....what rubbish...
Locking rear E-diff
RLD spare wheel protector & sump guard
Extended roof rails
Series 111 mudflaps
Black side tubes,grill and vents
Timed climate remote
Hids4u interior lights
D4 Firenze my2012 HSE
D3 Java 2005 SE manual (sold,sadly,thanks for the memories)
1966 '88 Series 2a....still starts in the morning better than I do...
Currently getting quite bad, looks like someone had done a bomb run along itPaul.
06 Java Black HSE - gone
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Traxide/Luna hybrid & Yellow top
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