AOSK vs OEM Mud Flaps Comparison (not installed)

[OON7]

Here's the comparison no one asked for, but since I have both the AOSK and OEM mud flaps on hand I figured I'd take some photos.

The OEM mud flaps require drilling, and I don't currently have the desire to do this in the cold or the hardware to lift the car up to drill the holes. When it gets to spring time here in Ohio I will probably put them on. I ordered these before I saw the aftermarket option became available. These were imported from the UK.

Since the AOSK ones were reasonably priced and required no drilling, I figured I would start with them and see how it handles the winter.

I have not installed either yet. Check out the pictures for sizing comparison. Also, the OEM ones are genuine rubber and definitely feel well built. The AOSK flaps are plastic and larger. I can't say they aren't durable but I can confidently say the OEM flaps should be much more durable, and likely more secure based on the additional fasteners.

The front flaps are on the top in the group photo.

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[Astraea]

I just got my AOSK mud flaps in the mail a few days ago and planned to install once I get my car back and all fixed up. I planned on treating her to a trip to the detailer and installing them after a long overdue bath as well as a few other accessories I purchased from them and some tail light tint! I thought the AOSK mud flaps felt pretty sturdy and like you I'm more attracted to the no drilling installation of them for sure.

 

[Kamuelaflyer]

A version 2.0 of the @AOSK mud flaps in the rubber would be welcome I think. Particularly if they maintained the No drill installation.

 

[Astraea]

A version 2.0 of the @AOSK mud flaps in the rubber would be welcome I think. Particularly if they maintained the No drill installation.

What would pros and cons be of each material do you think? ?

 

[MABachE131]

I have AOSK installed. Very easy to do, no drill is great. Look OEM on the car. Has been helpful in this winter weather. After a good car wash with a good shine, they disappear/you don't really notice them. Unless your looking for them. But my car is DMG.

 

[AOSK]

A version 2.0 of the @AOSK mud flaps in the rubber would be welcome I think. Particularly if they maintained the No drill installation.

Hi friend, rubber would add more weight to the mud flaps itself, that's why it will require drilling on the OEM one. Nice comparison to the OP, it's very detailed!

 

[markboris]

Evan, thanks for the comparison. I have the AOSK mud flaps and they are very sturdy and fit tight. I like the fact I did not have to drill holes. In the 3 winter months I've had them on, they have reduced quite a bit of road debris that would have otherwise been kicked up all over the doors and rear quarter panel. After seeing your comparison, I'm very glad I got the AOSK's over the OEM's. They are larger and most likely do a better job of keeping the car clean especially with the larger, wider tires I have on the car.

 

[Kamuelaflyer]

What would pros and cons be of each material do you think? ?

A rubberized material might last longer as well as be somewhat nicer looking (highly subjective) . On the down side, see below

Hi friend, rubber would add more weight to the mud flaps itself, that's why it will require drilling on the OEM one. Nice comparison to the OP, it's very detailed!

Hi @AOSK, thanks for responding.

Your analysis is quite correct I think. The rubberized material would be heavier by a fair amount I believe. I also think it’s essential to maintain the No drill installation as well, which would probably eliminate a rubberized flap as you say. Also, whether or not tte rubberized material is better looking is quite subjective.

Personally, I like the looks of the Aosk mud flaps quite a bit. Mine are still not installed as I still can’t quite sit on a dolly or kneel for any period of time due to my knee replacement surgery just before Christmas. That is about to change though. I’m going to give tte install a go this weekend after as thurough washingbifgg C tge dar.

 

[OON7]

Hi friend, rubber would add more weight to the mud flaps itself, that's why it will require drilling on the OEM one. Nice comparison to the OP, it's very detailed!

That seems like a really reasonable explanation!

 

[AlpaChino]

I have AOSK installed. Very easy to do, no drill is great. Look OEM on the car. Has been helpful in this winter weather. After a good car wash with a good shine, they disappear/you don't really notice them. Unless your looking for them. But my car is DMG.

Have you noticed any impact to efficiency? I worry that they add drag, but I don't know of that concern is legitimate.

 

[RickMachE]

While I agree no-drill mudflaps are preferable over drilling, I also want the proper coverage and the proper look. I usually put mudflaps on immediately, but didn't this time around due to lack of products from Ford (without importing) or WeatherTech.

I installed Ford mudflaps that required drilling on either my 2018 Fusion Energi or 2010 Fusion Hybrid (can't recall which), and as I recall the single hole that needed to be drilled was from the bottom, and all it required was that I run the car up on my ramps (or jack it up) enough to fit the drill underneath. The area it went into was plastic, not metal, so it was just a tiny pilot hole. If the hole has to be drilled on the surface behind the tire, then getting the drill in there and angled right is often a challenge.

I don't understand why Ford hasn't brought mudflaps to the US, given they exist. WeatherTech isn't going to offer them until there's more cars, because the amount of people that install mudflaps is way smaller than those that buy floormats.

 

[generaltso]

I don't understand why Ford hasn't brought mudflaps to the US, given they exist.

Probably the same reason we don't get the OEM tow hitch.

 

[markboris]

I just have to say that the AOSK mud flaps are the most OEM looking/fitting ones I have ever seen on any car. I am extremely impressed with them and happy they are larger than the OEM ones.

Have you noticed any impact to efficiency? I worry that they add drag, but I don't know of that concern is legitimate.

I haven't noticed any impact on efficiency but then I installed them a couple of weeks after I bought the car. From what I see here on the forum, I am getting about the same range in my weather conditions of what others are and I have much larger/wider tires. Even if the range were to drop, it can't be all that much and I have no issue with that as I would rather protect the paint from debris and chipping. As Michael said earlier, you hardly notice them as they look like they are part of the car.

 

[MABachE131]

Probably the same reason we don't get the OEM tow hitch.

No impact noticed.
But, also installed during winter when efficiency is impacted already by temp and seems to be constantly changing as SW Ohio temps swing up and down.

 

[ZuleMME]

I just ordered my set today with good first hand knowledge of my summer and winter averages. Will post if I see any degradation. But based on the laws of physics I expect and negative changes to mainly effect driving 55+ mph.

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