AOSK vs OEM Mud Flaps Comparison (not installed)

[MONDO]

How much do the OEM flaps run?

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[OON7]

How much do the OEM flaps run?

https://shop.ford.co.uk/products/front-and-rear-mud-flaps-with-fitting-10-2020

88 pounds ($120 USD) currently and then you have to arrange for import. I think I paid about $30 to get them shipped stateside. I paid 56 pounds when I ordered them late last year with a coupon.

 

[AOSK]

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.

is it because the ford parts department runs independently in UK and US? I'm curious about this as well.

 

[outfishin]

Has anyone tried to paint them gloss black before installing them? I just think they would look so much better if they matched the gloss black on the car.

 

[HuntingPudel]

Has anyone tried to paint them gloss black before installing them? I just think they would look so much better if they matched the gloss black on the car.

I was thinking about it but did not do it. Partially because I was impatient. Partially because the plastic material is flexible and I didn’t want to mess with mixing paint and flex agent. ???

 

[outfishin]

I was not going to do it myself but I was going to give it a local body shop to do. Putting them on they way they come with a flat finish I think clashes with the gloss black.

 

[GadgetTech]

I was not going to do it myself but I was going to give it a local body shop to do. Putting them on they way they come with a flat finish I think clashes with the gloss black.

For us we like how it looks with the slight two tone

but everyone has their own opinions and that's OK. For reference, here is what it looks like on a black car in case it helps anyone else. PS We installed these before winter last year and they have been great. I haven't noticed any additional drag but we also have had some really nasty winds skewing my efficiency lately.

 

[KidGalahad]

I’m curious as to everyone’s opinion on the front side of these flaps, how they are “hollowed out” and almost incomplete looking. Maybe I’m being too picky? Or maybe that’s for a functional reason? Do the OEM versions have the hollowed out look?

 

[GadgetTech]

I’m curious as to everyone’s opinion on the front side of these flaps, how they are “hollowed out” and almost incomplete looking. Maybe I’m being too picky? Or maybe that’s for a functional reason? Do the OEM versions have the hollowed out look?

When I got mine I was kind of weirded out too honestly. My guess is it was for weight and tooling issues but its still a bit odd. I didn't really notice anything this winter as far as issues with the hollow part aside from capturing snow inside. Not sure about the stock ones.

 

[KidGalahad]

I looked at the link someone posted above for the OEM versions, and they don’t appear to have that incomplete look. However, there is a compatibility tool at the bottom of the page, and they seem to be compatible with the 2020 Mach E only.

im going to hold out on getting Mud Flaps until I can find a version that looks complete. Maybe AOSK will make a v2. I’ve been very happy with their spoiler, pedal covers, and interior organizers.

 

[OON7]

They OEMs are compatible at least with the 21, just not sold in the US. I still haven't put them on though and thinking about selling them. The OEM ones are solid rubber. Drilling required to install due to the weight most likely.

Overall the AOSK look good once installed, you don't really notice the hollow area unless you were closely inspecting mudflaps. They look good enough that I probably won't bother with the OEM.

 

[fallguy]

Wish mine were gloss black too. Should be an option. I was worried about flaking with the constant bending so just left as is. Put on 10.5's in the back though so really wanted some on.

 

[VegStang]

Any Ford insiders want to chime in with why Ford isn't selling their OEM ones in the US? Working on some glossy ones to match the premium trim? Yeah, wishful thinking.

 

[VegStang]

Thought I would bump this thread back up. I'm either going to have the UK ones shipped to me or order the AOSK ones, but I do prefer the size and look of the Ford UK splash guards, even though they require drilling. I have not been able to locate a seller here in the states that is importing them (low volume I am sure.)

 

[Deleted member 19354]

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.

I’d like to hear your review when completed. I’m not mechanically inclined ?

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