Bushwacker OE Style Fender Flares — Ford F-150
Our OE Style fender flares for the Ford F-150 deliver a factory-matched appearance with the rugged protection you expect from Bushwacker. The low-profile design extends fender coverage by 0.75 inches while maintaining smooth body lines that blend seamlessly with your truck’s original contours.
Every set of Bushwacker OE Style fender flares for the F-150 is molded from Dura-Flex 2000, our exclusive thermoplastic olefin compound that outperforms traditional ABS plastic in both impact resistance and long-term durability. The material flexes under trail debris strikes and returns to its original shape, preventing the stress fractures you’d see with rigid plastics.
Factory-Matched Fitment & Mounting
We design OE Style flares using CAD scans of actual Ford F-150 body panels, so mounting tabs align perfectly with your truck’s existing fender architecture. The no-drill installation system uses factory holes and clips — no new perforations in sheet metal, no risk of rust initiation points.
Installation Process
Each flare snaps into place using stainless steel push-pins and OEM-style retainer clips that mirror Ford’s assembly process. You’ll spend roughly 15 minutes per wheel well: clean the fender lip, position the flare against the body, press the clips home, and secure with the included fasteners. The illustrated instructions call out torque specs for the machine screws, and every set ships with spares in case a clip is dropped during install. We include 3M automotive-grade adhesive promoter pads for the optional tape-bond step — most installers skip the tape for removal flexibility, but it’s there if you want zero-gap adhesion in high-speed or off-road scenarios.
Coverage & Tire Clearance
The OE Style flare adds three-quarters of an inch of lateral coverage beyond your F-150’s stock fender line, enough to keep 33-inch tires fully legal in states with strict protrusion laws while maintaining the truck’s clean factory profile. Unlike Pocket Style flares that add bolder width for oversized lift setups, the OE design prioritizes subtlety — drivers often mistake these for factory-installed trim until they notice the extended lip.
Rear flares extend rearward by roughly half an inch to shield the body from mud thrown by wider tires during acceleration. The front flares curve smoothly into the wheel arch without creating a ledge that catches trail brush, and the lower edge sits high enough to clear aftermarket skid plates and tow hooks. If you’re running a leveling kit with 275/65R18 or 285/70R17 tires, these flares deliver full coverage without requiring trimming of the inner fender liner.
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Common Questions About OE Style Flares for F-150
We manufacture vehicle-specific sets for Ford F-150 model years from 2009 to current-generation trucks, with separate SKUs for different cab configurations and bed lengths. When you order, select your exact year, cab style (SuperCab or SuperCrew), and bed size to ensure proper fitment. The mounting points and body contours vary between generations, so using the correct year-specific kit is critical for alignment.
If you’ve added aftermarket modifications like a lift kit or leveling kit, the flares will still mount using the factory holes — the suspension changes don’t affect fender attachment points. However, verify that your wheel-and-tire combination doesn’t push beyond the flare’s coverage area by measuring from the fender lip to the outermost tire sidewall before ordering.
No drilling is required. The OE Style flare design uses your F-150’s existing factory mounting holes and fender clips. Each flare ships with stainless steel push-pins and retainer clips that snap into the same locations Ford uses for original equipment trim pieces.
The only tool you’ll need beyond basic hand tools is a trim panel removal tool to pop out any existing fender liner clips if you’re accessing the inner mounting points. Installation typically takes 45–60 minutes for all four flares. The optional adhesive promoter pads are included if you want a tape-bond seal, but most installers leave them off for easier future removal.
Bushwacker OE Style fender flares extend your F-150’s fender coverage by 0.75 inches per side, adding a total of 1.5 inches to the truck’s overall width when measured across both sides. This low-profile extension is designed to cover tires up to 33 inches in diameter without creating the aggressive bolted-on appearance of wider flare styles.
For reference, if you’re running a leveling kit with 275/65R18 tires (32.1 inches tall), the flares provide full coverage with roughly a quarter-inch of margin. Larger setups like 35-inch tires on a 3-inch lift may require our Max Coverage or Pocket Style flares for complete protection.
Yes, the Dura-Flex 2000 TPO material accepts automotive paint when you use the correct prep process. Start with a flexible bumper primer, then apply your color coat using urethane-based paint. Add a flex additive to your clear coat — this is critical because the flares expand and contract with temperature changes, and standard hard clear will eventually crack.
Most body shops charge $200–$300 to color-match all four flares. We recommend waiting 30 days after installation before painting to allow any residual mold-release oils to fully evaporate. If you prefer the matte black finish, no painting is necessary — the flares ship ready to install with a UV-stabilized texture that resists fading.
Our Limited Lifetime Warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship, including UV degradation, cracking from normal use, and manufacturing flaws. The warranty remains valid for the life of the original purchaser and transfers if you sell your F-150 with the flares installed.
The warranty does not cover damage from collisions, improper installation, or modifications to the flares after purchase. If a flare develops stress cracks from impact or shows premature UV fade under normal conditions, contact our customer service team with photos and proof of purchase — we’ll ship a replacement flare at no charge.
Yes, the OE Style flares are designed to work with your F-150’s original fender liners without requiring trimming or modification. The flare’s inner edge sits above the liner’s mounting area, and the curvature follows the stock fender contour so there’s no interference.
If you’ve installed aftermarket fender liners or extended splash guards, verify clearance before final installation. Some heavy-duty liners extend farther rearward than OEM pieces and may need minor trimming at the trailing edge to avoid rubbing. The front flares also clear most aftermarket skid plates and tow hook mounts without adjustment.
The textured matte finish requires minimal maintenance — a regular soap-and-water wash is sufficient to keep the flares looking new. Avoid petroleum-based tire shine products, as they can soften the TPO material over time. Water-based dressings are safe if you want a subtle sheen.
For scuffs or light scratches, a heat gun on low setting (around 200°F) will often relax the thermoplastic and pull the mark out. If the flares start to look dusty between washes, a quick rinse removes surface grime without scrubbing. The UV inhibitors are blended into the material itself, not applied as a surface coating, so you don’t need to apply protectant sprays to prevent fading.