Bushwacker Max Coverage Pocket Style Fender Flares
Our Max Coverage Pocket Style fender flares deliver the widest tire protection in the Pocket Style family, engineered for trucks running oversized tires and aggressive wheel offsets. These flares extend beyond our standard Pocket Style by an additional 1.5 inches per side, bringing total coverage up to 3 inches of tire shielding without requiring trimming on most applications.
When you install a leveling kit or full suspension lift, your truck’s tire track widens—sometimes by several inches. Factory fenders no longer protect your paint, and debris flung from oversized tires will sandblast your doors and quarter panels within weeks. Standard coverage flares help, but they still leave a gap when you’re running 35-inch tires on wheels with 4.5-inch backspacing.
Installation Process and Trimming Requirements
Vehicle-Specific Fitment
Each Max Coverage kit is designed for a specific truck make, model, and year range. We include application-specific drilling templates that align with your factory mounting points—most installations require only a drill, socket set, and about two hours of your time. The templates mark every hole location, so you’re not measuring or second-guessing placement.
Minimal Fender Trimming
Most applications require trimming the inner plastic fender liner to accommodate the flare’s extended width. We’re talking about removing a narrow strip of the liner, not cutting into metal. The template shows exactly where to trim, and a utility knife handles the job in minutes. A handful of models—primarily stock-height trucks—install with zero trimming, but if you’re lifted or running oversized tires, plan on some minor liner work. Our installation guide walks you through every step, and we maintain a full video library showing real installs on popular models like the Ram 1500, F-150, and Silverado.
Material Durability and UV Resistance
We mold every Max Coverage flare from Dura-Flex 2000, a thermoplastic olefin compound we developed in-house to survive the worst conditions trucks see. This isn’t generic ABS plastic—it’s a UV-stabilized, impact-resistant material that flexes on impact instead of shattering. That flex is critical when you’re brushing trail obstacles or backing into parking barriers.
The UV stabilizers are blended throughout the material, not just surface-applied. Flares left in Arizona sun for five years show no fading, chalking, or brittleness. We’ve tested samples in accelerated UV chambers equivalent to a decade of sun exposure—the material shows zero degradation. Cold weather is equally irrelevant: the TPO remains flexible down to -40°F, so winter plow impacts won’t crack the edges.
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Common Questions About Max Coverage Pocket Style Flares
Most applications require trimming only the inner plastic fender liner, not the metal fender itself. The amount of trimming depends on your specific vehicle and tire size. Stock-height trucks with factory-sized tires typically need minimal or zero trimming, while lifted trucks running oversized tires may require removing a narrow strip of the inner liner to accommodate the flare’s width.
We include detailed trimming templates with every kit, showing exactly where to cut. The process usually involves a utility knife and takes 10–15 minutes per wheel well. If you’re unsure about your specific application, contact our fitment team with your truck’s year, make, model, lift height, and tire size—we’ll confirm the exact installation requirements before you order.
Max Coverage flares extend 3 inches beyond your factory fender edge, compared to 1.5 inches for our standard Pocket Style flares. That’s an additional 1.5 inches of coverage per side—enough to protect paint when running oversized tires with aggressive offset wheels.
The extra width is critical for lifted trucks. If you’re running 33-inch or larger tires, especially with wheels that have negative offset or wide backspacing, standard flares often leave a gap where debris can still hit your bodywork. Max Coverage closes that gap completely while maintaining the same rivet-style pocket detailing and Dura-Flex 2000 construction you expect from our Pocket Style line.
No—the flares come in a textured matte black finish that matches most factory fender liner textures. The finish is molded throughout the material, not applied as a coating, so it won’t peel or wear off over time. Most customers install them as-is and never paint them.
If you want to color-match your truck’s paint, the Dura-Flex 2000 material accepts flexible bumper paint and automotive primer without special prep beyond cleaning. We recommend using a professional paint shop familiar with TPO plastics to ensure proper adhesion. Keep in mind that painted flares require more maintenance than the factory matte finish, as rock chips and trail scratches will expose the black material underneath.
Every set of Bushwacker Max Coverage Pocket Style fender flares is backed by our Limited Lifetime Warranty, which covers defects in materials and workmanship for as long as you own your truck. If a flare cracks, warps, or fails due to a manufacturing defect, we’ll replace it at no charge.
The warranty does not cover damage from impacts, improper installation, or modifications to the flares. Normal wear like scratches, scuffs, and UV fading (which our material resists exceptionally well) are also excluded. If you experience a problem, contact our warranty department with photos and proof of purchase—most claims are processed within 48 hours.
Most DIY installations take between 90 minutes and 3 hours, depending on your truck model and whether trimming is required. If you’re working on a no-trim application with pre-drilled factory holes, you can finish in under two hours. Applications requiring fender liner trimming or additional drilling may take closer to three hours.
You’ll need basic hand tools: a drill with bits, socket set, measuring tape, and a utility knife for trimming. We include detailed instructions, drilling templates, and all necessary hardware in every kit. If you prefer professional installation, most truck accessory shops charge between one and two hours of labor, though rates vary by region. The flares themselves require no special tools or expertise—if you can install a trailer hitch, you can install Max Coverage flares.
Yes—we design Max Coverage flares around factory features like backup cameras, parking sensors, and blind-spot monitors. Application-specific kits include pre-molded cutouts or clearance channels where sensors and cameras sit, so you’re not drilling new holes or relocating hardware.
For trucks with fender-mounted cameras (common on newer Ram, Ford, and GM models), the flare installs over the factory mount without blocking the camera’s view. Parking sensors typically sit below the flare’s lower edge and remain fully functional. If your truck has aftermarket sensors or unusual camera placements, contact our fitment team before ordering—we’ll confirm compatibility and walk you through any minor adjustments needed during installation.
Max Coverage flares extend outward rather than downward, so they typically clear factory running boards and mudflaps without interference. The flare’s lower edge sits roughly level with your truck’s rocker panel, leaving plenty of space below for step bars, nerf bars, and mudflaps.
If you’re running oversized mudflaps or extra-wide power steps, measure carefully before ordering. Some combinations may require shorter mudflaps or minor bracket adjustments to prevent contact with the flare’s outer edge. Running boards that mount directly to the rocker panel (cab-length styles) rarely cause issues, while boards that extend outward past the wheel well may need repositioning. Our technical support team can review photos of your current setup and confirm fitment before you purchase.