Bushwacker Painted Pocket Style Fender Flares
Our Painted Pocket Style Fender Flares combine the aggressive rivet-accented look of the Pocket Style platform with a color-matched finish that ships ready to install. Each set arrives with OE-quality paint applied to match your vehicle’s factory color code, eliminating the prep and spray work required by textured or matte finishes.
We apply the painted finish in a climate-controlled facility using the same urethane coating system found in OE body shops. Each flare receives a multi-stage process: adhesion promoter, base coat matched to your vehicle’s factory color code, and a high-gloss clear coat with UV inhibitors.
Installation & vehicle fit
Each Painted Pocket Style kit is engineered for a specific year, make, and model, with mounting points that align to factory holes or marked drill locations. Most installations require only basic hand tools: socket set, drill with bits, and a trim tool for wheel well liner clips.
No-drill applications use existing body fasteners and adhesive-backed clips; drill-required kits include a paper template to mark precise hole positions. We ship every set with stainless steel hardware, rubber edge trim for cut edges, and vehicle-specific instructions. Total install time averages 2–3 hours for a complete four-corner set.
Pocket rivet design details
The Pocket Style platform features our signature embossed rivet detailing, running in a continuous line along the outer edge of each flare. This design adds visual depth and breaks up the profile, creating a more aggressive stance than smooth or OE-style flares.
Rivets are molded into the TPO substrate, not applied as separate fasteners, eliminating loose or missing hardware. The texture and shadow play complement both modern body-side molding and classic truck lines. When combined with the painted finish, the rivet pockets catch light and add dimension to the color-matched surface, avoiding the flat appearance of single-material flares.
Factory-finish specs & installation highlights
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Common questions about painted Pocket Style flares
Yes, we require your factory paint code to match the finish accurately. The code is typically located on the driver’s door jamb sticker, glove box label, or firewall plate.
If you’re unable to locate the code, your dealership parts department can pull it using your VIN. We maintain a database of current and legacy OE color formulations for domestic and import trucks to ensure an exact match.
Yes, the urethane topcoat on bushwacker painted fender flares accepts additional paint after proper surface prep. Lightly scuff the existing finish with 400-grit sandpaper, wipe with wax and grease remover, then apply an adhesion promoter before spraying your new color.
The flexible TPO substrate requires a paint system designed for plastic, so verify your body shop uses urethane or flex-additive products. Standard automotive lacquer or enamel may crack during temperature changes.
The multi-stage urethane coating resists minor impacts better than conventional automotive paint. Small chips can be touched up with a color-matched paint pen; deeper gouges may require wet-sanding and re-clear.
The Dura-Flex 2000 substrate flexes on impact rather than shattering, so the flare often returns to shape without permanent deformation. For severe trail use, consider applying a clear protective film to high-impact zones like the leading edge.
No, we formulate the clear coat with UV stabilizers that prevent fading and yellowing. The finish is tested under accelerated weathering conditions simulating years of sun exposure.
Regular waxing every 90 days adds an extra layer of UV protection and maintains the gloss. Trucks parked outdoors in desert climates show no measurable color shift after three years of continuous exposure.
No-drill installation depends on your specific vehicle application. Many late-model trucks use existing factory mounting points and clips, requiring no drilling. Older models or certain trim levels may need 3–5 holes drilled per flare.
We include a paper template with every kit to mark precise drill locations when required. The process takes an extra 15 minutes per corner and uses standard drill bits included in most home toolkits.
Yes, flares often cover minor dents, rust spots, or scratches in the original fender metal. The mounting hardware pulls the flare tight to the body, concealing imperfections beneath the extended profile.
For significant structural damage or rust-through, repair the underlying metal first to ensure a solid mounting surface. Flares won’t correct alignment issues or fill large gaps caused by collision damage.
Pocket Style flares feature embossed rivet detailing along the outer edge, creating a more aggressive off-road appearance. OE Style painted flares have a smooth, factory-contoured profile without rivets or texture.
Both use the same Dura-Flex 2000 material and urethane paint process. The choice comes down to styling preference: Pocket for a rugged look, OE for a seamless stock-plus appearance. Coverage width is similar across both platforms for the same vehicle.