Fender Flares: Do You Need Them After Lifting Your Truck?

If you have upsized your tires after a lift, fender flares are not just cosmetic — they may be legally required. Kansas law requires tires to be covered by the vehicle body or fender extensions. If your tires poke past your fenders, you need flares.

Truck with fender flares at AFW

Types of Fender Flares

OE Style ($150-$300 per set)

Factory look, small extension. Good for tires that barely poke out.

Pocket Style ($200-$500 per set)

Bolted-on look with exposed hardware. The most popular style for lifted trucks. Adds about 2 inches of coverage per side.

Flat/Smooth ($200-$400 per set)

Clean, modern look. Popular on newer trucks. Covers wide tires without the aggressive pocket bolt look.

Cut-Out/Bushwacker Style ($300-$600 per set)

Maximum coverage. Wraps around the wheel opening for the most aggressive look and widest tire clearance.

Installation

Most fender flares install in 1-2 hours. Some require drilling, others are no-drill with factory mounting holes. We install all major brands: Bushwacker, EGR, Lund, Rough Country.

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