Got all 4 fender brackets done with new rubber and staples installed.
Rubber that goes on top bracket that seals against the cab.
20180707_185250 by
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Coated wire I used to make staples. Got it at the Hobby Store in the jewelry making section.
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Handmade staples
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First bracket done. I don't like how it bunches in the corner. But that's how the factory did it.
20180707_191000 by
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20180707_191005 by
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Bottom side
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Both sides done.
20180707_192339 by
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Lower splash guards.
20180707_193934 by
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20180707_193941 by
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Used this small drill bit in my dremel to drill holes through the rubber.
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20180707_193947 by
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20180707_194018 by
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I made these staples the right width by bending one side putting it in the hole and the using the needle nose pliers bending right in line with the other hole.
20180707_194128 by
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20180707_194321 by
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All 4 done. Can check that off my list.
20180707_195122 by
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Bret