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I thought some holes were misaligned, and thought I would have to drill. Although it was not the easiest task to line up all of the holes, after moving the Husky panel around a little I found that they were perfectly aligned. I suspect that is the norm and on 99.99% of instances (assuming the correct model was purchased) there is no need to drill. But to each his own.
I thought some holes were misaligned, and thought I would have to drill. Although it was not the easiest task to line up all of the holes, after moving the Husky panel around a little I found that they were perfectly aligned. I suspect that is the norm and on 99.99% of instances (assuming the correct model was purchased) there is no need to drill. But to each his own.
This.
I thought they were off for the new truck, rotated the liner inside the wheel house, and walla, perfect shot.
I installed Husky wheel well liners in Feb. I like the coverage of the Husky liners and how they look,that said I drilled 1.5 inch holes to have access to the shock mounts,covered holes with body plugs.
That is slick! I may have to do that when I am getting around to changing out the shocks on mine. I assume you drilled them after the liners were installed? Any tips for getting the holes drilled in the correct location?
That is slick! I may have to do that when I am getting around to changing out the shocks on mine. I assume you drilled them after the liners were installed? Any tips for getting the holes drilled in the correct location?
Yes they were installed. I took a old metal coat hanger cut off a piece about 12 inches long fold in half so the tips are the same. Placed over the liner, inside over the center of the shock bolt then marked the outside of the liner. Used a 1.5 inch hole saw with short center pin. Drilled hole with drill same size as center pin in hole saw. then drilled hole with hole saw. did not take very long.
I was very hesitant to order the Husky liner due to the many issues with installation people have noted, but I preferred the better coverage they have over the OEM, as do many others. I installed on a 2019 F-150 sport which has the flares, and it honestly took 5 minutes per side. The passenger side was in place within 30 seconds, but then had to spend 1-2 minutes aligning the holes. Each side was very straight forward.
Here is how I did it, hopefully this might help if you are having installation issues:
1. Make sure to check which is marked P and which is marked D so you install on the correct side.
2. I installed the two clips then I placed the wheel liner in the wheel well, but then started with the side closest to the tailgate as that is the trickiest due to the two pins sticking out. Since you start with this side. It can easily be popped right in.
3. I then started going up the wheel well popping the liner in.
4. Once I got to the bottom on the cab side, it took a litttle squeezing and force, but since there is only one pin in the way, it is pretty easy to just snap it in with a bit of manipulation..
5. I then used a thin Philips head screwdriver to help align the holes with the previously installed clips. This helped lift the liner slightly and shift to align the clips. I only screwed the screws in part way. I then aligned the screw holes on the right and left ends, and put the screws through. On the passenger side the holes in the liner were not drilled clean so I could not see the hole in the wheel well to line them up. I took a small flashlight and shined the light from the back of the wheel well holes so I could see where the light was coming out through the liner. This allowed me to easily align the holes.
6. After that, I tightened all the screws.
A. Couple other comments. The screw/washer is black, but does not look like it in the picture. Second, the wheel wells looked fairly well trimmed around the edges when they arrived. I did not need to trim anything. I do know others have said their edges were not trimmed well. I don’t know if that is just an issue with certain workers doing a poor job or what. Mine were definitely not perfect, especially in the bottom corners, but the edges are hidden once installed. Last, the clips are treated with something.. But I am worried about the metal on aluminum, but is just something I will watch over time. I did make sure to tighten everything so they will not vibrate and eat through the aluminum finish, or at least minimize it.
Bottom line, I am very happy with these liners. Quality is terrific and the install was quick and easy.
i had a very similar experience to what Jleach describes. i bought new husky liners for $40 from a wholesaler but they were missing hardware. so i called husky and they sent the hardware for free. the install was super easy. took maybe 10-15 min per side tops. i def made sure i found the P and D on each liner and each one popped right in. holes lined up with ease and screws went right in. i would def recommend these if you want wheel well liners.
should note that installing these on a hot august day sure made them plyable and easy to fit in the well.
Because I like the full coverage look, I have the Husky liners coming from RDP. That said, I thought TIGERONE’s access hole idea was slick. I’m posting a picture of the drill guide I made based on his concept.
Here it is hanging on the bolt. Sorry for the rotated image.
03-26-2019, 01:47 PM
