Mud Guards on Euro Lux '09

[luvmyeuro]

Hi Guys, just need an opinion.

I'm considering fitting colour coded Mud Guards on my Milano Red '09 Euro Lux. Got a quote from the local Honda Dealer $300. Before I go spending my hard earned I would really like to see what they would look like on. Does anyone have any pics they could direct me to and want your opinion. Cheers.

[tonymulia]

Hey Luvmyeruo, you can check on honda website (http://euro.honda.com.au/optional-extras.aspx) under the mud guard set. The color is silver, but i think it should give you some ideas on how would it looks like for Millano Red :)

[furythree]

$300??? i thought they were $80....at least thats how much it was on ebay motors. maybe have a look there first?

for that kinda money id rather buy mugen visors

[tonymulia]

Yeah quite pricey. I would rather buy side skirt :)

[aaronng]

Be careful though, with the CL9, the mudguard actually rubbed against the paint and after a few years, it would be down at to the metal!

[HunterZero]

Be careful though, with the CL9, the mudguard actually rubbed against the paint and after a few years, it would be down at to the metal!

Where does the rubbing occur? I have mudguards on my CL9, so I'd like to check...

- HZ

[tonymulia]

I believe his one is CU2 as it is 2009 model :)

[aaronng]

Where does the rubbing occur? I have mudguards on my CL9, so I'd like to check...

- HZ

It's where the mudguard meets the paint. Just take yours off and you'll see the marks.

[aaronng]

I believe his one is CU2 as it is 2009 model :)

If the mudguard design is similar to the CL9 where it is secured by only 3 screws, then I believe the issue can still happen. Don't underestimate the strength of the wind blowing against the mudguard as it causes it to vibrate against the paint and hence wear it down.

[luvmyeuro]

Thank guys for the info and opinions, I'm still undecided which way to go here. I'd like to stick to genuine Honda Moulded Mud Guards (even though they are quite costly). I managed to see a couple of pics browsing the Car Sales site, they don't look too bad as they are not too overbearing- I don't want the car to look "over accessorised". I understand they can also come in a matte-black finish- not sure how that would look against Milano Red, I'm kinda leaning towards the colour-coded though. The rubbing against the paint sounds like an unwelcome possible issue, although if I go genuine and have it fitted by a dealer you would think I can make a claim should it occur. Thanks again guys for you responses, any more would be grateful. Cheers.

[NSHonda]

Luvmyeuro

Have had no problems with set fitted
Go the colour coded, much better look
No rubbing etc etc
Think 300 is the cost ex dealer for 4

[luvmyeuro]

Thanks NSHonda, I'm inclined to agree with you and go with Colour Coded. Comforting to know you have had no rubbing problem. The dealer cost is $300 front & rear fitted. Booking her in next week. Might post a pic once their done so others can see what they look like. Many thanks for your opinion and advice.

[furythree]

uhh

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/2009-2011-Acura-TSX-Mud-Splash-Guards-/220716239735?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item3363b68b77

$99

but ships to USA only, even if u get them to ship to a mail forwarding service like shipito.com thats only $99 +$9 domestic + $9 handling fee + whatever international shipping is...still gotta be cheaper than $300

cant be that hard to install urself

[NSHonda]

No Problems
There is a red one running around Brisvegas with colour coded, looks sweet

Pic of mine FWIW

[luvmyeuro]

Thanks furythree for the ebay motors link. Had a bit of look at them, but I'm not sure their genuine as it states "Genuine Acura Color-Matched Splash Guards" which could mean only the colour is genuine. Don't want to risk it mate and the shipping sounds a bit fiddley. I know you might think I have more money than brains but I prefer to stick to Honda Genuine Accessories. I'm also heading off on a country trip very shortly (with some gravel roads) and I need them on ASAP and dealer has them in stock. I value your opinion & advice, thanks again.

[luvmyeuro]

No Problems
There is a red one running around Brisvegas with colour coded, looks sweet

Pic of mine FWIW

Thanks for the close up pics, they look great. Neat & tidy fit and look like their meant to be there. Notice you got door protectors, I was thinking about getting them too. I've got the same rear spoiler as yours; doesn't it just finish the rear end off beautifully- IMO the car seems naked without one. I gotta admit I just love the new shape, it has areal "on road presence" about it (IMO) and why I own one. Cheers mate.

[NSHonda]

Couldn't agree more
Was at in laws last night parked in their drive and with the light from the garage, it is a thing of beauty. Wish I had the camera, would have made for a very nice photo
Door protection good, if you get them, make sure they (the dealer) can put them on straight, LHS is actually crooked on mine, particularly rear door, only slightly but it still annoys me, but don't want to pull off because of glue.

Enjoy your road trip, you will be even more in love with the Euro after a long drive.

[Holy Frog]

My plans definitely have included the mud guards on a Volcano Grey CU2. I think they look awesome and really fill the car out nicely. Very classy with the stock 18" on the luxury.
The white ones are not bad either.