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astrospy73 · 11-25-2011, 10:06 PM

Yes, I did end up drilling each mount point after good cleaning, drying, and then applying rustoleum as the screws went in. #10 3/8" automotive screws went just inside the lip of the fender well and secured with fast clips.

I tried several methods to avoid drilling but couldn't come up with a reliable spring clip that would withstand more than 10lbs of push/pull or rattle. Figured it just wasn't worth the risk of losing the skirts on the highway (doh!). The front fender will be a little more challenging but that's part of the fun!

11-25-2011, 10:06 PM	#3 (permalink)
astrospy73 In search of mpg Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 9 Old Blue - '07 Honda Civic 90 day: 58.06 mpg (US) Thanks: 1 Thanked 2 Times in 1 Post	Yes, I did end up drilling each mount point after good cleaning, drying, and then applying rustoleum as the screws went in. #10 3/8" automotive screws went just inside the lip of the fender well and secured with fast clips. I tried several methods to avoid drilling but couldn't come up with a reliable spring clip that would withstand more than 10lbs of push/pull or rattle. Figured it just wasn't worth the risk of losing the skirts on the highway (doh!). The front fender will be a little more challenging but that's part of the fun! __________________ "I have a fever... and the only prescription is more cow bell."