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Old May 17, 2012 | 02:35 PM
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What r you pros and cons with both and which do u prefer
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Old May 17, 2012 | 04:05 PM
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I have rolled fenders because I've heard cutting them messes with the structural integrity of the rear quarter.
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Old May 17, 2012 | 04:11 PM
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I have rolled fenders because I've heard cutting them messes with the structural integrity of the rear quarter.
Your are correct sir.
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Old May 17, 2012 | 04:23 PM
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I prefer roll cause with the cut if your tire sitting on the edge of them slice and dice there goes the side walls.
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Old May 17, 2012 | 05:38 PM
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rolled fenders.
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Old May 17, 2012 | 05:59 PM
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Roll them.

You'll avoid the structural integrity issue and any corrosion that might occur from having an exposed edge after cutting, although some people will just use touch up paint or clear coat to help prevent that. Plus you won't cut up your tires on the edge!
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Old May 17, 2012 | 08:39 PM
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i like my fenders shaved like my g.... ill leave it at that
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Old May 17, 2012 | 11:32 PM
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I shaved/cut and prefer shaved. I had no structural issues yet and have sealed that area from rusting with paint/clear coat.
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Old May 17, 2012 | 11:53 PM
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Rolled if your wheels are not aggressive, too aggressive then shaved
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Old May 18, 2012 | 07:06 AM
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i had mind roll the other day.
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Old May 18, 2012 | 07:48 AM
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i shaved the **** outta mine 2 years ago... structural integrity is so so, nothing compared to having plastic fenders though so you should not have to worry about much. Shave in the rear for sure.... The front you could roll
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Old May 18, 2012 | 08:14 AM
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I shaved the rears, and rolled the fronts. I shaved a little at first, and it still rubbed, then shaved all the way, and rarely rub now. It's been over a year since I shaved it, and even when I rub every once in a while, the rear quarter panel still looks flawless. It is a hassle to keep touching it up though.
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Old May 18, 2012 | 09:05 AM
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Originally Posted by MyIS350G
Rolled if your wheels are not aggressive, too aggressive then shaved
couldnt have said it better
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Old May 19, 2012 | 09:16 AM
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I've never had to roll or shave fenders before, but if you first choose to roll them and end up with needing to cut/shave them...will that be an issue?
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Old May 19, 2012 | 09:26 AM
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Rolll them fenders baby!!!
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