Series 4 flares onto a 98

[grimbo]

is it possible to fit the flares off the latest model patrols onto the early 98 models? I have a DX that came without flares and in the quest to keep it my wife doesn't like the battered look of it. So I need to clean it up a bit and was thinking I like the squared look of the later flares. Also where would you source them from?

[Elmo]

have absolutely no idea dude, so im not even gunna pretend i do, but i remember when i was filling in a very bored day i had off work there a few months back and decided to go take a brand spanker patrol for a test drive, i asked the salesman what they actually did to the body when they updated it, and he said "nothing" just taillights, headlights and flares, so my uneducated guesstimate would suggest that they may very well bolt straight up...... but yeah.. dont hold me on that, hope it helps tho

[j-top paj]

a stock GU1 dx would look terrible with GU4 flares on it. think about it

if u were going to do it then get a set of flares from a GU1 at least.
or get rid of it and buy a ST or TI if u want it to look decent

[waxhead..]

I think they would be a pretty rough fit, having both models in the family, there is a few differences. I also think it would be an expensive experience trying to track down a complete, good condition set.
But I like your thinking, personally I think it would be sweet.

[mattstar]

I am not sure about the trim but I fitted a bare 02 rear driverside door to my 99 GU, then put my trim on it, can't tell the difference.
Let us know if you go that path, I like the look of the squarish flares aswell

[grimbo]

a stock GU1 dx would look terrible with GU4 flares on it. think about it

if they fitted properly it would look fine. I'm trying to find out if they will fir properly or not. I'm getting conflicting info that the panels are the same and others saying they aren't

[benhl]

find a series 4 in a car park somewhere, park besides it and compare. I'd suggest looking up and under the gaurd to check if the GUIV panel are still rounded arches under the trim or a more boxey looking

[MKPatrolGuy]

From memory the GU4 still has rounded steel arches but I have no idea if they are the same as the earlier GUs.

Edit -

Found a couple of pics, sorry they are so small

[Potter]

here are 2 pics sorry about the quality. thie indside curve looks very similar.

[grimbo]

wonder where I could find a couple to test fit, especially front ones

[Mulisha]

Why not use Bush Ranger flexi flares?

Only joking i don't like the look of those flares on the red patrol..

Rick.

[waxhead..]

get some mass offset and use some bushwacker flares, that would be cool.

[bj on roids]

there is someone who is making them, as i have seen a DX running around up here with some aftermarket fibreglass square shaped ones..

it looks okay too.

[4bdan]

Even if they do fit, I think they would look a bit weird unless you fitted the later model rear bar aswell. If you look at the picture above, the flare on the early model lines up with the bumper, the square one won't. Probably a bit more hassle than it's worth in my eye's anyway. I'm pretty sure that ARB sell flares that are nearly identical to the factory one's for your year model, they would probably be your best choice...

[j-top paj]

http://carl.outerlimits4x4.com/viewtopic.php?t=111836

im guessing the boss didnt like the idea?

how long have u had the GU?

[Troll00]

You can get fibreglass ones from www.FRP.com.au I have them on my DX you can get them from TJM as well

[purplebus]

has anyone done this yet ...??
i have a full set of gu IV flares and front and r/bars complete. in the trade so they owe me a bottle of jimmy. will be buying a early gu and want to tart it up as a streeter. purple/flames/chev and auto to tow my old gq about.? any one on the sunny coast have a early dx to trial fit.?
i think fbar will need the new grille to fit properly but everything else looks similiar.

[mr_wonderful]

i used to work for nissan
and i say the flares from a series 4 probably wont fit the front gaurds as it is a different shaped gaurd, the rear 1/4's will fit as it is the same part for all the models just with differnt size holes for the tail light

your better off gettin the series 1 2 or 3 ones as they will bolt straight up (apart from the fact theres no holes in your gaurds for fixing but im sure you will work that out)

[purplebus]

Thanx for that.I like the look of the newer shape so will have to talk my bro in law to modify the front guards to take the flares if poss( he is a panel beater). will def trial fit everything before we go to far. have 2 gu lined up to buy but both rough early ones. apparently the fit clips for the flares are dear as well.?

[j-top paj]

. apparently the fit clips for the flares are dear as well.?

yep

[turbogu]

i priced the front only about a month ago, was close to 500 ea side!!! nissan dealer told me they would fit, i wanted them for my 2000 ute to update it, the new coil cabs have them and apparently the part number for the front gaurds are the same for all yrs, not 100 % on the info, just passing on what i got told, rang frp and they dont do the newer style yet, no plans to make them either the guy said

cheers sean

[purplebus]

anyone????? bump

[grimbo]

frp do flares for the GU about $650 for all 4 from memory

[bogged]

. apparently the fit clips for the flares are dear as well.?

yep

apparently they are made of a mixture of diamonds, and unobtainium...

[bj on roids]

. apparently the fit clips for the flares are dear as well.?

yep

apparently they are made of a mixture of diamonds, and unobtainium...

and the metal inside wolverine!!!

Ao the late model flares fit... BUT cost too much