Buyers Products Full Round Poly Fenders have integrated molded ribs for extra toughness. The fenders are constructed from 100% polypropylene and will not rust or corrode. The fenders are durable, lightweight, and forgiving. They take a beating so the rest of your truck doesn't have to. Mounting kit sold separately. See "Accessories" below for more information.
Specifications
| Color | Black |
|---|---|
| Height (in.) | 17.0 |
| Length (in.) | 38.5 |
| Mount Type | Bolt-On |
| Wheel Dia. (in.) | 17.0 - 19.5 |
| Width (in.) | 20.0 |
Advanced Engineering & Performance: The Full Radius Poly Fender for Dual Wheel Applications
In commercial transportation, component integrity is paramount. The Buyers Products Full Radius Poly Fender offers advanced vehicle protection and operational efficiency for trucks with 18 to 19-1/2 inch dual wheels. This engineered fender system provides a comprehensive solution for durability, reduced maintenance, and extended vehicle lifespan.
Unrivaled Material Science: The Power of 100% Polypropylene
The fender's exceptional performance stems from its 100% virgin polypropylene construction. This material choice is backed by extensive research, delivering superior characteristics over traditional metallic alternatives. Polypropylene (PP) is a thermoplastic polymer known for its balanced properties, making it ideal for heavy-duty vehicular applications. Key attributes include:
- Exceptional Impact Resistance: Unlike metal fenders that can dent, crease, or deform permanently upon impact, polypropylene possesses remarkable elasticity and resilience. This characteristic allows the fender to absorb significant blows from road debris, rocks, or minor collisions, flexing and then returning to its original shape without sustaining lasting damage. This "forgiving" nature directly translates into reduced repair costs and prolonged service life for both the fender and the vehicle's bodywork.
- Absolute Corrosion Resistance: A critical advantage of polypropylene is its inherent immunity to rust and corrosion. In environments where steel and even aluminum components are susceptible to degradation from road salts, moisture, chemicals, and industrial pollutants, poly fenders remain completely unaffected. This guarantees a consistent aesthetic appeal and structural integrity throughout the fender's operational life, eliminating the need for costly rust treatments or premature replacements.
- Chemical Inertness: Heavy-duty vehicles frequently encounter a variety of harsh chemicals, including fuels, oils, solvents, and cleaning agents. Polypropylene exhibits excellent resistance to a broad spectrum of these substances, ensuring that the fender maintains its structural properties and appearance even under prolonged exposure, a stark contrast to materials that might degrade or corrode.
- UV Stabilization: Prolonged exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation from sunlight can cause degradation in many plastics, leading to material embrittlement, discoloration, and loss of mechanical strength. The polypropylene used in these fenders is engineered with integrated UV stabilizers, ensuring exceptional resistance to environmental weathering. This prevents fading, cracking, and chalking, preserving the fender’s original black finish and structural integrity over years of outdoor service.
- Lightweight Construction: Polypropylene is significantly lighter than comparable steel or aluminum fenders. This reduction in unsprung mass contributes directly to improved vehicle fuel efficiency, increased payload capacity, and reduced strain on suspension components. For fleet operators, even marginal improvements in fuel economy across numerous vehicles can translate into substantial operational savings over time. Furthermore, the lightweight nature simplifies installation procedures, reducing labor time and effort.
- Temperature Stability: Engineered to perform reliably across a wide range of environmental temperatures, these polypropylene fenders maintain their mechanical properties in both extreme heat and bitter cold. They will not become brittle in sub-zero conditions nor deform under intense summer heat, ensuring consistent performance regardless of geographical location or seasonal variations.
Intelligent Design: Full Radius Profile and Integrated Molded Ribs
The design philosophy behind the Full Radius Poly Fender focuses on both functional superiority and robust construction:
- Full Radius Profile: The "Full Radius" design ensures comprehensive coverage of the dual wheel assembly's entire circumference. This optimized contour minimizes road spray, mud, rocks, and debris ejection, enhancing safety for following vehicles and pedestrians. By containing spray, it also contributes to a cleaner vehicle, reducing wash cycles. Technically, this full coverage is crucial for meeting regulatory splash and spray suppression requirements in many jurisdictions, serving as a critical safety and compliance component.
- Integrated Molded Ribs: A hallmark of Buyers Products' engineering, integrated molded ribs are strategically incorporated into the fender's structure. These ribs augment rigidity and torsional strength. By distributing stress loads and reinforcing critical zones, they enhance the fender's ability to withstand vibrations, impacts, and environmental stresses without deforming or failing. This internal architecture provides "extra toughness," ensuring structural integrity and protective capabilities even under arduous operating conditions. It acts as internal scaffolding, strengthening the unit against external forces.
Precision Fitment: Optimized for 18 to 19-1/2 Inch Dual Wheels
Precise compatibility with 18 to 19-1/2 inch dual wheels is critical. Dual wheels are common on medium to heavy-duty trucks, trailers, and vocational vehicles, enhancing load capacity and traction. Proper fender fitment is essential for:
- Maximum Coverage: The specified wheel diameter range (17.0 - 19.5 inches as per specs) ensures that the fender arch perfectly encapsulates the tire profile, offering optimal spray and debris containment. An incorrectly sized fender can be ineffective, leading to excessive spray or insufficient protection.
- Aerodynamic Efficiency: A well-fitted fender reduces air turbulence around the wheel well, potentially contributing to marginal improvements in aerodynamic efficiency.
- Aesthetic Integration: The full radius design, combined with accurate sizing, allows the fender to seamlessly integrate with the vehicle's aesthetic, providing a professional and finished look that enhances the overall presentation of the truck or trailer.
- Protection of Ancillary Systems: Beyond aesthetic and spray suppression, the fender protects vital undercarriage components. Air lines, electrical wiring harnesses, brake components, and suspension linkages are vulnerable to damage from road debris and environmental exposure. By providing a robust barrier, this fender extends the life of these critical systems, reducing maintenance intervals and preventing costly repairs.
Comprehensive Protection & Operational Benefits
The advantages of integrating Buyers Products Full Radius Poly Fenders into your fleet extend far beyond basic splash protection:
- Enhanced Vehicle Lifespan: By shielding the truck's bodywork and undercarriage from constant bombardment by road debris, chemical agents, and moisture, the fenders significantly reduce wear and tear. This protection mitigates rust formation on the chassis, paint chipping on the body, and damage to sensitive components, ultimately extending the overall service life of the vehicle and preserving its resale value.
- Improved Safety Profile: Reduced road spray during wet conditions dramatically improves visibility for drivers of the equipped vehicle and for those traveling behind it. This directly translates to an enhanced safety profile for the entire fleet and other road users, reducing the risk of accidents caused by obscured vision.
- Reduced Maintenance Overhead: The "takes a beating so the rest of your truck doesn't have to" philosophy is central to its value proposition. Less damage to the vehicle means fewer trips to the body shop, less time spent on rust removal and painting, and less frequent cleaning. The inherent low-maintenance nature of polypropylene, which doesn't require painting or special coatings, further reduces operational costs. Its resistance to minor dents and scratches maintains a professional appearance with minimal effort.
- Compliance and Regulatory Adherence: Many regions enforce regulations regarding fender coverage and spray suppression on commercial vehicles. Utilizing a full radius fender designed for optimal coverage aids in complying with these mandates, helping to avoid potential fines and ensuring legal operation.
Installation and Integration: Designed for Ease and Security
The mounting kit is sold separately for flexibility, accommodating diverse chassis configurations, but the Full Radius Poly Fender design ensures straightforward, secure installation.
- Bolt-On Mount Type: The "Bolt-On" mounting method is a robust and universally accepted standard for heavy-duty applications. It allows for a secure attachment to the vehicle's frame or fender brackets, ensuring stability even under extreme driving conditions, vibrations, and impacts. The precision engineering of the fender ensures that it integrates seamlessly with compatible mounting hardware, allowing for a tight, vibration-resistant fit.
- Modularity and Customization: The separate mounting kit approach offers significant advantages. It allows operators to select specific mounting hardware that best suits their truck's chassis design, desired fender height, and aesthetic preferences. This modularity ensures a custom-tailored installation without compromising on the fender's performance or durability. Users can choose from various bracket types and lengths to achieve optimal tire clearance and alignment.
- Lightweight Advantage in Installation: The inherent lightness of polypropylene not only contributes to vehicle efficiency but also simplifies the installation process. Handling and positioning are easier, potentially reducing the need for specialized lifting equipment and decreasing the time required for mounting, thereby lowering labor costs.
Detailed Specifications and Their Impact
Understanding the fender's precise specifications is crucial for optimal selection and integration:
- Color: Black: The choice of black is deliberate. Black is a universally compatible color that complements virtually any vehicle paint scheme, providing a clean, professional, and consistent appearance across a fleet. Furthermore, the inherent color of the polypropylene, combined with UV stabilization, ensures that the black remains deep and unfaded over time, resisting the chalking and discoloration often seen with lesser materials.
- Height (in.): 17.0: This dimension is critical for providing adequate vertical coverage over the tire. A 17.0-inch height ensures that the fender extends sufficiently above the tire's crown, effectively containing upward spray and debris trajectory, while also accommodating standard tire deflections and suspension travel without interference.
- Length (in.): 38.5: The 38.5-inch length is engineered to provide comprehensive fore-aft coverage for dual wheel assemblies. This generous length ensures that both tires in the dual configuration are adequately shielded from the front and rear, maximizing spray suppression and debris protection across the full rolling footprint of the tires.
- Mount Type: Bolt-On: As detailed previously, the bolt-on mounting system offers unparalleled security and adaptability, allowing for rigid attachment to various chassis types and mounting brackets.
- Wheel Dia. (in.): 17.0 - 19.5: This specified range is fundamental to the fender's universal compatibility and effective performance for the target market. It guarantees a snug and functional fit for the majority of dual wheel configurations found on medium to heavy-duty vocational and transport vehicles, ensuring optimal tire coverage and compliance.
- Width (in.): 20.0: The 20.0-inch width is specifically designed to encompass the full combined width of dual wheel tires, including their spacing. This dimension is crucial for preventing lateral spray and ensuring that all ejected material from both tires within the dual assembly is effectively contained within the fender's profile. This breadth of coverage is a key factor in achieving superior spray suppression and debris deflection.
Long-Term Value and Sustainability
Investing in Buyers Products Full Radius Poly Fenders delivers long-term economic and environmental benefits. Exceptional durability and resistance to wear, corrosion, and impact mean a longer service life, reducing replacements compared to traditional materials. Its lightweight nature contributes to fuel efficiency, lessening the carbon footprint. Polypropylene is also a recyclable material, aligning with modern sustainability initiatives.
By choosing this advanced polypropylene fender, fleet operators and owner-operators are not just purchasing a protective accessory; they are investing in a meticulously engineered component that enhances safety, reduces operational costs, prolongs vehicle lifespan, and maintains a professional appearance for their valuable assets. The combination of cutting-edge material science, intelligent design, and precise fitment makes the Buyers Products Full Radius Poly Fender the definitive choice for modern dual wheel applications.
