Body Styling Kits -- Sport Flares
Part No. 5734 --OR-- 5824

Rear Valance

 

1994-95 Honda Accord Wagon #5824
1996-97 Honda Accord Wagon #5734


PLEASE READ INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY BEFORE PRECEDING

We have provided complete instructions and in most applications specific hardware,3M tape, and specialized brackets or braces. The list of these items is listed on page two of the Instructions.
-Before starting please verify that they are included with the shipment.

Also verify that you received the correct Xenon part. All part numbers are embossed on the inside of the part. The list of part(s) is noted at the bottom of the page.

Tools & general materials required: #7447 Scotchbrite pads, TSP or TING cleaners, sandpaper, MEK, PRO-BOND, wax & grease remover, Phillips screwdriver, drill & drill bits, and general hand toolds as required.

THERE ARE FOUR PHASES TO MOST INSTALLATIONS:

  1. Removal of factory parts that might interfere with the installation and that TEST FIT the parts.
  2. Preparation of the parts for paint - and painting.
  3. Installation of the 3M tape (if applicable).
  4. Installation of the parts.

PHASE 1) REMOVAL & TEST FIT

REMOVE : Remove all fender trim, body side molding, mud flaps, etc. that interfere with the installation of the Xenon parts.

- Test fit the parts to verify excellent fit and outline their location w/ a grease pencil.

NOTE : Occasionally, our parts might seem to be slightly distorted upon test fit. If so, place them in the sun bottom side down (if a warm day) or in a warm area for an hour or more.
Our urethane formula does have a considerable "memory" and they should return to their original as manufactured shape.

- If the fender flares are not going to be painted, wash them well w/ "Simple Green" and when dry [rotect them with either 303 Protectant or The Wax Shop Bumper

PHASE 2) PREPARATION OF PART FOR PAINTING& PAINT (if applicable)

- CLEAN the printable and tape ledge surfaces with TSP or TING, water and #7447 Scotchbrite pads. Our parts have a wax based mold release and when they are properly cleaned they will be a dull gray color (not black or shiny).
- SAND
the visible edges of the parts as needed (usually w/ 180 or 220)
- SAND all paintable surfaces with 320 wet-rinse well-dry parts.
- WIPE down with a wax & grease remover such as RM900 or 3M8983
- PRIME parts with a CATALIZED primer such as DuPont's "Europrimer"
- SAND dry primered surfaces wioth 600 and fill any slightimperfections with "Evercoat" glazing putty and sand smooth.
- Wipe down with RM900 or 3M8983.
- PAINT the parts following the paing manufacture's process and recommendations.
- DO NOT oven bake our parts over 130 and they should be well supported during this cycle.

NOTE : For fender flares - if you desire a non-gloss black paint finish you might consider DuPont "black vinyl" 305 Medium.

PHASE 3) INSTALLATION OF THE 3M TAPE

- SAND the tape ledge w/ 80 frit sandpaper or small sanding wheel grinder.
- WIPE same area w/ MEK twice.
- WIPE same area w/ "Pro-Bond".
- APPLY the tape, pulling it slightly, V-cust as necessary going around curved areas and PRESS the tapew on with the hanl\dle part of scissors. Do not install tape where a fender flare goes into a body character are such as on the CK Chevy or Dodge Ram.
- ALLOW the part to set with the tape applied, if possible for an hour or more in a warm area - this will help the curing process.

PHASE 4) INSTALLATION OF THE PART (perform in a warm area above 70 degrees)

- CLEAN the surface where the tape will contact w/ wax & grease remover, then wipe same area w/ MEK followed by "Pro-Bond".
- PULL up a corner of the end of the red tape backing so that it is cisible outside the edge of the part. (Assuming the tape was installed in one piece)
- PLACE the part in positioin, pull the red backing from the tape and press the part where the tape is.

NOTE : When installing our separate door panel part of a flare fit install the quarter panel flare first, position its corresponding door panel in place with the door closed, align, mark its position, open the door and install the door panel where indicated in the positioning stage. Since the rear door clearance vary from the factory it generally is not good to position the door panel to follow the door edge.

- INSTALL all hardware & screws as illustrated - DO NOT overtighten.

NOTE : Some installers/restylers supplement or use in lieu of the tape a structural adhesive such as "Duramix" (Manufactured by Polymer Eng. Corp., 800.537.9204)
Sources for referenced materials:
 

-MEK (Methel Ethyl Ketone) can usually be purchased at a hardware store.
- Scotch-Brite, glazing putty and TING can be purchased from automotive paint supply stores.
- TSP is usually available at you local grocery store located in the cleaners section.
- Pro-Bond call Dawn Enterprises, Las Vegas, NV. 800.845.7177 to find a source close to you.
- 303 Protectant - Call a local Marina to locate or 303 direct at 916.549.5617.


HARDWARE PROVIDED:
  4 - #8 non self-taping screws
4 - #8 self-taping screws
1 - 2x2" L brace
10' - 1/2" x .045 OR .060 tape

FOR PART NUMBER(S): 5734 or 5824

DATE: February 25, 1997

 


 


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