Alright so I was just curious cause I ripped the flaps off the front tired earlier and have noticed the kick up from dirt, pine needles, etc to be quite noticable on the paint, and have some knicks in the paint under the rear quarter from the rear tires. (I live in Washington so it rains alot). I was just thinking that do you think its beter to go without the mudflaps for looks or go with some for prevention of debree kick and possible paint scratching?

 

a good coat of wax or sealant. you can keep the lower panel clean with a quality quick detailer. i'd only use it if it's mildly dirty. if you get mud or anything it's time for a 2 bucket wash.