Sandblasted rear fenders

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04-02-2007, 08:15 AM

#11

Firewatcher

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Originally Posted by TomsHHR

Take the TSB with you when you go for the repair, and A good suggestion is add the running boards, mud flaps and leave the plastic protector in place..

I am a been there, done that..

Same as Tom. Been there, done that.

04-02-2007, 08:23 AM

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Originally Posted by Black Rose

I hope not (for my sake). Spent $730 of my own money to buy the running boards.

The 2007 models in Canada come with running boards as standard equipment.

I have about 7,000 kms (4,200 miles) on mine and only have light sandblasting on the protectors. If the weatherman cooperates, I'll be putting the running boards on this weekend.

Let me know how it goes...only have seen one DIY

Goose

04-02-2007, 10:57 AM

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teech

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Originally Posted by jx3

The only thing that GM/Chevy will do for you is to offer you the running boards at cost (not sure about the install). They will repaint the area of the rear quarters that are affected. But it is a one time only deal.

maybe...depends on the dealer

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how much you're willing to hassle them

do a search and you'll see plenty of examples

04-02-2007, 09:51 PM

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TomsHHR

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The running boards were on the 2006 HHRs Early in 2006.

04-02-2007, 11:26 PM

#15

mrjiggz

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i am in canada and my 06 hhr lt goes in to the dealership on april 21st to get my new FREE runnin boards yayyyyyyyyyyyyyy!

04-02-2007, 11:46 PM

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Black Rose

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Originally Posted by mrjiggz

i am in canada and my 06 hhr lt goes in to the dealership on april 21st to get my new FREE runnin boards yayyyyyyyyyyyyyy!

How'd you manage to get them free?

04-03-2007, 02:43 AM

#17

HHRyup

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I had this problem last year,and the dealer ( after a long wait ) installed running boards and repainted the affected area for FREE.I am in Quebec Canada.I can say that with the boards this problem was solved,no more sandblasting.Just as a precaution I added some of the 3M clear plastic films to that areas also.My dealer did a great job on the boards and paint.I hope this helps you out.The Canuk!!

04-03-2007, 05:47 AM

#18

Goose

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Can you put the gravel guards on as extra precaution? Notice that HHRs with running boards do not come with the gravel guards.

I think the 3M film is a great idea! Black Rose, I'd be making some calls!

Goose

04-03-2007, 07:23 AM

#19

courthousedeb

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If you don't have the boards now and get them installed after delivery...just ask the dealer to leave them on...I did.

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