CT4-V Rear Splash/Rock Guard Installation on CT4 BW with Picture

[Dubbed.theB]

I tried them and didn't like it b/c of that gap. I'm bringing my car to zl1addons this monday so they can get the ball rolling on fabricating some for the ct4 bw.

While there, you should see about having them measure out for a BW version of the lift pads... or at least verify if the Camaro ones may work.

 

[Dalyons03]

@Soundman414 @cnofar How are they holding up? I'm looking at doing the same

Agree with others, overall happy with the Amazon 30 dollar rock guards.

 

[Lithoss]

Are you all worried about the minor flex these have damaging the paint if they move around?

I installed them today and noticed they flex just a bit when pushed, even after tightening all 3 bolts.

The gap at the top is not great but I think I'm going to 3d print some "plugs" for that, assuming there's no paint damage risk for the main flaps.

 

[Dalyons03]

Are you all worried about the minor flex these have damaging the paint if they move around?

I installed them today and noticed they flex just a bit when pushed, even after tightening all 3 bolts.

The gap at the top is not great but I think I'm going to 3d print some "plugs" for that, assuming there's no paint damage risk for the main flaps.

It might and nothing the trusty buffer with some compound couldn’t fix.

 

[Blackwing16]

For anyone on the fence about ordering The Original Carbon Guards for the CT4, here are some pictures. Install was a bit nerve wracking because of the double sided tape and how sticky it was once it was tacked, but I really like the overall look of them with both the front and rear installed. My only complaint is that the edges aren't really sealed, so they look matte and unfinished. However, normal people just looking at the car probably wouldn't even notice. I also included a picture of the black plastic fronts that came installed from the factory for comparison.

 

[Dcrets]

I tried them and didn't like it b/c of that gap. I'm bringing my car to zl1addons this monday so they can get the ball rolling on fabricating some for the ct4 bw.

Zl1addons has these for the ct4-v. Will they fit our 4BW?

Cadillac 20-23 CT4-V Standard Rock Guards

Protect your vehicle from rock damage with our 2020-2023 CT4-V Standard rock guard offering. This product is built to use the OEM mounting placements and our custom hardware. Product is sold in pairs (left & right). Product Fitment: 2020-2023 Cadillac CT4-V Coupe Product Finish: Standard: This...

zl1addons.com

 

[Soundman414]

Zl1addons has these for the ct4-v. Will they fit our 4BW?

Cadillac 20-23 CT4-V Standard Rock Guards

Protect your vehicle from rock damage with our 2020-2023 CT4-V Standard rock guard offering. This product is built to use the OEM mounting placements and our custom hardware. Product is sold in pairs (left & right). Product Fitment: 2020-2023 Cadillac CT4-V Coupe Product Finish: Standard: This...

zl1addons.com

Yes. The rear of the 4BW, with regard to the splash/rock guards, are identical to the 4V and regular 4.

 

[Lithoss]

Trying my hand at some custom flaps I modeled up and 3d printed. I've spent more time tweaking them than I'd like to admit, not sure if I'm happy with them yet. Suggestions?

 

[Blackwing16]

Trying my hand at some custom flaps I modeled up and 3d printed. I've spent more time tweaking them than I'd like to admit, not sure if I'm happy with them yet. Suggestions?

I actually think those look pretty good!

 

[Finally-a-V]

I like them. Small enough that they fade away, but sized right to do the job. Nice work!

 

[Dcrets]

Looks very good. How do they compare to the OEM fronts? A good match would be key, ie texture and distance they go up the wheel well.

 

[Lithoss]

Looks very good. How do they compare to the OEM fronts? A good match would be key, ie texture and distance they go up the wheel well.

Thanks! I tried to match the style of the front guards, I think i was somewhat successful. Mine don't go as high as the fronts because I think the front ones go excessively high and I have print size limitations. Texture is a work in progress, I'm using smooth PLA now but will switch to ABS or ASA when I'm happy with them which should match the color and texture of the fronts more closely. The smooth glossy PLA I'm using now matches the black flashing on the bottom of the car though, that wasn't intentional but a nice surprise.

 

[jonnywaffles11]

Trying my hand at some custom flaps I modeled up and 3d printed. I've spent more time tweaking them than I'd like to admit, not sure if I'm happy with them yet. Suggestions?

damn those look good! any chance I could get that .stl file?

 

[RDATLTE]

Trying my hand at some custom flaps I modeled up and 3d printed. I've spent more time tweaking them than I'd like to admit, not sure if I'm happy with them yet. Suggestions?

Kinda hard to tell in the pics. Are these 2D or, 3D? I'm not a fan of the 2D ones like ZL1 Addons.

 

[Lithoss]

damn those look good! any chance I could get that .stl file?

Yeah I'd be willing to share the STL, but need to get it closer to a final state first though. Right now it's two pieces, one base adapter to bridge the space, then the flap part. Too much waste like that but easier to iterate prototypes.

 

[Lithoss]

Kinda hard to tell in the pics. Are these 2D or, 3D? I'm not a fan of the 2D ones like ZL1 Addons.

Subtle 3d, very similar to the front ones. They angle inwards on the outside.

 

[Dcrets]

Thanks! I tried to match the style of the front guards, I think i was somewhat successful. Mine don't go as high as the fronts because I think the front ones go excessively high and I have print size limitations. Texture is a work in progress, I'm using smooth PLA now but will switch to ABS or ASA when I'm happy with them which should match the color and texture of the fronts more closely. The smooth glossy PLA I'm using now matches the black flashing on the bottom of the car though, that wasn't intentional but a nice surprise.

Just noticed you're in Ft Worth , too. When you finish those tweaks lmk. I'll be your guinea pig!

 

[Lithoss]

Ok, been out of town a bit and finally have a final* design done.

*it's still not perfect, especially the openings/countersinks where the screws go. I imagine they will fill up with dirt. If anyone knows what type of screws those are maybe we can get longer ones, if so I can reduce the countersink a bit.

I printed it with PLA for now. PLA won't last in the elements, I'm going to watch to see how it does. If I still like them after a few months I'm going to try ASA or ABS, or maybe even send it to a fab shop to get it done in nylon. We'll see.

It attaches in 3 places, one of them being on the bottom.

STL attached for anyone wanting to try it out. Print it with the inwards facing surface on the bed. Let me know if there's any fitment issues. Where these screws get screwed has some play it seems.

Some pics:

(yes I did a terrible job cleaning my wheels.. was in a rush)

 

[Throat Yogurt]

Ok, been out of town a bit and finally have a final* design done.

*it's still not perfect, especially the openings/countersinks where the screws go. I imagine they will fill up with dirt. If anyone knows what type of screws those are maybe we can get longer ones, if so I can reduce the countersink a bit.

I printed it with PLA for now. PLA won't last in the elements, I'm going to watch to see how it does. If I still like them after a few months I'm going to try ASA or ABS, or maybe even send it to a fab shop to get it done in nylon. We'll see.

It attaches in 3 places, one of them being on the bottom.

STL attached for anyone wanting to try it out. Print it with the inwards facing surface on the bed. Let me know if there's any fitment issues. Where these screws get screwed has some play it seems.

Some pics:

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(yes I did a terrible job cleaning my wheels.. was in a rush)
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Thank you, these look amazing! I think you got the curve on the outer edge perfect. Also thank you for having the near twin of my car so I can really picture how it would look.