Bushwacker Pocket Style Fender Flares — Ram 2500
Our Pocket Style fender flares combine rugged protection with the signature rivet-look design truck owners have trusted for decades. Built specifically for the Ram 2500, these flares extend coverage over wider tires while maintaining the clean lines of your truck’s bodywork. We manufacture every set from premium Dura-Flex 2000 TPO material that resists cracking, warping, and UV fade even under constant sun exposure.
The bolt-on installation uses existing factory holes and includes all necessary hardware, so you can complete the job in your driveway without drilling into painted surfaces. Whether you’re hauling equipment on job sites or taking your rig off-road on weekends, these fender flares deliver the tire coverage and style your Ram 2500 deserves.
- Dura-Flex 2000 TPO construction resists impact, UV fade, and temperature extremes
- Signature Pocket rivet-look styling with integrated stainless steel fasteners
- Extended coverage accommodates up to 35-inch tires on Ram 2500 models
- No-drill bolt-on installation using factory mounting points
- Matte black UV-protected finish or paintable surface option
Material engineering and finish durability
We engineered our Bushwacker fender flares for the Ram 2500 using Dura-Flex 2000 TPO, a thermoplastic blend that outperforms traditional ABS plastic in real-world conditions. The material flexes on impact instead of shattering, which matters when gravel, branches, or trail debris strikes the flare surface. Our UV inhibitors are mixed throughout the compound rather than applied as a surface coating, so the matte black finish resists chalk and fade for years.
The Pocket Style design includes integrated stainless steel rivets molded into the flare face. These aren’t decorative stick-ons — they’re part of the structural mold, giving you the classic bolt-head look without the maintenance issues of exposed hardware. If you prefer a color-matched finish, the TPO surface accepts flexible bumper paint and most automotive primers without additional prep work.
Fitment specifications for Ram 2500 models
This Pocket Style set fits 2010-2018 Ram 2500 crew cab and mega cab configurations with 6’4″ and 8′ bed lengths. We design every flare with model-specific contours that follow the Ram 2500’s body lines from the cab corner through the rear quarter panel. The front flares measure approximately 3.5 inches of additional coverage beyond the stock fender edge, while the rears extend roughly 3 inches to protect against tire spray and stone chips.
Tire clearance and lift compatibility
Our Bushwacker fender flares accommodate Ram 2500 trucks running up to 35-inch tires with factory suspension or leveling kits up to 2.5 inches. If you’ve installed a full lift kit beyond that range, measure your actual tire-to-fender gap before ordering to confirm coverage. The flares maintain full wheel well access for tire rotations and brake service without removal.
Installation process and mounting hardware
We include everything you need for a complete no-drill installation on your Ram 2500. The kit ships with stainless steel bolts, washers, and clips designed to thread into existing factory mounting points along the fender lip and rocker panel. You’ll align each flare section with the pre-drilled holes, then hand-tighten the hardware before final torquing to our specified range.
Most owners finish the four-flare installation in two to three hours using basic hand tools — a socket set, torque wrench, and trim panel removal tool cover the job. Our instruction sheet includes torque specs and a diagram showing the exact sequence for aligning the front flares first, then working rearward. The stainless hardware resists corrosion in snow belt climates and coastal environments where road salt and moisture accelerate rust on cheaper fasteners.
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Common questions about our Ram 2500 fender flares
No, our Pocket Style flares use a bolt-on installation that mounts through existing factory holes along the fender lip and rocker panel. The kit includes all stainless steel hardware and clips designed to thread into these pre-drilled locations. You won’t need to drill into any painted surfaces, which protects your truck’s finish and resale value.
The installation uses basic hand tools and takes most owners two to three hours for all four flares. Our instruction guide shows the exact mounting point sequence to ensure proper alignment.
Our Bushwacker Pocket Style flares accommodate up to 35-inch tires on Ram 2500 trucks with factory suspension or leveling kits up to 2.5 inches. The front flares extend approximately 3.5 inches beyond the stock fender edge, while the rears add roughly 3 inches of coverage.
If you’ve installed a lift kit exceeding 2.5 inches or plan to run tires larger than 35 inches, we recommend measuring your actual tire-to-fender gap before ordering. The flares maintain full wheel well access for tire rotations and brake service.
Yes, the Dura-Flex 2000 TPO material accepts flexible bumper paint and most automotive primers without additional surface prep. Many body shops are familiar with painting TPO flares and can color-match your Ram 2500’s factory finish.
We recommend using a flex additive in the paint to maintain the material’s impact resistance. The flares come with a matte black UV-protected finish that many owners prefer to keep as-is, but the paintable surface gives you the option for a custom look.
This Pocket Style set fits 2010-2018 Ram 2500 trucks in crew cab and mega cab configurations with either 6’4″ or 8′ bed lengths. We designed every flare with model-specific contours that follow the body lines from the cab corner through the rear quarter panel.
If you have a 2019 or newer Ram 2500, you’ll need our updated flare set designed for the current generation body style. Check our fitment guide or contact us with your VIN to confirm the correct part number for your specific truck.
The Dura-Flex material includes UV inhibitors mixed throughout the compound, so the matte black finish resists fading without special treatment. We recommend washing the flares with the same soap and water you use on the rest of your truck.
Avoid petroleum-based tire shine products that can leave a greasy residue on the matte surface. Some owners apply a water-based plastic restorer once or twice a year to deepen the black tone, but it’s optional. The factory finish holds up for years with basic soap-and-water cleaning.
We back every set of Bushwacker Pocket Style flares with a limited lifetime warranty on materials and workmanship. If the flares crack, warp, or fade due to a manufacturing defect, we’ll replace them at no charge.
The warranty doesn’t cover damage from accidents, improper installation, or modifications to the flares. We recommend keeping your purchase receipt and registering your product on our website to streamline any warranty claims.
Yes, our Pocket Style flares are designed to work with factory-installed mud flaps on the Ram 2500. The flare contour clears the OEM mud flap mounting points, and you can reinstall your existing flaps after the flares are in place.
Some aftermarket mud flap systems may require minor bracket adjustment depending on their mounting location. If you’re running custom splash guards, check that they mount to the frame or rocker rather than the fender edge where the flare attaches.