A question about the cosmetic aspects of removing running boards on Gen 2.5

[Dukus Maximus]

So I just bought a 98 Monty and have been working on getting it back into ship-shape. Quick question, for those of you that have removed the running boards: What did you do cosmetically about the holes and such that were left after the mudflap and fender removal?

 

[Salonika]

Plugged with black plastic body clips.

 

[nwoods]

I bought aggressive looking tires that 100% drew all the attention away from the holes

 

[Dukus Maximus]

I bought aggressive looking tires that 100% drew all the attention away from the holes

I’ll do that as soon as these tires wear down. Your rig looks sharp!

 

[Swank Force One]

Left holes. Sent it.

 

[zerodrift]

Welded holes shut and painted the car.

 

[MrGalantguy]

I bought some retainer clips from Oriellys. I cut to size 3m double sided tape for a more secure fit and act as a seal. The lowest hole I noticed is where the water drains so I didn't plug that hole.

My daughter has taken a liking to helping me work on my cars...so she insisted on installing these plugs for me.
Groot by grimgs, on Flickr
Groot by grimgs, on Flickr

 

[Dukus Maximus]

I bought some retainer clips from Oriellys. I cut to size 3m double sided tape for a more secure fit and act as a seal. The lowest hole I noticed is where the water drains so I didn't plug that hole.

My daughter has taken a liking to helping me work on my cars...so she insisted on installing these plugs for me.
Groot by grimgs, on Flickr
Groot by grimgs, on Flickr

Haha! That’s the cutest mod yet to ole groot! Thanks for the recommendation.

 

[Dukus Maximus]

Left holes. Sent it.

This is likely my solution as well!

 

[jeep-N-montero]

I left the holes alone knowing that any type of plug will retain dirt and salt.