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1996-101 Driver Side Rocker Panel

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$127.99
$162.07Save: $34.08(21%)
Manufacturer #1996-101
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2002-2010 Ford Explorer
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OE Style Rocker Panel
2002-2010 Mercury Mountaineer
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OE Style Rocker Panel

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KEY PARTS OE REPLACEMENT ROCKER PANELS

Built with premium-quality materials and precision designed to ensure precise fit, Key Parts’ OE replacement rocker panels are a breeze to install, so they can help solve your auto body parts’ rust issues in an instant. Key Parts engineers top-of-the-line suspension repair kits, steel cowl hoods, rust repair panels and related products.

  • Manufactured with sturdy, premium materials for lasting strength
  • Strictly evaluated to deliver optimum performance
  • Precision-engineered to provide perfect fitment
  • Hassle-free to install 
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Product Q&A

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Are these press on type rockers ?Or do you have to cut the old ones out to weld these on?john1234Aug 13, 2020
Best Answer:Does this go right over my existing rocker panel
DoggieSep 09, 2020
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How to install?Tracy I.Jul 04, 2020
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Is there any welding that needs to be done to install?Donald W.Jul 20, 2022
Best Answer:Hi Donald, thank you for reaching out. Yes, welding is required. You can use the link below to order the part while its price is discounted by 27%. Have a good one! <a href="https://www.carparts.com/rocker-panel/key-parts/fit1996101?can=cpab2020_20220719" target="_blank">https://www.carparts.com/rocker-panel/key-parts/fit1996101?can=cpab2020_20220719</a>
Andrew B.STAFFJul 20, 2022
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Are these panels covers or do I need to remove panels first to install?Brian O.Mar 24, 2022
Best Answer:Hi Brian, I'm glad to assist you. Yes. This is not a cover only, this is a replacement rocker panel once you remove the rusty worn-out ones. This is to be welded in place. Click the link below to order today and grab our sale price offer (29% less), which also comes with a 30-day post-purchase price match guarantee. I hope this helps. Happy shopping. <a href="https://www.carparts.com/rocker-panel/key-parts/fit1996101?can=CPJE1043_20220324" target="_blank">https://www.carparts.com/rocker-panel/key-parts/fit1996101?can=CPJE1043_20220324</a>
Jeonino E.STAFFMar 24, 2022
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what gauge sheet metal are the rocker panels?rohr26547Jul 30, 2022
Best Answer:Hi Harry, thank you for reaching out. The material thickness of this item is 1.2 millimeters (gauge 18). Take advantage of our 30-day post-purchase Price Match guarantee. Click this link to order this part: <a href="https://www.carparts.com/rocker-panel/key-parts/fit1996101?can=CPAP3648_CSQA_20220730" target="_blank">https://www.carparts.com/rocker-panel/key-parts/fit1996101?can=CPAP3648_CSQA_20220730</a> I hope this helps. Happy shopping.
Aldrin P.STAFFJul 30, 2022

Customer Reviews

The fit is pretty good. And sheet metal is thick enough to weld nicely. It dosen't have the holes in the rocker for the lower weather stripping.
DAVID S.
VERIFIED PURCHASER
Purchased on Jun 14, 2023
Not a perfect fit but worked good, Construction is excelant, parts delivered fast !
William S.
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Purchased on Aug 11, 2023
Very good quality part fit perfectly got part in a timely manner thanks car parts
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Purchased on Jul 28, 2022