Ford Transit Custom Mk1 Wheel Arch Moulding Primed Right O/S 2271356

Ford Transit Custom Mk1 Wheel Arch Moulding Primed Right O/S is a factory-original component from the Protective and decorative mouldings group, designed for the right side of the vehicle body. The part comes primed, providing a solid base for further painting work and allowing for an aesthetic match to the specific vehicle.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 2271356-MGT
• Mark: Ford
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 2271356
• Substitutable numbers: PJK2-1V278L-00CDPRAA, PJK21V278L00CDPRAA, 2271356
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Part type: Wheel Arch
• Color: Magnetic Metallic - 7J
• Category: Body Mouldings & Trims

Purpose and function of the component

The described wheel arch moulding has been designed specifically for the first-generation Ford Transit Custom, intended for the right side of the vehicle. Its purpose is to protect the wheel arch edge and the side area from mechanical damage, stone chips, and dirt, as well as to streamline the body lines in this area. As a part from the Protective and decorative mouldings group, the moulding combines a protective function with the improvement of the body's visual consistency, which is important both for post-accident repairs and for the aesthetic restoration of a commercial vehicle.

Finish and preparation for painting

The moulding is factory-primed, which facilitates preparation for further paint finishing. The primer layer ensures better adhesion of the topcoat and helps achieve an even surface after painting. Thanks to this, the component can be easily color-matched to a specific Ford Transit Custom, maintaining a consistent look for the entire side of the body. The base color corresponds to the Magnetic Metallic shade, marked with paint code 7J, which is important when selecting painting technology and planning potential blending of adjacent panels.

Mounting fitment and vehicle side

The moulding is intended for installation on the right side of the vehicle, in the wheel arch area. Proper edge profiling and a shape matched to the body lines of the Ford Transit Custom Mk1 allow for precise seating of the component in the factory mounting points. This solution facilitates the work of body shop technicians and painters, reducing fitting time and limiting the need for additional modifications. As an original Ford part, the moulding maintains the correct geometry and compatibility with adjacent panels, which is significant when restoring factory gaps and body lines after a repair.

Product characteristics and practical application

The element comes from the OEM segment and is intended for re-installation in a vehicle where the replacement of a damaged or corroded wheel arch moulding is required. It works well both for local post-collision repairs and for broader restoration of the side body section, where maintaining the original flow of creases and edges is essential. The used nature of the product allows for an economical repair while maintaining the factory origin of the component. This is a solution often chosen by workshops specializing in commercial vehicle repairs, where durability, correct fitment, and reasonable material costs are prioritized.

Support with selection and repair expansion

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the sill area in your Ford and need other elements from the same group, such as covers, overlays, or additional mouldings, check out the available parts in the Ford protective and decorative mouldings category. For more extensive body and paint work, it is also worth paying attention to the quality of fuel system components, especially when the vehicle has higher mileage. In such a case, a guide on the safe selection of dismantled components may be helpful, available in the article "Fuel dosing problems: what to look for when buying a used injection pump and fuel rails?", which shows how to responsibly approach the purchase of used parts.