I BROKE IT! Some days are FRUSTRATING! Still looks great though.

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I BROKE IT! Some days are FRUSTRATING! Still looks great though.

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@patrickclayton5712 Ай бұрын

Hey a good tip when using the double side tape and is to pull a couple inches of the tape protector off each corner and have the tabs hanging out; line it up and step back to make sure it’s on straight. It’s much easier to adjust only having a small portion stuck. Once it’s all lined up then pull the tab and press down in those areas.

@Itsa_Mea Ай бұрын

This is what I do too. Leave tails of the backing until it's aligned, then pull the tails of the backing and it will settle right down where you have it.

@lowblues Ай бұрын

Me as well. I also extend the backing tape with a small strip of masking tape.

@p.t.3752 Ай бұрын

I don’t know if you’re required to display a front license plate or not, but that front plastic mount will rub off the paint on the bumper. Just a heads up!

@cornercarverfan Ай бұрын

@PatrickClayton5712 - nailed it!

@GarzaDiesel Ай бұрын

Really good tip 👍🏼

@olebloom1641 Ай бұрын

Sounds like another person to help install would be needed. I like the look of it.

@raoulroberts2024 Ай бұрын

Ditto.

@markhindman9005 Ай бұрын

Clear wrap works great and I think would look better. Still a gorgeous truck!!!

@bobuncle8704 Ай бұрын

The bug deflector looks fantastic, and the pinstripes on the fenders too. A trick with 2 sided tape, just pull a very small tab off the backing, then once in place you pull the rest of the backing off. Same thing when applying stickers.

@JohnR9965 Ай бұрын

100% correct …this is a pain to put on straight by yourself. I did it myself but 2 people would work so much easier.

@lancewulfers2502 Ай бұрын

Maybe sand it before you install it may be a better solution. Normally you only take off the film on a small amount of tape, get it aligned and then pull the rest of the film off the tape as you go along.

@chasinfun365 Ай бұрын

My OCD would probably cost me another $100, but yeah, looks sharp!

@riccochet704 Ай бұрын

Personally think PPF is a better option. Have it on all my vehicles. It's saved my paint more times than I can count. But that's what it's there for.

@aaronbritt2025 Ай бұрын

So, when installing items with that double sided foam tape, you don't remove all of the backing. You start the backing and fold it out from under the part so you can line the part up. After it's lined up, you pull the backing off.

@anthonyswanson9851 Ай бұрын

Looks great! Despite the minor issues a much needed upgrade with rock chips already on the hood.

@ZimmyF250 Ай бұрын

I had the same issues with mine it was so sharp I went over the whole thing and smoothed all of the sharp edges before install.

@revest100 Ай бұрын

That was the first mod to my SuperDuty! Key to installing is to only remove about 1 inch of tape from each section then place it on the hood, ensure it is where you want it then pull the tape off. I will agree it is very sharp and I have cut myself opening the hood! If I had known that I would have smoothed the edges down first.

@mountainsintomemories Ай бұрын

I’ve done several of these. I don’t pull all the tape backing off at once. I think the instructions actually said that. It’s very hard to get lined up. That said, I think they look good, and do a really good job protecting the truck. The front of the Super Dutys in particular are susceptible to chips.

@chrisroy8668 Ай бұрын

The instructions should say to peel just enough of the backing strip so you can place the bug shield in the correct location. Then pull the backing tape and press down as you go. I put one on mine, happy I waited for the OEM bug shield. Looks very clean.

@Camperfanatic01 Ай бұрын

I bought one for my 24 too, for the same reason. My truck is black so it blends in and not noticeable. But I like it on your truck too. I install mine by placing it where I want it, putting masking tape the hood and a piece in the shield, marking a line on both pieces of tape when I get it where I want it, and then remove only about 2 inches of each section of the red tape and fold it so it stick out then place it where I line my mark up and slowly start removing the red parts of the tape from the middle out. (Hope that makes sense)

@MHConstruction_MN Ай бұрын

I always add a bug shield to my trucks, they really help for bugs and rocks protection. I usually color match them to the truck to give it an OEM plus look. What people say about a tail on the tape is correct and makes things WAY easier. Maybe a second person in this case too. If it got cracked this idea might be a good redo.

@lancewulfers2502 Ай бұрын

The truck looks nice with the contrasting deflector.

@bradleymanning3225 Ай бұрын

Sorry you had the issues you had. My Wife helped me . I installed the AVS Aeroskin Lightshield on my 250 hood. I wanted the lights on it. Its installed the same way you described, was easy to line everything up with 4 hands instead of 2. She was on 1 side I was on the other. Thank you for another great video. Continued safe travels.

@mattn1122 Ай бұрын

I like it a lot. Maybe others planning to add something like this to their vehicle should have a second set of hands to help them line everything up and keep it from moving too much during the installation.

@Mikel9999-vh3cb Ай бұрын

Not something I’d do, but it’s your truck so do what you want.

@jlitwin1 Ай бұрын

I have the other Ford hood protector that is held on with hardware. Looks similar but the Super Duty is recessed like the hood. Much easier to install.

@greglewellen4510 Ай бұрын

Clear wrap is the way to go

@dthomas2047 Ай бұрын

Looks really good but very frustrating an expensive piece of plastic cracked so easily. That’s frustrating but it looks good.

@KeystoneTexan Ай бұрын

I put the weather tech one on my Tundra. It wasn’t hard to install. I was just sure to line it up about three times before I started peeling off the 3m tape. I love the looks and the way it mounts flush with the hood.

@glyndaschulle6336 Ай бұрын

I know when putting stickers on work trucks we’d use a mixture of dawn and water in a spray bottle and spray the surface we’re applying to. It gave us time to position stickers and then sqeegi the excess out from underneath it.

@Capt-John-T-Moore Ай бұрын

OH NO! Time to trade it in! Lol. It does look good.

@pat4091 Ай бұрын

Yes that method is frustrating. I used another product that sets off the front for more deflection of bugs. What used to be a very firm product is now too flexible. Had to put some bumpers under the deflector as it was too flexible at speed and folded against the hood and corner pieces. I like the Ford version for looks. But I prefer a model that sits off the hood and throws bugs higher over the windshield. Keep the videos coming!!

@Spoolingturbski Ай бұрын

I’ve done this before. And I lost sleep over it. It’s really a two person job. But for being alone you did very well

@mikedurham3563 Ай бұрын

I think that deflector looks good on your paint color. Definitely a 2-person job, though. Maybe even 3 depending on how flexible that middle is.

@Broncort1 Ай бұрын

I like the ones that have a lip that goes under the hood and screws to some existing holes.

@user-mt3jq7vk5v Ай бұрын

No worry, everything will be ok

@alvinbrown4295 Ай бұрын

Very nice, but I can see myself screwing it up, thank you for the DIY.🌞

@paulcourtemanche2386 Ай бұрын

A contoured smoke tint bug guard always looks great on a truck.

@mikealexanderEE Ай бұрын

I strongly recommend Xpel paint protection film and suggest that you find an installer near you to at least film the front clip and the roof. It's not cheap but Xpel PPF can absorb an amazing amount of impact energy and it's well worth the cost.

@dbsmithy Ай бұрын

Ouch, I feel your pain. I like the look. My truck is Rapid Red with the sports appearance package. It would good on mine too.

@mhawrysko Ай бұрын

I think it looked better without. The front looks good with the grill blending as you said but it looks like the fenders need something. They look unfinished now. My opinion.

@freetotravel4793 Ай бұрын

I would fit it the same as putting decals on. Align everything up using masking tape before taking tape off, also spray soapy water on bonnet so you can move it around prior to fixing into permanent position.

@mustangdbest220 Ай бұрын

Absolutely beautiful bad ass truck damn

@mustangdbest220 Ай бұрын

Absolutely beautiful bad ass truck dammmn 😍😍

@scottclarke3640 Ай бұрын

Now you need the colored letters from TD Vinyl to accent the Super Duty on the bug deflector and the rear tailgate. Pick a color that matches the trailer or get a nice gray. Would look sharp. I got red for my 2022 F-350 to match the red on my Alliance Valor toy hauler. Still have to put them on the truck. Might have to find that release spray to clean the surfaces. I like the look of the deflector.

@Broncort1 Ай бұрын

I was able to get a free tonneau cover from GM from all the points I got from buying my ‘24 Silverado 2500…worked out very well!

@steverichardson82 Ай бұрын

Looks great. I put one one all my trucks I’ve had.

@markreams3192 Ай бұрын

It looks good on the truck. The Ford engineers need to come up with a better installation process. After seeing this I would probably do a unique vinyl wrap design and have it done professionally. Of course at a much higher cost!

@lancewulfers2502 Ай бұрын

I'm wondering if the same soap solution you use to install window film would help with an installation like this. That way you could float it into position and then press for it.

@georgetompkins7238 Ай бұрын

You got the highest trim-level truck. It is as good as it can be from the factory. Leave it alone, crap like this just cheapens it up. Love your videos tho. Thanks

@barrytobias6921 Ай бұрын

It really looks great on the truck

@justinstewart9840 Ай бұрын

Glad I saw this, in no way would I like the bug shield stuck to the hood itself. I liked the avs chrome style for the previous MY trucks, with 4-5 screw under the hood and you can still wash behind it.

@Jeff-eh8xz Ай бұрын

I have one on my Iconic silver F450. It is a bear to do by yourself. I like mine.

@dfre6422 Ай бұрын

They should've made the lettering inset to match the hood so that it lined up better.

@DennisCamaro Ай бұрын

The only problem with that is it will trap junk under the plastic, moisture will also be trapped under, and it's a smoked color on a white background. You can probably see it the junk accumulate after some time. Personally, I would have gone for a wrap or PPF, and yes, the wrap and / or PPF will contour to the letters on the hood. I see lots of problems with that plastic guard that will damage the hood of the truck over time, especially with the adhesive tape on the paint.

@seagullsbtn Ай бұрын

Prefer clear version to smoked. Good tip on sanding the edges.

@TheMxer0022 Ай бұрын

I worked at Shelby American building the GT350s in 2011. There were a lot of body accessories that used 2 sided tape and adhesion promoter to help secure body accessories we would put on. You're right. That adhesion promoter is no joke. The trick I found was to peel just enough of the plastic backing back to be able to fold it over so there is a small piece sticking outside the edge on each section of tape. That is a little more forgiving and helps keep the accessory ever so slightly off the paint so the tape doesn't stick so quickly. Once you get it lined up, you can stick that small section of tape. Then, the small piece of plastic sticking out the side can be pulled, exposing the rest of that section of tape to the promoter. This is the only technique I've found that helps get it perfectly straight every time without the help of someone else.

@user-of1kh5ls1h Ай бұрын

I have a suggestion for installing accessories with 3m tape don't remove all the tape just peal back a corner and let it stick out the sides where you can pull off when the item is in place where you want in...try it sometime it works...

@haraldkrueger7775 Ай бұрын

use the black pinstripe on the drivers side to cover the 1/8" white part

@nomowworries3745 Ай бұрын

I think ford should make a clear one if they don’t already. Plus it would not show operator errors during installation.

@michaelb893 Ай бұрын

A lot of money for a piece of plastic. (But I am just jealous because I can’t afford to buy a truck) 🤷‍♂️ love your videos and appreciate all the work that you put into them! 💕

@aaronbritt2025 Ай бұрын

I think it would look better painted white, or in clear.

@DonD532 Ай бұрын

It looks great. Know one will notice the 1/8” space.

@testersbc1 Ай бұрын

Looks like a 2 person job.

@craigwilliams1073 Ай бұрын

I've used those on all my trucks. Great product!

@thomasburger5810 Ай бұрын

My OCD would drive me crazy and I would have to redo it or take off some on the side that is overhanging. But that’s just me. It looks great though and is a great add on!

@davesauerzopf6980 Ай бұрын

Looks great. I put the chrome version on my High Country. That adhesive stuff is a challenge. I had my wife help and I was off by about a 16th. I had paint protection film put on the entire front end day 1. Entire hood, front fenders, headlights, and bumper. White really shows the stone chips.

@craigwilliams1073 Ай бұрын

I have done that exact thing three times. It sucks because no one notice it but you and it will drive you crazy!!!!

@danielsmith2912 Ай бұрын

I would like to see it with the hood up. Also need to paint the letters white.

@aaronspicer949 Ай бұрын

Something that makes that front end look good to me

@andyjones611 Ай бұрын

I think it looks nice on your truck. I took delivery of my F-250 with the hood deflector already installed and was part of the deal. I'm not too fond of the wrap they put on cars because they tend to peel and yellow after a couple of years in the sun . Nevertheless, yours is stunning. Keep up the mods

@richwitt3559 Ай бұрын

That looks great on that truck, plus will protect from rock chips. I wonder if one used paint stir sticks spaced across the top, and then pull one at a time would prevent the tape from making contact so you can position it where you want it?

@DoubleTap1115 Ай бұрын

I've only installed 3 of these. 2 on my trucks and 1 on the wifes explorer. The thing I did all 3 times is have her or a friend help me. 4 hands works wonders. Looks good though. I LOVE the look of them. Definitely looks better especially on white vehicles.

@trentbowen3649 Ай бұрын

You are not supposed to remove the backing from all the tape during positioning. remove a piece 3-4 inches wide in the top middle and bottom middle. Position and the pull backing and push down from the edges to the center.

@kennethpethan8090 Ай бұрын

Looks good JD, but I think that's a 2 man job to put on! A extra pair of hands would be better help.

@JohnR9965 Ай бұрын

I like that one better..I bought the one from Ford without the super duty logo. Mine is plain plastic not shiny and yes…the edges are razor sharp.

@joebrown3393 Ай бұрын

I have same on my truck paint matched my hood visor

@fredzscheile1346 Ай бұрын

Looks like an afterthought. Matches the fender trim extensions.

@tekman196 Ай бұрын

Ford went cheap on the newer bug guards . I put a guard on our 2021 F-450 . The one for our year from ford is a clip and bolt on version that’s removable. I take it off 2 times a year when we detail and wax the truck . I’m sure you’re not the only one having install issues on this version .

@amymcdonald6524 Ай бұрын

My husband put one our truck and the first thing I said is that it looks like a mustache. lol. I get why it’s one there, but when I see it, mustache for trucks

@mikehartmann5187 Ай бұрын

Looks nice, but me being me, I'd remove it and replace it. It's a Princess and the Pea thing - the misalignment would bug me until I replaced it. But the video is a good warning to others who come after you with a Ford Truck that they will need to build some sort of guide or blocks or wedges to help with the placement so that one is done. Or anyone installing an adhesive-only bug guard, I guess.

@GarzaDiesel Ай бұрын

Looks good

@mccjm05 Ай бұрын

I watch alot of your videos , very good. I've got an 18 F350 in red, I did the same oem ford deflector then I added red superduty decals to it , also red decals on the fender badges, can't send a picture of it though

@texillini1 Ай бұрын

I’m surprised you didn’t touch up the paint speck. Sucks the job isn’t perfect

@toddhagee6716 Ай бұрын

Definitely clear PPF, I PPF'd my entire truck except the roof!

@ColtonRMagby Ай бұрын

The bug shield looks great.

@mattsmith3305 Ай бұрын

Looks great! I like this one over the traditional bug deflector that is bolted on underneath hood. I'm curious if you are considering adding something to protect the grill (and radiator) while driving long distances? They make a mesh screen that covers the grill, and since I live in Florida, the love bugs can overwhelm the front of your truck in a matter of minutes.

@txshirle Ай бұрын

Not impressed. I think it cheapens the look of a very expensive truck. I prefer a clean look with no decals or plastic add ons.

@whatdoyouthinktodd Ай бұрын

So remember I'm not saying it's your fault. But when we put one of these things on we literally only take a little bit of red film off the tape in the center. We also use three people to put one of these on. Also if you want to take it off a good hair dryer or a decent three level heat gun will actually take it off pretty easily or you can use 100% alcohol and a very small plastic fried tool. Good luck I honestly don't like these things I'd rather put the clear guard over and spend the time to heat it up and push it into all the letters.

@brogan56 Ай бұрын

I had the same problem, definitely a 2 man job. It does look great though!

@sd-pv6it Ай бұрын

Wood ceramic coating be better? Plus it should keep the whole truck cleaner and easier to clean

@lb7wade518 Ай бұрын

Love it!! Would not own a truck with out one!!

@jnmaher1967 Ай бұрын

Would you have the hood wrapped when purchased. I think wrapping sections like the hood would help long term.

@marklyons4999 Ай бұрын

Put one on my 2020 f350 star white lariat and I love it. Took 2 of us to get it almost perfect

@CarlDickensJr Ай бұрын

Use painters tape you probably need two people to put it on.

@TheDesertdawg1 Ай бұрын

Bug Deflectors. Ruining fuel mileage on trucks for decades. Do you know how many hours the engineers spent in the wind tunnel getting that hood right?

@henryford2736 Ай бұрын

My experience with tape. Sun and rain will ruin the tape over time. See if it's still there in a couple of years. I wouldn't put this on my truck.

@Sasquatchmedic Ай бұрын

O9 F350 Superduty had the best look, Hands down. these designs now are not truck look friendly. Fugly and all makes and models look alike.

@trulyhappy8855 Ай бұрын

Dry fit and mark it out with painters tape.

@darp6439 Ай бұрын

Is it transparent? How do you clean under it? The tape didn’t look to completely seal the edges. Up in the PNW it would be filthy underneath it after the first drive in the rain. Overall not a fan of the bug shields and do not think it adds to the look of the truck. If you like it is all that matters on your truck

@supporterofsanity Ай бұрын

I like the look but being off center is a no for me. Rip it off lol

@jnmaher1967 Ай бұрын

Did JD use his one hand method 😀

@alvindorris4373 Ай бұрын

Welll. Welllll...I see my truck I can't get in...😂...love parts..see should call me your white truck be shipped to Nashville TN ❤

@Powerstroke315 Ай бұрын

Not a fan at all, I’d rather rock chips than ruin the way it looks(no rust thankfully). I would do PPF instead especially since you’ll still deal with rock chips on the fenders, fender flares and bumper. For some contrast, I’d add the tuffskinz “super duty” vinyl inserts to the hood(in chrome or brushed) to break up the sea of white. The protective quality of this is great but I couldn’t bring myself to protect it at the cost of the looks(sorry to whoever buys my trucks after me)

@sd-pv6it Ай бұрын

Would ceramic coating be better? Plus it should keep the whole truck cleaner and easier to clean

@fritzduval Ай бұрын

You should have left the lower tape on while positioning it, remove the tape as your still positioning it. Than remove the top tape from left to right while removing the tape..when you remove the whole tape, anything that touches will stick...😢