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WARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Material : AcrylicWARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Material : AcrylicWARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Material : AcrylicWARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Material : AcrylicWARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Material : AcrylicWARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Material : AcrylicWARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Material : AcrylicWARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Material : AcrylicWARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Material : AcrylicWARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Material : AcrylicWARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Material : AcrylicWARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Material : AcrylicWARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Material : AcrylicWARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Material : AcrylicWARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Material : AcrylicMounted to prevent bugs and road debris from damaging the hood and the windshield, your Ford F-250 bug shield needs to be always in good condition to be able to do its job excellently. Given its task, location, and all the benefits you're enjoying from this add-on, don't you think it is just right that you give back by providing it with proper maintenance? Here are some tips on how you can maintain the excellent shape of your Ford F-250 Super Duty bug shield:
After an off-road adventure or a drive in the suburbs, it won't hurt if you spend a few minutes ridding your bug shield of bug residue and other filth. You see, bugs can be very destructive especially on the vehicle's finish. If you allow them to decompose on your hood or in the bug shield itself, they will produce enzymes that can breakdown your F-250's paint, resulting in etching. So if you don't want to experience headaches associated with that, you'd better eliminate bugs from your truck before it's too late.
Over time, your bug shield will eventually lose its luster particularly if you frequently park it under the barking sun. When that happens, it will surely look unattractive, taking away from your truck's otherwise handsome façade. So, it pays big time if you take time polishing your bug shield regularly. A plastic polish will surely bring the shine out of your Ford F-250 bug shield, making it look like new. After application, you have to leave the polish on the bug shield for at least 30 minutes before buffing it.
Whether in cleaning or polishing, it is important to make sure that the products you are using don't contain chemicals that are harsh on the material your bug shield is made of as well on its finish. So before purchasing, read the label carefully and make sure your cleaner is mild and friendly on your bug shield's paint and finish.
Gone are the days when bug shields don't seem like a welcome addition to a vehicle despite their functionality because they aren't just unsightly, they create aerodynamic drag as well. As vehicle designs evolved, this add-on has improved as well, making the present bug shields good-looking and complementing the vehicle's styling without affecting its aerodynamics. Modern bug shields do that without compromising their main task of protecting the hood and the windshield against bug residue, stone chips, and other types of damage that can be caused by bugs and road debris. Because of these, bug shields are now becoming a commonplace in vehicles these days.
If you're thinking of outfitting your F-250 with one, you can save bucks by doing the installation yourself. Here are a few pre-installation tips that could help you install your Ford F-250 Super Duty bug shield with ease:
Tip #1: Check your bug shield as soon as it arrives at your doorsteps.
Once your ordered bug shield is delivered, take it out of the box and check it carefully for shipping damage, missing or mismatched hardware, and other issues. By doing this a few days before your scheduled installation, you still have time to return it to the merchant for replacement should there be problems.
Tip #2: Make sure to clean and dry the area thoroughly before the installation.
This is actually a general rule before you start with any exterior modification. For this DIY task, you have to pay attention to the front-most part of your hood, where the bug deflector will be installed. If you don't have time to wash the entire truck, then at least make sure that the front of the vehicle is clean, and the mounting surface is spick and span and completely dry. To be doubly sure, wipe the area clean with alcohol wipes. This will eliminate even the surface polish, grease, and other elements that could affect the adhesion of the tape or adhesive or the efficiency of the hardware that will be used to secure the bug shield in place.
Tip #3: Always do a trial fit prior to the installation proper.
This is recommended as it will help ensure proper fit and positioning. It will also help you determine where the mounting hardware will be, if the mounting holes in your bug shield are aligned with the ones pre-drilled on your trucks, and if there will be a need to drill mounting holes. You see, removing the bug shield even once or twice just to do some adjustments on its position can degrade the adhesive performance of the tape at the underside of the said contraption.