Husky Liners Hood Bug Shield Installation with the Black Appearance Package

[Geo8866]

I'd rather have the chips versus this "batwing"

Here’s a better view.

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[Bdesign]

much better view

 

[rk06382]

will it scratch the hood paint on the leading edge?

Instructions include clear bumpers to stick on the hood to prevent scratches.

I placed them direct on the shield:

Is that a bug deflector too?

Yes

Also, I see you have a base plate for towing behind an RV/Motorhome. Had my Blue Ox installed yesterday with the Demco brake controller and a trickle battery charger. I read that the Maverick is an excellent Toad. Can’t wait to find out for myself!

Yes, It is a Blue Ox base plate for towing.

That looks great and looks like it will actually deflect rocks from your windshield as well as protect the hood from chips etc.
Can I ask, what all do you have going on in that lower vent grille?

The black square is the radar for the adaptive speed control.

 

[Greendesert]

I'd rather have the chips versus this "batwing"

Why is it extending outwards on both sides? shouldn't it be flush? something is not right..

 

[rk06382]

Why is it extending outwards on both sides? shouldn't it be flush? something is not right..

It attaches on the underside of the hood. It does not touch the top of the hood. It is designed as a bug deflector. The 'bat wings' extend the coverage to fenders on both sides of the hood.

 

[Darthie]

July 12th:
I ordered a Husky Liners Hood Shield $69.99 from @Realtruck.


Received July 31st
pdf: Husky Liners Hood Shield Installation Instructions

Install August 4th

Started with hood open to locate the four buttons under the rubber gasket to remove. I used blue masking tape & a pencil to mark the holes.

Green button removal.

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Done: Front and Left view:

Hidden bumper install:

Final side full view:

I think the Husky Liners Hood Shield looks good with the Black Appearance Package.

Nice job! Do you think that can be painted to color match the paint?

 

[Darthie]

July 12th:
I ordered a Husky Liners Hood Shield $69.99 from @Realtruck.


Received July 31st
pdf: Husky Liners Hood Shield Installation Instructions

Install August 4th

Started with hood open to locate the four buttons under the rubber gasket to remove. I used blue masking tape & a pencil to mark the holes.

Green button removal.

.

Done: Front and Left view:

Hidden bumper install:

Final side full view:

I think the Husky Liners Hood Shield looks good with the Black Appearance Package.

It says the color is smoke!!! Does that mean it’s a united clear part? So confusing.

 

[rk06382]

Nice job! Do you think that can be painted to color match the paint?

I think it is possible.

 

[WJOHNM]

I got the same one. Took 10 minutes to install. I like the fact that it doesn’t touch your paint.

I wouldn't go through a car wash with that shield; I had the ford one on 2 trucks, I think it's a safer option, I know some guys don't like to stick it to the truck, I don't see why, its never coming off unless you take a heat gun to it. You can't hand wash winter months or maybe it doesn't get cold where you are, it snows and gets very cold here in NY.

 

[chrisofpa]

I got the same Husky bug guard for my Maverick and I loved it, I ended up installing the bumpers on the back of the bug guard too as opposed to the hood like the instructions wanted. The Husky was the way to go for me since it goes the complete length of the front end, including above the headlamps and you don't have to glue anything onto the vehicle which gives me the ick.

 

[Oldgaffer]

Mine came with what I assume is a factory one. Is the consensus that this will damage the paint as it is touching it? (yes, the truck needs a good wash).

 

[rk06382]

Today at the tire shop buying my winter tires before the first snow.

Beside an Explorer with a damaged hood.

Does it need a Hood Shield ?

 

[Rileyotta]

Instructions include clear bumpers to stick on the hood to prevent scratches.

I placed them direct on the shield:

Yes

Yes, It is a Blue Ox base plate for towing.

The black square is the radar for the adaptive speed control.

What is the brand of deflector you have? I definitely want to buy the same type this time around.

 

[HeyBales]

Mine came with what I assume is a factory one. Is the consensus that this will damage the paint as it is touching it? (yes, the truck needs a good wash).

That is not the same thing as it's not deflecting anything for the windshield protection - nor protecting top of fenders up front.

Paint damage if you remove it poorly.

 

[HeyBales]

What is the brand of deflector you have? I definitely want to buy the same type this time around.

You must have missed OP's post 1. And the thread title.

https://www.mavericktruckclub.com/f...tion-with-the-black-appearance-package.71320/

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