sorry man, just got my password reset. I have it run thru a switch in the cab as well as if I put it in reverse they light up. If you email me at cbbennin@gmail.com will email you a picture of the setup...

Should be the full one. This is the one I have in my order history.

http://www.eastwood.com/eastwood-s-2...JsYaAkl78P8HAQ

I used the same gloss clear from Automotive touch-up on my girlfriend's truck, it was the $7.99 one. Not the 2k type one. Satisfactory results, shine wasn't what I wanted it to be but its solid and protected. I just polished it with my Meguiars #105 & #205.

Excellent, sounds like it will definitely last. What clear coat are you using? Most rattle cans don't shine like real shop sprayed clear will, but I used this stuff from Eastwood paint and its a 2k type clear coat, has hardener and everything, glosses just as nice as stock. My only complaint was sanding out orange peel.

Hey sorry for the late reply on the grill subject. Been busy and forgetful lol.

I used a couple flat head drivers and lots of patients. I wish I video recorded when I did it because I had a good method down. I had the surround off the grill within 5 minutes without a heat gun, and without any broken tabs. I just worked from the bottom, to the side, the upper area, then the final end.

Sandpaper... I believe I did, 150 grit first, followed by 400 grit. I primed over the 400 sanding, and smoothed that out with 800 wet. After the paint layers I used 2000 wet and polished it up, hit it with the Eastwood 2k clear coat aerosol and it looks, and feels great. I did 2000 wet the clear because it orange peeled like crazy. More polishing and it looks good now.

Thank you for your vote for TOTM. Much appreciated!

Thanks for your vote for TOTM. A few years ago I was looking at a F150 similar to yours. Very sharp....

You posted to my page back in May of this year. This is first time I've been online since. My bumper is a Frontier Gear Replacement Bumper. http://frontier-gear.com/index.html

I actually got the deal of the century on mine. $300 on craigslist used. I'm not sure what these things cost new.

They run a little less than $600 from www.truckaddons.com not counting shipping which is about $100. They will price match and offer at least a 10% better price than other sellers. This price may seem steep, just remember you get what you pay for...

I did install it myself. I have a large carport with exposed rafters which allowed me to use some come along straps for lifting and alignment. It was really quite easy. If you have a couple of buddies it will be no problem. One of the advantages of the Rancher is the built in front step, this allows easier engine access since my truck is leveled and has 34 inch tires, without this it is difficult to reach the engine. I am not a small guy and there is no movement when I use this. Plus I did not lose my tow hooks.




Front step is clearly visible in this image...

It really depends on the type of guard you install. I live in the Oregon Cascades where we are inundated with deer. I have a Go Industries "Rancher" guard that is fully welded 2" tubular steel weighing at close to seventy pounds. I have hit three deer with no so much as a scratch. Remember they are called brush guards for a reason and not deer guards.




I feel a lot more secure with in on my truck than without...