Hey Guys,

I am still undecided on a bug deflector for my screw. Can any of you tell me what you have and pros/cons.

I am looking for:

1. Ease of Install (No Drilling)
2. Durability
3. Wind re-direction up over windshield (to reduce the bug juice )
4. Something that won't mar or scratch the paint.
5. Ability to clean behind it.

I've looked (online and in mags) at the Lund Interceptor and Trident, Weathertech's deflector, and the Bugflector I and II.

Help me decide please?

Thanks in advance,

Jag

 

Jaguar,

I just recently installed a bugflectorII on my SuperCrew and it took me longer to open the box than to install it. It mounts directly in predrilled holes in the hood (At least on my 2003). It doesnt touch the paint anywhere and there is enough clearance that I can get my wash sponge in to clean it. It was pretty cheap too...I think I paid $39.99 for it from a local parts store. Plus it looks real nice.

Hope that helps.

Ekim

 

Weathertech is the way to go. Great quality/fit and only a few minutes to install using existing holes under hood. Around $50, but you get what you pay for...

 

I also have the Bugflector II, it is great. Easy to install, and it doesn't require any drilling.

One thing I will suggest, almost any bug deflector comes with these little rubber bumpers. They say to put them directly on your hood, I would suggest putting them directly on the bug deflector. I just don't like to put objects directly on my paint if I can avoid it.

 

Guys,

Thanks for the feedback so far.

Anyone else?????

 

I put an EGR bug shield (don't remember the model) on my 2002 SuperCrew in December and haven't had any problems whatsoever. I like that it is mounted solid and doesn't flap around like some of the cheaper models. I can definitely recommend it.

Like someone said earlier I too like that it has enough space between the hood so I can wash underneath it, especially since my truck is black.

 

I bought mine right from Ford,simple install using existing holes and perfect fit. They had it in stock and I believe it was $55. ---Paul

 

Weathertech gets my vote. doe's everything you are asking for.

 

Thanks for the feedback guys!

Jag

 

Hey Jag, I have one from Ford that you can have, just pay shipping. Nothing wrong with it, just didn't look right against all the white. Just taking up space in my garage. Want it? Let me know.

Stika525@bellsouth.net

 

Stika525,

Thanks for the offer, but I went ahead and ordered the Lund Trident from a local 4x4 shop. Picking it up tomorrow.

Thanks again,

Jag

 

I know you said you already ordered, but a friend has the Bugflector and it looks really good. Very low profile and clean looking. Only paid about $40 shipped, too.

 

I have the Bugflector II. It installs in minutes using plastic screws in predrilled holes. I removed it from a truck I leased for two years, and put it on my current truck.

Mostly it protects the hood from dings. I do get some bugs on the windshield, just less bugs. Two weeks ago I took a rock to the windshield.

There are no rubber bumpers as it is stiff enough to provide it's own support. You can clean behind it, but it is still difficult. There is a loss of mpg as the areodynamics are altered.

 

stika525,

Do you still have that Ford deflector?

Was it "smoke" in color?

Thanks
Dan

 

Yep! It's Smoked. Someone else has contacted me about it, but if things don't work out you'll be the 1st one I let know.