| By: Matthew
C. Keegan
If you are a
regular driver and one accustomed to driving throughout the southern
US, you know that your vehicle will soon become well acquainted
with insects. Lots of them! Your windshield can get clouded over
by bug splatter within minutes. Without a bug deflector in place
you will be running your wipers and using up your windshield washer
fluid in no time. Bug splatter is not only an inconvenience, but
a dangerous distraction. You can outfit your vehicle with this simple
to install device to protect your windshield and paint from bug
juice.
A bug
deflector or bug shield -- as some call it -- is one of
the easiest devices to install on your vehicle. A properly installed
shield will help deflect bugs as well as rocks saving the hood of
your vehicle from damaging chips and splatter. With a bug deflector
properly in place you will be able to complete your journeys without
needless distraction.
Installation can be accomplished in minutes especially if you have
a second person on hand to help you line up the bug
shield correctly. Before you start, you will need to thoroughly
wash and dry your vehicle taking extra care to clean the area where
the deflector will be mounted. Most deflectors come with an alcohol
pad to wipe away residual debris. You will then dry that area with
a soft cloth.
After cleaning your vehicle, you will be ready to install the bug
deflector. Most deflectors are fastened with heavy duty double sided
3M tape, so there is no drilling involved. Next, remove the backing
of the tape and line up the shield with your hood. This is why a
second person can be so handy: you’ll have the added assurance of
making sure the shield is properly centered. You may need to use
a marking pencil for exact placement, but don’t worry you can wash
the marks away when installation has been completed.
Once you have adhered the deflector to the proper place on your
vehicle, you will then attach two small clear rubber bumpers to
place on the hood behind the bug deflector. Place them in the areas
where the hood and bug deflector will come in contact with each
other during high speed driving.
That's it! Installation is a breeze and can be accomplished in 15-20
minutes.
Manufacturers have created some awesome looking bug shields that
not only protect your car but give it a really “cool” look. Bug
deflectors are made from either scratch resistant acrylic or with
stainless steel. Any sized car or truck can be outfitted with a
shield; shop online to find one that is right for your vehicle.
About the
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