F350 hood rock/bug deflector
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Well this wasn't as smooth as I thought it would be. I first tried to install the Aerowrap version. It seemed just a tiny bit too small. I really had to stretch the ends to get the outer screws in, and when I went to close the hood (carefully) I noticed the lip of the guard was going to get caught behind the front grille on the passenger side. It just didn't seem right. Not sure if didn't mold right or had some memory effect. Then I noticed a small crack on the outter edge. Something wasn't right so I took it off.
I then put on the SuperGuard version. Much smoother! The outer screws lined up perfectly and there was more room at the grille area and it came down and overlapped the grille, not going behind it. It does rest right on the grill though at the corners of the grille. Is it the same for others? It touches the grill at the corners of it near the headlight/grille joint. seems ok but I'm sure it will cause some chafing on the grille but as long as a guard is there I don't think you'd see it.
I like the look. It is a tall guard and adds to the hood height. It is clearly visible from the cab but the smoke version lets some light through for a cool look and helps keep visibility a bit.
Just curious on it touching the grille. Nothing in the instructions talked about adjustments of the hood or grille so I assume that overlap/touching is by design.
I then put on the SuperGuard version. Much smoother! The outer screws lined up perfectly and there was more room at the grille area and it came down and overlapped the grille, not going behind it. It does rest right on the grill though at the corners of the grille. Is it the same for others? It touches the grill at the corners of it near the headlight/grille joint. seems ok but I'm sure it will cause some chafing on the grille but as long as a guard is there I don't think you'd see it.
I like the look. It is a tall guard and adds to the hood height. It is clearly visible from the cab but the smoke version lets some light through for a cool look and helps keep visibility a bit.
Just curious on it touching the grille. Nothing in the instructions talked about adjustments of the hood or grille so I assume that overlap/touching is by design.
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