2019 Subaru Forester Hood Deflector Install

In this video, I go thru the complete install procedure, and show you what to do, and what not to do during the installations process. I also offer my opinion on if the hood deflector is beneficial, or just aesthetic.
Installation instructions:
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[@armijoseph27]

I have a 2022 Subaru Forester Sport and my hood deflector did not come with instructions either, thank you for saving me so much time.

[@Lucrativesoldier]

Not sure why they can’t include instructions, but glad I could help.👍🏾 I wouldn’t mind if they added this video for instructions.😂

[@rickylarson6734]

I bought the deflector when we bought the car, 4 years ago. I have kept it around and had lost the hardware until today! I decided to watch someone install it because I knew it would take me a while to get it all figured out. Anyways, I watched the whole video and laughed because the same stuff happens to me all the time. Psssh. I'm not putting it on the car! My wife doesn't even want it. Thanks for the video!

[@Lucrativesoldier]

@@rickylarson6734 😂 I agree with that decision. Save yourself the unnecessary headache. Especially if you have already gone 4 years without it.😂👍🏾 Thanks I appreciate it!✌🏾

[@FlowJunkie65]

Hey, Terry. I'm a new 2022 Forester Premium owner and a first-time visitor, and I liked your vid and subscribed to your channel. I came here to watch an installation, but also got a couple of big laughs (red circle around your stomach and you saying no more daily beer, and the frustration of dropping that backing down into your engine compartment -- no lie, while checking and adding oil on my son's Camry, I dropped the oil cap down into its engine compartment, never located it by sight, but had a hunch based on what I had heard that it was laying on top of one of the car's molded undercarriage plastic protectors and had to remove it to retrieve the cap. Ugh! It was coincidental that I found your channel and this video because I was just thinking about buying one of those hood deflectors for my Forester today. I never thought it would protect my windshield much, but would help protect against paint chipping off of the hood from road rocks/debris. Another coincidence, my wife and I were just talking about taking our very first road trip in my Forester to ... the Grand Canyon. How did your Forester do on your trip there with your family? Did you guys do any outdoor camping, or stay in a hotel/motel or something else? I'm trying to get some ideas, thanks! 🤜🤛

[@dha588]

Just a heads up for anyone looking for instructions for a 2014 - 2018 Forester. The 2019+ forester has a completely different instruction. Save ya some time. Great video.

[@Lucrativesoldier]

Thanks!👍🏾

[@80spyder1]

One helpful hint for you short fellows (I’m 5’7”). I used a spray paint can and propped my hood open basically a foot instead of all the way open and it helps a bunch. Anyways thanks for the video I watched it before doing mine for a general idea of what I’d be doing.

[@Lucrativesoldier]

Thanks for watching, and the tip!✌🏾

[@nicholasgurzynski7995]

You're a good man for posting this Terry, made this project a bit more bearable with some visual aids, best of luck!

[@Lucrativesoldier]

Thanks! Glad I could help.👍🏾✌🏾

[@tomtribur458]

Comparing your hood protector compared to a video I saw on an older model, the older model appeared to have a lip on the trailing edge that forces air upward which would probably offer more bug and stone deflection. Now I need to decide if I want to spend the $130. Funny thing, we are headed to Yellowstone also and beyond.

[@Lucrativesoldier]

@@tomtribur458 yes, I’m sure that helps. For me, I can’t be certain it made any improvement. I haven’t had any windshield damage since my last windshield replacement, which I’ve had 2, but I think the windshield quality is better. My first replacement was thru the dealer. My second was thru Safelite, and doing the best. My opinion would be make the purchase for aesthetics, as I can’t assure it has added protection. Enjoy Yellowstone, it’s beautiful and can’t wait to go back.❤️👍🏾

[@davidlesley]

Thanks for your vid, your patience. A fiddly install for sure with no instructions in the box. Stay cool

[@Lucrativesoldier]

Thank you, I appreciate it. Will be posting new vids soon, so be on the look out.👍🏾

[@MrMarkmill]

Just installed today on my 2020 sport ice silver thanks to your video I laid down a bedsheet over my engine bay before installation. The instructions are so wack and your video helped me understand which way things went. Come to find out that same clip you lost I dropped like 4/5 times when I was tweaking it for install. I found out that you don't have to start from the bottom and twist upward to get the clips to lock. If you actually go all the way to the top and press the white clips in just as you did on those black clips on the brackets; then you can easily adjust it by sliding it directly down. If you twist the white clip while trying to adjust it down it will lose its firmness and fall out. I found that out on the second clip. Also, the marking is not necessary if you have it straight from the beginning. I ended up not marking because my marker was too fat to go inside the holes. I just reached under using my two index fingers and placed the tape where it went. The instructions tell you to do all these extra things when they could revise them to make it much easier.

[@Lucrativesoldier]

Lol glad I could help and save you the headache. Honestly, I’m certain my marker was too fat to mark the spots also, but, I was rolling with the instructions.😂. Thanks for the added info. Hopefully it will help others out.✌🏾

[@MrMarkmill]

@@Lucrativesoldier Also can you speak on your ready lift? It's between that and ADF/LP adventure for me. How does it ride with your tires compared to stock? As far as ride quality and performance. What about road noise and fuel economy? I'm set on the same tire set up as you for right now until I upgrade the wheels. What was the reason you went with ready lift was it just price?

[@Lucrativesoldier]

@@MrMarkmill I was torn between the two also, even with people recommending LP over Ready Lift. But the huge price difference is what made me take the chance on RL. The RL lift is pretty solid, with a pretty stock ride quality. Of course you can't swing corners as fast, but it still handles a swerve with good control. With all that said, I have yet to do some serious off-roading with the lift, so that could be where the story changes. I'll have to take her out soon, and put her thru the test.

[@zapfed]

Thanks for the video. I took your advice and put a blanket over the engine. I dropped the same white piece that you dropped. It fell through the hole created by folding the blanket around the hood prop rod! Of course it did! Fortunately, I was able to retrieve it by loosening the bottom shield and reaching in. I felt like a moron for not ensuring the blanket fit tightly around the hood prop rod. Anyway, mission accomplished.

[@Lucrativesoldier]

Lol it got you too. That thing is a PITA.😂. Glad you were able to find it, and get the job done. Thanks for watching and commenting. Welcome to the “Took longer than it should have crew”😂✌🏾

[@pcm7315]

The DYIer I can identity with. If the instructions say the install will take such-and-such a time, I know upfront I can double or triple that time. I felt like that was how it would go if I was installing that deflector.

[@Lucrativesoldier]

pc m lol right, you can always count on obstacles.😂

[@sony930z]

Nice and completely video Terry. I bought this deflector 1 week ago and dont have time and didnt know how to install. Today i will install the hood. Thanks!

[@Lucrativesoldier]

Christian Villavicencio thanks! Glad I could help. Feel free to reach out if you come across issues.👍🏾

[@sony930z]

@@Lucrativesoldier bad news :S, my hood deflex came back with other kit of screw for model 2004. Do you know if subaru only sell the kit for the installation?

[@Lucrativesoldier]

Christian Villavicencio oh no😩. Sorry to hear that. I think you should be able to get it online also. I only chose to get it from the dealer because it was about the same price as online, and I was able to pick it up same day. You have to pay real close attention when ordering online because even after putting in specific model info, they often show items that don’t fit your model.😒

[@jeffpless5036]

Dude, thank you so much for this video. I put the towel across the engine bay just like you said, but I still managed to lose a screw. Looked everywhere for an hour. Even used a metal detector and called for backup (wife). Nothing. Went to Subaru. They didn't have loose screws but could order me a kit for $50 which included the one screw that I needed. I then went to Advanced Auto and found a similar screw in a multi pack for $8. Installed, all good. 3 months later I find the missing screw. In the bottom of my stupid shoe (Croc). Ugh!!

[@Lucrativesoldier]

😂. This has to be the most problematic install. No matter how precautious we are, we still manage to loose pieces. $50??? That’s just ridiculous.🤢. Glad you found a cheaper option. Funny where we end up finding missing things sometimes.😂. Glad it eventually all worked out.👍🏾. Thanks for the story. It’s nice to be able to look back and laugh at our misery.😂

[@tuckersnedeker4689]

@@Lucrativesoldier I did the same thing losing a screw on a bug deflector for my FJ -- it's still there 8 years later missing a screw .... I will be installing one of these deflectors on my son's new pre-owned Forrester Sport this week and will be laying a "blanket over the engine. That will end the risk of my clumsiness. I am not saying your 🤫 clumsy but I definitely am! Thanks for the great and also honest video. The mistakes are as helpful as the advice as we all learn every day ... I am installing this just before his drive to TX for Air Force Intelligence officer training! I am also impressed by your ability to persist and find the lost part. I lose patience and just spend my way out of problems. I would have used a vacuum to suck it out after I found where it was.

[@Lucrativesoldier]

@@tuckersnedeker4689 Lol it seems to be inevitable. lol Glad I can be helpful. Im pretty sure I was trying to buy my way out of this problem, and the dealer told me only way to get a replacement was to purchase the whole kit again. Not me buddy. lol Congrats on the AF intelligence officer training. I was suppose to be a fighter pilot, but made some wrong turns fresh out of high school. Not sure why I waited so long, but now I've decided to get my private pilot License. Not the same, but I'll take it. lol Good luck on the install.👍

[@CrimsoNaga]

Terry, you're the man! I just picked this up today and came for an install video. Found yours. You've earned my like and subscribe.

[@Lucrativesoldier]

CrimsoNaga thanks, I appreciate it. Let me know how it goes.👍🏾

[@CrimsoNaga]

@@Lucrativesoldier with the heads up about the blanket, about an hour and 15 minute minutes. Didn't lose a screw though. Didn't have anything long enough to reach the hood to mark, so lots of lifting and resetting.

[@Lucrativesoldier]

CrimsoNaga glad I could help. Yeah it was hard getting the mark thru the hole with the marker I was using too. Probably why it was so hard for me to see the marks.😂

[@timothylopez4291]

Thanks for the vid. I actually thought the hood deflector is for protecting the front of the car from bugs so that it doesn't damage the paint of the front of the car. I do a lot of highway mileage driving with my '19 crosstrek. I was thinking of getting one. Not i'm not so sure lol.

[@Lucrativesoldier]

Thanks! Yeah personally I think it’s about the looks. I haven’t noticed any other difference.

[@SageLakshmi]

I've heard it helps deflect bugs as well but that's about it. Doesn't do anything for pebbles

[@jumper72]

Seen the crossbar in the back . What type of brand are they and how are they thru all the time you used them for .

[@Lucrativesoldier]

@@jumper72 they are Thule. The worked great, but I upgraded to the Prinsu roof rack system which allows me to carry a lot more without any issues.

[@robertfrazier9810]

Awesome video, I just used the video to put the shield on my 2022 Forester Wilderness 😊. Sorry you had so much trouble lol, that is definitely my luck and my life 😂. I appreciate you powering through it for the rest of us 👍😊👍😊👍

[@HIKETOGRAPHER]

Very informative! Thanks for sharing! I felt your pain in losing those parts!

[@Lucrativesoldier]

Thank you! Hope it helped you out. Yeah that was one of the moments that puts you on the edge of losing your marbles.😂

[@jamesdelso2966]

Don’t know how you figured out the horrible Subaru instructions they are going to get a email from me to make them better Thank you for the video it helped more than the Subaru instructions

[@Lucrativesoldier]

Thanks! Glad I could help. I agree those instructions are horrible. But glad you were able to get it done.👍🏾

[@williamjohnson650]

Thanks for the video Terry after long consideration I decided to return it just don’t want to take any chances with Eye Sight. Plus being in Canada sand & salt will sit here eating at my paint. Will look into 3M. Take care!

[@Lucrativesoldier]

Thanks! Sounds good. I haven’t had any eye sight issues, but like I said, in my opinion, it doesn’t seem to reduce bug or any other impact, so 3M is probably the better option since you’ll at least get protection on your hood. Especially dealing with a lot of sand and salt. I appreciate the view and comment. Good luck and let me know what you end up doing. Take care!✌🏾

[@dp5383]

Just did one of these on my crosstrek. Concept is the same. The hardest part is lining up the clips with the holes... even with marking the hood. And yes.... I also dropped a screw. 😐

[@JustMC2172]

Thanks for the video...noticed your crossbars. Which set did you get and are they quiet (from wind noise)? Thanks!

[@reyienal]

Fender flares? I been digging and searching for fender flares for a subaru forester sport 2020. Do you know of any?

[@Lucrativesoldier]

I haven’t looked. But the wilderness edition has them, so maybe you can get some from Subaru.🤷🏾‍♂️

[@elZeon]

Maybe a stupid question but does this hood protector help reduce the amount of bugs hitting the windshield in any way or it doesn't?

[@Lucrativesoldier]

Not a stupid question at all. Those are the claims, they make, but in my opinion, it does not reduce the amount of bugs that hit the windshield. Just got back from a little road trip last week and my windshield looked like it hit every big in its path. Lol

[@elizbeth8659]

Cool video. Keep them coming. I was thinking about installing sunroof deflector. Do you any opinions? I’m not asking for a video or anything. Just your thoughts.

[@Lucrativesoldier]

Thanks. I think you would probably benefit more from the sunroof deflector than the hood deflector. Im thinking it would cut down on wind noise at high speed with the sunroof open.

[@iitzaaron]

Thank you for the vid. I’m looking to buy this and install it after just purchasing a 2019 forester premium. Out of curiosity, do you see any possible long term or permanent damages such as tape residue or marks from the screws? Thank you again.

[@Lucrativesoldier]

You’re welcome! I haven’t removed mine, but there shouldn’t be any permanent damage from the install. If you decide to remove it, your hood should be as it was before the install.👍🏾

[@Herrdeskrieg]

I was worried tinting the windshield would effect the eagle eye system.

[@Lucrativesoldier]

No, I think it actually works better now. Sometimes it would deactivate if the sun was in just the right place. Now I haven't experienced that.

[@lodigoyoolodicelabibliapas8889]

Thank you for the video I took your advice and put a blanket down before I started and saved me some time because I dropped a couple of the screw's plural but thank you for the advice. 🙂🙂🙂

[@q2145]

Thanks for sharing. Very helpful

[@antoniolopez3871]

Where do you buy it

[@Lucrativesoldier]

Lol I said in the video. From my local Subaru dealer.

[@Gshev1288]

I saw online info about class action lawsuit against Subaru regarding cracks in windshield

[@Lucrativesoldier]

Miy Sadochok yes, in one of my earlier videos, I posted the info for filing a claim to get a recall going. Apparently the claims have helped. My windshield replacement appears to be better than the original windshield, so I’m happy.

[@lukasbabb8330]

@@Lucrativesoldier Did you still have to pay for the replacement? Mine randomly has a long crack in it with no evidence of a prior impact or even a chip! they are wanting to charge me $1100 to replace it mainly because they have to re calibrate the eye sight makes it so pricey. I made a complaint NHTSA, not sure if there is anything else to do.

[@Lucrativesoldier]

@@lukasbabb8330 contact Subaru USA. I had to jump thru a few hoops, but eventually the covered the replace my, which for me was $1400 I believe.

[@Maibot87]

How did you chrome delete your subie emblem?

[@Lucrativesoldier]

I used plastidip, but you can also use vinyl wrap. I think I’ll be redoing it soon with vinyl wrap for a different look.

[@Maibot87]

@@Lucrativesoldier could you please do a tutorial if you decide to vinyl wrap? You do great tutorials, helped me put my tow hitch on.

[@Lucrativesoldier]

@@Maibot87 definitely!👍🏾. Glad I can help, and I appreciate the comments and support.✌🏾

[@davec5436]

Excellent video! I think we all have lost a screw or fitting! Understand your frustration.

[@Lucrativesoldier]

Thanks! Lol yeah I guess it comes with the DIYing.😂

[@MrZeechJr]

Ok so ..felt so bad for ya I had to subscribe ..which I never do...but, thanks for the tips man. "I'm guessin we wanna go ahead and get the hood clean" Ty for the video!

[@Lucrativesoldier]

😂. Thanks I appreciate it!✌🏾

[@donyamuchi1312]

This is my 6th vehicle to have a bug/stone shield on it.....and this is by far the worst design and installation I have experienced....your video helped a lot....but Subaru needs a better design.

[@Lucrativesoldier]

Thanks for the comment. Good to know it wasn’t just me. This was my first, so I wasn’t quite sure what to expect. Thanks✌🏾

[@xlprincess123567]

Guess what already at 3400 miles on my forester touring 2020

[@Lucrativesoldier]

Girlsloveforcars it’s hard to keep the mileage down when you drive such a fun vehicle that can go everywhere.

[@xlprincess123567]

Terry Farmer absolutely. Went on small trips to the beach and to the zoo. There was a zoo where you can drive threw and it had some small off roading. But haven’t gone on any long trips yet. Probably next year. On October 3rd having the dealership install the window deflectors.

[@Lucrativesoldier]

Girlsloveforcars nice! Yeah we’ve been hitting some of the National parks, which have put on quite a bit of my mileage, but have been amazing. I figure I’d rather enjoy the vehicle putting mileage on, than being more concerned about mileage.

[@heliomartins8593]

Why the hell this kind of parts are prohibed in Europe ?

[@Lucrativesoldier]

Lol I can’t answer that. I can say it hasn’t been any type of safety hazard for me, so I really have no clue why it would be prohibited.🥺

[@heliomartins8593]

@@Lucrativesoldier please continue to give us that inspiration only you people from US have got. Grettings from Swiss.

[@Lucrativesoldier]

@@heliomartins8593 Thank you, I really appreciate it. Life has been busy, so I haven’t been able to get anything uploaded lately. But I have some vids in the works, so hopefully I’ll get them up soon.🤞🏾

[@jtwu8931]

Yo, bro. What does the deflector do? Noise? Protection? I am on my second windshield and I froze every time something make a contact. Does the ceramic coating help?

[@Lucrativesoldier]

Honestly, I think its just for looks. But I will say, I haven't had any windshield issues, since the last replacement. So not sure if its an improved windshield, or the result of adding the deflector. No audible change. Buy a windshield repair kit, and fill any chips when you get them. It will keep the windshield from cracking. And if you do a good job, you won't notice the chips in the windshield. The ceramic tint is on the inside of the windshield, so I don't think its helping in protecting the windshield, but I could be wrong. That is a good question...

[@WKaliberr]

Thanks for posting this!

[@Lucrativesoldier]

You’re welcome. Thanks for checking it out.✌🏾

[@waste55]

Does this allow water to flow underneath? Easy to clean underneath or do you remove each wash? Any other gotchas etc? Thanks!

[@Lucrativesoldier]

Water can flow under, but you can't really clean underneath it without removing it. you probably have about an inch of space between the hood and deflector. I haven't really cleaned underneath it, but I just looked and it needs it, so ill be doing it next wash. lol. And personally, I don't think there are really any benefits to having it installed. After a 1200 mile road trip, my windshield didn't look any better then my parents windshield without the deflector.

[@freedom_foz_6337]

Maaaaan been there the smallest things can make an easy job an all nighter... or not having the right tool and make a bunch of trips.

[@Lucrativesoldier]

D Subie lol that’s exactly how that night went. Misery. Lol

[@randycrawford293]

where is the link to printed instructions

[@Lucrativesoldier]

Just added the link in the description.👍🏾

[@bruceyyyyy]

Hey Terry, have you had any issues with Eyesight system from installing this? I know Subaru doesn't offer them on some models for this reason.

[@Lucrativesoldier]

No issues at all. Not sure why it would though.

[@bruceyyyyy]

@@Lucrativesoldier Good to know!

[@colt2206]

No way I am putting metal clips on my body paint cheesy tape or not. It’s definitely a no go on this option

[@lukasbabb8330]

Have these helped with windshield noise at all or general highway wind noise?

[@Lucrativesoldier]

I would say no. I haven’t noticed a difference. I was thinking about adding sound deadener, but that also adds a significant amount of weight.😒

[@lukasbabb8330]

@@Lucrativesoldier I added sound deadener to my doors, under my back bench seat and where the spare tire goes. Also sprayed a rubber liner in my wheel wells. resulted in like an 8% reduction in noise but big improvement in stereo quality and driving in gravel. The rubber liner helps the metallic clang on rocks hitting bear metal in wheel wells. I have a 2020 forester. Ideally would do the floors and ceiling but didn't wanna mess with taking all that apart lol.

[@Lucrativesoldier]

@@lukasbabb8330 so all in all do you feel it was worth it? I was going to do my doors when I had the panel off, but then didn’t really feel like it.😂

[@lukasbabb8330]

@@Lucrativesoldier I would say yes, as you know taking the door panels off is quick. overall to do the 4 doors, under the back seat which is easy to take off, and where the spare tire is it took me 2.5hrs and that's without ever having taken those things apart before. Only need about 20sq ft of sound deadening product to do all that. and if you are doing the rubber spray in wheel wells need 1 whole can of the 3M stuff for each wheel well to do 3 layers.

[@Lucrativesoldier]

@@lukasbabb8330 thanks for that info. I have sound deadener on hand but it’s pretty thick and is quite heavy. So I will have to see where I can shave some weight, so I’m not weighing the vehicle down.😒. Now, I have to decide if I’m going to wait for the weather to cool down, and just do it. Lol.

[@Amplifri3r]

Thanks for posting this! Appreciate it.

[@Lucrativesoldier]

You’re welcome! Glad I could help.👍🏾

[@leadsoplove]

Thanks for the video - about to tackle this myself. I hope to make all different mistakes than you did - really appreciate it!

[@kaosaechao5460]

Hey Terry have u seen any difference in heat reduction after installing tint to the windshield, has the tint effect your eyesight functionality?

[@Lucrativesoldier]

Kao Saechao definitely a reduction in heat. I went with a ceramic tint which blocks out more heat than regular tint. As for eyesight, it still functions as it should. No issues.👍🏾

[@raymndstannski3947]

On this video: 1st off i bought this hood protector for my 2021 forester, His is 2019. There is no video for a 2021 forester. I assumed it would be the same ''its not" its the same oem subaru number but its not the same application. The Grooves? are placed differant. This video leaves out crucial info on were exactly, certain clips go to adhere properly ! This is not a simple task and as he mentioned no instructions included and no video available for a 2021. He does give it a good attempt but? he's not very precise and refers to holes but actually grooves ! Im mechanically inclined and had to make several alterations due to the cheap plastic pieces and does not give "Any extra" when you drop them and cant find. Overall, it dresses up the hood but? very time consuming, and i purchased for 99.00 total which i would not spend a penny more for plastic hardware mainly, and a subaru decal.....

[@Lucrativesoldier]

@@raymndstannski3947 Thanks for the added info. I don’t think I got the Subaru sticker with mine.😒😂 I will say, mine is still on my hood, but not as secure when first installed. The center section no longer adheres to the hood, even after replacing the adhesive strips. So now when I get up to speeds, it’s sort of flapping around. I haven’t decided to remove it, but like you said, I don’t think I would pay for a new one.🤷🏾‍♂️

[@armandcatenaro1119]

Still can't find instructions....

[@Lucrativesoldier]

Try this. techinfo.subaru.com/stis/doc/accInstallGuide/E231SSJ000%20Hood%20Protector%202019%20Forester_Eng-Fr.pdf

[@17.06.Copper]

Respect to the black forester owners fam

[@Lucrativesoldier]

😎✌🏾

[@philosophyphil]

yoooo mydood..Forester’s Mtbs and ole school ya boii!

[@Lucrativesoldier]

Ha ha you know it!👍🏾✌🏾

[@travisrodgers7777]

Bro, I did the exact same thing just now, dropping the screw and backing into the engine bay. 😡😡😡 While trying to put it on in 110 degree Phoenix weather. I am absolutely livid.

[@Lucrativesoldier]

😩oh no…. They need to come up with a better setup, because this is happening to everyone, no matter how careful we’re being. And that 110 degrees isn’t helping. 🥵Lol. I hope you were able to find it and complete the install.

[@travisrodgers7777]

@@Lucrativesoldier I found it! So, if you put the white backing piece into the hood first, so easy! It clips in there and you can screw right into it. 😂🤦

[@Lucrativesoldier]

@@travisrodgers7777 lol thanks for that info. Hopefully others will see it, and save the headache. Actually, I’ll try to add it to the description.😁👍🏾

[@travisrodgers7777]

@@Lucrativesoldier Yes! Saved quite the headache! Glad I could assist and I hope it helps others! Thank you for the video. Made it incredibly simple once I got past that.

[@MrAndrewmoldenauer]

Thanks for the video Brother! Super helpful... ATTENTION: PUT A BLANKET OVER THE ENGINE BAY! DONT BE THE DUMB ASS I WAS, even after my wife suggested it! Luckily, I was able to locate both the screw and corner bracket relatively quick...! Thanks again for the help!

[@pauljames4523]

Have you been through a carwash yet?

[@Lucrativesoldier]

I have only taken my vehicle to a hand wash car wash. But I’m sure it wouldn’t be a problem going thru a mechanical wash.

[@shaneuddn]

This looks like a pain. But imma tough it through like you did

[@Lucrativesoldier]

lol that it is, but have you a drink on the ready, like most of us needed.😂. Good luck!

[@BigSlipGaming]

Happened to me

[@Lucrativesoldier]

Oh no! It will test your sanity. lol. Did you find it?

[@BigSlipGaming]

@@Lucrativesoldier I did! Dude I just completed it but let me tell you. I was kicking myself. I watched you do it. Said to myself “okay, don’t do that”. 10 seconds later I’m on my back smacking the skid plate to try a pop it out. Took a good 45 minutes

[@Lucrativesoldier]

@@BigSlipGaming 😂sorry you had to go thru it. It’s one of those things if you survive to tell about it, you can laugh about it. Glad you found it and got it done.👍🏾

[@thewiredfox2691]

That look in your eyes, "I'm going to go torture and dismember someone" because I have spent an hour looking for this plastic backer! Oh, man! You can see the struggle on your face! ~11min Keep it together, man! ;-p

[@Lucrativesoldier]

lol, yeah, it was one of those moments. Turned a simple 30 minute project into like 4 hours. lol. In the end, I was just happy to have found it. lol

[@jtwu8931]

The struggle is real, my brotha!

[@tx5libratx]

Thanks for the video, it gave me some idea on how to go about doing it, but it's excruciatingly hard to watch, if you send me a message i can tell you how i did it. I am not intending to open a KZbin channel so i don't need to keep it a secret.

[@StacieCarr72]

I agree I still can’t figure out how to install mine.

[@robertbellwood46]

I've got a better idea, don't buy a bonnet protector. The instructions are pretty poor and it's not a straight forward job getting it on. You are more likely to damage the paintwork than stones and bugs would.

[@robertbellwood46]

Waste of money. Very frustrating to install.