Hood protector/air deflector

[JCBERB]

Originally Posted by Alx

I am late here, but DON'T get one of these. They will do more harm than good, unless the design has significantly changed. The metal clips wil rust onto your paintwork, and the acrylic guard will rub and mark your bonnet/ hood (the corners) and grille. Buy some touch up paint and fill stone chips as they occur. You will be better off in the long run.

And don't bother with the headlight protectors - total waste of money. Polycarbonate headlights are nearly indestructible.

Hood deflector comes with 3m strips that you apply over contact areas prior to installing.

Poly carbonate lights may be nearly indestructible but another advantage to the film is protection from hazing and scratches for those that care.

I had them installed on my last cars headlights were brand new after five years.

[RJM]

Our 2001 Outback that came with a bug delfector installed. Once the mounting broke and I removed the said deflector I have not noticed and more or less bugs being deflected. I believe it to be a useless item.

[jtkkz]

I am trying to install a hood protector, but instruction #3 seems to be a pain... I cant seem to get the white plastic piece to stay .... not sure if I am doing it right.....

may need help

[jtkkz]

All done and installed , was able to search for better instructions in this forum....

[subarman]

Does the hood protector have any effect on improving mileage by diverting the air?

[Wagondude]

No. It is an added peice of drag inducing plastic. Expect a drop in MPG.