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Old Apr 8, 2010 | 07:19 AM
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Default Bug deflector

I know the design of our windshield kind of sucks with the angle of it. Over the past couple night I've noticed the excessive amount of bug guts all over it. I was wondering if anyone is running a bug defelctor and if you are can you tell any difference? If anyone has a pic of theirs I would love to the way it looks on the jk. Thanks.
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Old Apr 8, 2010 | 07:29 AM
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Look at a 3M clear bra. I have been extremely happy with my 3M clear bra works wonders on bugs, rock chips. I have it on my fenders, hood and front grill along with my fog lights and headlights....just wax the 3M clear tape bra every once and awhile and bugs are easily removed with warm water and a wash mitt.
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Old Apr 8, 2010 | 01:27 PM
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I have one on mine, and if it makes any diffrence as to the amount of bug guts, it is very slight.
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Old Apr 8, 2010 | 02:06 PM
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I found that it does not make a huge difference. Its just for looks. Not worth it unless you find a $100 bill on the ground to spend.
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Old Apr 8, 2010 | 02:59 PM
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dont waste ure money...

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Old Apr 8, 2010 | 03:52 PM
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I have one. Not sure how many bugs it keep off the windshield, but it definitely protects the leading edge of the hood from chips.



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Old Apr 17, 2010 | 06:55 PM
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I got a very cool bug deflector from Quadratec. The Bushwacker Trail Armor Hood Protector. It is only to protect the leading edge of the hood from chipping away. I doubt it deflects stuff away from the windscreen/shield. This design hugs the hood, and is held on with 3M tape, very securely I might add.

They accidentally sent me two in the shipment.
If anybody is interested, I'm selling the other for $90+ $10 shipping.
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Old Apr 17, 2010 | 07:32 PM
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Just saw one on craigslist in Atlanta for $60, new in box, mopar brand.
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Old Apr 18, 2010 | 02:37 AM
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Originally Posted by SunBurstRubi
I got a very cool bug deflector from Quadratec. The Bushwacker Trail Armor Hood Protector. It is only to protect the leading edge of the hood from chipping away. I doubt it deflects stuff away from the windscreen/shield. This design hugs the hood, and is held on with 3M tape, very securely I might add.

They accidentally sent me two in the shipment.
If anybody is interested, I'm selling the other for $90+ $10 shipping.
I've got the same one. I never liked the idea of a bug deflector on a Wrangler. it just didn't look good, however the one you're talking about looks great, at least I think so. The material it's made of matches the fenders nicely. Can't say whether it has a great effect on bugs, but last time I drove up to Cabela's, I had less bugs on the windshield then I did without the deflector. Maybe just less bugs. It does protect the front from chips though, as does the rear cargo protector that comes with it.
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Old Apr 18, 2010 | 04:12 AM
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I just installed the bushwacker trail armor as well . I really like the look. Have the jeep since June and have 3 glass claims in already, NY highways, Hey its worth a try, If anything it looks cool ,it matches the fenders and bumper to a tee like lorrel said
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