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Hood bug defelctor for 2017 Tacoma

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by eagleguy, Feb 3, 2018.

  1. Feb 3, 2018 at 1:19 PM
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    eagleguy

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    I know the placement of a hood bug deflector on the 2016+ model can look weird because of the grill and hood set back. Does anyone have photos or a recommendation for one that looks good? I want access underneath to wax and easy mount.
     
  2. Feb 4, 2018 at 5:56 AM
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    Ballinbosox

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    I have the AVS Bugflector 2 and it is pretty big so it may not be the best option for waxing underneath but it looks good and has worked well too.
     
  3. Feb 22, 2018 at 6:08 PM
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    Here is my AVS Bugdefector II. Has been on my rig for nine months. Love it!3B6C82D2-9AA0-44A4-A1F2-EF4578DE7C85.jpg
     
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  4. Feb 22, 2018 at 6:35 PM
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    How does it mount and is it off the hood enough to clean or wax the paint underneath?
     
  5. Feb 22, 2018 at 7:06 PM
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    The-Stig

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    Do bug deflectors actually work, or do they just ruin the look of the truck? IMHO they look terrible, I'd rather have the entire truck covered in bugs than have a bug deflector.
     
  6. Feb 25, 2018 at 7:00 AM
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    Doublenickel

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    I also like the look, but I am going for a black on blue theme and this works for me. I mostly hate the paint chips that are inevitable without one.
     
  7. Feb 25, 2018 at 7:03 AM
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    Tehkoema

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    Gives off a 90's look. I don't hate it but I'm not running out to buy one either.
     
  8. Feb 25, 2018 at 7:29 AM
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    Matte black egr12C50E2E-67BF-4638-AB36-5339F9A12518.jpg
     
  9. Mar 2, 2018 at 6:33 PM
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    Doublenickel

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    Does this attach with tape or screws under hood? Can I ask where you found it? Thanks.
     
  10. Mar 2, 2018 at 7:08 PM
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    Fitzpatrick78

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    Screws under hood EGR matte black from realtruck.com
     
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