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BUG DEFLECTOR-GOOD OR BAD IDEA

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by gts1096, May 5, 2021.

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  1. May 5, 2021 at 12:09 PM
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    gts1096

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    Thinking about adding a bug deflector to my 2020 TRD OR. Any opinions on effectiveness and/or brand. Before the "will look like an old man truck" comments, I'm an old man, so......
     
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  2. May 5, 2021 at 12:31 PM
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    I did :D

    It really has no protection for the shroud, however my garage is so tight that it gives me a better idea exactly where the front end is as the center is up just a tad. my last three vehicles I installed an AVS ( https://www.autoventshade.com/ ) brand no drill and done in less then 10min. :thumbsup:

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  3. May 5, 2021 at 12:38 PM
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    Mine has saved the front of my hood for many rock chips.

    Either use a "bug shield," or get the 3m protective film IMHO
     
    Sand_In_My_Taco, May 5, 2021
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  4. May 5, 2021 at 12:38 PM
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    Aqualoon

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    I don't see the purpose of a bug deflector. I live out in the corn fields in Minny and I get a ton of bugs hitting my windshield full on, a deflector isn't going to do anything for it. When my windshield looks too gory I then take it in for a wash (usually only takes a week).
     
    Aqualoon, May 5, 2021
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  5. May 5, 2021 at 12:42 PM
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    De Taco

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    Just had a flash back of going around Mille Lacs when the Mayfly's hatch :eek:
     
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  6. May 5, 2021 at 12:44 PM
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    Minny Taco For the Horde!

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    I had one on my 2001 Taco and all the POS did was collect leaves, sticks, and the little helicopter seed things. The front lip of the hood was in worse shape than if I would've never put it on.
     
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  7. May 5, 2021 at 12:53 PM
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    I have one on mine. I live in the desert though, so not many bugs. It does prevent annoying rock chips though. I went with AVS as well. No drilling required and took about 5 minutes to install.

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  8. May 5, 2021 at 1:04 PM
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    Waste of freaking money! And they look like shit too.
     
    Buck Henry, May 5, 2021
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  9. May 5, 2021 at 2:01 PM
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    Useless but they look cool, to some.
     
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  10. May 5, 2021 at 2:53 PM
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    I have an AVS aeroskin II.
    Since I've had it on, I have had zero rock chips. I usually got about 4 a year. I've had this for 3 years with no issues. I also like that it is a matte black and is textured so it matches my black trim.
    It's not a look for everyone, but I am happy not having to replace my windshield once a year.

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  11. May 5, 2021 at 3:01 PM
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    Thanks for the replies, most of them.
     
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  12. May 5, 2021 at 4:08 PM
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    NinGee87, did that one install with tape or hardware? I like the looks of it.
     
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  13. May 5, 2021 at 4:12 PM
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    Boy that looks great!
     
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  14. May 5, 2021 at 4:40 PM
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    I have one. Like the way it looks and DEFINITELY stops rock chips around the front edge of the hood. Haters are silly. Buy one OP.

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  15. May 5, 2021 at 4:42 PM
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    What model is it ? Blends in nicely
     
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    Shit, idr. 43$ one on rockauto tho. AVS but unsure on model.
     
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    I find it amusing that people ask for opinions here and then get irked when they get one that is not what they wanted to hear. Gotta love the interweb!
     
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    Welcome to life

    people don’t want opinions. They want affirmations
     
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    That is nice.

    I like the look. I get worried it would rub at some mount point and damage paint.

    You are much better off going some like this

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    Haha those eyelashes creep me out. I haven't seen those in awhile!
     
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