HacksawMark

Trying install the bug deflector; the plastic rivets they supplied are not long enough to secure the deflector to the hood. Frustrating! Going to auto parts store to see if I can find something that will work. Otherwise, I'll be sending it back.

HacksawMark

Okay figured out the bug deflector. Also installed a Dee Zee Tailgate Assist.

Gunnut45

What did you use for your bug deflector? I had a similar issue with mine.

HacksawMark

I was trying to use the rivets through the hood seal and figured out that you can attach the deflector by sliding the tabs under the seal and attaching directly to the hood.

HacksawMark

Installed some XML LED bulbs for the low beams and a 3000 lumen LED kit for the fogs yesterday; both from 4X4TruckLEDS.com. The install was simple enough. Went through the wheel well. I used someone's suggestion to turn the wheel out instead of in. Seemed easier to access IMO. The only struggle I had was putting the rubber boots on since you can only do it with one hand. The first one I probably spent a half hour trying to figure it out. Then I realized if I turned the boot inside out, it makes it easier to flip it on there. Second one only took me about a minute to get it on securely.

The fogs are much brighter than stock OEM. I went with the yellow tint and they look great. The headlights are like a night and day difference. I had to adjust them down a little to match the level of the stock halogens. Will try to post some pics in the next day or so.

I spent a lot more time on the truck today than I wanted to. Took a trip to the grocery store prior to the install to pick up some provisions. Decided to get some red wine since I was grilling some steaks for dinner. Placed everything on the floor in the back seat. During a turn, I heard a strange clunk and I immediately thought that as long as I didn't smell the wine I would be fine. As soon as I thought that, the smell of red wine filled the cabin. The wine bottle broke and it all drained out. Spent two hours cleaning that up.