Removing Rubber Bumpers Behind Bug Shield - Diesel Forum

TurboTim · 02-20-2008, 10:18 PM

My old plastic Ford accessories bug shield has cracked so I bought a new Stampede plastic chrome shield to replace it. Looks pretty cool but when I went to install it I ran into a glitch.

The old Ford shield had rubber bumpers that affixed to the hood to prevent the shield from coming into contact with the hood. The new chrome shield is a lower profile unit and does not need the bumpers.

Does anyone have a technique, solvent, or other product they can recommend to remove those old rubber bumpers from my hood and not damage my truck's paint?

Thanks for the info.

Brian_444 · 02-21-2008, 01:10 AM

They should pull off pretty easily, then use something mild like WD-40 to get rid of the any left over adhesive. Just keep in mind this will also take off any sealant/wax, so when you are done make sure you go over that area again with sealant/wax/LSP of your choice.

HeavyDriver · 02-21-2008, 06:15 PM

If you have a heat gun, use it to soften the bumpers / adhesive. Careful not to bake the paint. It will bubble off if you don't pay attention. Then follow Brian 444's advice with solvent and rewax.

Meatco1 · 02-21-2008, 08:04 PM

A hair dryer will work fine for heating up the rubber, and it is not nearly as likely to bubble the paint.

Richard

phillbo · 02-21-2008, 08:09 PM

Hair dryer and some Goo B Gone... then wax.

High PSI · 02-22-2008, 03:02 PM

A hammer and chisel then alot of wax!