Items Included

• Center BumperShellz™ Cover
• Two lengths of "Blackout Tape"

Tools Required

• Isopropyl Alcohol/clean rags

Before You Get Started...

Warm surfaces and 3M tape with heat gun if ambient temperature is below 68 degrees F

Any Modification or unintended use will void the manufacturers warranty

A dry fit of all pieces must be performed before the final installation of the product to ensure fit

Products cannot be returned for a full refund after the red backing to the 3M tape is removed

Paint Preparation Instructions Link

If you ordered the "Paintable" version, click on the instructions link above for paint prep, and trim installation instructions.

Preparation

Clean the Bumper and Installation area thoroughly.  Even residue from soap can affect the adhesion of the tape, so be sure to wipe all areas where tape will come in contact with the bumper with isopropyl alcohol.

Installation

1. Apply included “gap tape”, at your discretion, along the side edges of the center bumper section at the seam with the corner bumper pieces

2. Remove the red backing from the 3M tape strips.  Foam strips along the forward edge remain in place. 

3. Being careful not to let the tape touch down on the bumper surface, start from either the left or right side of the bumper by tucking the leading edge under the grill and butting the edge trim against the OEM corner plastic bumper. Continue across the bumper to the other side, lightly tucking the top of the cover under the grille area.

4. Align the front, vertical surface, such that the lower flange tucks into the seam between the bumper and the lower trim, being careful to minimize contact of the tape with the bumper.

5. Ensure that the bumper cover is properly positioned.  (There should be no, or very little bumper surface visible at this point).  Re-adjust, as necessary.

6. When satisfied with the position of the BumperShell, begin putting firm pressure on the taped areas of the cover. Start with the vertical surface, leaving the tape on the top surface for last. This will allow for easier installation of the BumperShellz.

7. Finally, put firm pressure and the taped areas on the top of the bumper cover, near the grill, to finish the attachment process. The tape spans the entire width of the cover below, and slightly forward of the grill. 

NOTE for Maximum Adhesion: The acrylic foam tape used to adhere your BumperShellz is “pressure sensitive”, so making sure there is sufficient pressure applied to each of the taped areas is vital to achieve optimum adhesion of your BumperShellz™ to your bumper.  It is also recommended that you come back a few hours later, or the next day, to give each BumperShellz piece another pressure rub to ensure the best adhesion. Allow the tape adhesive to set up for at least 24 hours before washing your truck. Maximum adhesion is reached after 3-5 days in temperatures above 70 degrees, longer if it is cooler. Once the adhesive has fully bonded to a properly prepared bumper surface, it is nearly impossible to remove the BumperShellz without damaging them. Please refer to “removal instructions” in the BumperShellz FAQ section on the website, should removal be necessary. 

Care for your BumperShellz™

Care for your BumperShellz™ like you would any fine paint finish.   Use high quality cleaning products designed specifically for car care.

Gloss finishes: Oftentimes, minor scratches can be buffed out on the gloss finishes.  Rubbing compounds can be used with a mechanical buffer, for deeper scratches.
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Matte finishes are much more susceptible to abrasions, leaving a "glossy sheen" on the finish, which are generally permanent.  Do not attempt to buff out scratches/abrasions on your matte finish, as this will generally make the damage worse.  Avoid excessive friction when trying to remove anything stuck to the matte finish surface and keep cleaning rags/water clean and abrasive free.  Abrasive brush-type car washes are not recommended, as they can abrade the Matte finish.  Brushless car washes are acceptable.