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2017-2019
Ford F250, F350
Front BumperShellz™ Installation Guide

​Predicted Installation Time: 30-45 minutes

Items Included

• Side Covers: 2
• Center Cover: 1
• Pre-Installed 3M tape
• 2 Adhesion Promoter Packets

Tools Required

• Isopropyl Alcohol/clean rags
• Socket/Wrench
• ​Needle Nose Pliers
• Plastic (non-scratch) pry tool
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Before You Get Started...

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Warm surfaces and 3M tape with heat gun if ambient temperature is below 68 degrees F
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Any Modification or unintended use will void the manufacturers warranty
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A dry fit of all pieces must be performed before the final installation of the product to ensure fit
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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

The degree to which you follow these preparation instructions will determine the quality of the installed product.  Please follow all instructions and be patient.  If you are unsure of any area of the installation after reading these instructions, please call us at 844-918-3688, and we will answer any questions that you have.

Installation

NOTE: Dry-Fit all BumperShellz pieces to their specific locations BEFORE removing ANY of the red backing strips from the tape. Make sure all pieces are correct, i.e., you have received all pieces shown above, color/pattern is correct, and that all are undamaged. There should not be any (or extremely minimal) bumper surface visible once the bumper cover is placed on the bumper. Dry Fitting is also good practice for lining up each piece and guiding it into place, visualizing how to do it when the backing strips are removed and the tape is STICKY. Note that once the backing is removed, we cannot give full credit for return.
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1. Remove all lower trim bolts that connect the plastic lower valance to the bumper.
(note) some additional trim may need to be removed temporarily to be able to access all the bolts required for the detachment of the lower valance.
2. Ensure the bumper is clean and free of debris. Use Isopropyl rubbing alcohol to free the bumper surface of any chemicals or soap residue that may limit the effectiveness of the 3M tape.  Wipe the adhesion promoter towel along all areas of the bumper where the 3M tape will be contacting.
3. Begin by installing the side sections of the front cover. Peel back 1-2 inches of the red backing to the 3M strip that runs along the top edge. Tape this to the front surface of the cover using masking tape for later access. Remove red backing of other tape sections completely.
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4. Wrap the front side cover around the corner of the bumper starting with the corner by the wheel well and moving toward the center of the bumper.  Be sure to not put pressure on the 3M tape areas before you are satisfied with its position, and the screw holes on the bottom of the cover are correctly aligned.
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5. Once satisfied with the position of the cover, begin peeling back the red backing that you taped to the front of the part to allow it to adhere to the bumper surface.  Keep the cover held in position as you do this.  When finished, begin putting firm pressure on the areas of the cover where the 3M tape is contacting the bumper surface.
6. Repeat steps 3-5 on the opposite side.
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7. Peel back 1-2 inches of the red backing on the tape that runs along the sides of the center cover, as well as the strips of tape that run closest to the center opening, and tape section to the front side for later use.  Completely remove red backing to 3M tape for all sections NOT indicated in the image below.
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(note) If your bumper includes a license plate bracket, slip the lower lip in between the inside bracket and the bumper before attempting step 8.
8. The middle section should be roughly centered on the bumper.  Begin tucking the top flange of the cover underneath the upper abrasion pad using a few plastic trim tools/credit cards, to help guide the cover as it slips into place.  Again, do not allow the exposed tape to touch down until you are completely satisfied that the cover is centered, and is positioned correctly.
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9.  While holding the center cover in position, pull back on the red strips that were taped to the front surface of the part in step “7” to expose the 3M tape.  As these sections are removed, put firm pressure on the taped areas to bond the cover to the bumper surface.
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10.  All the sections of the BumperShellz should now be fully installed.  Put firm pressure once again on all areas where the 3M tape is contacting the bumper to ensure proper adhesion. 
11.  Replace the lower valance, and any other hardware or trim that was removed during the installation process.
​12.  Wait 48 hours before taking your vehicle through automated car washes or driving on the highway.  Reapply pressure to all taped areas 24 hours after the initial installation.
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.

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