Items Included
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Tools Required• Isopropyl Alcohol/clean rags
• Plastic (non-scratch) pry tool |
Before You Get Started...
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
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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.
1. Remove plastic clips from bumper center.
2. Use a plastic non-scratching pry tool to remove the fog lamp bezel and the center bumper plastic trim. Insert the tapered end of you pry tool behind the edges of the center tow hook/center cover and begin to pry. You should see sections begin to disengage where plastic tabs with attached metal clips slip past their slots in the bumper. If any metal clips detach from their plastic tabs, be sure to replace them. Repeat this process with the fog lamp bezels.
3. 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.
INSTALLING SIDE OVERLAY SECTIONS
4. Begin by installing the side sections of the front cover. Peel off the red backing to the 3M tape.
5. Wrap the front side cover around to the corner of the bumper. The top edge of the Shell might get caught by the gasket that sits on top of the bumper. Use your trim tool to create a little space to allow the Shell to slide firmly against the bumper.
6. Make sure the side cover is properly positioned including the areas around the fog lamp before applying pressure to the 3M tape
7. Repeat steps 4-6 on the opposite side.
INSTALLING CENTER OVERLAY SECTION
8. Now begin the installation of the Center Section. Peel all the backing completely to all of the interior pieces of 3M tape. On all perimeter sections of tape. Peel and tape the first 1" of backing to the 3M tape to the front for easy access later. Refer to the images below for instruction.
9. Place the overlay on the bumper. The edges of the center section should be overlapping the edges of the side covers you have installed. After you are satisfied with its position, put pressure on the areas of tape on the interior of the part where all of the backing to the 3M tape has been removed.
10. Now, carefully pull on the exposed areas of red backing you taped to the front surface during step 8 all around the perimeter.
11. If you have protective film installed on your bumper shells, peel up the edges where the plastic trim will be installed to keep it out of the way for easy removal at the end of the process.
12. Begin replacing all plastic trim you removed at the beginning of the installation. Keep in mind that due to the additional thickness of plastic it might take some firm taps to get the metal clips to seat back into the bumper.
NOTE: If the fog lamp bezels do not reseat after firm taps, you may need to reposition them to account for the thickness of the overlay. Follow the instructions below.
NOTE: If the fog lamp bezels do not reseat after firm taps, you may need to reposition them to account for the thickness of the overlay. Follow the instructions below.
Instructions for Adjusting Metal Clips on Fog Lamp Bezels
12.a. Identify the metal bumper attachment clips.
12.b. The image below on the left shows what your clips might look like before adjustment. Notice how the bottom of the clip is all the way at the bottom of the tab. You're going to want to adjust it up away from the base of the tab until it looks like the image on the right.
12.c. To achieve the desired spacing, use a small flat head screwdriver to rock the metal clip from side to side, slowly moving it up the tab. Continue shifting it up as high as possible while still ensuring the teeth of the metal clip are seated in the plastic tab.
The Finale
13. 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. Rem
14. 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.
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.
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.
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.