AVS "Bugflector II," 2021 RAM 2500.

[Dan M.]

Just finished installing my bug deflector on my new 2021 RAM 2500. It only took me 3 tries to get my hood to close. HA!

This is what worked for me and the installation was a breeze and it looks great on the truck. I went to my local AutoZone store and bought a package of #8-18x3/4 body trim screws part #455800, it may take 2 packs since they only come 5 screws to a package and you need 6 screws for install. These screws work way better then the plastic ones provided in the installation kit and they really suck the lower inside lip of the bug guard up to the underside of hood. Using the included plastic grommets and continue following the installation directions. Basically, just substituting metal screws for the plastic ones.

Here is what I did to get my to my hood to close. All I did was remove the latch hook bracket on the upper side of hood, 2 1/2" bolts, then I added 2 space washer on each bolt between the bracket and underside of hood. This will lower the hook enough for the latch to engage. A slight adjustment on the hood stops, just a bit lower, and you are back on the road.

I hope this helps save anyone the aggravations of what I went through the first 2 attempts of install. Matching AVS window louvers and bug guard, lookin' good!

 

[Firebird]

Pics?

 

[cmh2007]

Just finished installing my bug deflector on my new 2021 RAM 2500. It only took me 3 tries to get my hood to close. HA!

This is what worked for me and the installation was a breeze and it looks great on the truck. I went to my local AutoZone store and bought a package of #8-18x3/4 body trim screws part #455800, it may take 2 packs since they only come 5 screws to a package and you need 6 screws for install. These screws work way better then the plastic ones provided in the installation kit and they really suck the lower inside lip of the bug guard up to the underside of hood. Using the included plastic grommets and continue following the installation directions. Basically, just substituting metal screws for the plastic ones.

Here is what I did to get my to my hood to close. All I did was remove the latch hook bracket on the upper side of hood, 2 1/2" bolts, then I added 2 space washer on each bolt between the bracket and underside of hood. This will lower the hook enough for the latch to engage. A slight adjustment on the hood stops, just a bit lower, and you are back on the road.

I hope this helps save anyone the aggravations of what I went through the first 2 attempts of install. Matching AVS window louvers and bug guard, lookin' good!

Im having serious issues with mine as well. Need some pics to compare

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[Dan M.]

Sorry CMH,

Unfortunately, I did not take pictures of my install procedure and it has been a while now since the installation of my AVS bug shield. Hopefully, with this delayed post, you have got everything installed and rolling down the road with your new AVS accessories installed.

I also had to modify my AVS front window rain guards as well. My front windows didn't want to seat properly when rolled up so I had to snip a bit off of the corners. The back windows guards went in perfectly.

Good Luck!

 

[cmh2007]

Sorry CMH,

Unfortunately, I did not take pictures of my install procedure and it has been a while now since the installation of my AVS bug shield. Hopefully, with this delayed post, you have got everything installed and rolling down the road with your new AVS accessories installed.

I also had to modify my AVS front window rain guards as well. My front windows didn't want to seat properly when rolled up so I had to snip a bit off of the corners. The back windows guards went in perfectly.

Good Luck!

So some closure. I sent some pics to avs and they said it was defective from the factory. They told me that it should bolt up and the hood close without any modifications

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[Grey beard]

I also had issues with the provided hardware for my AVS bug deflector II. Dan M was spot on. I went to Auto Zone, picked up the same screws and installation was a breeze after that.
I did take a pair of wire cutters and snip off the sharp end of the screws just to make sure it didn't do any damage to the underside of the hood. I used the original flange base but replaced the plastic screws with the auto zone screws and it worked great. It has a very secure and tight fit. Not worried at all that it may come loose. I found it easier to start the screw through the seal and thread the flange nut on a bit and then insert it through the bug deflector into the hood
I have pics of the original and AZ hardware with the flange base and plastic screw for comparison, the AZ packaging, and a close up and regular view of the install on the hood seal.