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shipbldr
09-25-2005, 07:10 PM
Real simple:

Buy them before going off road.

This weekend was my first time out using them.

The shield on the passenger side caught a log... got totally chewed to hell... and left the paint underneath unscratched.

Tragedy prevented.

My 2 cents...

shipbldr
09-25-2005, 07:10 PM
Real simple:

Buy them before going off road.

This weekend was my first time out using them.

The shield on the passenger side caught a log... got totally chewed to hell... and left the paint underneath unscratched.

Tragedy prevented.

My 2 cents...

CslRkH2
09-25-2005, 09:15 PM
Does anyone make some that cover the top of the doors and the front quarters?

mstams
09-25-2005, 09:46 PM
You can use the included spare material along with extra tape for the top of the doors. Purchase a Colgan full bra for the hood and front quarters. I did and it works great!!

Here's a link for the bra info:

http://elcova.com/groupee/forums/a/tpc/f/5106011751/m/2731080121/r/8541032121#8541032121

h2co-pilot
09-25-2005, 09:51 PM
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by CslRkH2:
Does anyone make some that cover the top of the doors and the front quarters? </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

We normally use painters tape and another kind, hopefully the boys will help you with the name.http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif

We tape the shields for extra protection so a branch doesn't catch and lift them up or off. Then just extend the tape up around the windows etc.. I am unsure whether shields are manufactured for those areas or not. You could always make a template and cut a magnet sheet yourself, but the tape works fine.http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif

Shields are awesome:

http://www.h2source.com/201-133-1.htm

CslRkH2
09-25-2005, 10:10 PM
I didn't know you also had to tape the shields on (or should to make sure the stay put). I guess if you're already taping, then also taping the top of the doors isn't a big deal. Maybe I'll look for some tape that matches the truck (DS) a little better than the blue. Thanks!

mstams
09-25-2005, 10:26 PM
Frost King clear weatherseal tape works the best. It's clear and won't leave anything on the paint.

http://elcova.com/groupee/forums/a/tpc/f/5106011751/m/2731080121/r/2571014121#2571014121

CslRkH2
09-25-2005, 10:34 PM
Clear..Nice. Is this usually available at places like the Depot or Lowes?

Dan
09-25-2005, 10:56 PM
Taping the shields is mostly to keep them from blowing off on the highway. There are tons of scratches on mine, they are sooooo worth it!

Joe
09-25-2005, 11:03 PM
wonder if those shields would have helped me avoid having my antenna ripped off on that tree http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif nah, probably not.

mstams
09-25-2005, 11:18 PM
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by CslRkH2:
Clear..Nice. Is this usually available at places like the Depot or Lowes? </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

I've only found it online at a couple of places...

http://castlewholesalers.com/searchresultskywd.cfm?searchby=keywords&phrase=Weatherseal%20Tape

http://doityourself.com/store/u174649.htm

KenP
09-26-2005, 03:49 AM
Honestly, we found that stealing Oldhiker's idea and using the painter's tape worked fine. It will, however, come off after long periods of getting wet. Mine did not come off and had no problems with it after wheeling in mud and driving 6 hours home.

BTW, it removed easier than the Frost King. If you leave the FK on too long it will leave residue. Also, the FK may cause the paint to haze as it did on ours in a couple of small places.

The FK is more durable and will not pull off or tear as easily. But we had no problems with the blue tape.

DennisAJC
09-26-2005, 04:04 AM
Ken,

I'll bring you some vynil tape that's just sick!

Super strong, no residue even during high temp, but only comes in red or blue.

KenP
09-26-2005, 04:07 AM
I like red. http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_mad.gif

NJ H2
09-26-2005, 04:08 AM
Walmart just got Frost King tape back in. I think only carry for the winter months.

KenP
09-26-2005, 04:13 AM
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by NJ H2:
Walmart just got Frost King tape back in. I think only carry for the winter months. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>That would explain why I've never found it around here, yet Dan has it year round up there. It's all about the weather. Thanks Joe. http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif

h2co-pilot
09-26-2005, 10:05 AM
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by KenP:
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by NJ H2:
Walmart just got Frost King tape back in. I think only carry for the winter months. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>That would explain why I've never found it around here, yet Dan has it year round up there. It's all about the weather. Thanks Joe. http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

It's "JIM" Ray, Jim! http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_mad.gif

KenP
09-26-2005, 01:08 PM
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by h2co-pilot:
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by KenP:
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by NJ H2:
Walmart just got Frost King tape back in. I think only carry for the winter months. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>That would explain why I've never found it around here, yet Dan has it year round up there. It's all about the weather. Thanks Joe. http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

It's "JIM" Ray, Jim! http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_mad.gif </div></BLOCKQUOTE>Damn. Sorry Jim. Didn't I do that before? I suck. http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_frown.gif

KenP
09-26-2005, 01:09 PM
It's JIMSKI. http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

mstams
09-26-2005, 02:57 PM
Only thing -- I really got laughed at with the blue painter's tape at Kinzalow's...

NJ H2
09-26-2005, 04:00 PM
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by KenP:
It's JIMSKI. http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

That's it!! It's down the Well for Lidia! http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

KenP
09-26-2005, 05:49 PM
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by mstams:
Only thing -- I really got laughed at with the blue painter's tape at Kinzalow's... </div></BLOCKQUOTE>I put a diagonal blue stripe on the sides of mine to differentiate it from OldHiker's rig. Now the jeep guys think all blue striped H2's have LPE engines. They didn't laugh. http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_cool.gif

mstams
09-26-2005, 10:36 PM
The only reason I worry about the paint is for resale. I have this nasty habit of trading about once a year...

KenP
09-27-2005, 02:46 AM
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by mstams:
The only reason I worry about the paint is for resale. I have this nasty habit of trading about once a year... </div></BLOCKQUOTE>Hell, I just don't want to deal with buffing the scratches. Besides, our truck is bery purdy. http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

HummerNewbie
09-27-2005, 10:24 AM
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by KenP:
Besides, our truck is bery purdy. http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

But your new avitar is FUGLY http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_eek.gif

KenP
09-27-2005, 06:45 PM
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by HummerNewbie:
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by KenP:
Besides, our truck is bery purdy. http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

But your new avitar is FUGLY http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_eek.gif </div></BLOCKQUOTE>Talk about Butt Ugly! Don't worry, you know it'll change. http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_razz.gif I have to keep it cool so some of the H3er's don't complain to any of the mods. http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_mad.gif

HummerNewbie
09-27-2005, 06:47 PM
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by KenP:
Talk about Butt Ugly! Don't worry, you know it'll change. http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_razz.gif I have to keep it cool so some of the H3er's don't complain to any of the mods. http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_mad.gif </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

I look forward to the change http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

I think the real complainers have left the building http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif

KenP
09-27-2005, 06:51 PM
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by HummerNewbie:
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by KenP:
Talk about Butt Ugly! Don't worry, you know it'll change. http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_razz.gif I have to keep it cool so some of the H3er's don't complain to any of the mods. http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_mad.gif </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

I look forward to the change http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

I think the real complainers have left the building http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif </div></BLOCKQUOTE>Like it? http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_razz.gif

HummerNewbie
09-27-2005, 06:58 PM
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by KenP:
Like it? http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_razz.gif </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Go back!!!!GO BACK!!!! http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_eek.gif
Oh no...don't go back...JUST DELETE http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_eek.gif

http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif