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Best RV Bumper Caps Ever? Probably Yes.

Upgrade Your Camper Plug!

I am so tired of my cheap plastic bumper plugs on my Grand Design travel trailer falling off while I’m going down the road! Do I really need to be wagging my crapper hose at passing traffic? No!

Now, I won’t be.

These bumper end caps are awesome. Solid metal with good construction, they’re easy to install and work a treat. Take a look.

Bumper Caps – https://amzn.to/3WdVEc0
Goo Gone – https://amzn.to/4bArwfq
Adhesive Remover – https://amzn.to/3Y3y2Ia

Cheap Amazon LED Hood Light Strip

Looks Cool but Will It Last?

These inexpensive scanning LED hood light bars are all over Amazon. They look pretty cool, but are they worth your hard earned money? Well, it depends of how much you care about the rule of cool, how much money you’re willing to throw away every year, and whether or not the product will last any meaningful amount of time.

My first one lasted 7 months. We’ll see how long this new one goes.

Products from the video:

Light Bar – https://amzn.to/3S0GvZb
Waterproof Connectors – https://amzn.to/4cAICLw
King Ranch Letters – https://amzn.to/4f8SsGb

Welcome back to Bullnose Garage! In this video, I’m giving you a long-awaited update on the condition of my 1985 Ford F-150 Bullnose after a few years of use and minimal maintenance.

I’ll take you on a detailed walkthrough, showing how the truck has held up after my DIY projects like tire lettering with a paint pen and the buff job I did on the paint. It’s been about three years since I last worked on these, so you’ll see the wear and tear that’s occurred over time—especially after being exposed to the harsh New Mexico sun without much protection.

Key Highlights:

• Tire Lettering: How well the white paint pen has held up after three years, and tips for maintaining the look.
• Paint Condition: A look at the current state of the truck’s paint job, including clear coat flaking and rust spots, plus lessons learned from the previous buffing.
• Future Plans: What’s next for the Bullnose, including the plan to eventually repaint the truck and bring it back to its former glory.

If you’re a fan of classic Ford trucks or just enjoy seeing how DIY projects stand the test of time, this video is for you. Don’t forget to check out my previous videos where I go into detail on the tire lettering and buffing process.

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See the video where I painted the tire letters white:    • How to Paint Tire Letters to Get That…  

See how I buffed the old paint to make it really shine:    • Buffing Old Paint and Peeling Clear C…  

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Headlight restoration doesn’t need to be complicated or expensive. Forget headlight restoration kits that promise pie-in-the-sky results. Do what I do and use some 2K clearcoat and some elbow grease! This is a simple DIY solution to faded, scratched, old, worn, cloudy, or otherwise junky headlight lenses.

I’m not working on the Bullnose this time, but I’m working on my 2007 F150. After years of neglect, the headlights were pretty hazy and gross, so I took care of that using some sandpaper and 2K Clear Coat. It’s pretty simple and only a little time-consuming. Anybody can do this in their garage or even their driveway if the weather is nice and you can leave your vehicle parked for about 24-48 hours. This will work on any car or truck with plastic headlight lenses.

Check it out!

2K Clearcoat – https://amzn.to/4cQCb6u
Sandpaper – https://amzn.to/3LbHjX1

Bringing out the shine on my old 35 year old paint was far easier than I thought it would be. All it took was a little time, elbow grease, a buffer, some pads, and some compound and my truck’s paint job went from dull and ugly to shiny and much less ugly!

Before I buffed the paint I had to make sure everything was clean, so I pressure washed, hand washed, and then used clay bar on the entire truck. Then I used a Harbor Freight buffing pad along with a Tacklife buffer and Meguire’s Ultimate Compound to achieve my paint correction. I’m thrilled with the results.

Once everything was done I put on some Turtle Wax Hybrid Solutions Ceramic Spray Coating. We’ll see how it holds up. I might do a video in the future discussing how it does over the course of a year. For more information on it or to see how it stacks up vs the competition, see Project Farm’s video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uYxKQwZah1s

The only part of the truck that I couldn’t really do anything with was the hood, but you’ll see that in the video. The paint there is just too far gone. I have a plan for that though in an upcoming video.

Update! See how the truck looks and how this job held up after three years in the harsh NM sun.
https://youtu.be/_WGbzezO_v8

Here’s the stuff I used to make this happen:
Buffer: https://amzn.to/3oWeeS8
Compound: https://amzn.to/3rAtTbx
Pads: https://bit.ly/3cThkDU
Ceramic Coating: https://amzn.to/3tBad9a

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Welcome back to Bullnose Garage! Today, I’m stepping away from the Bullnose Ford to give my wife’s 2013 Ford Explorer a custom upgrade by refurbishing the old steel rims. It all started with a missing hubcap after a trip to the Grand Canyon, but instead of replacing it, I saw an opportunity for some DIY customization.

In this video, I’ll show you how I transformed these faded rims into a sleek, blacked-out look reminiscent of a police vehicle. From prepping the rims with a wire wheel to applying primer, matte black paint, and a durable 2K clear coat, I cover every step of the process. I even add some custom center caps and trim rings to finish off the look.

Key Highlights:

• DIY Rim Refurbishment: A step-by-step guide to refurbishing and customizing steel rims using primer, matte paint, and 2K clear coat.
• Custom Center Caps: Learn how I adapted center caps from an older Explorer model to fit the 2013 Explorer.
• Trim Ring Installation: Why I love trim rings and how to install them for a polished finish.
• Spraymax 2K Clear Coat: Tips for using this professional-grade clear coat for a long-lasting, durable finish.

Whether you’re looking to restore your old rims or just want to add a custom touch to your vehicle, this guide will help you achieve professional-looking results right from your driveway.

Skip the trim rings if you want your Explorer to look like a cop car.

The whole process really was a piece of cake, and I’m really impressed at how easy the 2K clear was to apply and how awesome it ended up looking. I will definitely keep it in mind for the future of the Bullnose. I’ve got some ideas for places I can use a quick shot of clear coat.

It took about a can and a half of each type of paint, including the clear to get it where I wanted it.

You can replicate the look I got here by using the following stuff:

Primer: https://amzn.to/3c5MyYe​
Paint: https://amzn.to/2Y3OE2z​
2K Clear: https://amzn.to/2KLvCLm​
Center Caps: Part Number 1L24-1A096-HA (Find on eBay or salvage yard)
Lug Nuts: Dorman 99027.1 (Buy packs on eBay)
Trim Rings: https://amzn.to/3oiRDip

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