Protection from Rock Dings

JohnnySarjono

What have people done to protect there TABs from rocks being kicked back from the tow vehicle?

Jilong

I was thinking of getting some mudflaps for my Highlander before my next trip.

Marceline

I've towed many miles and haven't had this happen. What is your tow vehicle and what kinds of roads are you traveling on?

gulfarea

I have had this also happen, wish the aluminum diamond shield went up further. I was hit by a stone thrown from a car on the oncoming lane so mud flaps on my tow would not have helped at all! Wonder if anyone has replaced the diamond shield with one that goes up taller? Art

YanniLazarus

I added mud flaps to my RAV4.  No more rock dents and way less mud on my 320.

manyman297

I actually purchased some Suntek PPF (paint protection film) off of eBay and applied it to the left and right areas of the front of our 400 up to the top of the front window. I think this has helped avoid any more dings (I had a few which prompted me to install this). The hardest part is creating the templates. From there it's just a matter of spraying a soapy solution and putting the film on...a little tricky but not that hard. 

I've also applied it to the front window...the only downside is the reduction in clarity in the window. Things just appear more mottled...not a huge deal but if you're sensitive to this just be aware.

Here's my initial post about this:
https://tab-rv.vanillacommunity.com/discussion/16045/installed-suntek-ppf-on-400-prevent-rock-chips#latest

SLJ

I put Weathertech mudflaps on the rear of my tow vehicle. It cut way down on the mud and dirt thrown up on my T@B.

Shadrax

We added a mylar sheet diamond plate pattern with contact adhesive to cover similar dings and protect as well.  So far has been outside for several years without any signs of wear.  Looks like the existing chrome diamond plate and meant to be there!