Bugs

[Billy4202]

So now that Spring is here and its warmed up, bugs are everywhere. I literally need to Windex the windshield every day.

How do you guys recommend cleaning off all the bugs and crap on the front bumper? Any favorite products or tips?

This is after not washing for a week.

Thanx fellas.

 

[inv4zn]

If possible, rinse off the front with strong pressure every night. Bug residue will eat through clear coat, so it's best to remove as best as you can. Coats of wax will help with that process as well.

If you really wanna go all-out, you can get the front wrapped in a clear-bra, but that's $$$.

 

[Touring]

Yeah, im starting to run into the bug problem too now. The first couple days i was getting them i was using Meguiars ultimate quik detailer and they were coming off pretty easily. I did just wax the car a couple weeks ago so that probably helps. I saw a couple products at Walmart, one from Turtle Wax and I think another from Meguiars that are specifically for getting bugs off the car. I cant help but think that they also strip wax off the car though..

 

[CosmicSilver]

Billy....use a wet dryer sheet (best to wear gloves for this) works great!

 

[NorthernEX-T]

Yeah, im starting to run into the bug problem too now. The first couple days i was getting them i was using Meguiars ultimate quik detailer and they were coming off pretty easily. I did just wax the car a couple weeks ago so that probably helps. I saw a couple products at Walmart, one from Turtle Wax and I think another from Meguiars that are specifically for getting bugs off the car. I cant help but think that they also strip wax off the car though..

Yeah those bug and tar removers are pretty harsh. Where as the quick detailer cleans and leaves some wax behind, I'd stick with that method

Windex works good for stubborn bugs too, then throw some fresh wax down

 

[timothyjay]

I've personally just used either Meguiar's Ultimate Wash and Wax Anywhere, or Chemical Guy's ECO Smart Waterless Car Wash, and they came off pretty easily. The most I've left the bugs caked on the bumper though was about 3 days, so hopefully a week doesn't make it stubborn to get them off - but those two products have worked well for me personally.

I do, however, try to use these as soon as I see bugs on my car to prevent them from caking in. I just got lazy one time and left them on for 3 days :/

Windshield on the other hand, has been a pain for me! I mentioned it on another forum, where I tried to wash off bugs off my windshield using glass cleaner, it would leave smears and smudges. But when I simply use a rag and water, it cleans right off. However, there's no protection on that and I have to either apply some glass protection, or just simply deal with having to just wash the windshield with a rag and water.

So now that Spring is here and its warmed up, bugs are everywhere. I literally need to Windex the windshield every day.

How do you guys recommend cleaning off all the bugs and crap on the front bumper? Any favorite products or tips?

This is after not washing for a week.

Thanx fellas.

 

[Billy4202]

I've personally just used either Meguiar's Ultimate Wash and Wax Anywhere, or Chemical Guy's ECO Smart Waterless Car Wash, and they came off pretty easily. The most I've left the bugs caked on the bumper though was about 3 days, so hopefully a week doesn't make it stubborn to get them off - but those two products have worked well for me personally.

I do, however, try to use these as soon as I see bugs on my car to prevent them from caking in. I just got lazy one time and left them on for 3 days :/

Windshield on the other hand, has been a pain for me! I mentioned it on another forum, where I tried to wash off bugs off my windshield using glass cleaner, it would leave smears and smudges. But when I simply use a rag and water, it cleans right off. However, there's no protection on that and I have to either apply some glass protection, or just simply deal with having to just wash the windshield with a rag and water.

I've been using the same Meguiar's product as well...I guess I just need to keep up with it more often. It's just been crazy how quickly they've accumulated because this literally wasn't an issue a week ago lol.

Windex has been working fine on the windshield, just have to scrape at it a bit. I've been using shop towels, not paper towels, so that may make a difference. I may start using RainX to help a little too.

 

[Billy4202]

Billy....use a wet dryer sheet (best to wear gloves for this) works great!

Huh, haven't heard of this before. That's not too abrasive?

 

[Billy4202]

If possible, rinse off the front with strong pressure every night. Bug residue will eat through clear coat, so it's best to remove as best as you can. Coats of wax will help with that process as well.

If you really wanna go all-out, you can get the front wrapped in a clear-bra, but that's $$$.

Yeah, I have access to a hose at my apartment complex, I may have to start giving that a shot in between times I can hit it with a waterless wash/wax, and just start being more diligent in general. First darker car, more upkeep...

 

[evildoer]

I've personally just used either Meguiar's Ultimate Wash and Wax Anywhere, or Chemical Guy's ECO Smart Waterless Car Wash, and they came off pretty easily. The most I've left the bugs caked on the bumper though was about 3 days, so hopefully a week doesn't make it stubborn to get them off - but those two products have worked well for me personally.

I do, however, try to use these as soon as I see bugs on my car to prevent them from caking in. I just got lazy one time and left them on for 3 days :/

Windshield on the other hand, has been a pain for me! I mentioned it on another forum, where I tried to wash off bugs off my windshield using glass cleaner, it would leave smears and smudges. But when I simply use a rag and water, it cleans right off. However, there's no protection on that and I have to either apply some glass protection, or just simply deal with having to just wash the windshield with a rag and water.

I'll have to agree with you sir, that Ecosmart does wonders! For windows I use Invisible Glass cleaner and newspapers, seems to work good for me.

@Billy4202 expect more bugs! Summer's got them big ones too lol

 

[timothyjay]

Newspapers? I've heard it mentioned before but never really looked more into it. Using the newspaper as a rag rather than a towel?

I'll have to agree with you sir, that Ecosmart does wonders! For windows I use Invisible Glass cleaner and newspapers, seems to work good for me.

 

[Touring]

Newspapers? I've heard it mentioned before but never really looked more into it. Using the newspaper as a rag rather than a towel?

I actually have some ArmorAll glass cleaner sitting around in my garage that recommends using newspaper on the back of the bottle. I haven't tried it yet, but im curious.

 

[CosmicSilver]

Huh, haven't heard of this before. That's not too abrasive?

Doesn't seem to mare my paint but probably a good idea to re-wax the areas you clean the bugs off if they are pretty thick.

 

[GoPackGo]

Newspapers are made of dense fibers that contain no solid, scratching materials like silica or calcium carbonate. Compared to paper towels, newspaper fibers are more rigid and will not separate and cause lint. More than 90% of U.S. papers switched from petroleum-based ink, which caused stains and smears, to the cheaper, smear-free alternative of soy-based ink by 2000. The switch rendered the newspaper perfect for multi-purpose use

 

[TChewy]

Always used newspapers to clean mirrors and such in the house as a kid even. They worked well and they were pretty much free.

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