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Bugs???

Discussion in 'Detailing' started by SWCCBEE, Oct 4, 2013.

  1. Oct 4, 2013 at 4:22 AM
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    SWCCBEE

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    I am pretty sure the pro detailers in here know this or its a bad idea for some reason, but dryer sheets are AMAZING for bug removal during a carwash...
     
  2. Oct 4, 2013 at 7:45 AM
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    eek idk about that.

    A nice clay bar followed by a wax just makes them wash right off. If not I use seafoam bug remover. Spray it on, wait 60 seconds, scrub and they hose right off for sure
     
  3. Oct 4, 2013 at 8:45 AM
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    I was skeptical t first but they wipe right off.....
     
  4. Oct 4, 2013 at 9:52 AM
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    That's fine, I'm not bashing you. It might work fine, but it might have other effects I am not sure. I mean it is just fabric softener sprayed on a sheet, but you never know what chemicals are in it.

    Might be something that over time eats paint
     
  5. Oct 4, 2013 at 8:49 PM
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    Your not scratching the shit out of your paint when you clay bar the bugs off?

    Every time I touch a dark coloured car or truck with clay I have to polish it or it looks like complete ass if I don't fix all the damage it does even with a brand new clay bar.


    I just use some degreaser. Spray a light mist over the bugs let it sit for 10-20 seconds while you wash the fenders or something and then it usually just wipes off super easily.
     
  6. Oct 9, 2013 at 7:56 PM
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    I use Ultima Waterless Wash + while they are fresh. I don't have any bugs to remove come wash time. My wifes Camry is a different story...........since it sits low they really seem to pile up on her bumper and lower valance.
     
  7. Oct 31, 2013 at 2:56 PM
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    on the windshield or the paint?? i'd never take anything that abrasive to a clear coat but that's just me.
     

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