crash Posted June 7, 2005 Share Posted June 7, 2005 Ok, so I can get the bug parts off of my car with Turtle Wax Bug and Tar remover, but some of these big bugs are leaving Red and Yellow stains on the paint. I hit one MONSTER MOTH on the way to the Dragon that left a HUGE black mark on my paint. What can I use to get these stains off? Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
melayout Posted June 7, 2005 Share Posted June 7, 2005 Vinegar? OCDetails to the rescue. I keed I keeed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gt_ltd Posted June 7, 2005 Share Posted June 7, 2005 what do u guys use to remove such things on the windshield? This Space For Rent Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xenonk Posted June 7, 2005 Share Posted June 7, 2005 clay it. Keefe Keefe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
franklin Posted June 7, 2005 Share Posted June 7, 2005 Regular liquid Turtle wax removes these pretty easy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ADirtyLegacy Posted June 7, 2005 Share Posted June 7, 2005 hmmm, someone had a little too much fun killing bugs i see!! Kenda Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
melayout Posted June 7, 2005 Share Posted June 7, 2005 hmmm, someone had a little too much fun killing bugs i see!! Kenda Bugs are a hassle for me too, they are just not fast enough at 110mph. Mojo I keed I keeed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c-lo Posted June 7, 2005 Share Posted June 7, 2005 I kind of live out in bfd, so I drive me wifes car at night. saves my car from getting slimmed:D 258k miles - Stock engine/minor suspension upgrades/original shocks/rear struts replaced at 222k/4 passenger side wheel bearings/3 clutches/1 radiator/3 turbos Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCDetails Posted June 7, 2005 Share Posted June 7, 2005 I use one of these on the glass and chrome bumpers to get bugs off. I probably wouldn't suggest using them on paint. They used to carry these at PremiumAutoCare.com, but I'm not finding them today for some reason. For your bumper I would just suggest using Turtle Wax Bug/Tar remover and then claying the rest off. If there are still stains then use a paint cleaner or vinegar to help clean up the remains. Then rewax the area and you are good to go. _________________________________________ “Cleanliness becomes more important as godliness becomes more unlikely.” O C D E T A I L S . C O M OCDETAILS BLOG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crash Posted June 12, 2005 Author Share Posted June 12, 2005 Ok, so far I've tried everything that's been mentioned except for the paint cleaner to no avail. Someone suggested Simple Green so I may try that next. Any other suggestions? What brand of Paint Cleaner do you suggest (that I can buy locally). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
X-RAY Posted June 13, 2005 Share Posted June 13, 2005 Try hydrogen peroxide as bug's are mostly protien.(works great to get blood out of your clothing also). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chappy Posted July 7, 2005 Share Posted July 7, 2005 wd-40 or goo gone..just make sure you wash the area after you are done with the wd40 or goo gone.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
franklin Posted July 7, 2005 Share Posted July 7, 2005 Does PETA know your killing all these bugs? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris112 Posted July 7, 2005 Share Posted July 7, 2005 what worked best for you? I always have the same problem and fight to get them off my white GT. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crash Posted July 7, 2005 Author Share Posted July 7, 2005 Nothing worked, I even had it professionally buffed.... The bug is IN the paint.... I'm curently looking for an airbrush touchup artist here locally.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
franklin Posted July 7, 2005 Share Posted July 7, 2005 I have a white LGT also. On key is to not let them sit too long they can stain the paint. Ive gotten them all off with a mild polish. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ADGT Posted July 7, 2005 Share Posted July 7, 2005 I had so many bugs on the front of my car that my cousin told me it was going to have to be buffed. Started washing it, five minutes after breaking out the clay it was spottless. Groits garage paint clay. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mele63 Posted July 7, 2005 Share Posted July 7, 2005 Bug removal products like Turtle Wax are ok if the bugs are fresh. Once they get hardened or "baked-on", the Turtle wax is useless. My very first brand new car was a 1988 Toyota Corolla coupe, in "super white." I used a baking soda paste (baking soda with a little water) with excellent results. Other than removing the wax, I never saw any adverse effects (i.e. scratches, swirls, ect.), and I was even more particular back then. I now have a SWP LGT. I haven't tried the baking soda on it yet, but I might. I am being extra careful with the paint on this car because of the widespread negative comments about it. Also, the pearlescent nature of our paint might lend itself a greater risk. The "super white" on my Toyota was just bright white with clearcoat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken3mx Posted July 10, 2005 Share Posted July 10, 2005 Didja see what the guy said up there?...clay bar it...might take some effort ..lol I found this funny http://www.carestoration.com/lanes-products/bug_remover/bug-away.htm Bug away..hahah!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TSiWRX Posted July 11, 2005 Share Posted July 11, 2005 The local Scooby guys and gals here favor a "preventative" product called RejeX. I'm going to try it on Winky as soon as I can get a hold of some. Any opinions/experience with RejeX, here? Thanks! -A <-- I love Winky, my "periwinkle" (ABP) LGT! - Allen / Usual Suspect "DumboRAT" / One of the Three Stooges '16 Outback, '16 WRX, 7th Subaru Family Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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