Best / Safest way to remove bugs?

StuMcBill · 30th June 2008, 22:43

Ok

I cleaned my car today and I noticed that there are some very stubborn squashed bugs on the front bumper and bonnet!

Just want to know what the best and safest way (in terms of paintwork) to remove them on my Nighthawk Black? Dont just want to try some random bug / tar remover!

Thanks

Stu

NEEMSTAR · 30th June 2008, 22:47

Bug Splat !!

Jack The Lad. · 30th June 2008, 22:53

White Spirit.
Does the job and is a lot cheaper.

dmacg69 · 30th June 2008, 22:57

You could try using a clay bar and lubricant if they are really stubborn.

Mequiars do a kit you can buy at halfords for around £20 or so and gives you 2 x clay bars,detailing spray (lubricant),sample size bottle of cleaner wax and a microfibre cloth. Bilt Hamber also do clay that can be used with water as a lubricant.

Dimplyred · 30th June 2008, 22:58

If you soak them with hot water to soften them, they will simply wash off. You may have to try a few times though

StuMcBill · 1st July 2008, 17:03

Thanks all!

My dad said he had used Turtle Wax Tar / Bug remover previously and had no ill effects, so I used that, seemed to do the trick on the bumper anyway!

Not done the bonnet yet!

Unknownsoldier · 1st July 2008, 17:04

I use cheapo Wilkinsin own brand bug remover jsut spray on leave then wash them off.

Tom

robbo51 · 1st July 2008, 19:46

Soak in warm water..leave a while..soak again..wipe off...works a treat

Munro · 1st July 2008, 20:39

Quote:

Originally Posted by robbo51

Soak in warm water..leave a while..soak again..wipe off...works a treat

The bikers on here will also know this one. The clear visor on a helmet always collects flys and the plastic scratches very easily. The last thing you need on a visor is scratches as visibility is very poor, particularly riding towards the sun or towards headlights at night.

The best technique is to soak the fly remains by putting a wet cloth over the visor (ie a paper kitchen towel) for about an hour. They come off with an easy single wipe after this soaking, with no worrys about scratching.

I guess the same technique will work well on soft Honda paintwork !

illegalhunter · 1st July 2008, 20:39

A Brillo pad no good whats so ever. lol

NH Dan · 1st July 2008, 21:02

I use the bloke that works in my valet bay, seems to do the job fine to me!!

ViBe · 1st July 2008, 21:57

I just removed some of these today with clay + meguiars lubricant, came right of =)

illegalhunter · 4th July 2008, 10:44

Quote:

Originally Posted by NH Dan

I use the bloke that works in my valet bay, seems to do the job fine to me!!

He must have microfibre jacket on

Unknownsoldier · 4th July 2008, 13:49

Quote:

Originally Posted by illegalhunter

He must have microfibre jacket on

Munro · 4th July 2008, 17:42

Quote:

Originally Posted by NH Dan

I use the bloke that works in my valet bay, seems to do the job fine to me!!

Quote:

Originally Posted by illegalhunter

He must have microfibre jacket on

LOL

Auto Rae-Chem · 6th July 2008, 17:49

Bright Wheels, quick spray wait couple,of minutes and rinse.

BRIGHT WHEELS 5L, Wheel Cleaner & Bug Remover on eBay, also Cleaning, Waxing Valeting, Car Care, Car Accessories, Cars, Parts Vehicles (end time 30-Jul-08 12:14:01 BST)

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dmacg69 Supporter Wheelnut Join Date: 11th February 2008 Location: Scotland Posts: 85 Thanks: 12 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts iTrader: (0)	You could try using a clay bar and lubricant if they are really stubborn. Mequiars do a kit you can buy at halfords for around £20 or so and gives you 2 x clay bars,detailing spray (lubricant),sample size bottle of cleaner wax and a microfibre cloth. Bilt Hamber also do clay that can be used with water as a lubricant.

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