How to keep bugs off the vehicle in the Summer w/o harming the paint.

[Larry E.]

Even on very short runs(Car Shows) in the Summer I collect some bugs on the
front part (Verticle) of the car. Sometimes they can be a b--ch to
get clean. Is there anything on the market that can be used on a
temporary bases to solve the problem? I thought I heard once that
someone had good luck using "Saran Wrap" just to get to the destination
then pull it off; then do the samething on the way home. I posted this on
another board and idea came up using "blue painters tape". Any thoughts
or ideas?? Thanks Larry P.S. Please do not bring up the idea of
"Car Bra's".

[Stuart F.]

Re: How to keep bugs off the vehicle in the Summer w/o harming the paint.

I just do an immediate wash job of the front end and usually the windshield. Any good car soap will do and a hand mit. We have "Love Bugs" here in Florida now so we tend to just stay home and do projects. After all, we can drive year around so whats a few days or a week.

Stu Fox

[Art B.]

Re: How to keep bugs off the vehicle in the Summer w/o harming the paint.

I have found that a good coat of wax on the front end is an easy remedy. Then when I get home I use some warm water on a wash rag.

[Patrick H.]

Re: How to keep bugs off the vehicle in the Summer w/o harming the paint.

Wax it well, and I use Meguiar's Quik Detailer with a microfiber towel on a regular basis. My Dad uses one every time he takes out the car.
I don't think his 2002 has ever been "washed," just wiped down after each drive.

[Bill S.]

Re: How to keep bugs off the vehicle in the Summer w/o harming the paint.

There is this product from Griots Garage sounds interesting

http://www.griotsgarage.com/product/bug+barricade+35+ounces.do?code=EMAMSC

And this one from Wolfs Garage

http://www.detailersdomain.com/Wolfs-Chemicals-WB-1N--The-Mask_p_663.html

[Dennis C.]

Re: How to keep bugs off the vehicle in the Summer w/o harming the paint.

I have the 3M clear paint protector on my 2011 and I follow the same procedure as Patrick does, using Meguiar Quick Detailer.

With a good coat of wax, the bugs come right off.

Dennis

[Robert S.]

Re: How to keep bugs off the vehicle in the Summer w/o harming the paint.

For the windshield, use Rain-X. This is also great in the rain. Bugs wash off easily. I apply some before each road trip.

[Steven B.]

Re: How to keep bugs off the vehicle in the Summer w/o harming the paint.

I have the 3M clear paint protector on my 2011 and I follow the same procedure as Patrick does, using Meguiar Quick Detailer.

With a good coat of wax, the bugs come right off.

Dennis

Dennis, is this the 3M Defense or Defender? Steve

[Patrick H.]

Re: How to keep bugs off the vehicle in the Summer w/o harming the paint.

I have the 3M clear paint protector on my 2011 and I follow the same procedure as Patrick does, using Meguiar Quick Detailer.

With a good coat of wax, the bugs come right off.

Dennis

On my 2008 I use Plexus plastic cleaner for the 3M Clearguard. Great stuff.

[Terry M.]

Re: How to keep bugs off the vehicle in the Summer w/o harming the paint.

I use Rejecx on the B/C surfaces, the ones without the clear plastic. I also use Rejecx on the windshield. Rejecx works much better than Rainx. For the clear plastic I too use Plexus -- that is what the installer recommended.

BTW: after 500 miles today the nose is full of bugs. I hope there are car wash facilities in Marlborough for those of us who drive 'em.

[Don L.]

Re: How to keep bugs off the vehicle in the Summer w/o harming the paint.

On my 2008 I use Plexus plastic cleaner for the 3M Clearguard. Great stuff.

I have/use this on my soft top's rear window. I never thought to try it on the 3M that's across the front fascia of my G/sport. PLEXUS is THE BEST.

As for bugs, I use lots of brand name spray shine products on my '72. Never any trouble getting bugs off. BTW, I've had this car for 8 years now - I've never washed it with bucket and/or hose - only wet chamois and frequent spray shine.

[Larry E.]

Re: How to keep bugs off the vehicle in the Summer w/o harming the paint.

Even on very short runs(Car Shows) in the Summer I collect some bugs on the
front part (Verticle) of the car. Sometimes they can be a b--ch to
get clean. Is there anything on the market that can be used on a
temporary bases to solve the problem? I thought I heard once that
someone had good luck using "Saran Wrap" just to get to the destination
then pull it off; then do the samething on the way home. I posted this on
another board and idea came up using "blue painters tape". Any thoughts
or ideas?? Thanks Larry P.S. Please do not bring up the idea of
"Car Bra's".

Thanks to all for some nice idea's. I think I'm going with the Griot's Garage's
Bug Barricade as I have always had luck with the G/G products. Thanks Again-Larry

[Bob D.]

Re: How to keep bugs off the vehicle in the Summer w/o harming the paint.

I agree with Terry. I use Rejex on my wheels windshield and areas not otherwise covered. Rejex prevents the bug guts from sticking and they just wash off with a damp towel. It also makes the brake dust wash off the wheels easily. Bob

[Paul S.]

Re: How to keep bugs off the vehicle in the Summer w/o harming the paint.

Wax it well, and I use Meguiar's Quik Detailer with a microfiber towel on a regular basis. My Dad uses one every time he takes out the car.
I don't think his 2002 has ever been "washed," just wiped down after each drive.

That's what I do with my 67, here in Texas (although I use One Grand Carnuba and Zaino detailing spray).

Except for the wheels (which I do wash with soap and water using a watering can), I have only wet washed mine once in the 3 years I've owned it--the day it came off the transport truck from Boston. A good coat of wax, detailing spray and clean/quality microfiber towels before every drive, and it should stay clean as a whistle.

I've also got a 2006 Porsche (PCA Club Coupe 2 of 50--Porsche kept #1) that's only been driven in the rain 4 times. I can still count on my hands the number of times it's been washed, thanks to keeping it clean in this manner.

[Terry M.]

Re: How to keep bugs off the vehicle in the Summer w/o harming the paint.

And at least Bob knows how to spell it.

I am not sure I would use it on lacquer, but for BC/CC it is the bomb.

Now I have to go to wash 1K miles of bugs and dirt off the car.