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Old 05-19-2003, 05:32 PM
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Help removing bug stains and road grime

Hi,

I am new to detailing but have been trying to come up to speed on it as fast as I can. I have been reading everything and washing as outlined in the sticky.

However one problem is bug stains, tar stains etc. I have noticed a small buildup of it on my paint. I wash with meguiars shampoo and that doesn't seem to really do the trick.

I read somewhere that simplegreen is a safe solution so I tried it very lightly and diluted but it didn't seem to help either. Is this true. Is it effective? How about on paint? wheels?

I just recently clayed my car for the first time and I noticed that it helped a lot but the clay got so dirty so fast (this was done after washing). Am I doing something wrong or do I have the dirtiest car in the world .

I am having so much trouble with just bug stains when will I hit the swirls.

AlBoston, I need your help. I keep seeing posts like your SL55 work. When will you be able to work on mine.

Thanks.

Prasith
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prasith, I apologize...

I will contact you this week.
Old 05-20-2003, 02:42 PM
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No Prob,

I just figured you were busy. Any suggestions on the bug residue?

Thanks.

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try bug and tar remover with a microfiber towel, or some alcohol with a microfiber towel. Remember, this will remove any wax that was on the paint in that area.

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