wormdunker Posted July 10, 2016 Report Share Posted July 10, 2016 I recently returned from northern Ontario to find the front of my truck absolutely covered with bugs, flies, mosquitos. I spent great effort to remove them with hot water & car wash soap. I was able to remove quite a few but there are still many marks on the bumper & grill. Is there a product you guys use to remove these insects without damaging the paint? I'm planning another northern trip soon & I'm considering a bug screen for the front of my truck. Perhaps a bra? Advice on a screen would be appreciated. Thanx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sinker Posted July 10, 2016 Report Share Posted July 10, 2016 Mine is the same right now. Bug and tar remover is what my detail buddy says, but I haven't tried it. Either way, it takes some elbow grease. I have a 5000km road trip coming up in 8 days, so I'm not going to get into it with mine until after that LOL.....interested in any replies though. S. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
captpierre Posted July 10, 2016 Report Share Posted July 10, 2016 I wouldn't use anything harsh on the finish. Make sure you soak them first. Then they come off easier. Like doin' dishes. ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raf Posted July 10, 2016 Report Share Posted July 10, 2016 Good layer of wax ahead of time may help make removal easier Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glen Posted July 10, 2016 Report Share Posted July 10, 2016 Yep wax first. But you can use wax to remove them too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill Shearer Posted July 10, 2016 Report Share Posted July 10, 2016 Fleecy Fabric softener sheets soaked with water will do the job. Heard about it in Florida where the "love bugs" make a terrible mess of the front of a car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aplumma Posted July 10, 2016 Report Share Posted July 10, 2016 I came back from up North and found my truck front, mirrors and radiators covered with bug bits and pieces. I used a towel soaked in hot water and dish soap and placed it on the bug surfaces for a few minutes then hit it with the pressure washer. What was left was fairly easy to hand wash off. I also have had success using just a spray bottle with soapy water and keeping it wet for 5 minutes or so. You can get them off the radiator with vinegar and a spray bottle but make sure you clean off all of the vinegar it is an acid and can etch the aluminum. Art Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sinker Posted July 10, 2016 Report Share Posted July 10, 2016 So powerwashing on a rainy day would probably work perfect to remove them. I will try it if we ever get any rain here. S. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Ironmaker Posted July 10, 2016 Report Share Posted July 10, 2016 Brian, you know where I live and the bugs are so bad here in the spring it looks like smoke along Lakeshore Rd. Bring a can of Pam spray oil with you. Spray the front of that thing you drive (Ford) with the veggie oil spray. The bugs will wipe right off with a soft cloth, no damage. I've been doing it for a few years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave524 Posted July 10, 2016 Report Share Posted July 10, 2016 They'll come off with the first good ice storm of winter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrankTheRabbit Posted July 10, 2016 Report Share Posted July 10, 2016 I would have suggested vinegar and a spray bottle too and rinse it off with hot water. Anyone try baking soda and some water? I've had some great success removing stains on the seat when stain remover products, from Canadian Tire, didn't work. Baking soda is cheap and Au naturelle, so maybe that will be easier on the paint job. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Ironmaker Posted July 10, 2016 Report Share Posted July 10, 2016 Spray 9 will take the residue off. Rinse it right away. Give me a call. My boat is in it's slip at Nanticoke. I'm heading out golfing tomorrow with the guys but Tuesday looks like the only other day this week will moderate winds. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GBW Posted July 10, 2016 Report Share Posted July 10, 2016 Fleecy Fabric softener sheets soaked with water will do the job. Heard about it in Florida where the "love bugs" make a terrible mess of the front of a car. 100% on all those dryer sheets. My father has a 5th wheel trailer and that is how he cleans his trailer and truck. I don't wash my truck... HAHA Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DRIFTER_016 Posted July 10, 2016 Report Share Posted July 10, 2016 Mine is the same right now. Bug and tar remover is what my detail buddy says, but I haven't tried it. Either way, it takes some elbow grease. I have a 5000km road trip coming up in 8 days, so I'm not going to get into it with mine until after that LOL.....interested in any replies though. S. YUP!!! This stuff!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wormdunker Posted July 11, 2016 Author Report Share Posted July 11, 2016 Thanx for all the replies. Some good suggestions here! I'm definitely going to try the fabric softener sheets. If that doesn't do the job I'll try the turtle wax bug remover. Ironmaker - I thought of spraying a thin coat of oil on the front but that is also going to cause dust to collect on the front of my truck. Worth a try for sure then wash it right away. I'm heading out on Erie today near Port Colborne. I'll let you know about tomorrow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wormdunker Posted July 12, 2016 Author Report Share Posted July 12, 2016 I washed my truck after returning from my trip to Ear Falls. There is still some residue left from the bugs. Today I'll attack them with dryer sheets. See how well it works. After it's clean I want to apply a good quality wax. I've been using Lucas spray mist wax, it does a good job, easy to apply, with nice shiny results. What brand of wax do you guys use? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowball Posted July 12, 2016 Report Share Posted July 12, 2016 Spray 9 Works like magic! Regards, Snowball Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeafsFan Posted July 12, 2016 Report Share Posted July 12, 2016 I use a product called TOUGHGUY 9500 degreaser, it gets everything off of the vehicle and is available through Acklands Grainger ... I think Wal-Mart carries a different version (a less concentrated version) ... mix it with water (25% product), spray it on the vehicle and then pressure wash it off. Acklands is a little over priced unless you have access to a corporate discount though. Careful on how long you let it sit as it will make some things look not as nice (such as rims) but it does the job for me on the work vehicle which is often caked in mud and bugs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dara Posted July 12, 2016 Report Share Posted July 12, 2016 Know what the bug said when he hit the windshield? If I had the guts, I'd do it all over again Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GBW Posted July 12, 2016 Report Share Posted July 12, 2016 Know what the bug said when he hit the windshield? If I had the guts, I'd do it all over again want to know what the last thing was that went through it's mind? It's *butt* Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanD Posted July 12, 2016 Report Share Posted July 12, 2016 Castrol Super Clean. When I ran the full serve gas station; that's what I used in the windshield washer buckets. Wet the windshield with the squeegee, finish the gas fill; then a light scrub and the bugs came easily off the windshield. Do the same on the paint; but with a worn scrub pad. Dan. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SirCranksalot Posted July 12, 2016 Report Share Posted July 12, 2016 Spray 9 all the way!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wormdunker Posted July 13, 2016 Author Report Share Posted July 13, 2016 Thanx for all the replies. I used fleecy dryer sheets, wet them with water, light rubbing & the bugs came right off! I'm impressed! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GBW Posted July 13, 2016 Report Share Posted July 13, 2016 Thanx for all the replies. I used fleecy dryer sheets, wet them with water, light rubbing & the bugs came right off! I'm impressed! It's a little known thing how good it/they work but it should be shared by the masses that those sheets are more then effective just making clothing smell nice. However a used one from the dryer doesn't work as well cause the chemical is gone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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