A lot of us are not aware that leaving dead bugs from a highway driving can damage our vehicle. Here is a vehicle that I did yesterday. The whole car was well preserved and no major work for me to do except the front bumper. Dont’ let the bugs bite your vehicles. Leaving Bug etching.
This is an example of what it can do to your vehicle if not properly address. An etching that damage the clear coat of the bumper. Unlike other parts of our vehicle. The bumper are made out of hard plastic. In the car plants they bake the paint so it will bond with the mental parts but not with the plastic parts of the vehicle. This is why when we go to a dollar car wash and accidentally put too much pressure on the plastic areas, it sometimes chip the paint off. Bumpers are designed to be easily removed and repair and “YES, Bugs can ruined the value of your vehicle”.
These are some tips to safely remove bugs of our bumpers and front hood.
- Rinse or wash the car immediately. IF you don’t let the bugs dry up the acid from their body will not have a chance to eat up your clear coat. You can use dishwashing soap that is deleted with water and scrub lightly with a microfiber towel. This towel is designed to not scratch your vehicles and it can pick up some dirts better than regular cotton towels.
- If washing it did not do the trick this will “WD40”. Yes this easy to find over the counter stuff is very effective on tar and bugs on your vehicle. Just spay it direct to the area and with a little agitation you will see how effective this brand is, but remember not to let this thing dry up. Wash it with your favorite car soap so it will not dry on your clear coat.
The best way really is to have your car protected with these natural elements. A strong sealant can be applied to vehicle to help preserve the clarity of your clear coat. The better your ride looks the higher the resale value will be most of the time.
If you wan to know about our Ceramic Pro Coating Call us at 409-893-1989. This is a Glass Coating that can protect your vehicle from any etchings such as bird droppings, water spots and of course bud etchings.
Jerimiah
Certified Auto Detailer
