Removing dead things

[pikey]

After 2,500 wonderful miles hooning through a hot Italy, the front of my car is covered in dead things. I say "things" as I don't know what they are - I mean, what sort of creature is full of yellow goo? I remember seeing a film with Sigourney Weaver in that had animals full of a similar substance, maybe that's it?

Anyway, I've washed the car 3 times, but can't get all of it off.

Any tips would be most welcome!

Thanks

Ben

[Luckyluciano]

I tend to soak the bugs with a warm wet towel.

You could also use a clay bar i belive, though get that from an expert before doing it.

[belleair302]

Einszett Bug and Tar Remover. Then wash wih a decent shampoo and clay...then wax.

[exigepete]

Leave the car outside overnight and get up early before the sun rises, dew on the car softens them and they wipe straight off. Then go back to bed!

[Neil_Sc]

belleair302 said:

Einszett Bug and Tar Remover. Then wash wih a decent shampoo and clay...then wax.

Yes, this is the best pre wash for insects, called Einszett Anti Insekt.

A warm towel is a good approach too.

[ipwn]

Tardis would be absolutly perfect here.

[Greendubber]

I've used sheets of wet kitchen towel on mine. Just drap/press the flat towel onto the areas and go and have a cup of tea and a bit of cake. Once you've finished those off you can remove the paper and the bugs should just wipe away when you wash the car.

[mneame]

Not used the Einzett myself but have heard good things. The bug remover i use is the poorboys one. Can be used need or watered down and put through a foam gun for all over use.

[markoc]

I've found that Autoglym Active Insect Remover is pretty good.

[markbigears]

Just had the same problem on my audi, had loads of dead flys that even the old kitchen towel method didn't shift and thats a first, went and got my clay bar, 5 mins later looking as new.

[PJ S]

markbigears said:

Just had the same problem on my audi, had loads of dead flys that even the old kitchen towel method didn't shift and thats a first, went and got my clay bar, 5 mins later looking as new.

Of course, with the clay bar, came the wax/sealant - did you reapply it when done?

[markbigears]

yep, finest kiwi and silicon

[944Tman]

Clay does the job, provided you use one that recommends a manufacturer supplied lube or spray you can't go wrong if you follow the instructions.

[dan1502]

What about tar? Should I remove this before claying or by claying?

[markoc]

dan1502 said:

What about tar? Should I remove this before claying or by claying?

My experience is that WD40 works a treat. I usually use it after washing but before claying. Then polish/seal as usual.

[NotNormal]

Bear with me on this but the best thing i've ever used is Autoglym interior shampoo.

I really can't remember where I first heard about it for this application but I have a feeling it may have been at an Autoglym open day many many years ago but basically spray over all the dead bugs with this stuff before you start to wash the car. Then when you do wash they simply just fall off.

Very impressed and easy to do as well

[dan1502]

I just used a turle wax tar remover on the worst of it after the first wash. I'm now claying and have done about a third of the car and the sun's come out :-( Should I wash and dry again before waxing?

[markoc]

Yep - need to wash and rinse again after clay. Then polish/wax

[dan1502]

I thought so. Just the rear apron and sills to go! I have to say though I've not tried anything else, thr Bilt Hamber Auto Clay is working great and I've ditched the spray bottle in favour of the mist setting on the cheap aldi hose fitting which is a lot less hassle - must be a big saving being able to use water too! It's funny how you can get obsessed removing a stubborn tiny mark (and a bit sad I guess)

[Stu_00]

Actually this stuff is amazing for loads of different stuff even the house, (showing my OCD here) Anyone know if you can buy in bulk?

I guess its pretty much what is in the insect remover sprays, just maybe a bit milder?

NotNormal said:

Bear with me on this but the best thing i've ever used is Autoglym interior shampoo.

I really can't remember where I first heard about it for this application but I have a feeling it may have been at an Autoglym open day many many years ago but basically spray over all the dead bugs with this stuff before you start to wash the car. Then when you do wash they simply just fall off.

Very impressed and easy to do as well