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Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Care, Maintenance & Troubleshooting' started by RaNinjas, Apr 5, 2010.

  1. RaNinjas

    RaNinjas New Member

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    Does anyone know of a product that will remove bugs off my hood and bumper instantly without having to wash my car? I travel quite a ways to work and bugs get on my car pretty fast. I'm looking for something i could just spray and wipe off without causing swirlmarks.
     
    #1 RaNinjas, Apr 5, 2010
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    patsparks An Aussie perspective

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    Mr Sheen, wonderful stuff. It's furniture polish but is well known for bug and tar removal!
     
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    I don't think there's any panacea here. You could use a quick detailer, but will likely damage the finish by dragging the bug grit across the paint. Your best bet would be rinsing with a hose at home.

    Applying a coat of RejeX will go a long way to minimizing bug splats (apply to front bumper, hood, windshield, side view mirrors):
    RejeX: Nothing Sticks but the Shine!
     
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    You could try a silicone spray like I do when I go on long highway trips. Then careful use of a power washer removes the bug guts. Then warm water with a wash mit.

    The other option is a car bra or a thin film like Road Wrap. Look it up. I'll likely be trying it this year on my 2000km road trip.
     
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    Hey, how long is your Rejex coat lasting? Mine is 1,500 miles & still going strong.
     
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    RejeX will typically last many months (3 - 6) when properly applied.
     
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    Thanks for all the suggestions!:d
     
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    I hate bugs...I wont them dead!!!:mad2: I have also notice that white colour pull them like magnet even with the car stationary!
     
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    ^Hence my avoidance of Blizzard Pearl. ;0
     
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