Recommended bug remover?

adc · 06-17-2010, 12:31 PM

Every now and then I drive through a wooded & damp section at dusk and get lots of bugs on the front. I need recommendations for a good but safe bug remover spray.

Does BMW make something?

Thanks...

e90m3_6MT · 06-17-2010, 05:47 PM

chemical guys bug and tar remover is not bad at all

adc · 06-17-2010, 06:33 PM

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Originally Posted by e90m3_6MT

chemical guys bug and tar remover is not bad at all

Appreciated...

Cosmin · 06-17-2010, 09:44 PM

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Originally Posted by adc

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are some sponges for bugs , claybar helps too.
don`t forget to re-wax the spot after spray any kind of "removers"

Ben335 · 06-18-2010, 02:36 PM

Stoner makes a good tar and bug remover also. Just rewax the area you use the remover on.

signes · 06-19-2010, 03:33 PM

One vote for either Einszett or P21S TAW.

quality_sound · 06-19-2010, 06:05 PM

Lighter fluid and a towel. Seriously. Most bug and tar removed are nothing more than lighter fluid. Soak a towel in it and hold it on the area (don't rub!) until the bugs soften up.

Finnegan · 06-19-2010, 06:57 PM

Well, that makes two things in 2 minutes I've learned on the board today.

GregW / Oregon · 06-19-2010, 10:30 PM

I use a Dupont one, or just Griot's Garage Speed Shine detail spray. Lighter fluid or any of the dedicated bug/tar removers will of course remove your wax as well.

Richbot · 06-20-2010, 07:50 AM

Wax-safe alternative I've been using lately is simply soaking it in quick detailer for about 5 minutes, then wiping off. Whatever remains can be removed with the same method and a little bit of rubbing with an MF towel. I use Meg's 34. Soapy water seems less effective, maybe because it sheets too much.

Not as quick as the 1Z but it's a little more wax friendly if you don't feel like waxing right away.

hababa · 06-20-2010, 08:53 AM

DO NOT use Chemical Guys Bug Bugger and Tar remover! I left it on a litle too long and it ate through the clearcoat!

e90m3_6MT · 06-20-2010, 10:25 AM

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DO NOT use Chemical Guys Bug Bugger and Tar remover! I left it on a litle too long and it ate through the clearcoat!

did you dilute it? it's not meant for prolonged undiluted use. I mixed it 4:1 and it the perfect strength, the bugs melt and the tougher ones are removed by a bit of rubbing with a microfiber towel

ChrisK · 06-20-2010, 10:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Ben335

Stoner makes a good tar and bug remover also. Just rewax the area you use the remover on.

Tarminator by Stoner is the best...and safe.

http://www.tarminator.com/

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quality_sound 8 tracks of madness 62 Rep 2,735 Posts Drives: Slowly Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: At home iTrader: (1)	Lighter fluid and a towel. Seriously. Most bug and tar removed are nothing more than lighter fluid. Soak a towel in it and hold it on the area (don't rub!) until the bugs soften up.
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Richbot Major General 2759 Rep 5,483 Posts Drives: Jerez Black E90 Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: STL iTrader: (5)	Wax-safe alternative I've been using lately is simply soaking it in quick detailer for about 5 minutes, then wiping off. Whatever remains can be removed with the same method and a little bit of rubbing with an MF towel. I use Meg's 34. Soapy water seems less effective, maybe because it sheets too much. Not as quick as the 1Z but it's a little more wax friendly if you don't feel like waxing right away. __________________
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