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Old 04-29-11, 08:22 AM
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Default Quick & Easy Bug Removal w/Diamondite Bug Eraser

Love bug season is here already in Florida and if you guys are as particular about keeping your car clean as I am (and I have a feeling most of you are ), you're already aware that it's critical to get bugs off your paint as soon as possible before they cause any damage to the clear coat.

If you act quick and have Diamondite Bug Eraser handy, bringing out the hose, bucket, wash mitts, and drying towels are not necessary to get those pesky bugs off the front of your car. With Diamondite Bug Eraser, removing bugs is easier and more convenient than ever, all you need is some nice microfiber applicators and microfiber towels. Spray and wipe - it's that simple.

You can clearly see how nasty the bugs are splattered on there.



Diamondite Bug Eraser comes in a ready to use 32oz spray bottle. Simple spray, wait 30 seconds, and agitate with a microfiber applicator.






Once the paint is clean and free of any bugs, spray on the Diamondite Crystal Gloss Surface Protectant to enhance the gloss and add a protective polymer coating that will also aid in future cleaning.




Gently wipe the surface using a clean, dry microfiber towel.




Now the paint is clean and protected. Diamondite Bug Eraser is a quick, safe, effective means of removing stubborn bugs before they cause any harm to your vehicle's delicate finish.





Bug damage avoided and it was really easy!

Now I need to get some Dr. ColorChip for those chips...
Old 05-04-11, 06:43 AM
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If you need something with a little more "bite" to remove the bugs and tar, check out the Diamondite Bug Eraser Combo. This combo includes the Diamondite Bug Eraser, Safe Scrub Bug & Tar Pad and a Cobra microfiber towel. Spray, lightly scrub, and wipe away the bugs!


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Cant you just wash it off with water and like some towel? or does tht protect the paint too?
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Does this product remove any wax or sealant that is on the paint?
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Originally Posted by CdeFabio
Does this product remove any wax or sealant that is on the paint?
The bugs are acidic, and that's what removes the wax from your vehicle if left on the paint too long. After a quick cleaning with the Diamondite Bug Eraser, follow that up with the Crystal Gloss Surface Protectant to not only enhance the appearance, but also add a boost to the existing layer of wax for additional protection.
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After a week of bugs accumulating on my car, I couldn't take it any longer so I grabbed my bottle of Diamondite Bug Eraser and less than 2 minutes later, they were gone. After a quick follow up with the Diamondite Crystal Gloss Surface Protectant, the front of my car was looking new again.




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Wow! Those are impressive results! I need to get some for my parent's cars.

Sorry to get off topic but I was wondering, is it possible to remove markings left from bugs being on the paint too long? Would this product be able to help in that situation?
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definitely will try this after my next road trip, thanks!
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Originally Posted by Kira X
Wow! Those are impressive results! I need to get some for my parent's cars.

Sorry to get off topic but I was wondering, is it possible to remove markings left from bugs being on the paint too long? Would this product be able to help in that situation?
Unfortunately, when the bugs are left on there too long they will cause damage to the clear coat which can only be fixed with a re-paint. That's why it's critical to get bugs off your vehicle immediately because they are acidic.

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definitely will try this after my next road trip, thanks!

You're welcome! It's one of those products where when you use it once, you wonder how you ever went without it.
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Or protect the paint from bugs and chips with a clear bra!!
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Originally Posted by clearbraj
Or protect the paint from bugs and chips with a clear bra!!
The bugs are acidic, they will also damage the clear bra.
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After 5 days of bugs splattering all over the front end and windshield on my car, I came to work a couple minutes early today to clean it up.

After removing the bugs with the Diamondite Bug Eraser and Safe Scrub Bug Sponge, I quickly went over the areas treated with DP Waterless Wash in a Kwazar Spray Bottle. I did this to remove any loose debris and to also ensure a clean surface prior to applying the Optimum Car Wax.

I thoroughly sprayed the front of the car with the Bug Eraser and let it sit for about a minute before scrubbing with the Bug Sponge.








If there is one thing that I cannot stand, it's dirty windows in my car. While the Bug Eraser was doing its thing on the front of my car, I went ahead and cleaned the glass with Diamondite Perfect Vision Glass Cleaner. This is my go to glass cleaner because it contains no ammonia, is safe on tinted windows, and has strong cleaning ability to cut through some of the toughest films with just one pass, all while leaving a streak free finish.




About 10 minutes later, the car is clean and protected.








Now that's perfect vision.


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