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Old 06-16-14, 05:41 PM
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Default damn love bugs!

Anyone have a good solution to coat the front of my car (daily driver).. driving on the highway at night I murder 5000 bugs all over the front of my car and after 48 hours the acid starts eating away at the car and bacteria is building up...

Are there any sealants that you guys recommend to coat the car pre drive so once my trip is over a hose will just wash those *****es off?
Old 06-16-14, 07:06 PM
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http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00IUE5OPO?cache=06f8812ffe3dae17ba33fd16f743f472&pi=AC_SX110_SY165_QL70&qid=1402970729&sr=1-4#ref=mp_s_a_1_4
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Though not a preventative measure, when I have love bugs all over my bumper, I'll get several used dryer sheets, dip them in warm water, and wipe those nasty bugs away!

http://solotravelgirl.com/bounce-dry...ovebug-season/
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Besides having clear vinyl installed, and proper wax and bug remover DAILY would be my best recommendation.

I've driven through LA and MS during the "love-fest", not fun.
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Amazon.com: Meguiar's M21 Mirror Glaze Synthetic Sealant 2.0 - 64 oz.: Automotive Amazon.com: Meguiar's M21 Mirror Glaze Synthetic Sealant 2.0 - 64 oz.: Automotive

Use a sealant like in the link. If you wash your car often, use the sealant more often. Washing the car is easier since the bugs don't get baked into the paint and just wipe off.
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Originally Posted by Gville350
Besides having clear vinyl installed, and proper wax and bug remover DAILY would be my best recommendation.
This. Clear Bra Paint Protection
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After a full detail, I use Blackfire sealant. After driving at night and being bombarded by love bugs, I'll just spray some quick detailer and wipe off the bugs with a microfiber towel.
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clear bra is the best solution
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Worse than this? lol This was after driving from Fairbanks, Alaska to the Canadian border.

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