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08-17-2013, 08:52 AM | #17 |
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I know what you mean about these spots showing-up after you have cleaned the bike.
"Quick Detail" sprays containing enzymes are extremely effective in removing bugs; and are far less harsh on your paint than some other chemical / manual methods of removing them. The enzymes simply break-down the bugs, making their evidence easily wiped away. These cleaners also leave a layer for protection and shine; making it easier to clean-off the bugs the next time. For tough situations, let it sit for a bit first. Doesn't take long though. Haven't tried the hydrogen-peroxide trick yet, but had heard of it not too long ago.
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08-17-2013, 10:58 AM | #18 |
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Get a can of Plexus. It's not cheep at all. A small can 7oz goes for $19. It's designed to polish & protect all plastics.
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08-17-2013, 03:41 PM | #19 |
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Do you wash under their arms behind their ears and rub their little tummies?
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08-17-2013, 06:52 PM | #21 |
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George, there are all kinds of them out there.
I used "Bug-Slide" for years. It is a fantastic detail cleaner and polish. You can order direct from them... you will not regret buying some. Bug-guts disappear, I promise. Another brand that is good is in the following link: http://www.autogeek.net/diamondite-bug-eraser.html A little-bit of this stuff goes a long, long way... much more so than other "stuff". The enzymes break-down the bug-guts, making them much easier to wipe-off. For tough spots -- especially ones that were allowed to stay on there for a few weeks -- it takes a little more soaking, but they will disappear. I would not rub any paint very hard though, because the softest cloth will leave marks -- even if at first you do not see them. Another approach I am thinking about doing for my fairing is to buy clear vinyl material to stick to my fairing. That way the paint shows through, but the vinyl takes the beating. If it begins to look like crap, I would just replace it. I believe 3M makes it... not sure though.
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08-18-2013, 12:05 AM | #22 |
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I used to use large amount of alcohol, oh wait a minute that was to soften up a different them.
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08-18-2013, 01:00 AM | #23 |
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Yeah, I know. I do the same thing and the bike winds up not getting washed every time.
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08-18-2013, 07:29 AM | #24 |
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You have to, have you ever smelt a Squatch?
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08-18-2013, 11:30 AM | #25 |
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Bugslide is awesome.
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Quote:
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08-21-2013, 05:27 AM | #27 |
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you can get Bugslide at a Harley dealer
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08-21-2013, 01:10 PM | #28 |
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Have you ever smelled moth balls?
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08-21-2013, 08:01 PM | #29 |
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Oh sure. Throw us a new curve. We're talking serious stuff here. If it's not the bug guts its water stains and now moth ball sniffin". I don't know how much more pressure I can take.
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Go for a ride.... a beer....... think of the Canadians you know....... Relax
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