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Old 08-15-2015, 04:25 AM
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hey y'all i have this build up on my front bumper (upper and lower), as well as the painted portions of my grille. it looks like water spots from a far, but when you feel it, its very rough. I've blasted with a pressure washer and used the big brush at the car wash, doesn't seem to budge it. anyone have any experience cleaning this?
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Not sure what it is, but I'd probably hit it with some polishing compound and a dual orbital buffer. Follow that up with a coat of wax and I'll be you'll be good as new.
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I have that as well. I think it's the bug guts that ate up the clear coat. Just my opinion. Dunno a fix other than repaint.
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The fix was mentioned.....go to any parts store and get a bottle of Meguiars Ultimate Compound then follow with a good polish or wax. To suggest a repaint before trying to buff it out makes no sense.
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Is it buildup or is it where clearcoat is gone? If bug guts, P21S will soften them up.
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it feels really rough not sure if its bug guts or not, still on there. i just want it look nice again
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So what have you tried so far?



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