What will take off old BUGS on the front Bumper??? - TundraTalk.net

kjjr03 · 03-09-2008, 02:41 PM

Help, I just purchased a used 2006 blue Tundra and Love it. My problem is the original owner didn't keep the front bumper clean. I have tried mild soaps, heck even polishing compound with no luck. Can anybody help???

Ric · 03-09-2008, 03:06 PM

try goof-off, check a not so visable area first though. I am assuming we are talking about real chrome and not plastic. Don't use goof-off on plastic. You may need to use the rough side of a sponge too. Good luck.

sxd45 · 03-09-2008, 06:32 PM

+1 on the goo gone.

kjjr03 · 03-09-2008, 06:42 PM

The bugs are on the Painted part on the front of the bumper. I might try some goof-off.
thanks for the help...

kwarstler · 03-09-2008, 09:10 PM

Try a clay bar. I've heard they will take off everything. Haven't tried personally, but just ordered one from Amsoil.

Nukedog · 03-09-2008, 09:33 PM

Turtle Wax Bug and Tar Remover. It's been around for almost 30 years and works great...

sxd45 · 03-09-2008, 10:07 PM

be carefull with a clay bar, keep it lubed up. WD-40 works wonders on stuck on crap too.

S.J.Turner · 03-10-2008, 07:33 AM

I've had good luck with wd-40. I think someone once told me it has some kerosene in it, so you may want to avoid spraying it on plastic.

TampaTundra · 03-10-2008, 10:02 AM

hour or two of sitting there with plenty of soap. a nsofter sponge and love and care

SybErkRimInAL · 03-10-2008, 11:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sxd45

be carefull with a clay bar, keep it lubed up. WD-40 works wonders on stuck on crap too.

Great advice. I think I did more damage with a clay bar than I did good. No clay bars on a black truck unless you know what you're doing. Trust me on this.

limpyhauler · 03-10-2008, 01:26 PM

Peanut butter works great to for removing stuff like tar and bug guts. DO NOT use chunky, just regular old peanut butter... wipe on like you would wax and then wash off. Bug and tar mess gone!!!

kng131 · 03-10-2008, 02:52 PM

what about hard water spots on the chrome bumper? Any suggestions for getting those off?

SybErkRimInAL · 03-10-2008, 03:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kng131

what about hard water spots on the chrome bumper? Any suggestions for getting those off?

Neverdull Polish, you can find it at Pepboys.

kjjr03 · 03-10-2008, 08:33 PM

OK, I tried Turtle Wax Bug and Tar Remover today and I think the bugs laughed at it. Mabe 10 % better. These must be 6 month old bugs at least ????? I am thinking spray it down with W-D 40 and let it sit over night. If that doesn't do it I am thinking ultra fine sand paper and compound!!!!!!!
Nothing I have tried so far works.
Still looking for the miracle cure......

Help,
Keith

sxd45 · 03-10-2008, 09:34 PM

dont let the wd-40 sit on all night

03-09-2008, 02:41 PM	#1 (permalink)
kjjr03 Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 5	What will take off old BUGS on the front Bumper??? Help, I just purchased a used 2006 blue Tundra and Love it. My problem is the original owner didn't keep the front bumper clean. I have tried mild soaps, heck even polishing compound with no luck. Can anybody help???

03-09-2008, 06:32 PM	#3 (permalink)
sxd45 Super Moderator Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: friendswood tx Posts: 1,513	+1 on the goo gone. __________________ Don't sweat the petty stuff...and don't pet the sweaty stuff.

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Nukedog Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Jax, FL. Posts: 221	Turtle Wax Bug and Tar Remover. It's been around for almost 30 years and works great... __________________ 02 Busa 1397cc 05 ZX10R 08 Tundra DC 5.2 2wd USN Retired 1987-2007 IYAOYAS

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sxd45 Super Moderator Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: friendswood tx Posts: 1,513	be carefull with a clay bar, keep it lubed up. WD-40 works wonders on stuck on crap too. __________________ Don't sweat the petty stuff...and don't pet the sweaty stuff.

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TampaTundra Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Tampa Bay/Orlando, FL Posts: 358	hour or two of sitting there with plenty of soap. a nsofter sponge and love and care __________________ 2008 Double Cab 5.7 TRD Black on Black -Katskinz leather -Tint -Stubby antenna -Toyota SS Exhaust tip -Yakima bed rail bike holder -K&N drop in filter w/ carbon filter removed I can be long winded............I like to be thourough, so sue me.

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03-09-2008, 03:06 PM	#2 (permalink)
Ric Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 4	try goof-off, check a not so visable area first though. I am assuming we are talking about real chrome and not plastic. Don't use goof-off on plastic. You may need to use the rough side of a sponge too. Good luck.

03-09-2008, 06:42 PM	#4 (permalink)
kjjr03 Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 5	The bugs are on the Painted part on the front of the bumper. I might try some goof-off. thanks for the help...

03-09-2008, 09:10 PM	#5 (permalink)
kwarstler Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Posts: 133	Try a clay bar. I've heard they will take off everything. Haven't tried personally, but just ordered one from Amsoil.

03-10-2008, 07:33 AM	#8 (permalink)
S.J.Turner Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 13	I've had good luck with wd-40. I think someone once told me it has some kerosene in it, so you may want to avoid spraying it on plastic.

03-10-2008, 01:26 PM	#11 (permalink)
limpyhauler Junior Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Posts: 1	Peanut butter works great to for removing stuff like tar and bug guts. DO NOT use chunky, just regular old peanut butter... wipe on like you would wax and then wash off. Bug and tar mess gone!!!

03-10-2008, 02:52 PM	#12 (permalink)
kng131 Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Orange, CA Posts: 49	what about hard water spots on the chrome bumper? Any suggestions for getting those off? __________________ 2007 Tundra Crewmax SR5 5.7 V8 Remote Start Tow Mirrors Bed Rug TRD Dual Exhaust Upgraded Speakers

03-10-2008, 08:33 PM	#14 (permalink)
kjjr03 Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 5	OK, I tried Turtle Wax Bug and Tar Remover today and I think the bugs laughed at it. Mabe 10 % better. These must be 6 month old bugs at least ????? I am thinking spray it down with W-D 40 and let it sit over night. If that doesn't do it I am thinking ultra fine sand paper and compound!!!!!!! Nothing I have tried so far works. Still looking for the miracle cure...... Help, Keith

03-10-2008, 09:34 PM	#15 (permalink)
sxd45 Super Moderator Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: friendswood tx Posts: 1,513	dont let the wd-40 sit on all night __________________ Don't sweat the petty stuff...and don't pet the sweaty stuff.

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