Good Detail Spray and Good Bug and Tar Remover

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Just trying to find a good Detail Spray and Bug and Tar Remover. I usually use Meguiars Detail Spray because it is so easy to get. I have used bug and tar remover before but it was GOO Gone.
 
For bug remover I like an alcohol+water mix. Others keep saying great things about Tarminator. You'll get a variety of answers about the detail spray. Depends on what you are looking for... best cleaning after a light dusting/ best shine / adding most protection/ price ? What's important to you?
 
I have great results with Tarminator for bugs and tar, it literally melts them away.



As for detail spray, I have had excellent results with my Adams QD. I'm going to invest in a gallon of FK1 425 as soon as my last little bit of Adams runs out as per everyones suggestions in a recent thread of mine. Everyone has their own personal needs and preferences so just experiment with stuff and see what you like/
 
A very good b & t remover is Long Haul. The company apparently went boobs up and most Big Lots have bunches of the stuff for just a few bucks.



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E-Jag said:
A very good b & t remover is Long Haul. The company apparently went boobs up and most Big Lots have bunches of the stuff for just a few bucks.

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agreed. i've been using long haul bug & degreaser (better than tarminator, imo) for a while now and it hasn't let me down yet, and not to mention for a huge bottle for only $3, you can't go wrong. i think i may go pick up a few more bottles as they won't be around much longer...
 
i also give adams detail spray some kudos, a very good product.



i have used it with 4 different types of clay, proves just as every bit effective as the lubes those clays have come with, and i find it easier to wipe.



also works fine for both carnuba, polymer, and arcylic lsp's - no cleaners, no fillers, just gloss enhcnacers and shine agents.



i have also contemplated bathing in it . . because the smell is simply wonderful . . . but that woudl be crazy . ..
 
Let me tell you now, watch out for using a QD with pink in it if you have a white vehicle. Eventually, not that long though, you will see some pink/purpleish spots throughout. It happened to me using CGs Spray Wax. Really no big deal a polish or glaze will take it out, but still.
 
thats bizzare . . . I have not used the QD you are discussing, but I do use the Adam's and on plenty of light colored vehicles . . . personally I have never had spotting issues with the Adam's line, which is pink in color . . . do you have pics . . . ?
 
fdizzle said:
thats bizzare . . . I have not used the QD you are discussing, but I do use the Adam's and on plenty of light colored vehicles . . . personally I have never had spotting issues with the Adam's line, which is pink in color . . . do you have pics . . . ?
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No pics. It's not there anymore the Menzerna Acrylic Jacket took it off. The Adam's is not as pink as the CG stuff, it's diluted. This did happen after I would say of about 2 weeks of basically every 2-3 days of QDing.
 
gotcha. i knew the CG stuff and Adams were similiar if not the same . . . oh well, it makes good, cheap clay lube.... i think im gonna give FK a try for my regular QD.



On a side note, I have found that Automagics BODYSHINE no. 49a works very well for pad conditioning, and general QD needs . . anyone else use this . . ?
 
LangMan37 said:
long haul QD ain't too bad either.
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it's funny you mention that, because a week ago i was detailing a friends car and grabbed the qd by accident (both the bottles look the same) and it worked well on the tar, dirt, oil, etc.. as well :chuckle: :o .
 
yep, the qd, tire shine and bug remover all come in about the same kind of bottle. Look before using is the key. I think all four work rather well. The 4th being the polish. I've got 2 bottles of the polish, 6 B&T removers, 3 tire shine and 3 QD's. Man I love BIG LOTS!



Oh and 4 sets of the 4 pack for $4.99 each. These might make a nice gift for clients.
 
I have to agree with everyone that is mentioning the Long Haul products. I cleared out all the NW Ohio Big Lots of Long Haul QD (got over 45 bottles at the house!) Tried the Degreaser / Bug Tar remover this past weekend and absolutely loved that also. Guess I have to make another road trip!



I think I remember Scottwax mentioning these products were developed jointly with another company and is the same stuff as long haual only labled differently. Does anyone know the other company? I think I remember Race Glaze? , but not for sure
 
If you have not already I suggest trying Four Star Citrus Punch. It is my go to tar remover and does an excellent job.
 
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