Love bugs on cars: partial solution

[golf4two]

Apply Saran Wrap to the front bumper, being careful not to block the radiator air intake grill; when there are enough bugs caught that you want to remove it, simply peel it off, roll it up in a ball, throw it away, and apply a new piece. This can save time and money by reducing the number of times that you need to go to the car wash.

[vintageogauge]

They are pretty much gone now. When they were here I just kept a small bucket of soapy water in the garage and wipe them off when I pull in, not a big deal and don't have to be careful doing it. Drove from Fenney to Target on 441/27 and then across 466 to 301 and back south to Fenney. When I got home there was one bog on my bumper, I wiped it off and then put the bucket away until fall.

[MSchad]

Apply Saran Wrap to the front bumper, being careful not to block the radiator air intake grill; when there are enough bugs caught that you want to remove it, simply peel it off, roll it up in a ball, throw it away, and apply a new piece. This can save time and money by reducing the number of times that you need to go to the car wash.
Or use a wet dryer sheet. They come very easily. Probably not as fast a plastic wrap, but I would be afraid the wrap could come off while driving.

[retiredguy123]

Apply Saran Wrap to the front bumper, being careful not to block the radiator air intake grill; when there are enough bugs caught that you want to remove it, simply peel it off, roll it up in a ball, throw it away, and apply a new piece. This can save time and money by reducing the number of times that you need to go to the car wash.
I can't even apply Saran Wrap to a bowl without getting it all tangled and twisted.

[dewilson58]

I use Saran Wrap with I go into Winn Dixie.........very entertaining to watch people.

[600th Photo Sq]

Apply Saran Wrap to the front bumper, being careful not to block the radiator air intake grill; when there are enough bugs caught that you want to remove it, simply peel it off, roll it up in a ball, throw it away, and apply a new piece. This can save time and money by reducing the number of times that you need to go to the car wash.

What a terrific idea. Especially on a long trip.

Thank You :)

[Mini_T]

:I can't even apply Saran Wrap to a bowl without getting it all tangled and twisted.


:1rotfl:

[JGVillages]

What will the sun baking on the Saran Wrap do in the 90* heat ?????????????

[600th Photo Sq]

What will the sun baking on the Saran Wrap do in the 90* heat ?????????????

Well try it out on plastic now. Plus the Love Bugs will be back in September so there is enough time to do many tests.

I'm counting on you. :ohdear:

[donassaid]

WD 40 or Pam cooking spray is much easier and does not affect the paint job regardless of what the recent article in the newspaper implies. Works like a charm.

[jerseyjoy]

We use Sprayway glass cleaner - spray it on the bumper and let it sit a minute or two. Then use one of those netted dishcloths to remove the bugs. Works great!

[Bill32]

WD 40 or Pam cooking spray is much easier and does not affect the paint job regardless of what the recent article in the newspaper implies. Works like a charm.

Tried the Pam, definitely a mistake...left streaks on the hood that took a long time to get rid of...

[Bill32]

Will definitely try the Saran wrap next season....

[Bay Kid]

Keep a good layer of wax/polish on the front end. As soon as I get home I use a damp rag to clean away those pesky bugs.

[davem4616]

the little buggers seem to be done for now....I too had been using Pam (mistake)...will try the WD40 in the fall....

[kendi]

We use damp dryer sheets which work quite well.

[genobambino]

Plastic wrap is a bad idea, if it comes loose and gets into the radiator the engine will over heat. Not to mention it would be really hard to get the plastic out of the radiator, so potential for a big bill. Wax the heck out of the front of the car, then spray wd40 on the bugs and wash off, no damage to paint.

[Hackercraft]

Spray the front of the vehicle with snow plow wax available on Amazon. I use Deep Woods brand and the bugs rinse off with a hose. Also Rain X the windshield same results, just hose it off.

[Mumbles]

Apply Saran Wrap to the front bumper, being careful not to block the radiator air intake grill; when there are enough bugs caught that you want to remove it, simply peel it off, roll it up in a ball, throw it away, and apply a new piece. This can save time and money by reducing the number of times that you need to go to the car wash.

:bigbow:

[SANDRAJANE]

Apply Saran Wrap to the front bumper, being careful not to block the radiator air intake grill; when there are enough bugs caught that you want to remove it, simply peel it off, roll it up in a ball, throw it away, and apply a new piece. This can save time and money by reducing the number of times that you need to go to the car wash.
Use ARMORALL Protectant wipes. Two weeks ago, I wiped the Love Bugs gently off the car with it and then wiped it with fresh wipes on most of the car. It was amazing...not one Love Bug flying around me and the car went back on the car. It’s the best solution ever for them.

[The Rabid Golfer]

Growing up in Brevard County, we would have NOTHING but bugs coming to Orlando via SR520. Two things we learned:

1) Pam spray vegetable oil was the best device to keep from ruining your hood paint and easily removing after a car wash, BUT...........

2) that DOES NOT keep them from clogging your radiator from these gifts from the gods.

You MUST high pressure wash through your radiator, engine side out towards front bumper or suffer the consequences !!!!!!!!!!

[KEP721]

I can't even apply Saran Wrap to a bowl without getting it all tangled and twisted.

Thanks for the laugh!