How can I remove aphid excrement from the windshield of my pickup? I
have tried steel wood, SOS pads, WD40, soaked windshild in vegetable
oil, and scraped with a razor blade. None worked. I have read that
aphid excrement is like varnish. Also have read that the excrement is
mostly sugar. I am hesitate to use any thing caustic such as diluted
drano. When driving into the sun it is about imposible to see through
the windshild making driving dangerious. |
Request for Question Clarification by
hummer-ga
on
17 Jul 2005 17:57 PDT
Hi mrmacii,
It sounds like you'll have to purchase some bug and tar remover from
an auto shop. Here are a few, but see what's available locally (make
sure it's safe to use on glass) and ask the guy behind the counter for
a recommendation.
Armor All 7 Tar And Bug Remover (Aerosol)
http://householdproducts.nlm.nih.gov/cgi-bin/household/brands?tbl=brands&id=3027028&query=Detailing&searchas=type&prodcat=all
Trak Auto Bug & Tar Remover
http://householdproducts.nlm.nih.gov/cgi-bin/household/brands?tbl=brands&id=2003046&query=Detailing&searchas=type&prodcat=all
Westleys Bug & Tar Remover
http://householdproducts.nlm.nih.gov/cgi-bin/household/brands?tbl=brands&id=2003058&query=Detailing&searchas=type&prodcat=all
Westleys Bug & Tar Remover-06/19/2002
http://householdproducts.nlm.nih.gov/cgi-bin/household/brands?tbl=brands&id=16004054&query=Detailing&searchas=type&prodcat=all
Westleys Citrus Tar and Bug Remover
http://householdproducts.nlm.nih.gov/cgi-bin/household/brands?tbl=brands&id=2003061&query=Detailing&searchas=type&prodcat=all
Bug and Tar Removers
http://www.midwayautosupply.com/manufacturerminorcategory.asp?Bug%20and%20Tar%20Remover
Meguiar's Bug & Tar Wipes now dissolves the most stubborn of all
contaminants (like bugs and tar) disappear as easy as 1-2-3.
"...safely works wonders on paint, clear plastics, rubber and glass..."
http://www.autogeek.net/megoclbugtar.html
Bug Remover Block
http://www.topoftheline.com/bugtarsponge1.html
Please let me know how it goes, I'll look forward to your update.
Good luck,
hummer
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Clarification of Question by
mrmacii-ga
on
17 Jul 2005 20:41 PDT
Hummer, Thanks for your interest in my problem with aphid excrement.
Your suggestions for bug and tar removal is good for bugs and tar.
What aphids cannot digest is no relation to bugs or tar. I have no
trouble with either bugs or tar. That excrement is, like I said,
mostly sugar and has been refered to as varnish. I am going to try a
steam cleaner if I can be assured steam will not damage the rubber
seal and the wiper blades. Keep your thinking cap on - I need help.
Driving into the sun the excrement defuses the light and I can hardly
see the road. Thanks again for your interest. MrMacII
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Request for Question Clarification by
hummer-ga
on
18 Jul 2005 03:15 PDT
Ok, MrMacII, how about a Paint & Varnish Remover?
"ZARŪ Paint and Varnish Remover (Super Strong Gel) is a
non-flammable, semi-paste paint and varnish remover that quickly
removes all conventional finishes, including polyurethane, from a
variety of surfaces. The product requires no solvents or neutralizers
after removal. Its heavy consistency permits excellent cutting action
on vertical surfaces.
ZARŪ Paint and Varnish Remover is harmless to wood, plaster, metal and
glass surfaces and nylon or natural bristle brushes."
http://www.ugl.com/H2Remov.html
hummer
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Clarification of Question by
mrmacii-ga
on
19 Jul 2005 20:07 PDT
Hummer, I could not find the varnish remover you recommended locally.
I looked at Home Depot, Lowes, and wal-mart. The varnish remover I
looked at did not say they were save to use on glass. In fact they
said not to use it on fiber glass. After that I went to an auto
repair shop and talked to the owner and his assistant. They showed me
that the window was etched, pitted, and could not be cleaned in any
way. I went by my insurance company and they agreed and will replace
the windshild. Therefore I am withdrawing the question as unanswered.
Thank you for your interest. MrMacII
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