Thank you Rebecca.
I used the soft wetted tissue method on bird droppings but never ealised the bugs would mark the paintwork so much.
Your reply raises couple of questions;
What 'quick detailer' you would advise?
Are all detailers compatible?
What process would you advise to remove the bug etching?
I am considering have the whole of the front end wrapped in PPF but extensive research reveals even that material can be damaged by bug splats.
Any advice you can offer would be appreciated.
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Hi Mike,
Quick detailers are not all equal but their main function in removal of bird poo is lubrication of the surface and moistening of the offending poo, so that it is easier to remove with as little risk to the paint a possible, though once removed if it’s etched the damage is done, but no need to further marr the paint removing it.
So the QD is for that purpose in this case, so lots will do that job, but you might as well get one that is easy to use and easy to buff off.
My absolute favourite is Chemical Guys Speed Wipe. Really excellent QD and so easy to use and buff off leaving no residue unlike some QDs do.
My second favourite is Bouncers Done & Dusted for similar reasons.
Both are really great QDs.
To remove the etching you’ll need to polish to remove a few microns of damaged clearcoat. If you have a DA then this will take no time at all using a finishing polish on a finishing pad, just a few passes over the area will get rid of it. If no DA, then same but by hand using finishing polish on a fine foam pad. It’ll take a bit more effort though but should be doable.
I’m not a fan or user of PPF so can’t offer any advice on that.