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Fixing Bug Etching

Discussion in 'Detailing' started by spyshot, Jun 9, 2024.

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Jun 9, 2024 at 4:52 AM

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I have a highlander that has some very bad bug damage on the front that will not come off with washing. I ran a clay bar across the surface recently with no improvement. What's next? I can feel the "etching" with my fingernail. I have an old turtle wax polisher that I've never used. Any suggestions on what product specifically to try next in conjunction with the polisher? I was thinking Mequiars Scratch X?

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Adam

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