I just washed my xB and thought I would snap some pics while the sun was still out!

 

Looking good....but you definately need to work on getting those bugs off the windshield and front bumper. Down here the Love Bugs will literally eat the paint off your front bumper (acidic guts I guess).

 

Thanks for the advice, do you know of any bug remover that isn't hard on the paint? I just use a wet shammoi to rub the bugs off.

 

I use bug and tar by Turtle Wax..awesome stuff

 

Super cool! Thanks, I'll pick some up tommorow

 

Front end looks nice... Have any wheels/springs in mind?

 

Yeah, I want to get some wheels, but I'm still trying to decide what size/style I want

 

yeh, it's tough deciding

GL with finding a set you like your xb is looking nice so far

 

lets say I wanted to add lowering springs, but I didn't want a lot of drop, what would you all recommend? I mainly want to improve the ride quality of the rear axle.

 

Dude, lookin sweeeet

i agree, that is the stuff for them here in FLA... i should start buying stock in turtlewax

 

Stoners Invisible glass and newspaper will do the right job on the windows..........Looks better in daylight then the night shots you took.

 

the mr. clean magic erasers are the shiznid. (for getting bugs and scuff marks off)

 

I really great set of springs to go with is the TRD springs. Its not a big drop but the ride quality is pretty good.

 

Looks good, but drop it like its hawt!! What should I use to get the bugs of the tC? The stuff above? Where to buy?

 

I wash my vehicle all the time and I never used any bug remover. The best and low cost way to remove just about any bug stains is to wash the car in a shade, let the soap do the work. Just let it soak in the bug stain as your washing the rest of the car and the stain should wipe right off with a few rubs. To avoid scratches, use a Microfiber Wash Mitt or rag to remove the stains. For really stubborn stains, use Simple Green or any good quality all purpose cleaner will work, just don't let it set in for too long. Use the foam setting on the sprayer of Simple Green so you don't have it running where you don't need it.

 

so far looks good but damn ya did miss a few spots on the wash hehe.

 

Generally I use a quick detail spray (like Meguiars or Mothers) and a microfiber cloth. It is lovebug season here in Central FL, so I don't let them sit on there longer than a day. Plus the stuff is very gentle on the paint and I feel it does a great job removing fresh kills off the front bumper.

For the stuff that has been on there longer, I tend to get it all off with a cleaner wax and sometimes a clay bar. The Bug & Tar remover works well too. Either way...with these last two methods you'll need to rewax the car since the cleaner wax, clay bar, or Bug & Tar remover will strip the wax off the surface of your paint.

 

Nice xB, funny thing is I just ordered the same parts to make the same front end before I saw yours. Haha. O well, looks like my box will look good.