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Blue GMC · 07-02-2015, 08:06 AM

I have about a 125 mIle trip to make from Eureka Ks to my house to finally get the old girl home. With all the rain we have had this spring the bugs are thick as heck right now. Will using blue painters tape on the nose of my truck and grill save me hours of detail work removing bugs or create another mess? Any better ideas welcome.
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**special-K** · 07-02-2015, 08:17 AM

Just wax the heck out of it. Maybe just leave it on, no wipe till you get home?

cherokeejohn · 07-02-2015, 08:26 AM

Use 3M (Green) auto body masking tape. Available at any auto parts store. You can use the yellow also. I recommend the bright green because it is thicker and holds together and sticks better , esp in water ( via rain or wet-sanding). Any glue residue from the tape wil not harm your finish and can be removed with (again I recommend) Mothers spray cleaner and wax. I worked as a painter/body tech for 14 years and 2 as a mobile detail'er so quality comes in brand name products, hence the 3M and Mothers. good luck

stepsider · 07-02-2015, 08:26 AM

Are we talking new paint ?? Put nothing on new paint, Old or nice paint ok, or give it a nice waxing.

cherokeejohn · 07-02-2015, 08:33 AM

I second Stepsider I'd give new paint at least a week if not 2. Some paints actually take a year + to fully cure

Blue GMC · 07-02-2015, 08:41 AM

The paint is 4 years old just only has 450 miles on it since the frame off. Didn't have storage at the new house until just last month and my father-in-law picked up a new toy that he will need the shop room for. Just hwy gun shy picked up a dent from a rock last time out on my nos 67 GMC grill trying not to have a repeat.
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cooperhw · 07-02-2015, 10:23 AM

I personally would just drive it. It's a truck. Not an original portrait of the Mona Lisa.
I've got a 67 Chevelle that's kinda on the high end with a laser straight black paint job on it. 9000 miles so far, and yes, some rock chips. I touch em up occasionally and figure if they get bad enough some day I will re-shoot the nose.
YOU GOTTA DRIVE EM. That's the only way you get back any kind of return on investment. Not to mention the smiles you get in your heart and head every time someone gives you a thumbs up.

JMO

ol'blu72 · 07-02-2015, 10:32 AM

My buddy did the blue tape thing driving cross country in his new GT500, it looked stupid.

fun in dirt · 07-02-2015, 11:26 AM

What about using one of those plastic-like static cling window signs. No tape to mess with, easy on/off & good in rain. Maybe you could hit up your local parts store, Taco Bell or somebody like that for an old one.

WarMonger · 07-02-2015, 11:38 AM

Drive really fast, you will get home quicker. Then wash it. problem solved.

**Already Gone** · 07-02-2015, 12:00 PM

Years ago I used to spray PAM all over the front and hood of my 70 Charger when I went a few hundred miles to a car show. When you get where you are going just wash the Pam and any bugs off with a garden hose.

**leddzepp** · 07-02-2015, 12:09 PM

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Originally Posted by warmonger

drive really fast, you will get home quicker. Then wash it. Problem solved.

x2

Smoothride · 07-02-2015, 12:14 PM

just put the tailgate down and drive it in reverse

sboris · 07-02-2015, 12:43 PM

Its a non issue. Wax it. Drive it. Detailing it is part of it.

If 125 mi is too far, doesnt sound like your going to drive it much or cruise places.
Better get an enclosed trailer..

Doug's68SS · 07-02-2015, 12:53 PM

Drive it and when you go to wash it get one of your wifes Dryer sheets (put in dryer to soften clothes) and wet it a start wiping the bugs will come right off.

Userone · 07-02-2015, 01:11 PM

smear vasaline all over it. then keep the rest of the tub in your glovebox or center console so you'll have it in a handy place when you need it again.

BossHogg69 · 07-02-2015, 01:39 PM

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Originally Posted by fun in dirt

What about using one of those plastic-like static cling window signs. No tape to mess with, easy on/off & good in rain. Maybe you could hit up your local parts store, Taco Bell or somebody like that for an old one.

I did something similar with some blue tinted plastic wrap I got from the guy that painted my truck when I took it on a 4 hour trip on an open car hauler. It's pretty much like saran wrap, but heavier. pics below - it came off easily and didn't leave any adhesive residue. I did have 3M blue tape on the wheels and the residue was a pain to get off because I had the tape on for too long. The yellow or green body 3M autobody tape would have been better.

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Originally Posted by Userone

smear vasaline all over it. then keep the rest of the tub in your glovebox or center console so you'll have it in a handy place when you need it again.

This comment coupled with the Ron Jeremy profile pic made me blow a funny fuse.

Jack_71C10 · 07-02-2015, 07:59 PM

Don't use tape. The sun and heat will bake the adhesive on.
It will be a pain to remove. Wax well then spray on pam.

**special-K** · 07-02-2015, 08:55 PM

Since this is an epic run for the truck, get a wrap for the nose made that looks like a frog. All the bugs will zig out of the way. Ones that don't, the wrap will take care of. It's a no brainer!

**jakewalter** · 07-02-2015, 10:07 PM

You could rent a inclosed trailer?

**davischevy** · 07-02-2015, 10:13 PM

3M, among others, makes a clear film expressly for your purpose.

**davischevy** · 07-02-2015, 10:16 PM

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Originally Posted by special-K

Since this is an epic run for the truck, get a wrap for the nose made that looks like a frog. All the bugs will zig out of the way. Ones that don't, the wrap will take care of. It's a no brainer!

Special-K, looks like your bored again. Lol

dirtyjim · 07-03-2015, 06:20 AM

do not put masking take on if it might be exposed to rain. if the tape is left on after its exposed to water it will cause the glue to set and then it will be a royal pain to remove

07-02-2015, 08:06 AM	#1
Blue GMC Registered User Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Olathe, KS Posts: 384	Blue painters tape? I have about a 125 mIle trip to make from Eureka Ks to my house to finally get the old girl home. With all the rain we have had this spring the bugs are thick as heck right now. Will using blue painters tape on the nose of my truck and grill save me hours of detail work removing bugs or create another mess? Any better ideas welcome. Posted via Mobile Device

07-02-2015, 08:17 AM	#2
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: Blue painters tape? Just wax the heck out of it. Maybe just leave it on, no wipe till you get home? __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

07-02-2015, 08:26 AM	#3
cherokeejohn Registered User Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Wasteminster, Maryland Posts: 409	Re: Blue painters tape? Use 3M (Green) auto body masking tape. Available at any auto parts store. You can use the yellow also. I recommend the bright green because it is thicker and holds together and sticks better , esp in water ( via rain or wet-sanding). Any glue residue from the tape wil not harm your finish and can be removed with (again I recommend) Mothers spray cleaner and wax. I worked as a painter/body tech for 14 years and 2 as a mobile detail'er so quality comes in brand name products, hence the 3M and Mothers. good luck __________________ 72 C/10, LWB, 5.7, Auto, with A/C F.B.I = Full Blood Indian Appalachia/Eastern Cherokee,"Tsalagi"

07-02-2015, 08:26 AM	#4
stepsider Registered User Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Roseville, CA Posts: 207	Re: Blue painters tape? Are we talking new paint ?? Put nothing on new paint, Old or nice paint ok, or give it a nice waxing.

07-02-2015, 08:33 AM	#5
cherokeejohn Registered User Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Wasteminster, Maryland Posts: 409	Re: Blue painters tape? I second Stepsider I'd give new paint at least a week if not 2. Some paints actually take a year + to fully cure __________________ 72 C/10, LWB, 5.7, Auto, with A/C F.B.I = Full Blood Indian Appalachia/Eastern Cherokee,"Tsalagi"

07-02-2015, 08:41 AM	#6
Blue GMC Registered User Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Olathe, KS Posts: 384	Re: Blue painters tape? The paint is 4 years old just only has 450 miles on it since the frame off. Didn't have storage at the new house until just last month and my father-in-law picked up a new toy that he will need the shop room for. Just hwy gun shy picked up a dent from a rock last time out on my nos 67 GMC grill trying not to have a repeat. Posted via Mobile Device

07-02-2015, 10:23 AM	#7
cooperhw Registered User Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Mesa AZ (Near Phoenix) Posts: 2,302	Re: Blue painters tape? I personally would just drive it. It's a truck. Not an original portrait of the Mona Lisa. I've got a 67 Chevelle that's kinda on the high end with a laser straight black paint job on it. 9000 miles so far, and yes, some rock chips. I touch em up occasionally and figure if they get bad enough some day I will re-shoot the nose. YOU GOTTA DRIVE EM. That's the only way you get back any kind of return on investment. Not to mention the smiles you get in your heart and head every time someone gives you a thumbs up. JMO __________________ "Life is too short to drive a boring vehicle". Later, Wayne

07-02-2015, 10:32 AM	#8
ol'blu72 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Hampton Roads VA Posts: 333	Re: Blue painters tape? My buddy did the blue tape thing driving cross country in his new GT500, it looked stupid. __________________ Brad 72 Blazer CST 350/350/205

07-02-2015, 11:26 AM	#9
fun in dirt Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Mississippi Posts: 2,122	Re: Blue painters tape? What about using one of those plastic-like static cling window signs. No tape to mess with, easy on/off & good in rain. Maybe you could hit up your local parts store, Taco Bell or somebody like that for an old one. __________________ '72 C to K20 "Cannibalizer" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...32#post8653432 '85 K30 "Big Nassy" [B]'85 C10 [B] "Corpse" '01 2500 Suburban ...party wagon & tow truck '06 Silverado SS...DD '06 C1500 WT...DD '07 Classic C1500 WT...DD Built & sold cause can't keep 'em all: '72 Blazer "The Bucket" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=433190 '55 Chevy straight axle gasser https://www.trifive.com/forums/showthread.php?t=173938 '69 Pro Street Chevelle http://www.chevelles.com/forums/showthread.php?t=332541 '86 M1031 CUCV http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=553619

07-02-2015, 11:38 AM	#10
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Smoothride Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Houston, tx Posts: 100	Re: Blue painters tape? just put the tailgate down and drive it in reverse

07-02-2015, 12:43 PM	#14
sboris Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Osceola, Ia Posts: 2,017	Re: Blue painters tape? Its a non issue. Wax it. Drive it. Detailing it is part of it. If 125 mi is too far, doesnt sound like your going to drive it much or cruise places. Better get an enclosed trailer.. __________________ Shawn 68 chevy K/20 05 chevy 3/4 4x4 71 short step-sold 71 chevy Beauville van My build. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=633039

07-02-2015, 12:53 PM	#15
Doug's68SS Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Canton, Tx Posts: 175	Re: Blue painters tape? Drive it and when you go to wash it get one of your wifes Dryer sheets (put in dryer to soften clothes) and wet it a start wiping the bugs will come right off.

07-02-2015, 01:11 PM	#16
Userone Registered User Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: White Hall, AR Posts: 72	Re: Blue painters tape? smear vasaline all over it. then keep the rest of the tub in your glovebox or center console so you'll have it in a handy place when you need it again.



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07-02-2015, 08:55 PM	#19
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: Blue painters tape? Since this is an epic run for the truck, get a wrap for the nose made that looks like a frog. All the bugs will zig out of the way. Ones that don't, the wrap will take care of. It's a no brainer! __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

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07-03-2015, 06:20 AM	#23
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