How to Clean an Egged Car
Having your car egged is an unpleasant experience. You might think that your car is damaged forever and you will need to get a new paint job. Fortunately, you can remove egg from the exterior of your car. Results will vary depending on how long the egg has been on the car and the outside temperature.
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Instructions
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Clean an egged car as soon as possible. The longer you allow the eggs to sit on the paint, the better the chances of your paint job getting ruined.
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Remove all visible egg shells from the exterior of the car. Pick them off by hand. Washing the car while egg shells remain, regardless of their size, can cause scratching to the car's surface.
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Prepare a solution of 1 gallon warm to hot water and 1/4 cup white vinegar. Pour into a spray bottle.
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Spray the solution onto the egged area. Do not be stingy with the spray. You want to soak the egg and allow the vinegar to neutralize the egg.
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Allow the solution to set for at least 5 minutes. Spray once more.
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Rub the egg off your car in gentle circular motions with a clean towel. The egg should be easily removed. If this is not the case respray the solution onto your car and repeat.
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Tips & Warnings
If you do not have vinegar handy, wash with soap and water.
Do not take your car through a car wash. If there are egg shells on your vehicle they could scratch the paint job.
