Yeah, if they are dispensing sand/salt it will do a number on the front of a car. I was young and didn't know this. After I bought a new windshield and headlight assemblies for the Honda Accord I had at the time, I had a monetary reminder to never for get. Like driving behind a sand blaster.
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I do the things that I must, and really regret, are unfortunately necessary.

RIP OBG