Removing Tree Sap
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From: Newton (Wichita Area) Kansas
Removing Tree Sap
Dangit! I hate it when this happens. Do you guys know any tricks for removing dried-on tree sap? I've already tried Brakleen and Simple Green. Smeared it around a little bit but the bulk of it is still there and not budging.
Drifting
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From: Surprise Arizona
Re: Removing Tree Sap (jmr302)
I have a spray bottle of Tar and tree sap remover. Turtle wax makes it I think. It works pretty decent. Other than that you can try polishing compound for clear coat. That will remove just about anything including the clear if you get to crazy with it.
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From: Waukesha WI
St. Jude Donor '15
Re: Removing Tree Sap (c4cruiser)
Is WD40 actually safe for paint? I have a few nasty tree sap blobs to remove from my hood this weekend.
I know laquer thinner will instantly remove sap but I am not about to put that on my paint. I used the Turtle Wax remover but it seemed to take forever to work.
I know laquer thinner will instantly remove sap but I am not about to put that on my paint. I used the Turtle Wax remover but it seemed to take forever to work.
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Re: Removing Tree Sap (jmr302)
I just read in a local newspaper auto column that turpentine is the ticket! Now I hadn't tried it! Not sure I spelled it right but, according to the writer it's the right stuff! I would read the label too before purchasing!
I've used Blue Coral and it's pretty effective. Because the sap is so dry, I would soak a rag with the Blue Coral lay in on the sap for 20 to 30 minutes and then try to remove with a soaked rag. Several applications may be necessary, but don't rush it.
Good Luck!
I've used Blue Coral and it's pretty effective. Because the sap is so dry, I would soak a rag with the Blue Coral lay in on the sap for 20 to 30 minutes and then try to remove with a soaked rag. Several applications may be necessary, but don't rush it.
Good Luck!
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From: Lake Ozark MO
Re: Removing Tree Sap (jmr302)
I'm sure solvents will do the trick. But I just finished off my RSX with a clay bar and was thoroughly impressed. I still need to do some research on why it's so effective, but it did do the job quite well. I'd recommend it.
