Removing Tree Sap
Thread Starter
Pro
Joined: Jan 2001
Posts: 681
Likes: 2
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
Joined: May 2001
Posts: 1,295
Likes: 2
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.
Le Mans Master
Joined: Apr 2002
Posts: 5,726
Likes: 46
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.
Corvette Stories
The Best of Corvette for Corvette Enthusiasts
Corvette ZR1X Will Be Pacing the Indy 500, And Could Probably Race, Too!
Verdad Gallardo
Top 10 Corvettes Coming to Mecum Indy 2026!
Brett Foote
Top 10 C9 Corvette MUST-HAVES to Fix These C8 Generation Flaws!
Michael S. Palmer
10 Revolutionary 'Corvette Firsts' Most People Don't Know
Joe Kucinski
5 Reasons to Upgrade to an LS6-Powered Corvette; 5 Reasons to Stay LT2
Michael S. Palmer
2027 Corvette vs The World: Every C8 vs Its Closest Competitor
Joe Kucinski
10 Most Common Corvette Problems of the Last 20 Years!
Joe Kucinski
5 MOST and 5 LEAST Popular Corvette Model Years in History!
Joe Kucinski
2027 Corvette Buyer's Guide: Everything You Need to Know!
Joe Kucinski
Pro
Joined: Apr 2000
Posts: 696
Likes: 18
From: Jenkintown PA
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!
Drifting
Joined: Jun 2001
Posts: 1,997
Likes: 1
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.
