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Old Apr 1, 2007 | 07:23 PM
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i have a problem with tree sap on my o1 c5,ive tried 3m solvent,alcohol,
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Old Apr 1, 2007 | 07:29 PM
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Bug and Tar remover. If that doesn't work, try WD40...no kidding.

Then go buy a cover.
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Claybar might also take it off, good time to detail.
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I can't remember the english word for what I used to remove it with
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Occaisionally I'll get a few very small, very hard, "deposits" on my finish... almost like a clear resin. I can scratch them off with my fingernail, but I find that actually damages the paint. I cover the spot with small patches (dime size) of paper towel and saturate with WD40. Fifteen minutes will usually soften whatever it is, enough to wipe off.
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Originally Posted by JACKAL0PE
Bug and Tar remover. If that doesn't work, try WD40...no kidding.

Then go buy a cover.
with this and the Clay bar comment.
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