Tree Sap removal
03-18-2018, 09:10 AM
#1
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Tree Sap removal
I've got hundreds of fresh (last night) tree sap spots on my hood and front fenders. Looking for a safe way to remove them without damaging paint.
Seems like the bug and tar removers aren't working for others.
I don't mind removing wax and other sealants if rubbing alcohol is the only way.
Need suggestions please !
Seems like the bug and tar removers aren't working for others.
I don't mind removing wax and other sealants if rubbing alcohol is the only way.
Need suggestions please !
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stymie222 (03-18-2018)
03-18-2018, 09:42 AM
#4
Le Mans Master
Hot soapy water.
Bug and Tar has worked for me in the past.
WD40 may also work.
Use clay if need be.
Alcohol gasoline kerosene are also products you can try.
I'd also surmise that sealants and wax will be removed in any case other than the soapy water technique, so be prepared.
Last resort use a power buffer.
Other members may have better techniques.
Good luck.
Bug and Tar has worked for me in the past.
WD40 may also work.
Use clay if need be.
Alcohol gasoline kerosene are also products you can try.
I'd also surmise that sealants and wax will be removed in any case other than the soapy water technique, so be prepared.
Last resort use a power buffer.
Other members may have better techniques.
Good luck.
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stymie222 (03-18-2018)
03-18-2018, 09:57 AM
#5
Race Director
Hot soapy water.
Bug and Tar has worked for me in the past.
WD40 may also work.
Use clay if need be.
Alcohol gasoline kerosene are also products you can try.
I'd also surmise that sealants and wax will be removed in any case other than the soapy water technique, so be prepared.
Last resort use a power buffer.
Other members may have better techniques.
Good luck.
Bug and Tar has worked for me in the past.
WD40 may also work.
Use clay if need be.
Alcohol gasoline kerosene are also products you can try.
I'd also surmise that sealants and wax will be removed in any case other than the soapy water technique, so be prepared.
Last resort use a power buffer.
Other members may have better techniques.
Good luck.
That's about it. Some tree sap is more difficult than others, just never use an abrasive. The wax or sealer will most likely be removed so you may need to polish the area and reseal and wax.
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stymie222 (03-18-2018)
03-18-2018, 11:16 AM
#6
Drifting
^^ agreed
Can also use Tarminator to remove tree sap
Can also use Tarminator to remove tree sap
Last edited by yamabob; 03-18-2018 at 11:16 AM.
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stymie222 (03-19-2018)
03-28-2018, 07:33 AM
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03-30-2018, 11:04 AM
#10
Le Mans Master
Wow, credit card, hard plastic.
There is more trust in this tool than I have.
Maybe a paper business card instead.
I guess one could experiment with the CC in a "hidden" area.
FWIW I have never tried this CC or BC technique.
There is more trust in this tool than I have.
Maybe a paper business card instead.
I guess one could experiment with the CC in a "hidden" area.
FWIW I have never tried this CC or BC technique.
03-31-2018, 09:42 AM
#11
Instructor
Claybar in the wrong hands can cause sever marring. (Google “claybar marring”) and it’s much softer than a credit card even with the proper clay lube. Clay bar is also an option for this but only in experienced hands typically followed up with at a minimum a single stage polish.
This is not a knock on the OP but if he believes IPA is the only way to remove wax and sealant then that indicates to me a limited knowledge of options to correct his issue with tree sap. Well that and the original ask.
Any time you’re correcting issues with your painted and cleared surfaces particularly when you’re inexperienced, you should always start with the least aggressive method and work your way to more aggressive.
I would not consider WD40 and a hard piece of plastic “least aggressive.”
This is not a knock on the OP but if he believes IPA is the only way to remove wax and sealant then that indicates to me a limited knowledge of options to correct his issue with tree sap. Well that and the original ask.
Any time you’re correcting issues with your painted and cleared surfaces particularly when you’re inexperienced, you should always start with the least aggressive method and work your way to more aggressive.
I would not consider WD40 and a hard piece of plastic “least aggressive.”
Last edited by WIC7Diver; 03-31-2018 at 09:44 AM.
05-06-2018, 10:54 PM
#14
Le Mans Master
my mom came over this week so I can wash her car and she had tree sap all over the hood - Goo Gone took it off easy
washed car
use Goo Gone took off sap
washed car again to take off goo gone
easy and quick
05-09-2018, 06:46 AM
#15
Instructor
Stuff works wonders on all things sticky.
07-04-2019, 12:26 PM
#18
After using goo gone
Is there anything you should do after using Goo Gone to remove tree sap from your car
