How to get rid of tree sap on paint?
09-22-09, 05:54 PM
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How to get rid of tree sap on paint?
I parked under a tree couple days ago and noticed tree sap stuck onto my paint of my door. I tried washing it off today but it wouldn't budge at all. I tried rubbing it off with a towel for 20 minutes but it only got rid of 20% of it. Is there anything in particular I can buy to remove it?
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No, definately not....would not recommend scraping your paint with a plastic razor (Could cause damage) unless you want to hire a detailer to remove the scratches.....I would suggest you use "Stoners" Tarminator or Xenit. Then follow up with a quick detailer and a MicroFiber then apply your wax or sealant on the panel.
09-25-09, 01:21 AM
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Key word is "could" Dave, which is why I said carefully 
. To use a plastic razor is to have enough common sense of what not to do. I'm sure anyone can figure that out which is why I did not go into detail on what to do. I've done it countless times on mine and clients cars like you probably have judging by your sig and your website
Though you do bring up a great point. There are multiple ways of tackling this problem. The OP just needs to decide which one he is capable of thats all
. To use a plastic razor is to have enough common sense of what not to do. I'm sure anyone can figure that out which is why I did not go into detail on what to do. I've done it countless times on mine and clients cars like you probably have judging by your sig and your websiteThough you do bring up a great point. There are multiple ways of tackling this problem. The OP just needs to decide which one he is capable of thats all
09-25-09, 05:44 AM
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I've said this many times before; They make shellac out of sap.
What then, dilutes/thins shellac?
Denatured Alcohol.
It will completely dissolve even hard sap (It'll take longer on super hard sap, but It'll work). Use a clean cotton rag or towel.
In a pinch, Isopropyl alcohol works well too, it's just not quite as strong as the denatured..
You'll leave whitish haze from the breakdown of the sap, but a polish or cleaner wax will solve that, esp. since you need to wax again anyway, after the alcohol.
Good luck!
What then, dilutes/thins shellac?
Denatured Alcohol.
It will completely dissolve even hard sap (It'll take longer on super hard sap, but It'll work). Use a clean cotton rag or towel.
In a pinch, Isopropyl alcohol works well too, it's just not quite as strong as the denatured..
You'll leave whitish haze from the breakdown of the sap, but a polish or cleaner wax will solve that, esp. since you need to wax again anyway, after the alcohol.
Good luck!
09-25-09, 04:30 PM
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what about using goo gone? i have never tried it, but i am pretty sure it is safe on paint.
hmm, i dont even know what that is. i will look into it. thanks for the tip
I've said this many times before; They make shellac out of sap.
What then, dilutes/thins shellac?
Denatured Alcohol.
It will completely dissolve even hard sap (It'll take longer on super hard sap, but It'll work). Use a clean cotton rag or towel.
In a pinch, Isopropyl alcohol works well too, it's just not quite as strong as the denatured..
You'll leave whitish haze from the breakdown of the sap, but a polish or cleaner wax will solve that, esp. since you need to wax again anyway, after the alcohol.
Good luck!
What then, dilutes/thins shellac?
Denatured Alcohol.
It will completely dissolve even hard sap (It'll take longer on super hard sap, but It'll work). Use a clean cotton rag or towel.
In a pinch, Isopropyl alcohol works well too, it's just not quite as strong as the denatured..
You'll leave whitish haze from the breakdown of the sap, but a polish or cleaner wax will solve that, esp. since you need to wax again anyway, after the alcohol.
Good luck!
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