Tree Sap UPDATE

[Gerry Mac]

Any ideas on removal of tree sap. I have a pine tree that drops on my ST. I have tried commercial "tar and bug" removal products but they don't even touch this stuff. How strong a chemical can I use and not damage the paint.



Thanks



Gerry Mac

 

[Steve McKellop]

Get the strongest citrus cleaner you can find and it'll take it right off without harming the finish. I have some industrial strength stuff made by Zep , Big Orange", but I doubt you'll be able to find it retail.

 

[gary s]

tree sap sux this year. our maples are dropping it like crazy :cry:

 

[Robert Caffyn]

I asked this same question last year (I have russian/autumn olive trees) and tried every product I could find to take it off. It took the detail shop 3 buffings to get it all out. Followed by 2 coats of paint sealant, so far so good. Good luck in your search, BC

 

[Mark K 2]

I just leave it and let it wear off on its own.

 

[Todd Z]

didnt some one say a hairdryer one time ?? dont remember..



Todd Z

 

[Bill Barber]

gasoline works just fine

 

[Richard L]

bill barber is correct...or at least mostly correct.

I always use White Gas/Kerosene or Coleman fuel.



Works great and won't harm the finish. Just remember to wash and wax after you get the tar off.



...Rich

 

[Jim parnell]

lighter fuel, gas, kerosene, varsol, etc. just wash the area good after using, then re wax if needed as the above will remove the wax.

 

[Gerry Mac]

Thanks guys, I will give gas, kerosene and varsol and shot. I'll let you know how I make out.



Mac

 

[EddieS'04]

A freind of mine that road triped alot. He would mix 1 cup of kerosene and dawn dish soap, in a 5 gallon bucket. Cleaned very good without harm. You will have to rewax.

 

[Don Pertz]

I use Meguiars NXT on the Trac and when the pine sap dries , I can pick it off in one piece with my finger. It will wash off sometimes. Must not like the polymers.

 

[MikeSondra Grossen]

CLAY BAR

 

[Jeffrey Travis]

WD40?

 

[LaRue Medlin]

Travis,,, WD40 is truly a wonder cleaner.... LOVE IT!:banana:

 

[scott degroot]

If you have the ability to hook up a hose to your hot water tank then use that...the sap will come right off

 

[Gerry Mac]

Tried all the stated remedies and WD 40 took it off.



Thanks to all for the advice



Gerry Mac

 

[Richard L]

Yes, WD40 works as a very good solvent. In fact it is a far better solvent than it is a lubricant for squeaking hinges, etc, most people buy and use it for.



...Rich

 

[Gavin Allan]

A belt sander with 80-grit paper will remove the tree sap instantly...:bwahaha:



I'm just sayin'!!!