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Old 26-05-2013, 12:35 PM
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Tree Sap Removal

Anyone know of a good product and/or method for getting tree sap of a car paint work without damaging said paint finish
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Old 26-05-2013, 12:36 PM
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http://www.wikihow.com/Remove-Tree-Sap-From-Your-Car
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Old 26-05-2013, 02:53 PM
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Hi Hans

Eucalyptus oil works quite well also.

Dab a bit on a clean rag and wipe the affected area, make sure rinse and wipe down the area with clean water afterwards.

I was just reading that link about WD40, blimey is there anything that stuff can't do?
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Old 26-05-2013, 06:25 PM
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Turpentine is also good. Won't harm the paint. Use as per Eucalyptus.
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Old 27-05-2013, 10:12 PM
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Thanks all for your suggestions. I did try the Eucalyptus oil idea today but it didn't really work so I will look at the other suggestions.
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Old 27-05-2013, 10:15 PM
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Turpentine is also good. Won't harm the paint. Use as per Eucalyptus.
I use turpentine, too-also good for tar spots.
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Old 28-05-2013, 06:34 PM
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I use turpentine, too-also good for tar spots.
As, surprisingly, is butter !!
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Old 28-05-2013, 07:01 PM
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As, surprisingly, is butter !!
I didn't know that one, Brent! I'll certainly try it, as my car is white and shows every tar spot.
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