Stubborn Tree Sap

**Chala** · 10-31-2015, 05:27 PM

I have tree sap on my car it's one drop about 1/8 of an in in diameter, it's hard as rock. I tried using Turtle Wax T-520A Bug and Tar Remover, it didn't budge. How can i remove this sap or wax without damaging my finish, anyone? Thanks!

**GSKR** · 10-31-2015, 05:52 PM

Lacquer thinner will safely remove really quick becareful of painted stripes and do not use on rubber or vinyl surfaces,if on glass use razor blade and glass cleaner then wax or seal car.

**antti@561detailing** · 10-31-2015, 06:15 PM

I would never touch paint with lacquer thinner. But I had good luck with hand sanitizer. Don't really matter which one. spread over let it sit a little and wipe off gently.

**GSKR** · 10-31-2015, 06:22 PM

Let us know which works faster.

**Chala** · 10-31-2015, 08:09 PM

Originally Posted by antti@561detailing

I would never touch paint with lacquer thinner. But I had good luck with hand sanitizer. Don't really matter which one. spread over let it sit a little and wipe off gently.

Well its a brand new car i don't know if i like the sound of any thinner, but hand sanitizer is worth a shot, should i let it sit for a few minutes? thanks!

**EliteDetailing** · 10-31-2015, 09:17 PM

Also you can dab a microfiber soaked with IPA until removed.

**kosmetikwerks** · 10-31-2015, 10:28 PM

Use a razer blade or needle to open up the sap then soak in 'sap remover product' I use a carbrite sap remover product combined with razer blade technique.. Have been successfull for years with this technique and no damage. PM me if you want me to explain in depth!

**Souldetailer** · 10-31-2015, 10:51 PM

Originally Posted by kosmetikwerks

Use a razer blade or needle to open up the sap then soak in 'sap remover product' I use a carbrite sap remover product combined with razer blade technique.. Have been successfull for years with this technique and no damage. PM me if you want me to explain in depth!

I would try an old girlfriend. Can' t hurt that's for sure.

Peace,

Darrin

**IcingOnTheWhip** · 11-01-2015, 03:08 AM

Hand sanitizer works cause it has isoprophyl alcohol in it. Alcohol by it self work . Any rubbing alcohol from your local rite aid or wherever you buy products from

**antti@561detailing** · 11-01-2015, 05:37 PM

Originally Posted by Chala

Well its a brand new car i don't know if i like the sound of any thinner, but hand sanitizer is worth a shot, should i let it sit for a few minutes? thanks!

Let it sit few minutes or however long, till it comes off easy.