Now i have several spots of pine tree gum on my car, which melted and dried tightly on the surface of my car hood. I tried to wash it out with different cleaning supplies, but it seems stronger than glass. I thought to scrape it away with something sharp, but I'm afraid to scretch car paint. What can I use to remove it safely?
2006-09-11 07:02:56 · 9 answers · asked by Dulsinea 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
Rubbing alcohol works wonders, but it may damage the coat of paint on your car. On glass, it'll do the trick right away.
For paint, you can use a clay bar that you'll find at any automotive store (NAPA, Sears, etc.)
Don't park under a pine tree if you can help it. Good luck.
2006-09-11 07:06:30 · answer #1 · answered by Jeff 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The best thing for you to do is take your car to a good car wash. They do have cleaners that will take this gum off, but it is a big job. Don't scrape it and you might as well don't do anything to it, but take it asap to the car wash. They will run it through a couple of times and then if it doesn't come off readily, they will scrub with their cleaners until it's clean. And, don't park your car under any trees because certain saps can cause permanent damage to your paint.
2006-09-11 07:43:07 · answer #2 · answered by skyeblue 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If it's only a few small spots, try nail polish remover or lighter fluid. Use q-tips so you're only applying it onto the sap. Also, try heating it with a blowdryer and scrapping it with a plastic knife or spatula.
If you have a new car, I would recommend taking it to a paint and body shop - I'm sure they have a commerical product that will take care of it. This would be less expensive than you damaging the paint and having to have your car repainted.
2006-09-11 07:26:33 · answer #3 · answered by TechieMommie 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
with the aid of fact the trees and rivers have been the source of residing in historical time basically like Reindeers to the Siberians, the sunlight to the classic Persians. and that they dont worship the computer, motorcycles or automobiles they simply pray to the god for 0-twist of fate or stable destiny.
2016-11-07 02:53:06 · answer #4 · answered by shuey 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Gasoline
2006-09-11 07:38:36 · answer #5 · answered by Joseph 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
One thing that has worked for me is WD40. You spray the spots and wipe them with a soft towel. It may take a few applications, but it is less agressive than other solvents.
2006-09-11 09:49:22 · answer #6 · answered by united9198 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
usually many types of oils or degreasers will help but try it on a spot no one sees first
2006-09-14 12:26:52 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Caranuba cleaner wax.
2006-09-11 09:19:45 · answer #8 · answered by Dave 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
terpintine...go easy...
2006-09-11 07:09:57 · answer #9 · answered by fairly smart 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋