Thread: tree sap removal

Results 1 to 12 of 12
  1. #1 tree sap removal 
    SE Level Member
    Join Date
    Nov 2009
    Location
    wausau
    Posts
    4
    Thanks (Received)
    0
    Likes (Received)
    0
    Dislikes (Received)
    0
    ya so i clay bared and waxed my gp last week and over the week i must have parked under a tree or something and now there is sap all over my hood
    any suggestions as to the safest way to remove this crap?
    Reply With Quote  
     

  2. #2 Re: tree sap removal 
    The Blue One blueguy's Avatar
    Join Date
    Jun 2008
    Location
    Dirtyzville, Missery
    Posts
    31,287
    Thanks (Received)
    1
    Likes (Received)
    2
    Dislikes (Received)
    0
    Clay bar it again man...it sucks but thats what I use.
    Sold WBody's: '03 Blue GTP/'98 Green GTP/'98 Silver GT/'05 GXP
    '99 Chevrolet Silverado Classic Z71 4x4 - K&N Intake/Gibson Exhaust #TRUCKTHINGS
    '12 Buick Regal Turbo - ZZP CAI/20% Tint/HID's
    '89 Ford Mustang LX Notchback - LM7 5.3, 4L80, 9", HX40
    '04 Chevrolet Corvette MRM A4/LS1 - TSP LT's, 3"O/R X, AFE S2 CAI
    Reply With Quote  
     

  3. #3 Re: tree sap removal 
    GTX Level Member cerick08GP's Avatar
    Join Date
    Sep 2009
    Location
    Wisconsin
    Posts
    782
    Thanks (Received)
    0
    Likes (Received)
    0
    Dislikes (Received)
    0
    Well, the first thing I would try is WD-40. I haven’t had sap on my car for ages so I can’t say it will work for sure. Anyway, WD-40 is harmless and you probably have some lying around so why not try it.

    Ten years of continuous driving excitement and counting!
    2008GP
    ||HV3 insert||PowerSlot rotors w/Hawks||LED interior||MSD 8.5mm
    2002GP||sold
    Reply With Quote  
     

  4. #4 Re: tree sap removal 
    The Blue One blueguy's Avatar
    Join Date
    Jun 2008
    Location
    Dirtyzville, Missery
    Posts
    31,287
    Thanks (Received)
    1
    Likes (Received)
    2
    Dislikes (Received)
    0
    Have you ever got WD40 on your paint? Do you know how hard that stuff really is to get off...its like spraying tire shine on your fender.
    Sold WBody's: '03 Blue GTP/'98 Green GTP/'98 Silver GT/'05 GXP
    '99 Chevrolet Silverado Classic Z71 4x4 - K&N Intake/Gibson Exhaust #TRUCKTHINGS
    '12 Buick Regal Turbo - ZZP CAI/20% Tint/HID's
    '89 Ford Mustang LX Notchback - LM7 5.3, 4L80, 9", HX40
    '04 Chevrolet Corvette MRM A4/LS1 - TSP LT's, 3"O/R X, AFE S2 CAI
    Reply With Quote  
     

  5. #5 Re: tree sap removal 
    I troll naked Thunderturd's Avatar
    Join Date
    Apr 2009
    Location
    Wausau, Wisconsin
    Posts
    1,441
    Thanks (Received)
    0
    Likes (Received)
    0
    Dislikes (Received)
    0
    Ahem, I waxed your car .

    Ill show you today...
    Quote Originally Posted by Bio248 View Post
    yeah, clearly none of us have lives. it's a shame we have no time to work on our cars or bang chicks or do drugs.
    Reply With Quote  
     

  6. #6 Re: tree sap removal 
    Donating Users blkgp2000's Avatar
    Join Date
    Nov 2008
    Location
    IL
    Posts
    86
    Thanks (Received)
    0
    Likes (Received)
    0
    Dislikes (Received)
    0
    I had this problem last summer and i just used some alcohol mixed with water. It came right out.


    ASCD SD Ram Air Hood, SLP CAI Kit, A-Pillar Gauge Pod, Oil Pressure Gauge and Voltmeter from Autometer, GMPP F/R STB with Don Rome Brackets, GMPP F/R Sway Bars, UMI Trailing Arms
    Reply With Quote  
     

  7. #7 Re: tree sap removal 
    SE Level Member Purple Plazma's Avatar
    Join Date
    Nov 2009
    Location
    Trevose,PA. (near Philly)
    Posts
    129
    Thanks (Received)
    0
    Likes (Received)
    0
    Dislikes (Received)
    0
    I've used "GOO GONE" on customer's sap problems. This only works if the sap is still soft however. Won't harm paint, lots of other uses too. Sold at Lowes and maybe Walmart.
    Reply With Quote  
     

  8. #8 Re: tree sap removal 
    GT Level Member yulaw335's Avatar
    Join Date
    May 2009
    Location
    Michigan
    Posts
    165
    Thanks (Received)
    0
    Likes (Received)
    0
    Dislikes (Received)
    0
    there is a local store in my area called meijer's and in there automotive dept. they have tree sap/bug remover for around 5 dollars (auto zone has it too).
    if you spray it on and let it soak for a minute or two then rub it out it will be gone in a couple minutes.
    I use it alot as I park under a pine tree so I know where you coming from
    Reply With Quote  
     

  9. #9 Re: tree sap removal 
    SE Level Member
    Join Date
    Nov 2009
    Location
    wausau
    Posts
    4
    Thanks (Received)
    0
    Likes (Received)
    0
    Dislikes (Received)
    0
    i rewashed and then re clay bared it and worked good thanx
    Reply With Quote  
     

  10. #10 Re: tree sap removal 
    Donating Users Liquifire's Avatar
    Join Date
    Jun 2009
    Location
    Wausau, WI
    Posts
    2,373
    Thanks (Received)
    0
    Likes (Received)
    0
    Dislikes (Received)
    0
    alcohol is the best and it is mixed with water so that it doesnt evaporate as fast. Never put anything oil based on your paint....ever.
    98 GTP Coupe- 180* T-stat, GMPP Front Sway Bar, Dual Aeroforce Interceptor's, TDC FWI, TDC Taylor 10.4's, ZZP SS Plog, ZZP 3" SS catted DP, ZZP MPS W/3.4, AL104's gapped @.055, 3800Perf. PCM
    Reply With Quote  
     

  11. #11 Re: tree sap removal 
    SE Level Member
    Join Date
    Nov 2009
    Location
    South Boston, MA
    Posts
    15
    Thanks (Received)
    0
    Likes (Received)
    0
    Dislikes (Received)
    0
    I usually use denatured alcohol and it takes it rite off, without harming paint
    Reply With Quote  
     

  12. #12 Re: tree sap removal 
    Donating Users
    Join Date
    Jan 2010
    Location
    South Deerfield, MA
    Posts
    552
    Thanks (Received)
    0
    Likes (Received)
    0
    Dislikes (Received)
    0
    Another good trick to use on the really hard tree sap that is really difficult to get off is using a razor blade. It has to be really sharp and you cannot use it on any convex angles. This is an excellent way to ruin your paint with deep scratches if not done right. You have to hold the razor at a very low angle so that the sharpest edge of the razor is held just off the surface of the paint. Do not attempt this if you do not understand this last statement. You will seriously damage your paint. The thin residue left behind is much easier to clean up than the thick drop that you started with.

    2002 GTP: GMPP Sway Bars, BMR trailing arms, KYB AGX/Vogtlands, 12" brake upgrade
    Modified SSAC headers, K&N Intake, 3.4 MPS, S1X, Gen V, 104's, HPTuned.
    Reply With Quote  
     

Similar Threads

  1. The tree fitty origin!
    By GTPJOE90 in forum Off Topic Discussion
    Replies: 7
    Last Post: 09-17-2009, 09:31 AM
  2. tranny removal Q
    By GTPJOE90 in forum 1997-2007 4 speed Automatic (4T65E) (4T65E-HD)
    Replies: 16
    Last Post: 06-26-2009, 05:14 PM
  3. Vacume Tree question & Pcv question
    By 99prixgt in forum 3.8L V6 Supercharged (L67)(L32)
    Replies: 6
    Last Post: 03-24-2009, 01:14 AM
  4. engine removal
    By stanwich in forum 3.8L V6 Naturally Aspirated (L36)(L26)
    Replies: 5
    Last Post: 11-11-2008, 11:23 PM
  5. whats the shade tree
    By ryangtp89 in forum Off Topic Discussion
    Replies: 8
    Last Post: 02-19-2008, 05:44 PM
Tags for this Thread

View Tag Cloud

Bookmarks
Bookmarks
Posting Permissions
  • You may not post new threads
  • You may not post replies
  • You may not post attachments
  • You may not edit your posts
  •