Waxed over tree sap [Archive] - Autopia Forum - Auto Detailing & Car Care Discussion Forum

fct

11-23-2010, 03:16 PM

I just finished claying and waxing today in preparation for a 6 month storage in an covered parkade. I noticed after washing, when I was claying, that there are stains on the hood and trunk, and I am guessing this is from tree sap. I purchased a good `Tree Sap Remover` (liquid solution), highly recommended but it did not work. It worked on another car, the daily driver.

Not having other options, I proceeded to wax, including over the tree sap stains. Will this be more difficult to remove later (after 6 months)? What do you recommend and has worked for you?

Thanks for looking

David Fermani

11-23-2010, 03:24 PM

fct

11-23-2010, 10:27 PM

Although I`m probably over analizing this, it really depends on what these spots really are and if you removed all of it`s residue from the surface. Tree sap is slighty acidic and can eat deep into your paint.

I think the tree sap I am dealing with is from a type of evergreen fir or cedar. I think I rubbed, clayed and washed as much as I could but the stain is still showing. I don`t know about the residue.

Innovative Detailing

11-24-2010, 12:03 AM

I always recommend removing the contaminants 100% before polishing or waxing. After your initial thorough wash and dry, try taking IPA and spot test an area for complete sap removal. Here are some photos of a vehicle I did last week that was "Destroyed" with pine tree sap that sat on the vehicle for almost 2 weeks.....she cleaned up sweet!

http://i327.photobucket.com/albums/k448/Havasulvr/2004%20Honda%20Accord%20Tree%20Sap%20Removal/DSC_0029-2.jpg

IPA really helped tremendously

http://i327.photobucket.com/albums/k448/Havasulvr/2004%20Honda%20Accord%20Tree%20Sap%20Removal/DSC_0034-2.jpg

http://i327.photobucket.com/albums/k448/Havasulvr/2004%20Honda%20Accord%20Tree%20Sap%20Removal/DSC_0025-2.jpg

http://i327.photobucket.com/albums/k448/Havasulvr/2004%20Honda%20Accord%20Tree%20Sap%20Removal/DSC_0044-2.jpg