View Full Version : Cleaning Off Tire Rubber
Kool_ZX3
07-28-2005, 03:28 PM
Well i was wondering what would be best to clean off tire rubber from paint from burnouts? my buddy has some really good and stuck on rubber and wants to know what would be best.
JasonD
07-28-2005, 03:32 PM
WD40. It practically falls right off. The number biggest mistake you can make is to scrub at it with stiff towels, brushes, etc. You will just scratch the heck out of your paint. Spray the WD40 on there, and then lightly wipe it off with clean towels. Once it`s all gone, wash the area and reapply your protectant.
In the future, if you are going to to the track or something, spray some Pam on those areas behind the tires and it won`t let the rubber stick in the first place.
qwik5o
07-28-2005, 07:07 PM
Awesome I had this same exact question. Will this work for road tar as well?
JasonD
07-28-2005, 07:09 PM
You can try, but I don`t *think* so. Tar is totally different and a lot harder to remove. I believe a lot of people like Stoner`s Tarminator (spell?). If you do a quick search for tar removers, you should find some interesting discussions.
qwik5o
07-28-2005, 07:21 PM
Ya i thought so. I have some (forget the brand) "Bug and Tar Remover" I used on my exhaust but had to scrub as well, something I don`t know if I would want to do with my paint.
I`ll have to pick up some Tarminator and see if it works better.
imported_Dave Holmes
07-28-2005, 07:31 PM
WD-40 works for removing tar; I do it all the time. I spray the spot, let soak for a minute or two, then GENTLY wipe away with a soft towel. If any remains, simply repeat. Sometimes if it is a big enough blob, it may take several passes to remove it all. Better to remove it in layers if needed than get too aggressive. Tar oftentimes has gravel with it, and I don`t like the thought of scrubbing it away and grinding in gravel. WD-40 will melt it away. When done, wash area, and reapply wax/sealant.
Dave
qwik5o
07-28-2005, 07:37 PM
Awesome. Thanks guys.
PaulTso
07-28-2005, 08:14 PM
scratch x and a foam applicator works wonders
Mike-in-Orange
07-28-2005, 09:23 PM
In the future, if you are going to to the track or something, spray some Pam on those areas behind the tires and it won`t let the rubber stick in the first place.
Wow, what a great tip, thanks!! I use a pair of drag radials at the strip and hate the crud that gets packed in after a run through the water box. I can`t wait to try this next time.
I`m loving this place more every time I come here.....and that`s a daily occurrance now!
PaulTso
07-28-2005, 09:27 PM
will pam remove wax or sealants thats already on the paint?
JasonD
07-28-2005, 09:28 PM
No problem, Mike, that`s what we`re here for. :2thumbs:
By the way, this is how I know about the WD40 and the Pam:
http://autopia.org/gallery/data/500/5571629264g-012edited2.jpg
Richt
07-29-2005, 12:49 AM
I always reach for the Autoglym Tar and Adhesive remover, wipes straight off.
pdl2mtl90
07-30-2005, 04:18 AM
For all the drag racers out there....http://www.geddex.com/burnout.htm
Used it for years and it works great!
spotpad
07-31-2005, 06:15 AM
PAM? What`s that?
jasonmac
07-31-2005, 10:41 AM
PAM? What`s that?
The cooking nonstick spray.