Spots - Pollen, Sap, or something. Can't remove.
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Ok guys, I am stumped and trying to detail my Z. I have tried bug&tar remover, polish, and now clay-bar.. These spots won't come out. I waxed the car before winter storage '08 - no wax since. I had to park it in the street for a couple weeks due to getting a new concrete driveway and garage flooring... this is the result
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Clay bar was very smooth across the surface, with the exception of a few tiny spots. I did the entire roof with a small chunk of clay - It barely got dirty at all (I did still fold/kneed it). I take good care of my Z.
Suggestions?
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Clay bar was very smooth across the surface, with the exception of a few tiny spots. I did the entire roof with a small chunk of clay - It barely got dirty at all (I did still fold/kneed it). I take good care of my Z.
Suggestions?
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The dots are primarily on horizontal surfaces? Yes
Do you park under a maple tree? Large Elm across the street, Maple 20' away (neighbor's easement)
How many miles are on your car? 30k
Edit - Maple tree close by - not directly under it though. I believe that the offending stuff/spots/speckles were black before I sprayed them off.
Do you park under a maple tree? Large Elm across the street, Maple 20' away (neighbor's easement)
How many miles are on your car? 30k
Edit - Maple tree close by - not directly under it though. I believe that the offending stuff/spots/speckles were black before I sprayed them off.
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Just got done removing some really tough pine tree sap. Tried many things but then I used Isopropyl alchohol 70% mixed 50/50 with distilled water. Worked perfectly. I finished by washing the car as normal, polished and waxed. Last thing I did is park the car on the other side of the driveway
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The dots are primarily on horizontal surfaces? Yes
Do you park under a maple tree? Large Elm across the street, Maple 20' away (neighbor's easement)
How many miles are on your car? 30k
Edit - Maple tree close by - not directly under it though. I believe that the offending stuff/spots/speckles were black before I sprayed them off.
Do you park under a maple tree? Large Elm across the street, Maple 20' away (neighbor's easement)
How many miles are on your car? 30k
Edit - Maple tree close by - not directly under it though. I believe that the offending stuff/spots/speckles were black before I sprayed them off.
Your cleaning method is incomplete. You are not getting to the clear coat.
a. Mr. Clean straight from the bottle. Small amount on a white towel. Do a small area. Circular motion - light pressure. The cleaner should do the job - not elbow grease. If that fails:
b. Mineral spirits. Same method as above.
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Try using clay bar again if that doesn't work, iso propyl, stoners tarminator, tardis and then goo gone. Use one item at a item to see if you notice a difference or attain your desired results.
If you can take a picture with halogen lights that would be more helpful.
If you can take a picture with halogen lights that would be more helpful.
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Well.. Thanks for the suggestions. to OCD - sorry, I don't have a halogen light..
I have washed my car so many times now.. I lost count.. washing after each treatment attempt. I had many plans for this extended weekend and, basically, I have only washed my car to this point. VERY frustrating.
In addition to my attempts in the original post ^.. Tried washing with dish soap, then another claybar. edit-forgot I tried 70%IPA 50/50 distilled water too, no help. Used Mr. Clean on a clean cotton cloth, no help. Mineral Spirts, no help. I am giving up for now. I have to get some wax on the car since I don't have a beater car to use any longer. I realize that I'll be sealing in these spots.. but I don't have any other options at the moment.
edit - I do have goo gone at the house - I'll try that before I give up.
I suppose I'll seek professional detailer/body shop help if I can't live with it the way it is.
I have washed my car so many times now.. I lost count.. washing after each treatment attempt. I had many plans for this extended weekend and, basically, I have only washed my car to this point. VERY frustrating.
In addition to my attempts in the original post ^.. Tried washing with dish soap, then another claybar. edit-forgot I tried 70%IPA 50/50 distilled water too, no help. Used Mr. Clean on a clean cotton cloth, no help. Mineral Spirts, no help. I am giving up for now. I have to get some wax on the car since I don't have a beater car to use any longer. I realize that I'll be sealing in these spots.. but I don't have any other options at the moment.
edit - I do have goo gone at the house - I'll try that before I give up.
I suppose I'll seek professional detailer/body shop help if I can't live with it the way it is.
Last edited by thekinn; 07-05-2009 at 07:45 AM.
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