Pine sap removal? June 05, 2021, 08:18:34 pm We've been camping under conifers and other trees here on the Oregon coast.I'm noticing tiny sap droplets on the finish and the top of the chrome bumper. Lots of them. How can I remove this sap?It feels like epoxy glue.🤔
Re: Pine sap removal? Reply #1 – June 05, 2021, 08:49:20 pm Try Goo Gone. It shouldn’t damage the bumper, but test in an inconspicuous place before using it on the paint. 3 Likes
Re: Pine sap removal? Reply #2 – June 05, 2021, 08:50:47 pm We have the same problem, parking under pine trees in South Carolina. I’ve had success using Super Clean cleaner-degreaser (purple spray bottle) by spraying a little bit full strength on sap, let it soak for a minute or two, then wipe off with a damp microfiber cloth. It might take two or three applications to get it all, be gentle and take your time. Super Clean seems to dissolve the sap. Its available at auto supply stores, Wal-Mart, etc. You can see videos online about Super Clean. Good luck!
Re: Pine sap removal? Reply #3 – June 05, 2021, 11:11:26 pm Quote from: Joan - June 05, 2021, 08:49:20 pmTry Goo Gone. It shouldn’t damage the bumper, but test in an inconspicuous place before using it on the paint.I’ve used Goo Gone for removing road tar from my car and it didn’t hurt the paint. Put a little on a clean rag and wipe it off. Just use sparingly.- John 1 Likes
Re: Pine sap removal? Reply #4 – June 05, 2021, 11:11:39 pm Ted,Years ago B4 our LD, pine sap droplets were collecting on my Sequoia while in Yosemite. A wet (cold water) rag got the droplets to disappear. Leaves a residue that is best washed off when back in town. Water works well for pine needles collecting on the soles of shoes also. No real need to pick the mess out from the shoe tread. Soak the soles for a while in an inch of water then hose off the mess.Good luck,Kent 2 Likes
Re: Pine sap removal? Reply #5 – June 06, 2021, 01:43:20 pm "....pine sap droplets were collecting on my Sequoia while in Yosemite. A wet (cold water) rag got the droplets to disappear.""Water-soluble" pine pitch is a new one for me. ?
Re: Pine sap removal? Reply #6 – June 06, 2021, 01:57:29 pm "Water-soluble" pine pitch..."Has anyone besides me ever wondered why birds do not get sticky feet? 1 Likes
Re: Pine sap removal? Reply #7 – June 06, 2021, 02:03:30 pm I must be environmentally insensitive. I remove sap with WD40.Harold 2 Likes
Re: Pine sap removal? Reply #9 – June 06, 2021, 05:08:50 pm Pine Sap removal requires a “Polar” solvent. Alcohols, GooGone and even water (too a limited extent), are all polar solvents and should be safe for use in removing pitch from painted surfaces in moderation (limited quantity, heat and time of exposure). They will remove wax and sealant, however so be prepared to re-wax/seal your paint after you’ve removed the pitch. Here is a resource on solvents. Solvent - Wikipedia
Re: Pine sap removal? Reply #10 – June 06, 2021, 05:35:31 pm Just don't use a "solvent" to remove pitch or tar from dogs' feet. My dog manages to step in all sorts of effluvia; if it's on the ground, it's usually also between her pads. Any foreign material on her feet causes an immediate suspension of movement and a stricken look. If it's a rock, burr, foxtail (dangerous; the things can burrow between the pads and fester), a goathead (as bad or worse than foxtails; they can lacerate a dog's feet), or some other "pickable" material, it gets picked out. If it's pitch or tar, I use olive or other oil (peanut butter works, too) to work into the gobs to loosen them, then soap and a rinse to finish the cleaning. (My dog does not have hairy "Hobbit" feet, fortunately.)More of the little joys of pet care; YMMV. 3 Likes
Re: Pine sap removal? Reply #11 – June 08, 2021, 10:14:35 am Quote from: Blueox25 - June 06, 2021, 02:03:30 pmI must be environmentally insensitive. I remove sap with WD40.HaroldThat’s my go to also!
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