08-20-2006, 05:06 AM
The chemist says, "First rule of solvation: like dissolves like."
You have tree sap so I would go for a tree based solvent. The obviuos first choice is turpentine. Another option as samintx mentioned would be a citrus based cleaner with a high percentage of limonene (citrus oil) in it. Limonene is a terpene somewhat similar to the terpenes found in turpentine. Use a soft cloth and rub softly.
Since carnauba wax is also highly soluble in turpentine you will have to wax the car again. But if you are putting any of the above solvents on your car you are probably going to need to wax it again. In fact, if you are like most people then it is time to wax your car anyway so use this as an excuse to do it. Afterall, after removing the spots and washing it, it would be a shame not to give it a good coat of wax. Your '86 will love it. I am partial to Mother's brand but no matter what you buy make sure it is a paste carnauba wax.
Another nice thing about turpentine is that it is great for removing wax that may get onto your trim pieces when you are applying it.
BT
You have tree sap so I would go for a tree based solvent. The obviuos first choice is turpentine. Another option as samintx mentioned would be a citrus based cleaner with a high percentage of limonene (citrus oil) in it. Limonene is a terpene somewhat similar to the terpenes found in turpentine. Use a soft cloth and rub softly.
Since carnauba wax is also highly soluble in turpentine you will have to wax the car again. But if you are putting any of the above solvents on your car you are probably going to need to wax it again. In fact, if you are like most people then it is time to wax your car anyway so use this as an excuse to do it. Afterall, after removing the spots and washing it, it would be a shame not to give it a good coat of wax. Your '86 will love it. I am partial to Mother's brand but no matter what you buy make sure it is a paste carnauba wax.
Another nice thing about turpentine is that it is great for removing wax that may get onto your trim pieces when you are applying it.
BT