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How to quickly remove tree sap from your vehicle | AMAZINGLY EASY! | The Detailing Business. This is the easiest way to remove tree sap from your car.
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@NathanTalbertWoodworking 11 ай бұрын

Every time you say vehicle, all I think about is stewie saying cool whip. Thanks for the tip.

@yyybra 10 ай бұрын

😂😂😂rs

@413_Lexus 4 ай бұрын

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

@dannyspitzer1267 4 ай бұрын

Reminds me of the cop in Meet the Fockers

@killerb5726 3 ай бұрын

Don’t you put that in my head…. 😂

@MrBrokenSorrow 8 ай бұрын

I've been wanting to remove the sap from my car; just tried this with a microfiber cloth and it was just like you showed. Thanks for the tip!

@lilianamontes-rea5268 Ай бұрын

What kind of Acentone did you use and were did you get it ?

@theastewart6721 Ай бұрын

We use denatured alcohol.

@amphidory7600 9 ай бұрын

just tried it on our boat. worked like a charm. thank you

@roberthodges9482 Жыл бұрын

You're like a freaking magician :) Ive been looking at tree sap on my truck for a year & afraid to try chemicals. Thanks

@thewrestlingroom410 10 ай бұрын

Thank you! Quick, simple...DONE! Love it. Thank you for your channel!

@TheDetailingBusiness 8 ай бұрын

Always trust google

@donniecatalano 9 ай бұрын

I'm a beginner, so this video helped a lot. THANKS!

@brianrickenbach9841 11 ай бұрын

You nailed it! Thank you! I tried a lot of different things and nothing worked. Your the man!!

@bjorn202 5 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for this information

@debrasam5525 Жыл бұрын

Wow. I have struggled for years. Now seconds and its fixed. Thank you Sir!

@funkdoctorrican 7 ай бұрын

The foreshadowing was real!! Thx bro. I’m about buy some now

@Jess-hm4kc 11 ай бұрын

I’ve been trying different ways to take the sap off my truck with no luck and worried I’d scratch the paint off. Thank you!

@DirtyMoneyHipHop 10 ай бұрын

Thanks brother, super helpful! Cheers

@Slavanacii1991 9 ай бұрын

Thank you for your advice. Tree sap was disappear instantly. But after that you should wipe it up quickly so it doesn’t ruin your clear coat .

@vince9four 9 ай бұрын

Thank you sir, quick and easy!

@jules198625 3 жыл бұрын

Great video

@kristinalowe9819 2 ай бұрын

Thank you! I’ve been trying to remove sap from my Prius for five years now!

@kyhermit 3 жыл бұрын

Good tip, this really works.

@DM-by5sr Жыл бұрын

Yes it does, amazing. I tried everything until I seen this video

@mikebaker6418 5 ай бұрын

Thank you. Quick to what I needed. Couldn't make a better video if I tried. God Bless.

@michaellindsay8934 5 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing your expertise

@woodwest11 8 ай бұрын

Thank you so much just bought my 3rd car first car I’m proud of and I have to park under 2 enormous trees and I just went out to wash it and found tree sap all over the place

@vincentdowd 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for the video I just got a new lexus darker grey and had sap on it baked by sun cleaned when i returned home but it left a shadow of the mark. what do you think will remove that shadow?

@tirzahhines1343 6 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!

@gregg2767 29 күн бұрын

Thank You. I had that large ugly mark on top of my Odyssey for few years. Tried all kind of “SAFE” methods without any success. I kind of learned to live with it, but it was always bothering me when washing the vehicle. Having chemical background I always thought about trying acetone, but was afraid of damaging the paint. Today after reading this post and a beer, tried with magical success. Acetone works like a charm and evaporates instantly. To be on safe site wiped the area with wet rug and whole thing took just seconds.

@muttlee1213 11 ай бұрын

Thank you SOOO much!!

@EricHo.Vancouver Жыл бұрын

That was great thank you

@ToledoDetailing 2 ай бұрын

Short and straight to point great video

@rezabarak Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 🙏🏽

@KM-bh5gl 11 ай бұрын

Thank you sir!

@skatestotheleft 8 ай бұрын

Wow! Thanks. yup it worked and easy. I've tried over the counter stuff and nothing works especially if hardened on after a few months. Never would have thought thinking it will harm surface. Caveat: Only use on metal and glass of car as it could eat through other materials. As always, try on small inconspicuous place if possible, but it did not discolor or mark black clearcoat so seems safe. side note: Love Vee-hea-kel .. guy is cross between michael chiklis and rick from pawn stars.

@TheDetailingBusiness 7 ай бұрын

I loved the shield

@EdwinGarcia-rm2vp 7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for this video!!!

@TheDetailingBusiness 7 ай бұрын

Hey! You’re welcome! Did the video help you?

@possxssed Жыл бұрын

Thank you!!!!!

@rexmastadragon5664 Жыл бұрын

Ok I'll have to try this. I've been using hand sanitizer since it has 100% alcohol. Comes off rite away but the problem is it leaves a dry stain from it eating the clear coat I assume. So I would go over it with spray wax. The acetone I will try

@steyraug96 Ай бұрын

AWESOME! if i might add a detail: its not rubbing that gets the sap off, but the solvent effect of the acetone. I just used this to take off there + month old sap from pine trees. Took half an hour, the car was COVERED. But half an hour for a Kia Soul covered in pine sap, dried on? VERY nice, thank you!

@mattfairy5927 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you sir

@DanielTejnicky 10 ай бұрын

Oh my god I tried everything EXCEPT this. Somebody even recommended table top oil. And that even sort of kinda worked actually. Only on some really dried out sap. Okay, thank you sir you are a lifesaver ! My FJ will appretiate xD

@tytaylor3596 4 ай бұрын

I appreciate you!

@doresnalwanga5499 9 ай бұрын

Thanks a million bucks

@9Crow 2 ай бұрын

the wind blew so hard yesterday with all the rain wind and tornadoes i found my car with leaves and tree sap. thanks. i am looking to get that sap removed. asap.

@girly95 5 ай бұрын

Thank you sir😊

@Susan79pojhmoob Жыл бұрын

Thank you

@therowgawd Ай бұрын

THANK YOU

@derekromero1138 5 ай бұрын

Would this remove paint overtime???? Should I just use acetone to remove sap and then wash car?

@mikecoughlin9437 11 ай бұрын

Thank you - saved me hiring somebody!!!

@mykey39 8 ай бұрын

Does it remove bug stains and road stains also?

@chriswheatley9261 9 ай бұрын

I use 91% rubbing alcohol. Works like charm.

@HomerVista 7 ай бұрын

And doesn't cause cancer!

@myfurrykid 2 ай бұрын

Would it be safe on black car? Thanks

@madhatter5331 Ай бұрын

The rubbing alcohol works . Didn't harm the clear.

@tommybotts 8 ай бұрын

I did one better. I removed the tree.

@skatestotheleft 8 ай бұрын

perfect !

@robertvine5724 9 ай бұрын

Lard works great and it's not toxic.

@lauravictorious4670 9 ай бұрын

I will definitely try that!

@Jslav-jj2xq 9 ай бұрын

Dang, I was betting the secret was a ShamWow. Nice job, thanks for sharing.

@mrsj1077 6 ай бұрын

Glad you explained I couldn't use my nail polish remover😩🤣🤣

@mckricks1 8 күн бұрын

What's your opinion on acetone vs isopropyl alcohol?

@raymondperez3553 Жыл бұрын

Great Video!! I Noticed Even Chemical Guys Butter Wet Wax Works Great Too for Removing Tree Sap!!

@michelleflanakin2628 10 ай бұрын

Will it damage PPF?

@lakeville1853 29 күн бұрын

What do you mean by use probably? Does it need to be diluted

@angelgonzalez6678 Сағат бұрын

Would acetone eventually remove the paint work if applied to much of it?

@marcedwards7110 Жыл бұрын

Great video. Thank you. I have 2 questions about the acetone use for sap removal. What is the “proper use” you stated near the end of the video? Also, will i need to do anything after treating, like re wax or rinse/wash the vehicle? Thank you

@TheDetailingBusiness Жыл бұрын

I say “if used properly” because people sometimes take my advice and do the opposite. It is wise to apply a wax after the process since the acetone removes oils and waxes

@marcedwards7110 Жыл бұрын

@@TheDetailingBusiness great. Thanks so much. Take care

@bl1707 9 ай бұрын

I had tree sap stuck on my BMW for 3 years. I tried washing with car shampoo. The tree sap was stuck on the paint really hard. One day, I thought, "I wash pots in my kitchen all the time by pre-soaking the pots with dish soap. Why not try dish soap on the tree sap on my BMW's driver side door." So I took a cereal bowl, put a few drops of Dawn dish soap, and added a few drops of water, in the cereal bowl, then I got a couple of toilet paper and soaked the toilet paper in the dish soap and water mixture. Then I took the dish soap soaked toilet paper and slapped it on the side door of my BMW. I then left the dish soap soaked tissue paper there for 2 days on my BMW which was parked in my garage. Two days later, I took the tissue paper off and did the Dame thing with another two pieces of tissue paper soaked with Dawn dish soap with a little water. After another two days, I really removed the tissue paper, and gently use a wet toilet paper to rub against the tree sap spot on my car. The tree sap had turned soft drop the dish soap solution and I could wipe the tree sap off the car door. The dish soap and water soaking method using tissue paper worked! The BMW dealership washes my car each time when I bring the car for servicing had told me they tried to wash off the tree sap but wasn't successful and suggested I take my car to a car detailing shop. But my simple method worked. The dish soap and tissue paper method is a gentle method and shouldn't hurt the clear coat of the car paint job.

@BL-ut2zz 2 ай бұрын

Dish soap is not recommended to be used on automotive paint

@myfurrykid 2 ай бұрын

My car is black, is safe too? Thank you

@4sho100 17 күн бұрын

Dam u wrote a book 🤦🏽‍♂️🤦🏽‍♂️🤣🤣

@stacywilliams8427 3 ай бұрын

Will my paint stay the same color

@robertrockwell7581 9 ай бұрын

we have a pine tree in the front yard of the Apartment Complex where I live and this happens all the time.

@stephenjones6030 4 ай бұрын

Thank you, sir. Any tips or tricks for removing rust stains on the outside of a vehicle?

@TheDetailingBusiness 4 ай бұрын

The proper product to use on rust stains would be an iron remover/decon spray. May be hard to find locally. You can also try an acidic wheel cleaner. But if you have some rubbing compound, you can remove it from paint by hand with a little work

@jayskateandsuchstuff8446 8 ай бұрын

I get sooo much tree sap, I was hoping you could just teach me how to polish it up so it looks good.

@derbygirle66 3 ай бұрын

How is it to ‘use it correctly’? What do I do?

@skatestotheleft 8 ай бұрын

hi. could you add note about not using on boats and if you've noticed any long-term effect over a few years. Thx

@TheDetailingBusiness 8 ай бұрын

I don’t do boats, but I’ve read it is safe on gel coat. I’ve used it on unpainted fiberglass RV’s with no issues. Never a problem with long term issues. 90% of the cars I detail, have sap or a scuff somewhere (I have a couple videos on how to remove scuffs and paint transfer). Ive used acetone daily for the last 20 years

@mansali21 7 ай бұрын

Honeydew drops from oak tree .had similar issues..used plain water gone...

@calypsoshoard9132 11 ай бұрын

What does using it correctly mean? I’m curious if it will eventually impact paint or some thing.

@user-kv8vy4fy4h 10 ай бұрын

dont use too much or leave on for too long，also IPA does the same trick and safer

@midwestguy3361 10 ай бұрын

@user-kv8vy4fy4h where do you buy IPA at

@user-kv8vy4fy4h 10 ай бұрын

@@midwestguy3361 very easy too get, just google it

@edward1927 10 ай бұрын

isopropyl alcohol. walgreens or any drug store, grocery store, big box store. you can literally buy it anywhere. I have mine diluted to 20% IPA to use as prep for ceramic coatings but it works good for bugs. Straight IPA can be hard on paint. just buy some and mix it with distilled water in a spray bottle and keep on hand for sap and bugs. Cheap and works great.@@midwestguy3361

@DM-rc4yu 9 ай бұрын

I parked under a tree and got literally HUNDREDS of those on my bonnet and roof. Washed them off but they all remain visible as if they are some kind of dull water spots now. I've tried various sap removers and IPA with no success and at this point it worries me if it actually damaged the clear coat. Do you think using acetone all over the car would be safe for paint? It's a black, metallic paint.

@myfurrykid 2 ай бұрын

I'd been asking the same question, my car is also black, and unless it won't damage the paint itself, I'm hesitant.

@lilianamontes-rea5268 Ай бұрын

Can it be used on a black car.

@nickstessman1797 2 жыл бұрын

Can you do a video on all of uses for acetone in your experience?

@TheDetailingBusiness 2 жыл бұрын

That’s a good idea

@T07N 16 күн бұрын

Do you have to dilute it

@jayo3865 9 ай бұрын

I have tree sap on my mom's car what can I use to remove it?

@Yamfaye 11 ай бұрын

Thank you and may God bless you for this helpful information

@justinrg1314 7 күн бұрын

Wouldn’t acetone ruin or fade your paint, and like make it doll?

@cristianrosales8157 11 ай бұрын

I suppose you simply applied it to the towel and instantly starting wiping? Or did u pour some on the sapp and let it sit a bit

@TheDetailingBusiness 11 ай бұрын

Correct. Pour on the rag only

@perception-reception Жыл бұрын

Took my corolla to a "reputable" detailing service for tree sap like this and went to pick it up and they had razor scrapped my hood and used Ether. The ether then bubbled my paint and ruined my whole hood. Absolute nightmare.

@TheFish0917 8 ай бұрын

Hand sanitizer works PERFECTLY!!!

@markdoell1834 8 ай бұрын

I have always used cooking oil.

@SoulforSale 2 ай бұрын

The alcohol can form a haze that needs to be addressed by waxing.

@padawanviolinist 11 ай бұрын

Acetone? Does that not destroy the clear coat?

@benmurphy4431 8 ай бұрын

Yes, it does.

@jamesp57867 Жыл бұрын

I wonder if that will remove other stuff like glue, residue from bumper stickers and rtv sealant smears? Anyone have a guess?

@robertrockwell7581 9 ай бұрын

@jamesp57867 yes it will remove that and more. the Acetone makes everything cold like ice and that is why it is easy to remove. I used it at work to remove gum. always try a small area as a test before moving on to bigger areas.

@Stainlessautos Жыл бұрын

I tried this and it didn’t work unfortunately. I think I’m working with tree sap but it seems like it’s been there for a long time. It’s almost flat to the paint surface. Any other fixes? Or am I dealing with something entirely different

@TheDetailingBusiness Жыл бұрын

Probably had been there awhile and now etched into the clear. My process would be start with a cleaner wax. If that doesn’t get it, get my polisher out and try a polish or compound. If all else fails, a careful, light wet sand with some 1500 grit and polish

@Stainlessautos Жыл бұрын

@@TheDetailingBusiness sounds like a plan. Bought the car cpo so I’m sure it was on there from just about day one of the first ownership

@Preppyone123 18 күн бұрын

Can you use it on your windshield?

@TheDetailingBusiness 18 күн бұрын

On glass, use a flat razor blade and shave it off

@akathedude3266 Жыл бұрын

will this affect ceramic coating?

@TheDetailingBusiness Жыл бұрын

Yes it will likely remove it

@donnolin2032 8 ай бұрын

I use vinegar and it works just as good. Both do the job. Thank you.

@docacuwatson 8 ай бұрын

Vinegar will micro-etch the finish.

@Deadhead.64 8 ай бұрын

Isopropyl alcohol works just as well, I've discovered.

@user-tm8od3rm9v 7 ай бұрын

I have bunch of them

@Loke2112 8 ай бұрын

Guy at the hardware store said acetone will eat through fiberglass let alone clear coat.

@TheDetailingBusiness 8 ай бұрын

Is the guy at the hardware a professional detailer?

@bobe3250 9 ай бұрын

Acetone … your welcome

@rgayotin90 11 ай бұрын

I have it all over my car for awhile. Would it damage the paint if I wipe it huge amount of acetone?

@HotMetalVideos Ай бұрын

Yes. Use boiling hot water and wipe/scrub with a microfiber cloth.

@JohnJHyde1 10 ай бұрын

does it work on glass? I have streaks of sap on my wind shield

@TheDetailingBusiness 10 ай бұрын

I typically use a flat razor blade on glass

@JohnJHyde1 10 ай бұрын

Thanks. This really worked! Sometimes the simplest ideas are the best.@@TheDetailingBusiness

@totisa93 Жыл бұрын

Acetone dissolves paint as well! Be careful

@TheDetailingBusiness Жыл бұрын

I suppose you’re referring to the cars clear coat? If used incorrectly, possibly. I suppose if you could figure out a way to leave it on long enough, maybe. However, it evaporates within milliseconds. Long before any damage can occur to a clear coat. A simple wipe with acetone will not remove a cured clear coat. Acetone has been used for decades in body shops and by detailers for this purpose.

@pansypox 9 ай бұрын

Acetone wont take the paint off a black car?

@pansypox 9 ай бұрын

or any car for that matter lol

@danwarne1358 4 ай бұрын

Vee-hickle 😂

@Vista114 10 ай бұрын

I wouldn't try it. Acetone has the same effect on car paint just like paint thinners. It may not show immediately but long term, it will damage the paint starting with the coating.

@larrymartin9132 5 ай бұрын

Hi I watched your video and used your technique on my brand car several days ago….it has left a residual residue and swirl pattern that looks like scratches even after multiples rains……I am not happy 😢

@TheDetailingBusiness 5 ай бұрын

Go over it with a compound and polish. It’ll be fine

@larrymartin9132 5 ай бұрын

⁠@@TheDetailingBusinesswhat kind of polish do you recommend?

@TheDetailingBusiness 5 ай бұрын

Meguiars ultimate compound and ultimate polish. You can start with the polish. If that doesn’t work, try compound then polish. You can use a dab on a microfiber towel and your finger. Meguiars is available at any auto parts store and Walmart

@larrymartin9132 5 ай бұрын

Thank you, I will try that.

@Louiepr60 4 ай бұрын

@@larrymartin9132 did it work?

@tony230k1 10 ай бұрын

Thank for the info..

@irsyadafiqhassan1612 7 ай бұрын

Can it use on windscreen?

@TheDetailingBusiness 7 ай бұрын

I typically use a flat razor blade on glass

@mccraejoey82 10 ай бұрын

Well how do you use it do you poor it on your rag

@TheDetailingBusiness 10 ай бұрын

Well not sure how a dry rag would remove tree sap so YES POUR IT IN THE RAG!

@frankt6794 9 ай бұрын

Does it harm the clear coat finish?

@maxj3828 9 ай бұрын

It may work like a charm. but according to info on the internet/google.. Acetone contains chemicals that that can harm your car paint. look it up. I'll try a safer method.

@TheDetailingBusiness 9 ай бұрын

@maxj3828 if only you knew how many times I’ve used acetone on car paint. It’s one of the most common products used in detailing, paint and bodyshops. I’ve done this for 20 years. How long do you think I’d be in business if all I do is ruin paint on a daily basis. But trust google and not what you saw on video. I get paid pretty good by people that have used a “safer method“

@greatdane948 Жыл бұрын

I tried, but it wouldn’t touch it. Maybe a different type of sap. “Spray 9” cleaner took it right off.

@davidspencer8711 Жыл бұрын

I would think that you would have to re-wax the area after stripping off the tree sap and wax from the surface with acetone.

@TheDetailingBusiness Жыл бұрын

Yeah forgot to mention that

@sawboss5794 Жыл бұрын

He did say "as long as you use it properly".

@AlexSmith-id5ut 10 ай бұрын

@@TheDetailingBusinessI have a ceramic coat on my car. Will the acetone take that off?

@TheDetailingBusiness 10 ай бұрын

@@AlexSmith-id5ut acetone will not remove a ceramic coating. Coatings are highly chemical resistant and can only be removed mechanically with a machine polisher and compound