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Old 08-11-2012, 12:44 PM
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Removing Tree Sap
Hi Guys,
I got some tree sap on my boat when we visited my parents place. It is on the outside underneath the rub rail. What is safe enough to remove it and not hurt my gel coat?
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Old 08-11-2012, 12:45 PM
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Try goofoff.
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Old 08-11-2012, 03:02 PM
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chainsaw (preventative maintenance)
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Old 08-11-2012, 03:32 PM
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Acetone or mineral spirits
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I used googone with success. Make sure to wash and wax after use.........
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Old 08-11-2012, 04:12 PM
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paint thinner on a q-tip maybe? man that tree sap is tough stuff
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Old 08-11-2012, 07:53 PM
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Use WD-40 then soap and water. Will come right off.
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Old 08-20-2012, 03:55 PM
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hand sanitizer wipes will take it right off
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Old 08-20-2012, 04:13 PM
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JIm's right, acetone - small amount - nothing works on fiberglas like acetone - plumbers use it to remove glue and everything from fixtures.
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Old 09-05-2012, 11:49 AM
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Rubbing alcohol will do it. Much less aggressive (and safer) than acetone.
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