How to get tar off?

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sassi_vibe03
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How to get tar off?

Post by sassi_vibe03 »

I know this isn't a new topic really. I have really bad tar on my Vibe. I have tried Gunk Brand bug and tar remover and Joe's hand cleaner. Nothing is working. What has anybody else used that did work?
Vibe
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Re: How to get tar off? (sassi_vibe03)

Post by Vibe »

Mineral Sprits---Worked for me. BUT after use wash entire car and rewax.......
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Re: How to get tar off? (Vibe)

Post by ragingfish »

Stoner Tarminator.Let it soak into the tar for a few minutes. Then try and get it off.Also, powerwashing often helps!
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Stang2Vibe
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Re: How to get tar off? (sassi_vibe03)

Post by Stang2Vibe »

Is the tar still on there or is it just a spot of discoloration from where the tar was? Hard to give advice here without seeing it or getting a good description.
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kenton
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Re: How to get tar off? (sassi_vibe03)

Post by kenton »

Nothing works better than WD-40 for tar, just spray on, let sit for a couple of minutes and wipe off with a rag.
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