Dried tar removal

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STAFred

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Hi everybody! Hope I don't crash and burn on this first post. I detail cars for a used car lot in Louisiana. I need some advice on how to remove dried on tar from a vehicle. Whether it be on paint or plastic rails? :think:



Also, I use a high speed buffer with Klasse all in one cleaner/polisher. Can u suggest a better all purpose cleaner/polish/wax to use. I don't have time to do several steps. Normally, I get cars that have been left outside and are sold at auction with slightly faded paints or minor scratching.



Since Im on a roll, any engiine detailing tips would be nice as well. I find this a very laborious and time consuming task! :wavey



Thanks for having me around. Hope I can stay a while.



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Mr. Cleans automotive detailing :grinno:
 
There's a whole host of tar removers which work well. They're all petroleum based so you'll need to re-wax the area. Even kerosene works fine and won't damage the surface.



As far as AIO products, I'd say the best for pros who use a machine is Megs #66. It has a decent abrasive to remove swirls and chemically cleans oxidation, leaving a wax behind for protection. Its very easy to use as well.



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http://www.meguiars.com/?pro-liquid-car-waxes/Quick-Detailer





Check this thread as well: http://autopia.org/forum/showthread.php?t=65555
 
castrol makes a dilutable all purpose cleaner that should work well in your situation. spray it on, let it dwell, and then try wiping it off. If it doesn't come off, reapply. Basically repeat this until the cleaners soften the tar up.

the dulled paint can probably be attributed to oxidation. To correct this, try out some Klasse all in one. That has always worked well when ive had to deal with oxidation.

after the oxidation is gone, start your polishing steps to remove swirls and enhance the paints gloss.



engines can sometimes be a PITA. I'd pick up some all purpose cleaner and dilute it 3:1. cover up all the electrical connections and such (airbox, distributor, etc etc). spray the apc, let it dwell fora minute, and then go to down with a scrub brush, towels, etc. once done, intelligently rinse everything down. let it dry and then protect everything with a plastic/rubber protectant.
 
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