I just returned after 6 months of being underway. I left my car under a tree unfortunately. It was not driven nor washed during that time. I now have some type of dark red substance on the paint. It is not sticky and it feels almost embedded into the clear coat. It looks like a bug splatter but of course it wasn't driven and its on the roof and hood. I am not sure if there is a sap that looks like this or bird droppings. I tried washing it off but no luck. Claying with pinnacle ultra fine did not work either. Should I try a tougher clay? I also tried using turtle bug and tar remover and that did not work. I am also a beginner to detailing if you haven't guessed already lol. Thank you for any advice given. Ill try everything.
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flamed03vert
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Paint cleaner... I had a pearl white Nissan that had berry stains in it. Had to use KAIO to get rid of it. Took a few applications. I am assuming you are Navy?
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They're everywhere!!!
Spied this guy at one of the local University's keggers...
What does the future hold in store, if this is all the
younger generation does on our hard-earned dime?!?!
Bob
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Back to the OP's question...it sounds like sap to me. I know you tried the Turtle Wax bug and tar...but that stuff is so wimpy these days due to VOC regs...
I would try some IPA, mineral spirits, plastic razor blade...
I would try some IPA, mineral spirits, plastic razor blade...