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Old Mar 22, 2007 | 04:52 PM
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I have a bunch of tar specks stuck to my rear fender and front quarter panels. I'm kinda sick of 'em I guess, anyone tell me how to get it off?

maybe rubber? I can't tell
Old Mar 22, 2007 | 06:47 PM
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scrub, and thumb nail.
Old Mar 22, 2007 | 08:02 PM
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I would try Stoner Tarminator,WD40 or some kerosene with a terry cloth towel. If they are light spots a claybar will take them off.
Old Mar 22, 2007 | 08:26 PM
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ORIGINAL: Juztang

I would try Stoner Tarminator,WD40 or some kerosene with a terry cloth towel. If they are light spots a claybar will take them off.
+1.
I've had very good luck with Stoner Tarminator.

http://www.tarminator.com/
Old Mar 22, 2007 | 10:05 PM
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Well I guess there is no need for albow grease anymore[8D]. I am going to have to try Stoner.
Old Mar 22, 2007 | 10:15 PM
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I`ve always used bug & tar remover.
Old Mar 23, 2007 | 12:35 AM
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yeah bug and tar remover is a good product to use
works for me
Old Mar 26, 2007 | 03:08 PM
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The turtle wax bug & tar remover in a yellow aerosol can is head & shoulders above any other bug & tar remover i've ever used......if you decide to give one a try, id recommend it
Old Mar 28, 2007 | 09:40 AM
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The turtle wax bug & tar remover in a yellow aerosol can is head & shoulders above any other bug & tar remover i've ever used......if you decide to give one a try, id recommend it
+1 on the Turtle Wax Tar remover
Old Mar 31, 2007 | 12:48 AM
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wax and grease remover



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