How To Remove Road Tar & Clean Sticky Buttons In Your Car!
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- How To Remove Road Tar & Clean Sticky Buttons In Your Car! Welcome to my ultimate guide on removing road tar from your car’s paint, and cleaning sticky buttons inside your car! In this highly informative video, I share expert tips and tricks to help you achieve a flawlessly clean and well-maintained car interior and exterior.
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In this video, you'll learn:
- Step-by-step road tar removal techniques that ensure a pristine finish without damaging your car's paint.
- Essential tools, supplies, and specialized products to make the tar removal process a breeze.
Expert tricks for identifying and safely cleaning sticky buttons, improving their tactile feel and usability.
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🇺🇸 For people in USA:
Isopropyl alcohol: amzn.to/46ARv4Q
Citrol 266: amzn.to/3JHqh2Q
Koch Chemie Eulex: bit.ly/46sSu7r
Microfiber towels: amzn.to/44eVfHN
🇨🇦 For people in Canada:
Isopropyl alcohol: amzn.to/3CVfnme
Citrol 266: amzn.to/44cyJzi
Koch Chemie Eulex: bit.ly/3XJ4LR1
Microfiber towels: amzn.to/46BkWUs
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Isopropyl alcohol: amzn.to/44aEvBn
Gtechniq Tar remover: amzn.to/3pE4a6I
Koch Chemie Eulex: bit.ly/3CYMu8M
Microfiber towels: bit.ly/3rhgdHu
Other detailing supplies: bit.ly/3RW6miq
🇫🇷 For people in France:
Isopropyl alcohol: amzn.to/3rbX21H
Koch Chemie Eulex: c3po.link/QhmttXT9UY
Dégoudronnant Sonax: amzn.to/3PIjLMW
Microfiber towels: c3po.link/Qu7wJPmVRh
Other detailing supplies: c3po.link/QwHEyHNEAN
As a detailer back in the 80's, we simply used straight kerosene in a spray bottle to break down tar. Because tar is a petroleum distillate itself, kerosene works tremendously well. Thanks for the video!
Thanks for sharing!
Yes Pan, since the pandemic I have cleaned my car about once per month, and now since your videos have helped me decipher the endless products in stores, I’m keeping my cars and will keep them tight and clean. Thanks Pan👍
Great to hear! I’m always happy to know I can help my viewers to bring their detailing game to the next level.
Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on CZcams as we surpassed 980,000 subscribers and we have over 132 million views! I have been detailing for 26 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers.
You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing.
Great tips.. I will occasionally use alcohol prep pads on vehicle touch points. They are individually packaged and very convenient to use for the odd small job.
Thanks Linda!
Use WD-40 to wipe road tar right off. Easy, then wash with soap and water. Did it on my daughter's Mini-Cooper. Took 5 minutes to do around whole car.
Thanks Pan, I asked you for this advice and you delivered as usual!
You bet!
I use a product that most People already have it's WD40. Just spray it on tar/sap heavy, than cover with clear sandwich wrap let it sit.Pull off wrap spray a rag with WD40 rub it off. I have done this for 45 years. It work's.
Another great video Pan and your correct Citrol and Eulex are super powerful! Thank you for another fun video with useful tips!
You are so welcome!
But $80, Canadian, per can?
Thank you Pan for your continued advice, tips and tricks about car detailing. Started detailing my own car and that made my friends feel jealous. After doing some free service to them, on their recommendation, I started a car detailing business by converting my garage. Anticipating a video on 'How to clean Sunroof'.
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The Isopropyl Alcohol trick was new to me, but now I know what to do if I come across some sticky buttons. Thank you Pan for making top quality content👌🏻🙏🏻.
Thanks Konsta!
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Thanks Pan! I should have realized that our good friend isopropyl alcohol would help with the buttons, etc. I just used it on my vehicle's key fob while watching this video. It was pretty disgusting and now looks great! 👍😎
My pleasure Dave!
Pan, please never get rid of your intro. It’s so nostalgic for me, has swag, and overall a great vibe.
Don't worry, it's usually in most of my videos. ;)
Great tips Pan! I use Amazon Basics 91% because it comes in a nice little spray bottle. Went through a whole bottle cleaning buttons and dash gunk in a Cayenne but the end result was fantastic.
Thanks!
The default on tar removal with my SCCA friends tends to be Mothers R3 (Racing Rubber Remover). Works great for other peoples rubber that gets kicked up and even cone marks. Will have to try these products and see how it compares. Great video!
Thanks!
I am a big fan from India 🇮🇳! Thanks for all the info 😊 you provide with your videos.
Glad you like them!
Excellent video Pan top tips 👍🏻
Glad you enjoyed it Paul! I hope you are doing well.
Hello Pan. Petite vidéo que j'ai appréciée. A bientôt.
Merci!
Citrol comes in a liquid too, I’ve been using it in the home for years as well. You can even use it on cloth seats, hood lining and carpet. I clean plumbers and mechanics cars all the time and it works a treat.
Thanks Pan for tips. I found that work best for removing tar from paint is a microfiber cloth and Mineral turpentine or
WD 40 followed by a wash as it will attract dust.
Thanks for sharing
Tres cool! I just tried IPA on a few buttons in the car. I can’t believe how gross the microfibre cloth was…
Thanks Pan!!
Glad to help!
Thank you Pan for the information. I've used rubbing alcohol, when i had sticky buttons. Where im at,lots of chip and tar roads. When it's super hot,it just flies on to the vehicles.
Cheers!
Hi Pan, thanks for that excellent tip. How do you tackle a dashboard that has a similar issue sticky overall dashboard? My daughters 2012 Kia Soul is having this issue. Any suggestion will be appreciated. Thanks
This was exactly what I was looking for a few weeks ago! I tried absolutely everything on my dad's 2010 ML350 which has sticky buttons - AMMO LATHER interior cleaner, dish soap, Goo Gone... none of them worked. Just tried 70% IPA and I just laughed at how effective it was. Thanks so much Pan!
Hey my pleasure! We always learn new things by watching Pan videos! :)
Great video. Back when I had a summer job at a construction equipment rental company we would get back equipment that was severally dirty and covered in all kinds of filth. For tar and other hard to clean grime we would just use diesel.
Thanks!
In the US, the EPA might have something to say about that.
Hey Pan , Yes my girlfriend thinks a car is something to get from A - B. I maintain the cleaning as I can apparently see things that require attention attention that she can't 😅😅. Keep up the good work mate 👌
Thanks Simon!
To remove peeling soft touch material I've used rubbing alcohol and a white scotchbrite pad. It helped pull the gunk off without damaging the plastic.
Hey Pan! Thanks for the tips on this. Hope all is well!
Thanks for watching, and yeah I'm doing good man! I hope you are too!
@@PanTheOrganizer Good Pan. Doing well. Tnx for all the videos!
Great video!
Glad you enjoyed it Fred!
@@PanTheOrganizer Please keep up the good work. I truly enjoy it. I utilize your tips every time I work on my car.
Thanks man! Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on CZcams as we surpassed 920,000 subscribers and we have over 120 million views! I have been detailing for 26 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers.
You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing.
Thanks Pan
You're welcome!
I used Stjarnagloss Tjara on my plastic/vinyl visors that had old warning sticker residue on them that were driving me nuts, it smells kinda strong, but it came off with some elbow grease, then i wiped it with a damp microfiber edgeless245 from the rag company and it took that residue off.
Isopropyl alcohol is good for surface gunk. What would you recommend for cleaning the buttons of something sticky gets behind them?
Glass cleaner works well in the interior and I once cleaned the tar with paint thinner, worked well for me 🙂👍
Thanks for sharing. How did you discover my channel by the way?
Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on CZcams as we surpassed 920,000 subscribers and we have over 120 million views! I have been detailing for 26 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers.
You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing.
Thanks again Sir Pan EULEX is it safe plastic painted bumpers?
Stoner's Tarminator is right up there with Shaeffer's, maybe even a little better. If it's really caked on I have sprayed (very liberally) tar remover or Kerosene and let it it soak over night. Also that old 99 alcohol works well on sap in a pinch.
Another fab video and first class presentation. Do you think those products will also be good to remove paint from road markings (white lines etc)?
Thanks! I made a video for road paint here: czcams.com/video/Ugn7bUjsaDs/video.htmlsi=sdSO7QgLM3sjGe7f
Hi, Pan; this video is awesome I have some buttons that are sticky I will try it!
I have a question, what kind of cleaning or things can I do to detail a glass sunroof (panoramic roof)?
Really thank you I enjoy your videos!
The same thing as your glass windows.
Question. I have a button that sticks down when I press it. I think something is under it (a spill?). I've tried a bit of steam but don't want to blast the electronics. Any tips?
Lots of tar and chipping here, in South central pa... Driving me nuts hearing all that hit my truck. Bought Turtle Wax tar and bug remover, and tried it out. Easily removed the chunks of tar on the bottom of the trk. Lately, Turtle Wax has been killing it with their products !!!
Thanks for sharing!
I use a diesel to remove tar and it works great and didn't damage the paint
Good info Pan. I have a rotary dial for the volume in my c43 that is in need of attention. This should help Btw. Could you do a review of the mclaren F1 line of detailing products, they look interesting
Thanks Chris! If I get enough viewer requests for a McLaren line review, I’ll look into it.
Thank you for this information Pan!! I have a question for you and the community here. How can you get button that is sticky or stuck down position? Like if you push it down and it stays down then comes back up on its own after a few seconds?
Same solution: 70% or greater ( but not 99%) IPA sprayed onto a supersoft toothbrush or cleaning brush, and agitate it so a LITTLE IPA seeps down the crack. Do a little IPA at a time and agitate until it evaporates. Then repeat. Do NOT soak the button area. You want to dissolve the solids and gum that are in the crack blocking the button's smooth travel. Hold the button in the "down'" position if you can to get the bristles down into the crack better. If you use a lot of liquid, the goop all goes down onto the PCB board and can cause deterioration ( because there's SOME water in the IPA solution). Why not use a 99% IPA solution ? Because that can actually dissolve some rubbers, siicones and plastics and paint or simulated chrome coatings.
You can make your own 75% IPA by mixing 3 Parts 99% with 1 part distilled or Reverse osmosis water. It just wont small as nice as some commercial ones do , Like the Gyeon Interior Detailer, or any Prep Sprays.
Hi Pan, more great tips, thank you!
I have an older car (1990 Nissan Figaro) which has several interior surfaces that are very sticky. Figaros are notorious for this. These are painted plastic surfaces. It seems to be a problem with the paint.
I've tried a variety of mild cleaners with no luck. Ideas?
Thanks man! To answer your question, it's hard to say as we don't have Figaro in Canada. And without seeing the vehicle, it's hard to troubleshoot. Did you try researching on car forums? Sometimes some people with identical issues share their process.
Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on CZcams as we surpassed 920,000 subscribers and we have over 120 million views! I have been detailing for 26 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers.
@@PanTheOrganizerI'll try finding a forum, good idea…
Hi, can be eulex rinsed off or it’s not safe to tires?
Which is better.
Koch chemie Eulex or Tea for tar removal
When you say sticky buttons, are you referring to the actual plastics changing chemical composition where the top layer is actually dissolving and feeling gooey which in turn makes them very sticky? Seems to happen in older cars. An example would be the steering wheel airbag cover on a C5 Corvette. What I found that works about 90% was Goof Off, but in time the plastic starts to get sticky again. Great info and video!
I meant sticky from dirt, oils and grime that accumulates over time.
Thanks pan, we have to things in common, detailing and drag racing, I'm off racing in September at hot rod drags at santa pod (2023), will try to send you some pictures etc see if you like racing from across the pond (England)
Thank you!! I managed a crazy fast best time of 10.1 @ 138 mph with my 911 Turbo S on the 1/4 mile drag run! And we clocked a 0-100 km/h in 2.3s
@@PanTheOrganizer awesome
How did the motor home go at the Drag strip Pan? 😂😂😂 Lloyd
The motor home?
Hi Pan!
Would you recommend the citrol for stubborn wax and streaking on the windshield?
Id like to apply a coating. I used several glass cleaners and even Gyeon prep but they are still there. I was about to order glass compound and a rayon pad
Glass cleaners or paint preps alone aren’t meant to remove previous protections.
A glass stripper or glass polish will be your best friend.
Here are two simple and quick glass strippers that I like:
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That should work for the majority of glass sealants removal. If you have a pro grade glass coating that is more stubborn to remove, then you'd move up to a rayon polishing pad and a glass polish. I have a glass polishing tutorial on my channel.
Hey Pan, hope you are well. Not sure if you have heard of this product or have used it yet, but 3M Specialty Adhesive Remover is an amazing product... I use it on anything adhesive, leftover adhesive, tree sap, tar, paint transfer, etc. It works quick and easy, and saves me time and money, instead of using 30 different products, and spending an hour trying to remove whatever it is.
also, why do you not recommend that Citrol product on ceramic coated vehicles, I thought ceramic coatings were chemical resistant? Or is it just an over the top precaution?
Never heard of it, but sounds interesting.
They are chemical resistant to certain point. They are not magical force fields that will protect them against extremely harsh chemicals (super high alkaline pH degreasers like Citrol, or battery acid for example). And although they will protect the clear coat, that's their job, it doesn't mean the chemicals won't weaken or scar them, hence you lose a bit of the coating's properties.
Repeated use of super harsh alkaline or acidic chemicals will eventually weaken even the best coatings. There are limits to everything. Do coatings have a much higher chemical resistance compared to traditional waxes and sealants? Heck yeah, for sure. But they are not bulletproof.
See a video I made about the chemicals a coating can or can't resist here: czcams.com/video/e7WRbfkT5Yo/video.htmlsi=QRCD5HBQCBtW__Hb
Everyone please be careful with Citrol 266. It is one of the best heavy duty degreasers out there but it is not clearcoat safe. You can cut it by spraying it onto a slightly damp microfiber or applicator for tar. If you want to cut it further to make it even safer, spray it onto an even damper applicator (ring it out just until it no longer drips). No matter how you use Citrol 266, ALWAYS flush it with soap/water or rinseless/waterless wash to neutralize it as it can soften the clearcoat if this is not done. In time, it will eat away the clear if you don't flush it. Incredible product if used safely!
For track days, Griot's makes a 'Track Spray' that they say is formulated to remove tire rubber, scuff marks and the like. I've never used it myself, but I was a little surprised to find such a specific-use product.
Yeah I'd be curious to know what the formulation is. My guess is some sort of tar remover.
I just pick up TEA! You need to try that PAN👍🏻
Everyone who has used TEA tells me Eulex is much better. You can even tell in the comments here, the ones who used Tea aren't impressed.
@@PanTheOrganizer ya I just got some I going to try it out. Been using tac systems I also tried Gyeon both are good.
I worry about taking the white stenciling off if using something too harsh. Maybe isopropyl is the way to go? Thx Pan!
IPA always works for me.
AMG in all their wisdom put a Sport mode actuation lever right next to the cup holder. Not a great combo when a skinny Redbull can is thrown in to the mix. The end result is a sticky lever (real sticky). I just ran down to the garage and put a few drops of IPA on it and wiped it down- totally unstuck now and feels new again. I'll let ya know tomorrow if it shorted out! Thanks for the tip... I no longer drink Redbull, they need to work on their can to cup holder dynamics.
What is difference between KC eu and Tea .
Thanks
Low odor white spirit works very well on tar 🙂
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@pantheorganizer is ipa totaly safe? I know some degreasers will eat that white paint right off the buttons. Thanks a ton for your input
IPA is safer compared to most degreasers. A degreaser should really only be used on the exterior and engine bay. An all-purpose cleaner is a bit more suited for interior use, if properly diluted (follow the instructions of the product you are using).
But like for anything, as it's impossible to know how each specific material from all manufacturers will do, always test on an inconspicuous area first. Multiple light applications with light agitation is better than a heavy application a heavy scrubbing.
Learned a lot from your videos so thank you! but I have a big problem on my hands. My car is red and recently noticed a had a bird dipping on my hood. I did use soap and warm water to remove the majority but it appears I have a thin film that has settle onto the paint. What product can I use to remove it or what is the most economical way to do it.
If you washed the car and there is still a stain, that means the acidic contents of the bird poop started etching through the clear coat. Try using a water spot remover. And if the stain is still there, you will have to machine polish the paint.
Don't know if you can get a hand on KochChemie Tea wich is purpose cleaner for tar and bitumen removing. Tea is even stronger. Eulex is meant more for adhesives like glue from wraps etc.
The first time I experienced "sticky dash" was the worst experience I've had. It was so bad I had to combine the IPA with a healthy does of steam and stiff bristle brush agitation.
I am a big fan of Koch Chemie products, but have so far not tried the Eulex because some channels have described it as pretty agressive. Instead I used their tar remover labelled “Tea” and… absolutely useless, one of the very few dissapointments from that brand😆 Need to get a bottle Eulex for future washes.
I use TEA as first stage during the winter months, I put a laver of KC Vorreiniger B foam over it. It makes the pre-wash stage much more effective. Works on both wet and dry surface. Not sure if you get VPN in North America, it is a pH 13.1 prewash
Once you try Eulex, I don't think you'll use Tea.
Great video Pan and great tips mate,have been watching alot of your videos 😊 from Harry 👍 in Australia.
Thanks mate!
Hi Pan
What is the difference between
KC tea and Eu Im looking for something stronger than Carpro tarX
According to Koch Chemie:
Eulex is a product for the quick removal of adhesives (eg sticker residues), rubber, tree resin, spray mist, ink stains, oil, greases, tar, etc. from solvent-resistant surfaces such as paintwork, glass, ceramic, metal, etc. Evaporates quickly and without leaving residues and contains no halogenated hydrocarbons.
Teerwasche (Tea) is a solvent-based, material-friendly cleaner for the effortless removal of tar and bitumen. Suitable for all solvent-resistant surfaces of passenger cars and commercial vehicles, car wash brushes, workshop floors, machines, etc. Free from halogenated hydrocarbons.
For tar, most prefer Eulex, and yes it's more powerful compared to TarX.
Thanks for the video. Really appreciate you sharing your experience. I have an unfortunate situation that occurred recently to me. In June, I took a road trip from Seattle Washington to Alberta. On the the way back while driving from Edmonton to Jasper, I drove over an area of road work that had signs for ‘fresh oil and chips on roadway’. When I reached Jasper, I realized that my vehicle was completely covered with a substance and it was already drive that I couldn’t wipe it. I returned to Seattle a few days later and took it to a detailing shop that made their best attempt but could not remove the substance completely from the body, tires and windows. Long story short, after filing a claim, I was contacted by the contractor of the roadwork and they said that I should use Citrol. My question for you is, with PPF on my car (full body), Will Citrol help with removal without damaging the PPF? Can I use on tires and windows also? Any advice is appreciated. Thank you.
Citrol would be too harsh on your PPF. You should check with your PPF installer what he thinks, as there are so many different kinds of PPF.
But Citrol is ok to use on glass, tires and paint. Just keep in mind, if you had any protection on the vehicle (wax, coating, etc) it will potentially damage that too.
@@PanTheOrganizer Thank you for the response. Would the other product that you showed in the video be better for the PPF?
Considering it sounds like you are one step off having to repaint/recover (ouch), you could try a small area as a test to see how it goes??? Before you start, make sure you are at a point where you are about to peel off the PPF and start again anyway. Try an indiscreet area to see if that works and expand outward?
Horrible situation for someone that loves their car enough to put on a PPF. Good luck and hope something works out!
Enjoy these tips, your neighbor in Vermont!
Awesome! Thank you!
Turtle wax has a good interior desinfectant which also cleans very well. It works on all surfaces. I was surprised how well it worked on disgusting car seats. I’m still looking for a good solution for buttons which are sticky because of the top layer compound which went bad. 🙄Alcohol works, but not very well. It requires lots of elbow grease. 🤔
This only works on buttons if your going to remove the coating with the alcohol otherwise alcohol for me didn’t work ?
Is the alcohol 75% ok for a black interior?🤔
Hey Pan , are these tar products safe on a fully vinyl wrapped vehicle? Thanks
I have never tested that (it's rare that people have wrapped cars in my area). You'll have to ask the installer of your vinyl wrap.
I've always took a rag with mineral spirits for heavy tar o.O hows that for the wax, sealant or ceramic coating?
For sure mineral spirits can weaken regular waxes and paint sealants. But you can easily reapply the protection if needed. Ceramic coatings typically have a much greater resistance to chemicals, so depending on what coating you have, it should be able to resist mineral spirits. But not all coatings are created equal so test on an inconspicuous area first.
What do you recommend for cleaning the leather ?
Many DIY guys use Le Chat Savon de Marseille soap,is it good ?
Don't do that. Use appropriate leather care products, that are pH balanced for use on leather, as leather has a slightly acidic pH.
Here are two tutorials I made on cleaning and protecting leather. One is with a leather coating (that lasts up to 12 months) and the other is with a leather sealant (that lasts up to 3 months).
Leather coating: czcams.com/video/CuN77nz8Ex8/video.htmlsi=nsvq3Q7E8ZOFwCFk
Leather sealant: czcams.com/video/YFqRpJhkqJw/video.htmlsi=C0kS_Iw6uUiqGX--
Thanks for the reply Pan 👌
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Hello, is KOCH CHEMIE | Eulex safe on PPF? Thanks
You would have to ask them I don't have the answer to that unfortunately. Be very careful with anything that can remove tar on PPF.
Mother's R3 is incredible for melted rubber remover.
I need to find a product that won't stain single stage paint. The turtle wax stuff ruined my finish. Is this safe for that?
I don't work on single stage paint unfortunately. You'd have to do some research.
Yes, isopropyl alcohol works great for melted plastic
Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on CZcams as we surpassed 965,000 subscribers and we have over 130 million views! I have been detailing for 26 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers.
You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing.
@@PanTheOrganizer thanks, Pan! Your channel is very useful for me. Yesterday I did windshield cleaning with yours advices and my windshield turned out really clear. Now it is very nice and safe to drive and I don't need to waste a windshield washer fluid as I did before. Now I only wipe and it is super clear, even now we have very rainy days in Kyiv, Ukraine. Thanks Pan!
In the b-roll i see Bug and tar But don't talk about it in the video. I do lots of track days and get rubber on the car. I have ppf and ceramic coating as well and it seems to take the ceramic off. What are your thoughts on the Bug & Tar? Thanks
The b-roll was just that, b-roll. I didn't have a car in with tar deposits while filming this video, so I just used old b-roll to make it visually interesting. Tar is tar. It was more to show the process. Most tar removers work well, the Turtle Wax included.
But the products shown in this video work even better on the specific tasks of road tar.
@@PanTheOrganizer thanks. Great video
Thanks David. What's your favourite video on my channe so far?
@@PanTheOrganizer My favorite videos are the glass cleaning ones. I have gotten a lot better at cleaning the glass now. I do need to learn on how to polish it especially on my track car. I am trying to find a film installer to to windshield film on to help protect it. but boy is it hard to find anyone to do it up here in the North East.
Cool!
I hate that "soft touch" coating that is applied to buttons and electronics.
IPA does work well, i have had to remove it from an old laptop, the whole thing got aticky like it was covered in glue.
Salut Pan, peut-tu faire cette vidéo en Français ? Elle est super !!
Non malheureusement.
I have a question for you. I've been detailing cars for almost 30 years. Have you ever done a video about how to deal with hard water spots that remain on cars and are impossible to get off! Let me know what you think. Thanks
Yes here: czcams.com/video/s1XNKFVSwRk/video.htmlsi=eR9HNFsh_NAgDkBl
Always start with the less aggressive method first. Wash with a shampoo like CarPro Descale made to remove mineral deposits.
If that doesn’t work, use a waterspot remover like CarPro Spotless 2.0 or Gtechniq Water Spot Remover or DIY Detail Water Spot Remover.
If that doesn’t work, go to machine polishing.
If that still doesn’t work in rare cases you’ll need water sanding or perhaps a full panel respray.
Water spots that are left unattended can etch through the clear coat and cause permanent damage.
@PanTheOrganizer Most of my customers have these spots that have penetrated the clean coat. I did purchase a spot remover after watching a video. Of course, it didn't work. I will try the other steps. Does not look promising. Enjoy your videos. Keep up the good work.
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Great tips :). Greetings from Poland :)
Thanks! Cheers from Canada!
Goof off works well👍
Sandpaper 😂😂😂jkjkjk pan. ✌️
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Have you tested choc chemie tea on road tar ?
I have, waste of money. Very weak performance. Will try the Eulex soon.
FWIW, I recently used Turtle Wax bug and tar remover (in a green spray bottle) and it worked GREAT. One thing I noticed however, is that you definitely need to leave it on for a few minutes before you start wiping off. Also it's a very thick product. That combined with tar residue ensured I just threw out the towel I used to wipe it off. Which is fine by me, just happy to have gotten rid of all the tar!
No, as my understanding is that Eulex is a better product overall. Much stronger.
@@PanTheOrganizer , I’ve heard to strong in some circumstances, I think it was the rag company did a video and said the Eulex can soften clear coat! So Tea might be a better solution for the easier jobs. Just thought I would ask if your had tried it yet.
I third world countries we don’t have that tar problems because the government won’t renew the asphalt😂 Thanks Pan for the info!
Hehe thanks Patricio!
Don't use alcohol on older Maserati or Ferrari buttons and some trim. The soft touch coating, paint and graphics sometimes comes right off. StickyRX refinishes them by repainting and laser etching.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts. How did you discover my channel by the way?
Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on CZcams as we surpassed 920,000 subscribers and we have over 120 million views! I have been detailing for 26 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers.
You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing.
@@PanTheOrganizer your videos ended up in my feed after watching a few detailing vids. I'm from Montreal as well btw. Wish you success with your channel, very thorough explanations! 🙏
Odd that the tar removal clip was from an earlier video using the Turtle Wax product not the one described/linked in the video/description. That said, I just used the TW bug and tar remover on a car and found it worked really well. I found however, that it worked much easier if I sprayed it directly on the vehicle, allowed it to dwell for a few minutes (at which point, black tar streaks starts to appear brown and extra gross), then wiped it off with a microfiber cloth. Furthermore, the TW product is very thick, hydrophobic and that combined with tar stains on that microfiber cloth? I just threw it out instead of trying to clean it.
That clip was just used for a fun b-roll clip, as I didn't have any vehicles with tar contamination while I was filming this new video. Don't overthink the moment hehe.
That was a paaaaaaaaaantastic video
Thanks Mike!
What does your car run thru the quarter?
I pulled a best 1/4 mile time of 10.1s @ 138 mph
It’s insane. That’s how I realized that channels like Car Wow actually got correct times when they also pulled 10.1-10.2 consistently.
We also measured a 0-60mph in 2.3s
Nobody needs this level of acceleration haha. I love it but it will likely be the last super fast car I get. Our roads aren’t made for that. Plus I actually drive right on the speed limits on cruise control when not at the track. I would never risk my or others life.
@@PanTheOrganizer is it stock or modded?
Bone stock. I don't modify my cars. The new 992 generation of the Turbo S is the fastest ever. My car has 650hp (640hp in American metrics) and is the biggest jump in horsepower from any previous Turbo S generation.
If you asked about quarter mile runs, I'm guessing you like drag races too? What car(s) do you drive and what's your time?
McG’s super degreaser 👌
the buttons stay sticky after though. that is the issue. cleaning the gunk this works on but making the button not sticky after is the mystery.
Nice tips but we dont need to dilute alcohol?
You'd use 91% or 70% IPA straight from the bottle. No need to dilute further in this application.
@PanTheOrganizer thanks. Now I understand for this purpose need no diluted but on the panel as prep should be diluted.
Correct. If used as a panel prep you dilute it as per the instructions in my other video.
Hi pan hope all is well.
Pan thinking about getting some McKee"s N-914 waterless wash ok Q.1 if got a pump sprayer an I spayed on the car first will that cumulate the dirt ?
As I can only use buckets at mo witch is your favourite pump sprayer ?
Q.2 am I right that you mix half Oz to a gallon with the mckee's n-914 ?
Q.3 An witch colour tip do you use with the pump sprayer think thay are 1.L an a 1.5L pan .
Q4 pan if I put the mckee's n-914 in a sprayer can I leave in the sprayer or is it best to poor get back in the gallon thats made up ?
All the best pan big hello to your family
Nice to see your girlfriend on the channel.
Stewart
Hi Stewart. Little correction here. McKee's N-914 is a rinseless wash, not a waterless wash. Big difference.
1. Yes you can, and should, pre-spray the car with the rinseless solution before doing the contact wash.
2. My favourite pump sprayers are Marolex and IK.
3. I use the stock tips that come installed on the sprayers. Don't overthink the moment for the tips.
4. You can leave the rinseless solution in the sprayer for 1 or 2 months that's fine. Beyond that, I would mix a fresh batch to be safe.
All of that info, and more, is in my full rinseless wash tutorial here: czcams.com/video/p58Y5qRd3OU/video.htmlsi=qDaGzz951zygu0VJ
And I even made a rinseless wash tutorial with the McKee's owner here: czcams.com/video/8wjMjcMm-dM/video.htmlsi=Sp-s_RWO-y7SYF6z
And as you know, all the links to the products are beneath in the description under each video.
@@PanTheOrganizer Hi thank you for the reply it's much appreciated as all ways .
Sorry for getting the wash mixed up I will be looking into a pump I witch your video frist about the pump once again thanks pan please please say hello to your family I do mean that when I say pan
All the pan
Stewart 😀😀👍
Hi pan sorry for replying again iv been looking at pump sprayers today think I be getting the Marolex Industry Ergo 2000 Concentrate Sprayer 2L
Question
The mckee's N914 can I make up a gallon of it with half Oz an keep it already mix for when I need to use it or are you not able to do so ?
All the best pan say hello to the family
Stewart
You can keep the mix in the bottle for 1 to 2 months no problem. Beyond that, I would mix a fresh batch.
@@PanTheOrganizer Hi pan thank you iv got a pump sprayer lined up an I'm looking in to the mckee's N914 now say hello to the family as alway pan all the best p.s hope your all doing well
Stewart
Many all purpose cleaners must be used with caution as they will completely remove the painted on labels from knobs and buttons!!
Correct. Test on inconspicuous areas first, and make sure you get the appropriate dilution ratio for interior use.
Oh great, the first minute in 4K and I have to throw up 😂😂😂 Thank's Pan 😇😂
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3:20 oh! I didn’t know that 99% IPA was available. Thanks
You'll always learn new things by watching my videos. ;)
Have a good day!
@@PanTheOrganizer I don’t understand how to search specific topics (on your channel) I want to know how to polish out specks on my windshield and light scratches on my side view mirrors AND gauge cluster . I have a 2021 Toyota Tundra Crewmax. I’ll get to the paint correction very soon. Thanks!! You rock!
It's super simple. In the CZcams search bar, simply type the topic you are looking for, and add the words "Pan The Organizer" at the end. For example, if you are looking for a glass polishing tutorial, type "Glass Polishing Pan The Organizer" and you'd fall on this video: czcams.com/video/yMi5PtyqUI8/video.htmlsi=d-6WcbpPF9i2U3vP
With over 900 videos on my channel so far, and new ones added twice weekly (Wednesday and Saturday), you'll likely always find what you're looking for.
I don't have a video on gauge cluster polishing, but the solution is quite simple. Hand polish using a microfiber towel, and this polish: amzn.to/3OOCTa4
Also, I highly recommend that you watch my popular paint correction tutorial here: czcams.com/video/ustTEVGMOTI/video.html
@@PanTheOrganizer and THIS is why I love your channel! Thanks for the response!
Thanks I appreciate the support. How did you discover my channel by the way?
Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on CZcams as we surpassed 920,000 subscribers and we have over 120 million views! I have been detailing for 26 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers.
You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing.
99% IPA is not as good of an antiseptic as one would think. 70% is actually better.
Anyone else ever accidentally started to remove the white button lettering with super clean?
That’s way too harsh for use on the interior. Be very careful with APCs especially those not specifically formulated for automotive use (Super Clean is more of a household product).
For the vw or audi, ise bakeoven Cleaner
Holly crap! The big guns. Isn't that a bit too strong?