JLTSX07

Hey guys,

I really need some help. I have a 2007 Acura TSX. Today, while going to work, I unfortunately got stuck going down a road where they were doing pot hole repairs. In the process, I managed to get pieces of tar stuck on my rims. When I got to work, I took my finger and wiped the chunks off (looked like pebble rocks), but it left some black residue that didn't want to come off with my finger. I also have the little pebbles stuck inside my rim (multi spoke rim) and I can't reach them with my hand through the spokes. Is there any kind of a spray that I could use to remove them? I was hoping to spray something on my rim and inside my rim, follwed up by a pressure washer. Any suggestions? Also, will this stuff still be removable later on tonight? I can't go wash it off right now, but I am worried about it. Also, I am sure it is all over the bottom of my car. I am assuming that this is not a big deal? If someone could offer some suggestions, that would be great!

JLTSX07

Anyone??!!!

Hawhyen51

I use Stoner Tarminator and should be available locally . . .

paradigm

ditto. Tarminator works wonders. spray it on, let it sit for 30-60 seconds on tough spots and junk will wipe right off.

if you're in a hurry, WD40 will also work well. just be sure to clean and protect the areas after treating with either product.

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exceldetail

I actually find the WD-40 a little more pallitable.....

JLTSX07

Can I spray the Tarminator onto my rim, let it sit, then hose it off? The problem that I am having is that I can't really gain access to some of the tar on the inside of the rim. It would require me to take off the tire, which I would rather not do. Any ideas?

TOGWT

The reasoning for the use of solvents for the removal of bituminous asphalt is that it dissolves it as a means of removal, as opposed to rubbing it, tar is waterproof so water alone will not remove it (although warm water will soften it). Asphalt is very sticky and its presence on your paint means that harder particulate matter (dirt/grit) has also stuck to it. By agitating or rubbing the dirt/grit that is contained with the bituminous asphalt will cause surface marring or possibly scratching, dissolution alleviates any potential surface damage.

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