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Old 05-10-2013, 11:43 PM   #1
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Rubber Tire Mark Cleaner

Hey guys, sorta new to the forum but I got a question. I had hit some tire debris because I had no way to dodge a piece of tire on the freeway and my front end just dived right into the piece of tire. So now my front lip has some black tire marks. What do you guys use to take off these rubber marks? Anyone experienced this?
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I use detailer's cleanse all exterior cleaner or you could try bug and tar remover. Let it sit for 5 minute or so and wipe it with a microfiber.
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thanks guys. i'll keep that in mind.
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Tarminator is my go to for cleaning tenacious crud, most auto part stores should have it. You could also try a bug and tar sponge if it doesn't want to clean with a microfiber towel. Presoak with all purpose cleaner(at paint safe dilution) or bug and tar remover of choice. Soak the bug sponge in soapy water(car shampoo) for 5 or so minutes and lightly scrub with the sponge.
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Tarminator is my go to for cleaning tenacious crud, most auto part stores should have it. You could also try a bug and tar sponge if it doesn't want to clean with a microfiber towel. Presoak with all purpose cleaner(at paint safe dilution) or bug and tar remover of choice. Soak the bug sponge in soapy water(car shampoo) for 5 or so minutes and lightly scrub with the sponge.

yes on the tarminator. not so easy to find locally though. I can't find it anywhere and have to order it.
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