Quote: Originally Posted by Quickbrick
I am not going anywhere near that road until they finish re-surfacing it - wait until you see what is waiting for you under all of that dust SuperRub
The back of the car is covered in tiny specs of Tar, and Gary is right about having to take all the rims off to get them clean
I reckon there are a few good hours of scrubbing to get the
MCS clean again, so I don't think I will be venturing up the Mountains until the Roadworks are complete. Seeing as you live so close Rub, you can be the official scout and let us all know when it is safe to venture back up there again
Gregg
Hi,
I've been through a tar nightmare in my car a few times
The mini rear is a vortex that attracts dirt, and if tar is on the road it is a nightmare
The worst was after I did the MT Buller sprint when the road virtually melted
From experience, trial and error, and advice from detailing and motorsport people, I can offer advice as to the best way to remove the tar specks
Use a soft sponge and kerosene. Soak the sponge in kerosene and gently rub onto a small affected area. The tar will gradually dissolve over 1-2 minutes. Then use copious detergent and water to wash of the liquefied tar and kero. Repeat this process on all affected areas. It is suprisingly quick, and will take you around 30 minutes to have paint surface that is smooth as a babies bottom
The technique also works on wheels.
The key is to be patient. Don't try and rub the tar off, otherwise it scratches
Be patient and it will gradually dissolve.
Make sure you thoroughly wash off all residue when you are finished.
Cheers
Robbo
