"Uncle_vito" > wrote in message
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> Use car wax.
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> Vito
>
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> > wrote in message
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>> well I recently found an oily stain on the front hood of my car. I
>> can only assume that it is from the lawn mower gas can in the garage.
>> any ideas on how to remove it? thanks for ant advice.
>>

Wax will certainly seal and protect the stain!

I'd first try a regular carwash soap. If that doesn't work, try diluted
dishwashing liquid soap (Palmolive, etc.) and if that removes it, follow by
waxing the area to protect it.

Tom K.