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01-06-2012, 07:52 PM | #1 |
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Water spots...
What is the best way to get rid of water spots? I've read so many different remedies, but has anyone had successful results with a specific method? Thanks
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01-07-2012, 12:01 AM | #2 |
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It depends..........
I would try 50/50 distilled water and vinegar, then straight vinegar. If thoes steps fail you can use Chemical guys water spot remover, if that fails they are likely etched in the paint and you need a compounding/polishing. Cheers, GREG |
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01-07-2012, 01:33 PM | #3 |
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you can also try these products,
P21S Gloss Enhancing Paintwork Cleanser. I had good success on my black sapphire paint removing light water spot marks. Dodo Juice Lime Prime Pre-Wax Cleanser Polish I bought it, but have not used it yet. |
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01-07-2012, 02:28 PM | #4 |
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I've heard using vinegar can sometimes eat up the paint, have you had any trouble with that?
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01-07-2012, 02:29 PM | #5 |
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Is P21S Gloss Enhancing Paintwork Cleanser a wax or polish replacement?
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01-07-2012, 05:08 PM | #6 | |
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How long have the spots been present? If it's a matter of months (vs days or a week) then they are most likely etched into the paint.
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01-08-2012, 05:27 AM | #7 |
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i would avoid the vinegar solution if it were me. I contemplated it, but as pointed out above, I had heard it could eat into your paint. I had good success with the P21 solution, but I did have to apply it 3 times. It is a very mild abrasive paint cleaner pre-wax solution. The Dodo juice actually looks and feels slightly more abrasive, but I did not have to use it.
If the marks do not come, I suggest hiring a pro detailer. |
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I know you are trying to get rid of water spots, but here's a hint for avoiding them when you wash. Spend about $3 for 4 gallons of distilled water from the local Walmart or other store (Walmart seems to be cheapest), then use these as a final rinse after you spray off your car after washing...make sure the car stays wet, then just sheet the distilled water over the car, making sure to splash onto areas that don't easily get wet. Then dry as usual with good quality MF towels...it'll do wonders...no water spots
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Typically a washing, vinegar/water solution or a clay bar will not remove the water marks, they only works when it's a light residue on the surface. Unfortunately many water marks actually lightly etch in to the surface and in these instances you'll need a stronger option. The Chemical Guys Water Spot Remover can be used to remove light etchings that are hard to see or feel. This is a really strong cleaning formula that should be used with care. The more traditional option is to polish that area, starting with a less aggressive polish to a stronger one. I would suggest starting with medium pressure and a polish like the Meguiar's M205 and move up to the M105 if need be. If that doesn't work you may need the extra power of a buffer to help work those polishes in. With the the help of a buffer you can remove the majority of the surface imperfections from water marks and you'll also remove some of the swirls and oxidation so the entire surface looks like new again. For the glass I would use the Glass Science Glass Scrub, which does a great job of deep cleaning the exterior glass and removing water marks. If you have any other questions please don't hesitate to ask.
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