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Now in Florida |
Washed the car this weekend and noticed some pretty stubborn water spots on the passenger side. This side faces the lawn sprinklers in the morning, so I think that's where they come from. Was looking at Chemical Guys Water Spot Remover....But I haven't been super-impresed with the Jet Seal that I put on the car less than 6 months ago. Does the forum have any favorites for removing water spots?This message has been edited. Last edited by: ChicagoSigMan, | ||
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Before getting into anything too exotic, I would first try a liquid cleaner/wax such as Meguiars. | |||
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| Now in Florida |
THat's what I washed the car with... | |||
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I would give a strong second to the Meguiars carnauba cleaner wax. I put it on fairly heavy, even let it sit up overnight in a garage, And it will take off the water/mineral spots really well. | |||
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Now and Zen |
Would CLR (perhaps diluted) do the job without harm? ___________________________________________________________________________ "....imitate the action of the Tiger." | |||
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Get some clay. I use it on the windshield also. | |||
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I’ve always used a 1:1 ratio of white vinegar and distilled water. Use a sponge to wash the area for a minute or two and then rinse. Just make sure the vehicle is already washed beforehand and don’t wipe with a heavy hand. Rinse it well afterwards and then wax. ——————————————— The fool hath said in his heart, There is no God. Psalm 14:1 | |||
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Happily Retired |
Any decent wax will remove water spots. I prefer Meguires products. .....never marry a woman who is mean to your waitress. | |||
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I use this on my boat motor. It is the best product I have ever come across! Wipe it on and wipe it of! That easy... It will blow you away. Trust me. The original water spot remove is what I use. https://duckyproducts.com/stor...ot-Removers-c5736526 "Shoot lower, Sheriff, They're ridin' shetlands" May I assume you're not here to inquire about the alcohol or the tobacco? | |||
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The cake is a lie! |
I like Mother's or Meguire's Clay bar. | |||
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Have you tried wizard products yet?
Not a bad option either. | |||
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Car Washes use a PDMS chemical additive to force water to sheet off rather than coalesce into droplets that dry into water spots. They buy it by the drum. Many car washes (Meguire's, O'Reilly,.etc) have this stuff in their formula that causes water not to spot. Dry quickly with a cloth after washing. “To see what is right and not do it, is want of courage”. Confucius | |||
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I would be super careful with that stuff. The fish is mute, expressionless. The fish doesn't think because the fish knows everything. | |||
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Kentucky water is horrible for spotting and I have tried may a way to remove water spots. The chemical guy's stuff is decent if the spots have not been there long. In my experience, best is probably, wash, clay bar and polish with a nice polishing compound, then wax. Remember to wax/seal paint after using any type of compound to remove water spots. | |||
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thin skin can't win |
And stop parking where your car gets sprinkled on!  Worst spotting issue I ever had was a very light rain on a spotless black car, followed by blazing sun. Not just spots but etching, which was a bear to get out. You've got good advice here (other than the CLR)that will work for you. May take some time/muscle/effort but you will try to avoid going forward. You only have integrity once. - imprezaguy02 | |||
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You washed your car with a cleaner/wax ?? | |||
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Yeah just have the sprinkler wash off the soap on your Corvette. | |||
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Agreed. That stuff would likely be incredibly harsh on the clear coat let alone any aluminum trim. As to removing or addressing water spotting, read through this for some good info and recommendations. https://www.autogeekonline.net...ighlight=water+spots ----------------------------- Guns are awesome because they shoot solid lead freedom. Every man should have several guns. And several dogs, because a man with a cat is a woman. Kurt Schlichter | |||
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| Now in Florida |
 Were you referring to a different kind of product? | |||
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| Now in Florida |
Tried so far: Chemical Guys Butter Wet Wax - No help Vinegar solution - didn't work on paint. Helped slightly on plastic trim but not to a satisfactory level. Clay - did not work at all Ducky Original Water Spot Remover - did not work at all on paint or plastic trim. I am thinking my next step will be a compound followed by a polish, wax and sealant. | |||
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