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Old 09-21-2010, 08:47 AM
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Default Water spots.

Quick back story... I have to park my car on the street at my house and my step dad thought it'd be a great idea to put a sprinkler right in front of my car. Now my hood is absolutely covered with water spots.


I've washed my car a couple of times now and I cant get them out. MY question is, Is there a product that helps with this at all, or am i basically screwed?
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Old 09-21-2010, 08:51 AM
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have you tried buffing your car?
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Old 09-21-2010, 08:51 AM
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well water spots!?!? bro no bueno
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Old 09-21-2010, 08:59 AM
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Default Re: Water spots.

I had to use the Meguiar's 3-step system after the clay bar to get rid of the water spots:
My buddy had the same prob; but I called up my old boss at a detail shop and this is what he told me to try...
I use Meguirs so:
(1)paint cleaner, (2) polish & (3) Carnuba Wax

No more water stains. If that doesn't work, the 50/50 water & vinegar solution is a method that was suggested too.

Good luck. Depending on your time and how much you want to spend, you might want to try the water and vinegar first.
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Default Re: Water spots.

no i havent tried buffering yet but that does sound like a real good idea.

haha yes, well water spots.

and Z33, thank you for goin out of your way real quick. ill try a quick buffering one day soon, and if that doesnt work ill take the time and do all the steps
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Default Re: Water spots.

Try a clay bar first, especially if you've never used on on the car.
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Use a brick
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play doh works
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just get a damp rag and rub the spots really hard. takes a little extra time but it works for me and will save money
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Originally Posted by jdmmitsu00
just get a damp rag and rub the spots really hard. takes a little extra time but it works for me and will save money
AKA swirl your paint all to hell. dont just use a rag and water. buff clay bar and cleaner wax
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