Water spots.. already?

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Post by Joemax »

I wouldn't use any waterless cleaner. Water washes all the grit and dirt away. Dry quickly using a big towel and if waterspouts are still there then some decent polish to remove

I agree with the waterless cleaner but not so sure about a towel, better to use a microfibre cloth, depending on the towel it can produce very fine swirls on the paintwork...Im just following what the pro detailing guys do when they wash the cars.
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Post by Tel »

There is a very simple and effective way to remove the calcium form your paint or PPF that I have to use regularly (as we live in a v hard water area).
never use polish as the marks will still be there.

Go to Asda and buy a cheap white wine vinegar. Use a small pad (I use Meguiars from Halfords).
Attack one panel at a time, just putting vinegar on it, in long vertical or horizontal strokes, not circular as you are effectively removing very fine abrasive particles.
Leave it for 5 minutes.

Follow this up with a Microfibre cloth soaked in water to neutralise and hey presto...spots be gone!

Been using this method for many years, and I detail cars for a hobby, and it has never failed to work. Watering down into a solution, just means it will take longer to remove the deposits, and WWV will not harm paintwork.

Good luck and let us know how you get on.
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Post by SammyV6S »

Amazing - thanks Tel.
Less work than polishing them out too! I think this might be what I try in the garage tonight then...

Interesting how all the major car care companies recommend polishing them out!
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Thanks for the handy tip Tel.
Fish n chips tonight then SammyLOL, let us know how you get on.
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Haha I'll bring them with me.. will end up with greasy fingerprints all over the car instead!!
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Post by ronniet »

i do haul out the hose, plentiful supply of clean water then.

Ive also had an outside mixer tap fitted to get a bit of hot or warm water to get rid of ingrained dirt and keep my hands warm in the winter.

Vinegar is a great agent for cleaning, but it is an acid and shouldnt be left on
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Post by ronniet »

the towel is microfibre and it is only placed on the car...dont rub with it, just pat it to pick up the moisture
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Post by SammyV6S »

Thanks guys, all the comments coming together then and I have my plan of attack!


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Make sure you don't use up all the vinegar, leave some for the fish n chips!
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Post by ronniet »

malt vinegars best for fish and chips
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