Removing tough waterspots

[anson89]

What do you guys use to remove tough waterspots? Especially on a black car

[craigr]

We might need more info to guide you in the right direction.

Do you know if they are type 1 or type 2? If not check out the second post in this thread as Mike explains this very issue. http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/ask-expert-featuring-mike-phillips/20991-what-best-lsp-protect-against-water-spots.html

What type of compounds/polishes/cleaners do you have? Have you tried clay? Is the surface maintained regularly with wax?

Craig

[Blackthorn One]

First I would try clay, and if that doesn't work, I would polish them out.

[ScottB]

vinegar wipe down sometimes works, polishing is another, and wet-sanding for etching from waterspots. Best design is to use a good wax or sealant and reapply often for best possible protection.

[Rsurfer]

Danase Water Spot Remover is getting some great reviews.

[loco]

I usually try clay first, then vinegar. If those don't get them, try Klasse AIO. If they aren't etched in, AIO will remove them. If they are etched and it's just a few and your car isn't covered with them, something like ScratchX will get them out.

[DARK HORSE]

vinegar wipe down sometimes works, polishing is another, and wet-sanding for etching from waterspots. Best design is to use a good wax or sealant and reapply often for best possible protection.

Will vinegar remove the wax like a paint cleaner does? Just wondering if one should wipe off the vinegar with a QD and re-wax over the affected arrea.

[Blackthorn One]

Will vinegar remove the wax like a paint cleaner does? Just wondering if one should wipe off the vinegar with a QD and re-wax over the affected arrea.
I would say that anything that removes water spots can remove wax.

[ricks778]

I agree with craigr more info, are these spots on the paint, or the windows?

[Blackthorn One]

I've had excellent results using vinegar to remove water spots from glass. If that fails, you can carefully use a razor blaze on glass only.