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    Waterspots

    Just saw my new black Vett in direct sunlight and it has waterspots everywhere.How do I get them off?

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    you can try wiping the finish with vinegar, it will remove recent water spots. If the calcium and other minerals have etched the clearcoat, you will have no choice other than to polish the paint.

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    Thanks,I suppose the vinegar will not hurt the paint,just take off the wax?Will claying work?

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    Re: Waterspots

    Quote Originally Posted by Franking50 View Post
    Thanks,I suppose the vinegar will not hurt the paint,just take off the wax?Will claying work?
    so.. how did those spots work out for you?

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    Re: Waterspots

    Since it's been 11 years, I'm guessing he doesn't even own that car anymore.

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    Re: Waterspots

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    so.. How did those spots work out for you?
    Quote Originally Posted by bretts4 View Post
    since it's been 11 years, i'm guessing he doesn't even own that car anymore.
    lol!

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    Quote Originally Posted by Rsurfer View Post
    lol!
    maybe we will get lucky and have a fairy tale ending

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