Water spots on ceramic coating

[Johnny_ynnhoJ]

There's some hard water spots from a sprinkler I wasn't aware of were I park(assigned). Bottom flat part of the front fascia has the spots. I tried white distilled vinegar but barely anything. Looks like a light polish is all I can do? Then apply new ceramic or just leave it? I've got a quick easy cardboard barrier between the culprit and my car now.

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[lizardrko]

Try using Carpro Spotless or the waterspot remover of your choice. I just suggested Capro as their products are pretty good

 

[kilobravo]

I second that recommendation for "Spotless."

 

[Johnny_ynnhoJ]

Thanks I just ordered the Carpro spotless. Let you know how it works

 

[DFB5.0]

As others suggested, using a dedicated water spot remover would be a worthwhile first response.

Using Spotless might prevent the need to start polishing and compromising the ceramic coating. These products don't always work but it's always best to start with the least aggressive method first.

Check out the info, application method and video in the link below -
https://detailingshed.com.au/collections/water-spot-removers/products/carpro-water-spot-remover

 

[Johnny_ynnhoJ]

It worked! Glad I tried that first and thank you. I was iffy about it with mixed reviews. Anyways, I zip tied the small hose in the other direction that was spraying my car at night.

 

[dpAtlanta]

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[Albertcado]

Thanks I just ordered the Carpro spotless. Let you know how it works

how'd it work out?

 

[Johnny_ynnhoJ]

Results were very good. I posted a reply, not sure if you missed it. For me I used a microfiber, sprayed a heavy amount, waited a few minutes. Gently removing the minerals, when it became smooth I hit it again using tougher wipes until it was all gone.

Now that it was a year ago, nothing returned and HOA doesn't know I destroyed the sprinkler

You have the same issues?

 

[Albertcado]

Results were very good. I posted a reply, not sure if you missed it. For me I used a microfiber, sprayed a heavy amount, waited a few minutes. Gently removing the minerals, when it became smooth I hit it again using tougher wipes until it was all gone.

Now that it was a year ago, nothing returned and HOA doesn't know I destroyed the sprinkler

You have the same issues?

Here's a pic of my water stain that won't come off.

I had some bad hard water streaks that left long water/mineral stains etched in the clear coat. It's from the water dripping across the hood and drying before I noticed. They look like long micro scratches up close, almost 3 feet long. Just ordered a bottle of the carpro spotless 2.0 spot remover and hope it works out. Did you have to wash the area with water after every application of the spot remover? I read it could damage the paint if it's not used properly.

 

[DFB5.0]

Here's a pic of my water stain that won't come off.

I had some bad hard water streaks that left long water/mineral stains etched in the clear coat. It's from the water dripping across the hood and drying before I noticed. They look like long micro scratches up close, almost 3 feet long. Just ordered a bottle of the carpro spotless 2.0 spot remover and hope it works out. Did you have to wash the area with water after every application of the spot remover? I read it could damage the paint if it's not used properly.

Ideally, you would wash the car prior to using Spotless so you are not rubbing dirt/dust ect into the paint. You could also water-less wash just the panels you are going to treat.

Any product comes with risks, used as directed you will be fine.

 

[Johnny_ynnhoJ]

Yes definitely washed the area first. As DFB5.0 said read directions. Just take your time, baby it if you'd like. it's not an urgent issue although we like quick fixes in life. Best of luck would like to know the results.

Here's a pic of my water stain that won't come off.

I had some bad hard water streaks that left long water/mineral stains etched in the clear coat. It's from the water dripping across the hood and drying before I noticed. They look like long micro scratches up close, almost 3 feet long. Just ordered a bottle of the carpro spotless 2.0 spot remover and hope it works out. Did you have to wash the area with water after every application of the spot remover? I read it could damage the paint if it's not used properly.

 

[lizardrko]

Yes definitely washed the area first. As DFB5.0 said read directions. Just take your time, baby it if you'd like. it's not an urgent issue although we like quick fixes in life. Best of luck would like to know the results.

Yeah always try to least aggressive method first (water spot remover). If the clear coat has been etched, then a polish is pretty much the only solution. Try a finishing polish, then get more agressive if needed.

 

[Albertcado]

Yeah always try to least aggressive method first (water spot remover). If the clear coat has been etched, then a polish is pretty much the only solution. Try a finishing polish, then get more agressive if needed.

How the hell does a water streak leave so much damage to the point it looks like a 3 foot long scratch... it was right after I washed the car too.

 

[Johnny_ynnhoJ]

How the hell does a water streak leave so much damage to the point it looks like a 3 foot long scratch... it was right after I washed the car too.

Hard water will do that. I suggest a different water source to see if that helps avoid more streaks.

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