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Old 10-17-05, 04:53 PM
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i have lil spots all over my car from sprinkler water, i tryed washing it and waxing it,help a lil but still there, i think iam going to have it buffed,and its all over the crome and wont come off
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one word: clay
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Those spots are mineral deposits. Either clay or vinegar should work. Both will remove wax so a reapplication will be needed. If you haven't clayed your vehicle before I'd highly recommend it.
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You can also clay the chrome . Heck you can clay the windshield I do.
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I tried the clay bar and it work wonders. Just make sure you don't scratch your clear coat while claying.
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I spent a week at the South Jersey shore last month and when I got home I washed my GX and I noticed that it had water spots (from the salt air) on the mirrors and windows. It never rained while I was there, but some mornings, there was a mist all over the vehicle. The paint was fine. I tried using the clay on them but it didn't remove it all. Maybe the vinegar will work.
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