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Old 06-20-11, 06:17 PM
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Default Windshield never clean

I can't seem to get my windshield looking the best. When in the shade it looks fine but when I take it out and when the sun hits the front glass I see tiny specs everywhere. How can I remove them. I clay bared it about two months ago but even then it didn't do much to clear it.
Old 06-20-11, 06:31 PM
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I have the same exact problem with my IS!
Old 06-20-11, 07:52 PM
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can you feel the specs if you run your fingernail across the windshield? If yes, then there's not much you're gonna do about that.
Old 06-21-11, 06:25 AM
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I would suggest that if you clayed whe windshield and the spots are still there that they may be pits and won't be removed by clay or polish. If you don't feel them with your fingertips they are likely pits. These can come from small impacts from freeway driving and acid rain. They accumulate over time and usually only show up in certain light. You can't effectively polish glass so if it is pitting you either live with it or replacement is the only effective solution.

OTOH, if you feel them as bumps on the glass go buy some plastic razor blades and have at it. You can also try a scotchbrite scrubbing pad and window cleaner.
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