how to remove hard water spots

[Guzic]

Originally Posted by quality_sound

All you need is white vinegar. Do not, for the love of god, out CLR on your paint. A good LSP will help make removal easier if you do get hard water spots but nothing will help if they sit for a period of time. Bug guts are the same. I always keep some spray wash, quick detailer, and some microfibers in my cars just in case.

This. Spraying on CLR is just asking for trouble.

[gramicci101]

Get an inline water softener for future car washes. It'll take all the crap out that causes water spots. Vegas has terrible water and this thing is a godsend.

Beyond that, use a good paint cleaner and a buffer, or really work it into the paint by hand. Once you've cleaned the paint you'll need to reseal it, because the paint cleaner will strip the sealant off. I like Sonax products from Detailer's Domain.

[Guzic]

Originally Posted by gramicci101

Get an inline water softener for future car washes. It'll take all the crap out that causes water spots. Vegas has terrible water and this thing is a godsend. .

I'm with you on Vegas having horrible water. However, Using Stay Fresh's shampoo that actually prevents water spots from foaming has allowed me to do normal car washes without an inline filter. However a filter is always recommended.

I really recommend the shampoo by Stay Fresh if you are prone to water spots while washing your car. I am able to leave water on the entire car before drying for a prolonged period of time and have never encountered any serious water spot issues.