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Old 12-07-2009, 07:07 PM   #1
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My '08 sedan has really bad water spots on the windows and won't go away. I have tried Stoner's Invisible Glass & Windex, but they don't do anything. Is there anything that I could use to remove them effectively and how can I prevent it from happening again?
Also how do you guys clean the engine bay? Mine is very dusty from my dirt road... should I just spray it with a pressure washer and is there anything I have to worry about when spraying it? Thanks
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Old 12-19-2009, 03:14 PM   #2
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Sounds like you need a glass polish. Look around there are several brands.

I don't think pressure washers are good for the engine bay. You need to be careful of the electrics and air intake.
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Old 01-06-2010, 05:15 AM   #3
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My '08 sedan has really bad water spots on the windows and won't go away. I have tried Stoner's Invisible Glass & Windex, but they don't do anything. Is there anything that I could use to remove them effectively and how can I prevent it from happening again?

One of the best and cheapest ways I've found to remove water spots from glass ( do not use this on painted surfaces ) is to use Bar Keepers Friend, it's a kitchen cleanser. I mist down the glass with water then use a small amount of BKF on a damp rag, work the spotted area making sure the rag doesn't get too dry ( not too wet either ). Once you're done wipe with a clean rag, I think you'll be happy with the results.
BTW, this is the product I'm talking about http://www.surlatable.com/product/id...:referralID=NA

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Old 01-06-2010, 09:39 PM   #4
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One of the best and cheapest ways I've found to remove water spots from glass ( do not use this on painted surfaces ) is to use Bar Keepers Friend, it's a kitchen cleanser. I mist down the glass with water then use a small amount of BKF on a damp rag, work the spotted area making sure the rag doesn't get too dry ( not too wet either ). Once you're done wipe with a clean rag, I think you'll be happy with the results.
where do I buy this in canada?? i went their website to find a store locater and it only shows US states.

Or is there another product that's as strong / effective as Bar Keepers Friend that I can purchase locally here??

Water stains are pain in the ass for me these days...fak
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Old 01-07-2010, 06:57 AM   #5
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I have the same problem, also tried Stoners invisible glass, but it doesnt do anything on the area the wipers dont touch,
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Old 01-07-2010, 03:44 PM   #6
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where do I buy this in canada?? i went their website to find a store locater and it only shows US states.

Or is there another product that's as strong / effective as Bar Keepers Friend that I can purchase locally here??

Water stains are pain in the ass for me these days...fak
Try WalMart in your area, phone number 604-435-6905, also look in some of your larger grocery stores. I haven't tried anything else so I wouldn't suggest using something other the Bar Keepers Friend. If you can't find BKF in your area let me know.

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Old 01-07-2010, 03:51 PM   #7
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darkmoon87, this might help also http://www.barkeepersfriend.com/states/Canada.htm
BTW, this is the product I'm talking about, http://www.surlatable.com/product/id...:referralID=NA
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