Water spots on top of Opti-coat

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Hey guys, so I used to apply Opti-coat 2.0 (and loved it). I have a customer who I opti-coated his car a few months ago and now he's got water spots (from either rain or washing, not sure yet). He's curious what can be done to remove them (either him or me) without damaging the opticoat. Any advice is appreciated. Thanks!
 
I'd say get some Carpro Spotless, I'm liking this stuff, and just bought another large bottle right here with the mega 25% off sale.

Down here in New Mexico, with the Caliche we have in our water, you would more believe that Carlsbad Caverns was formed in a few short decades, rather than 1000's of years. Faucet Aerators look like they're 70 years old within a few short months.

And the water here will give you Kidney Stones the size of Golf Balls, trust me, I know from experience, and 6 hours in a local hospital one night, and never drank this tap water here ever again.
 
Yup spotless will do the trick. Every avid detailer either hobbiest or professional should have a bottle of it. It works quick and easy and actually lives up to its claims. Plus its super cheap.
 
Thanks guys, sounds like I need some Carpro spotless myself.

Out of curiousity, will white vinegar strip Opticoat if he used that in a pinch? He was curious if he could remove them himself with something he already has, but neither of us want to damage the 2.0 since I can't get anymore.
 
I'm not really lookin for a new tube, I'd rather just get the water spots taken care of without damaging the Opti-coat, if possible
 
jarred767 said:
I'm not really lookin for a new tube, I'd rather just get the water spots taken care of without damaging the Opti-coat, if possible
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Try some of this:

Meguiars Mirror Glaze #47 Hard Water Spot Remover


Bob
 
Any idea if the M47, Carpro Spotless or a vinegar solution will harm the OC 2.0?
 
jarred767 said:
Any idea if the M47, Carpro Spotless or a vinegar solution will harm the OC 2.0?
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"Meguiar’s #47 Hard Water Spot Remover will remove existing hard water spots and minerals with an easy–to-use formula.

Unlike compounds or polishes, #47 sprays onto the fiberglass surface and wipes away effortlessly.

It requires no polisher or rigorous buffing.

The thick, low-drip formula clings to vertical surfaces like the side of your boat or RV. As it penetrates, it breaks down the mineral deposits chemically.

There are no abrasives and the formula does not abrade the gel coat"

•Try some in a "test spot" manner.
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•Vinegar is a very mild acidic product (acetic acid).
-Try some in a "test spot" manner.
 
Extremely doubtful that you can chemically strip opti-coat.
 
af90 said:
Extremely doubtful that you can chemically strip opti-coat.
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Chris Thomas said:
Anything that will remove paint, will remove Optimum's Coatings..chemical or abrasive. But you'd have to understand that a chemical that will remove the coating will not descriminate the coating from the paint and all will be removed or damaged so we've never really discussed the chemicals that would remove it.

What we have discussed are solvents and cleaners that normally tear right through know LSP's...those will not permeate Optimum Coatings.
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Paint Strippers come to mind.


Bob
 
I just had the same thing happen. No big deal. Optimum power clean 3 to 1 spray on and rinse off.
 
DaveT435 said:
If you do get in a jam and need some. Nothing I'm trying to turn a profit on.
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Thanks for the offer, I've got about 15cc's still left and I'm in the process of stepping things up and going Pro with Optimum, so I should be set. Thanks for the offer though, appreciate it!
 
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