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Posted by vendicated_03gt (Member # 9815) on :
 
ok ppl. i got a 95 honda del sol. a couple days ago. from the first owner. and he didnt take good care of it. but always maintned it really good the paint is done and interior clean as fuk. clean title. ok. so the windows have water stains is there a way to remove them ? i tryed wax it helped but i need something that will like just scuff that shit out of there. lmk. if u have a suggestion.
 
Posted by fstryde3 (Member # 8436) on :
 
I'm no expert by any means but try two parts water 1 part vinegar solution I've heard of people doing that with some success.

[ December 08, 2010, 02:22 AM: Message edited by: fstryde3 ]
 
Posted by six 5.0 (Member # 3153) on :
 
Use cerium oxide (jewelers rouge/glass polish). You can get it on-line for approx. $10/20. TRUST ME is worth it. It makes it effortless.
 
Posted by six 5.0 (Member # 3153) on :
 
Or, if you want to make an 1 1/2 hour drive to my shop. I'll get em off for ya, LOL.
 
Posted by SUMO (Member # 8553) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by fstryde3:
I'm no expert by any means but try two parts water 1 part vinegar solution I've heard of people doing that with some success.
+1
 
Posted by Carless (Member # 9119) on :
 
The easiest way to do it would be glass cleaner nd steel wool. Just scrub for a bit nd wipe it off. If that doesn't work, get some aluminum brightener from kragen or anywhere that sells detail supplies. Let it sit on your window for 45 second to a minute nd a half. Then scrub with steel wool then use the glass cleaner to wipe it off. Nd keep wiping til you get off all the smudges from the aluminum brightener. Don't know whee your located, but if you're free sunday, bring it by my work, nd I'll help you out.
 
Posted by x42bnx (Member # 9529) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Carless:
The easiest way to do it would be glass cleaner nd steel wool. Just scrub for a bit nd wipe it off. If that doesn't work, get some aluminum brightener from kragen or anywhere that sells detail supplies. Let it sit on your window for 45 second to a minute nd a half. Then scrub with steel wool then use the glass cleaner to wipe it off. Nd keep wiping til you get off all the smudges from the aluminum brightener. Don't know whee your located, but if you're free sunday, bring it by my work, nd I'll help you out.
I can't tell you how many people I have seen use steel wool and come to me asking why their windows have scratches.

A claybar will work.
 
Posted by 73 on DUBS (Member # 5677) on :
 
get them polished jus like u would polish a cars paint
 
Posted by N8 (Member # 6048) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Carless:
The easiest way to do it would be glass cleaner nd steel wool. Just scrub for a bit nd wipe it off. If that doesn't work, get some aluminum brightener from kragen or anywhere that sells detail supplies. Let it sit on your window for 45 second to a minute nd a half. Then scrub with steel wool then use the glass cleaner to wipe it off. Nd keep wiping til you get off all the smudges from the aluminum brightener. Don't know whee your located, but if you're free sunday, bring it by my work, nd I'll help you out.
This dont even sound safe.

But good tips ya'll I have the same issue on my wifes truck.
 
Posted by six 5.0 (Member # 3153) on :
 
It sounds like your water spots have etched your glass… When contaminated water sits/bakes on your glass for week, months or in your case, years. This will most certainly be the end result. Unless you know what your dong, I would not recommend using steel wool of any grade. If you can wait a few days order the cerium oxide. If you cannot, try a liquid compound like Meguiars Ultimate Compound (you can buy this at any auto parts store). If you have a polisher of any sort, use it. If not some elbow grease and this SHOULD do the trick.

[ December 08, 2010, 06:18 PM: Message edited by: six 5.0 ]
 
Posted by 90GT510 (Member # 9199) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by N8:
quote:
Originally posted by Carless:
The easiest way to do it would be glass cleaner nd steel wool. Just scrub for a bit nd wipe it off. If that doesn't work, get some aluminum brightener from kragen or anywhere that sells detail supplies. Let it sit on your window for 45 second to a minute nd a half. Then scrub with steel wool then use the glass cleaner to wipe it off. Nd keep wiping til you get off all the smudges from the aluminum brightener. Don't know whee your located, but if you're free sunday, bring it by my work, nd I'll help you out.
This dont even sound safe.

But good tips ya'll I have the same issue on my wifes truck.
This guy is pro-detailer tho hahaha
 
Posted by vendicated_03gt (Member # 9815) on :
 
ok also . there is a whinning noise wen i start it. i read up online to see what it can be on the del sol. and some ppl say it can be the timing tentioner, or the power steering pump. wen i rev it the noise kinda lowers but stays . but then again the car sat for bout 3-4 weeks and it was the first start up , what can it be ??
 
Posted by vendicated_03gt (Member # 9815) on :
 
oh and by the way it has a new steering rack, maybe who ever did it didnt bleed it the right way ? because i looked under the car today and noticed its leaking from the rack.

http://www.honda-tech.com/showthread.php?t=2297237
 
Posted by Carless (Member # 9119) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by six 5.0:
It sounds like your water spots have etched your glass… When contaminated water sits/bakes on your glass for week, months or in your case, years. This will most certainly be the end result. Unless you know what your dong, I would not recommend using steel wool of any grade. If you can wait a few days order the cerium oxide. If you cannot, try a liquid compound like Meguiars Ultimate Compound (you can buy this at any auto parts store). If you have a polisher of any sort, use it. If not some elbow grease and this SHOULD do the trick.
At least someone knows what they're talking about. Lol.
 
Posted by SLOWSN95 (Member # 8269) on :
 
Steel wool does work. It just depends how coarse or fine the steel wool is. I detail cars at work and we use steel wool on every single new car that comes in and we never have one single scratch. We apply as much pressure as we want and it comes out perfect.
Look for some fine steel wool that feels almost soft to the touch and you'll be amazed what kind of wonders it works [patriot]

[EDIT] Do not use steel wool on mirrors!!

[ December 09, 2010, 12:59 AM: Message edited by: SLOWSN95 ]
 
Posted by 5LiterSpeeder (Member # 8234) on :
 
000 or 0000 steel wool is what you need to clean with no scratches. Like stated in the post above mine, I have also used it on hundreds of cars with no scratches left. Little glass cleaner and bada bang
 




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