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Old 03-25-2012, 01:41 AM
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Another thing that could help is working in sections so it doesn't dry so fast. This really helps with getting rid of spots.
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Another option: http://www.griotsgarage.com/product/...ater+filter.do

A cheaper alternative is buy a RV inline water filter, they have quick connect hose ends available and should last about one year depending on the amount of solids, etc.
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We have hard water in our area. I do two things: (1) I try to keep the car wet during the wash process. I wash a panel and when I rinse it I usually spray the rest of the car, especially the horizontal panels. (2) After I have washed and dried the car, I always go over it with a quick detailer. This removes any water spots and streaks that may have been left behind.
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Originally Posted by Kaneda215
Unfortunately, because I just moved to TX, it does dry very quickly.
TX is a big state. My car definitely doesn't dry very quickly but the Gulf Plain is very humid.
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I have very soft water w/lots of dissolved minerals, it forms a film on the car if it dries on. If it dries before I can dry it I have to wash the area again, the worse is the glass. I try and wash my car at a friends who has city water.....
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Sheet rinsing with adam's detail spray right after, is how I dry. There's less water left standing once you get the hang of it and the spray buys you a little time.
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Brita filter the water. You will have no more calcium.

Jk of course...
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I suspect you are washing your car in the sun? If not you might need to clay and wax the car as it might be the old deposits that are showing.
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