1LE - Hard Water Spots On The Hood - Page 2

zr1chris · 07-15-2018, 07:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Camarentino

That's the stuff. I use quite a lot of their line up

Sweet. Thanks! Love how it darkened it a bit but still left a very smooth even finish.

I had literally just finished ordering a matte cleaner from Adams but if I'm not satisfied with that then I'll be giving this a shot for sure.

Camarentino · 07-15-2018, 07:21 PM

It takes a few passes to get an even finished look. A little elbow grease goes a long way. I was gonna re wrap it but no need now

Gen6_1Le · 07-15-2018, 07:25 PM

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Originally Posted by parkersextonn

I'm sure i'm not the only one to experience this. I have looked around on here already, but I have seen so many different opinions & answers that I am not quite sure which one to go with. When it comes to removing hard water spots on your hood, what is the best product & easiest way to do so? I had my car for not even a day & already had water spots on the hood & I have been searching for a way to remove them ever since.

On my 14 1LE i used a mixture i made up of vinegar ,isopropyl alcohol and distilled water in a spray bottle , worked great . On my 18 1LE i haven't had as much spotting, i lather the soap up really good on the hood .I have started using a waterblade to dry instead of a towel , any silicone squeegee should work and Adams Matte Detailer then wipe down and it comes out really nice .

Dvs510 · 07-22-2018, 01:09 AM

Have the same horrible spots on my hood.. went to Chevy for by auto butler application and they found out there’s a product recommended by gm for getting the water spots out. Waiting for them to get the product in. Soon as I find out the name I’ll post it here for future inquiries

satanschariot666 · 07-22-2018, 03:39 AM

these spots are such assholes
even when you think they are gone, wipe them down with a wet cloth and you'll see their outlines again
I will keep putting a vinegar paper towel on the spots with every wash until they are truly gone
now i spray the car with detailer while its still wet

Traumamoma · 07-30-2018, 06:52 PM

Had exact same problem recently. Chemical Guys Meticulous Matte fixed it. It is the ONLY thing you should ever use on your hood wrap. Best, Peter

Yendor · 08-02-2018, 11:24 AM

I tried a little bit of everything. I will have to use the vinegar trick the next time I have issues. I did finally come across something that hid/removed them and has prevented them from coming back. IBIZ everything car wax. I've had the pleasure of driving through some rain storms and nothing has spotted it up since I applied it over a month ago. I am so far impressed.

https://waxdirect.com/product/best-car-wax/

mikem2104 · 08-02-2018, 11:27 AM

this is the reason i don't have my hood wrapped anymore ... life is too short lol

TJay74 · 08-03-2018, 07:26 AM

Get the Adam's Polishes Matte Finish detailer spray. It will remove the spots and is designed for matte finish wraps.

Cgocifer · 08-03-2018, 08:43 AM

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Originally Posted by TJay74

Get the Adam's Polishes Matte Finish detailer spray. It will remove the spots and is designed for matte finish wraps.

This! I use this and it works awesome. I also use the matte protectant which does an even better job. Goes on pretty thick like gel. Looks horrible and streaky until you buff it by hand per the instructions. Then, it looks brand new.

zr1chris · 08-03-2018, 12:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Cgocifer

This! I use this and it works awesome. I also use the matte protectant which does an even better job. Goes on pretty thick like gel. Looks horrible and streaky until you buff it by hand per the instructions. Then, it looks brand new.

I looked for the Adam's Matte Protectant on their site but I was only able to find the detailer which I got. Where can I get it?

50MileSmile · 08-03-2018, 01:17 PM

AFAIK, there’s only one Adams product that will work - Matte Detailer - and the company even mentions the 1LE as an example of where to use it. It does the job.

https://adamspolishes.com/shop/exter...-detailer.html

Cgocifer · 08-03-2018, 07:25 PM

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Originally Posted by 50MileSmile

AFAIK, there’s only one Adams product that will work - Matte Detailer - and the company even mentions the 1LE as an example of where to use it. It does the job.

https://adamspolishes.com/shop/exter...-detailer.html

Maybe they stopped carrying it, but it is a great product. See link:

https://www.amazon.com/Adams-Matte-P.../dp/B077KHDQRT

zr1chris · 08-03-2018, 07:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Cgocifer

Maybe they stopped carrying it, but it is a great product. See link:

https://www.amazon.com/Adams-Matte-P.../dp/B077KHDQRT

Thanks for the link. Order placed!

07-15-2018, 07:21 PM	#16
Camarentino Drives: 2018 Camaro 1SS 1LE Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: Toronto, CAN Posts: 210	It takes a few passes to get an even finished look. A little elbow grease goes a long way. I was gonna re wrap it but no need now __________________ 2018 Camaro 1SS 1LE w/PDR Summit White KN intake-MBRP cb- 2nd cat deletes- ACS sides- iroc Z spoiler- Eibach Pro- Katech 95TB- MSD Manifold-GM strut bar- Custom tune by Arun Ahuja @ CCPERF.ca

08-02-2018, 11:24 AM	#21
Yendor Drives: 2017 Camaro 1SS 1LE Hyper Blue Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Minnesota Posts: 661	I tried a little bit of everything. I will have to use the vinegar trick the next time I have issues. I did finally come across something that hid/removed them and has prevented them from coming back. IBIZ everything car wax. I've had the pleasure of driving through some rain storms and nothing has spotted it up since I applied it over a month ago. I am so far impressed. https://waxdirect.com/product/best-car-wax/ __________________ 2017 Camaro 1SS 1LE Hyper Blue

08-02-2018, 11:27 AM	#22
mikem2104 Drives: 18 2SS 1LE, 20 Canyon Denali Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Windsor, ON Posts: 488	this is the reason i don't have my hood wrapped anymore ... life is too short lol __________________ Mike Current Garage: 18' 2SS 1LE, Hyper Blue 23' GMC Canyon Denali Previously: 20' GMC Canyon Denali 16' 2SS 6MT, Hyper Blue, Kalahari, 20" PVW Chrome Split wheels, NPP, MRC (Total Loss) 14' Ford Edge Sport 06' Saab 9-7x,13' Nissan 370z Sport, 12' VW Jetta GLI, 02' Olds Bravada

08-03-2018, 07:26 AM	#23
TJay74 Drives: 17 Camaro SS 1LE & 16 Sierra AT CC Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Norman, OK Posts: 2,424	Get the Adam's Polishes Matte Finish detailer spray. It will remove the spots and is designed for matte finish wraps. __________________ 2019 Corvette Z06 2LZ A8 - Halltech CAI, AWE non-catted X-pipe, Mamo V2 ported TB 592rwhp, bone stock 566rwhp 2017 Camaro SS 1LE - Procharger D1SC w/ Tial 2" BOV & Race intercooler / ARH full length catless headers / Alky meth injection system - 650rwhp on conservative tune SOLD

07-22-2018, 01:09 AM	#18
Dvs510 Drives: 2018 Camaro SS/1LE Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Bay area Posts: 148	Have the same horrible spots on my hood.. went to Chevy for by auto butler application and they found out there’s a product recommended by gm for getting the water spots out. Waiting for them to get the product in. Soon as I find out the name I’ll post it here for future inquiries

07-22-2018, 03:39 AM	#19
satanschariot666 Banned Drives: camaro Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: mexico Posts: 100	these spots are such assholes even when you think they are gone, wipe them down with a wet cloth and you'll see their outlines again I will keep putting a vinegar paper towel on the spots with every wash until they are truly gone now i spray the car with detailer while its still wet

07-30-2018, 06:52 PM	#20
Traumamoma Drives: 2017 SS 1LE Summit White Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: New York Posts: 121	Had exact same problem recently. Chemical Guys Meticulous Matte fixed it. It is the ONLY thing you should ever use on your hood wrap. Best, Peter

08-03-2018, 01:17 PM	#26
50MileSmile Drives: 2023 2SS, 2018 1SS 1LE, 1993 Z/28 Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: Midwest Posts: 819	AFAIK, there’s only one Adams product that will work - Matte Detailer - and the company even mentions the 1LE as an example of where to use it. It does the job. https://adamspolishes.com/shop/exter...-detailer.html

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