Stubborn water spots and etching

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redterminator

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I just got the PC and ordered some pads from excedetail. I have an 04 Acural TL and for a while now I've noticed semi-etched water spots on my roof. I figured if I go with the Yellow pad and SSR2, that should take care of business. Well so far I have no luck. I've tried going at speed 6 and the water spots are still there. They almost looke like they're etched but I can feel them with my fingers. I'm not sure if my technique is wrong or not using a strong enough polish. But all I have right now are the Yellow, Green and Gray pad, SSR2, Blackfire polish and sealant. Do you guys think it's possible to get these spots out with this equipment.



I tried to take a picture but they are too fine, camera can't focus on them.
 
Water spot etching varies in depth and severity from situation to situation. You could use a grinder on some water spots and not get them out...at least not without removing all your paint.



Definitely step up in aggrssiveness with a stronger polish...try SSR 2.5 or Meguiars #83 DACP. A PC will do everything a rotary will do...it will just take a LOT longer. Don't be afraid to apply a bunch of pressure with the PC...say 20-30 lbs. Of course you will have to use your SSR 2 with softer polishing pad after you use 2.5 or #83 with the Yellow.
 
I have applied a lot of pressure and must've gone over the same spot a dozen times to no avail. One of the reasons I got a PC is to get better quality faster, but it seems that I'm not getting any better results. I wonder if there are products that are made for these sort of spots to be used with the PC. I don't really want to spend an hour buffing the same spot.
 
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