SlowSi

I was wondering if intentionally leaving water spots (ie not drying) on my lude will actually damage the clear coat? Sometimes I wanna wash my car real quick just to get it looking decent, and since it's nordic mist it won't show that much.

red92si

Yes... water spots allow mineral deposits to form on the surface and eat away at your clearcoat.

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Tyler

NY_BLUE_01

It takes an extra 5 minutes to wipe the car down with a shammy.

KB798

Plus depending on the pH level of the water, it could cause worse damage.

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Brian

95_5speed

Over a long period of time, I'm sure it will deteriorate.

Cars paint jobs last for MANY years if properly maintained.

How many people do you know that go dry their car off after every rain storm? Not many probably.

Yes it's ok, but for best protection, get the water off for the love of the paint job.

~ Brett

red92si

<- Raising his hand...

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Tyler

MR.CLIFFORD

final inspection is your friend. Man does it smell good.

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SlowSi

If you dry your car off after a rainstorm, you're rubbing dirt all over your paint.

MR.CLIFFORD

clay bar and final inspection are your friends

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Prelude1897

exactly...Well maybe about 10 for me, cause I like to get inside the trunk and door jams

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