removing water spots from black glass?

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ws6-speed

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Hello all,



I have a 97 expedition and it has what looks to be black glass on the door window frame. If you're familiar with the vehicle you'll know what I'm talking about. This is the best picture I could find on google:



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You'll notice the black area between the front window and rear window. That's what I'm talking about.



Anyhow, there are significant water spots on this area and I've tried removing them with Zaino glass cleaner to no avail. I was wondering if anyone has any suggestions?



Thanks,



Russell
 
A cleaner wax or polish may work. Claying may work too. I've had very limited success with using them.

If they are water spots (mineral deposits) and not etches something acidic usually will set them free. Test a small spot out first to make sure it will work and that you won't have any surprise. 50/50 vinegar water mix may work by rubbing the area with a towel dampened with the solution. On glass I use 0000 steel wool. Avoid letting it run down the sides. I hate the smell of vinegar so don't use it. I use wheel acid instead (sometimes diluted) but it is to be used with great care. It's a very fast acting product and can cause damage to surfaces very quickly. I've got two water spot products by Automagic and Duragloss that I've not used yet. I'm hoping they work.
 
Danforz,



I'm actually referring to the 2 vertical black pieces between the front and rear window (~4" wide each). It looks like some sort of glass but it's hard to tell because of the coloring. It could be fiberglass or some other material.



PhaRO,



These water spots have been on for a while. I've tried the vinegar solution with no results. I'm a bit afraid to use an aggressive polish because I don't know how the material will react.



Russell
 
Sounds like AIO is the way to go. I wonder if I can find any locally. I was hoping to give it a shot this weekend.



Russell
 
ws6-speed said:
Sounds like AIO is the way to go. I wonder if I can find any locally. I was hoping to give it a shot this weekend.



Russell
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I've heard that some BMW parts places carry it

you could call around
 
I have had the same problems with the expedition I have done. I take it you have zaino products, considering you have the glass polish. If you have the zpc polish, that will work great if they are not etched completely in.
 
rydawg,



Yes, I do have Zaino products and I do have some ZPC. I was just woried about marring what I thought was glass with the ZPC. But if you've used it before, I'll give it a try. By the way, what material is that area?



BigJimZ28,



Thanks for the heads up on getting Klasse locally. If the ZPC doesn't work, I'll give it a shot.



Russell
 
WS6,

If I remember correctly it is like a lexan material. Either zaino plastic polish will do it or the zpc should do wonders also. I use zpc on plastics and smooth trim with the best results. If that does work then use z8 after! Let me know how it works!
 
I learned accidentially that Wolfgang Swirl Remover cleans and shines the back plastic pieces on Tahoes and Suburbans - same area as that Ford. Come to think of it, that was the only thing WG Swirl Remover was good for.
 
JuneBug said:
I learned accidentially that Wolfgang Swirl Remover cleans and shines the back plastic pieces on Tahoes and Suburbans - same area as that Ford. Come to think of it, that was the only thing WG Swirl Remover was good for.
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That's funny...I had the same results...
 
JuneBug said:
I don't know if it's worth buying WG just for that! I really like their Sealer though.
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I have all of their products and I was not impressed at all, especially a week later when all the oils washed out.
 
I have a 97 Expy also and would love to know what works for ya! I plan on giving my EXPY the full treatment in the Spring. Unfortunately, it is my commuter/station car and I sadly admit I do not take the best care it (Appearance wise). Just too much of a chore and it gets ruinied in a day by pidgeons! :wall



Anyway, those black side pieces are a smooth plastic, def not glass. I am going to try the ZPC when the weather goes above say 10 friggin degrees here!
 
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