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Cleaning windscreen

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    #32
    johnos1984
    Closed Accounts Posts: 6,096 ✭✭✭johnos1984


    irish-stew wrote: »
    Would this be through an empty resevoir, or dilute?

    Dilute and running the washers until it's empty. then flush with some water to remove any residue left. The fill back up with good screen wash


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    #33
    Alanstrainor
    Moderators, Motoring & Transport Moderators Posts: 23,157 Mod ✭✭✭✭Alanstrainor


    bladespin wrote: »
    Give vinegar a try.

    I had tried this in the past and it didn't help at all...and the car smelt like a chippy for a week! No matter how much I cleaned it, the smell wouldn't go away!


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    #34
    biko
    Registered Users Posts: 81,223 ✭✭✭✭biko


    I'm a vinegar fan too but will give Coke a chance next time.


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    #35
    jack of all
    Registered Users Posts: 2,375 ✭✭✭jack of all


    I clean the inside of my car windscreen with some methylated spirit on a microfibre cloth- good for removing grime and grease film. I also like to add a capful or two to the washer bottle.


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    #36
    Cantona's Collars
    Registered Users Posts: 33,709 ✭✭✭✭Cantona's Collars


    I use hand cleaner,the stuff the builders use.It's amazing at clearing road grease and oil off windscreens.Rub it on with a cloth or newspaper and let the wipers and some water do the rest.


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    #37
    bladespin
    Registered Users Posts: 7,340 ✭✭✭bladespin


    Is it the inside or outside that the problem is?

    I used Isopro alcohol to clean glass at work, surgical standard so should shift even the worst, won't leave a smell either.


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    #38
    An Ri rua
    Registered Users Posts: 4,486 ✭✭✭An Ri rua


    johnos1984 wrote: »
    Run some mouthwash through the water resevoir to kill any bugs in there and to clean it all out :)

    Actually folks, this is a KEY issue. I was reading lately that they have identified a significantly higher risk of Legionnaire's disease for lorry drivers and for professional drivers in general. Reason? washing the windscreen and letting ANY of that foul water come in the driver window via droplets. Its happened to all of us at some stage, where you've nearly drowned yourself. But worse, just like sick car syndrome from aircon, your vents can also bring the pneumonia bacteria straight into the car from the windscreen via the vents. Yikes.

    Turns out that that lukewarm windscreen reservoir is the PERFECT incubator for some killer bacteria. Which makes sense. Just took quantitative research to extrapolate it.

    http://www.isisinsurance.co.uk/2010/06/30/truck-insurance-clients-in-possible-legionnaire’s-disease-link/

    http://www.publichealthjrnl.com/article/S0033-3506(06)00075-8/abstract

    http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/10306411


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    #39
    MetzgerMeister
    Registered Users Posts: 19,854 ✭✭✭✭MetzgerMeister


    Regarding the coke idea, I've never tried it but does it not make the whole windscreen area sticky as fook?

    I've had a good few customer cars with manky windscreens inside and out. Here's what I do:

    1. Wash the windscreen using a basin of warm water and was-up liquid and a sponge.

    2. Use a microfibre cloth to dry it up

    3. Use something like Turtle Wax Clear Vue glass cleaner. Spray it onto an applicator pad that you would normally use for wax.

    4. Dry it off BEFORE IT DRIES

    5. Use AutoGlym glass polish. I use a Meguiar's even coat applicator pad for this. Let it dry to a haze then buff it off with a microfibre cloth. Turn to a clean side and give the window a final wipe just to be sure that you have it all off.

    The best thing about the AG polish is that it will not leave any streaks whatsoever. Often times people just stop after the TW glass cleaner thinking it's ok. When the sun shines through the windscreen all the streaks are in full view.

    Also, using the glass polish on the exterior makes it act as a water repellent.


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    #40
    E39MSport
    Registered Users Posts: 3,730 ✭✭✭E39MSport


    FFS lads.

    Cutting agent and elbow grease then water repellant.

    I'm applying g-techniq stuff tomorrow.


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    #41
    MetzgerMeister
    Registered Users Posts: 19,854 ✭✭✭✭MetzgerMeister


    E39MSport wrote: »
    FFS lads.

    Cutting agent and elbow grease then water repellant.

    I'm applying g-techniq stuff tomorrow.

    Is that the stuff that brings up black trim?


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    #42
    E39MSport
    Registered Users Posts: 3,730 ✭✭✭E39MSport


    They have a few applications incl an excellent trim restorer.

    I have the crystal lacquer stuff for paintwork (yet to be applied) and also the glass polishing and sealant.

    Mate used the latter on his motor recently, says it has excellent beading in the rain - wipers almost not necessary.

    Love that myself. Watching the water fly off the windscreen without wiping is great


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    #43
    MadsL
    Registered Users Posts: 20,299 ✭✭✭✭MadsL


    I used to use RainX on my Smart...drove from Galway to Dublin once in the rain without wipers. Great stuff...


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    #44
    sgt.bilko
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    I've a hell of a streak on my i30 which I was putting down to faulty wiper blades.

    The reason for this is the streak only appears when the wipers are on and it only lasts a few seconds. Am I correct?

    I'll try the coke test and see how it goes. Failing that , does anyone know where I can get replacement blades today? I'm in north Kildare and halfords are sold out apparently.


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    #45
    vectra
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    sgt.bilko wrote: »
    I've a hell of a streak on my i30 which I was putting down to faulty wiper blades.

    The reason for this is the streak only appears when the wipers are on and it only lasts a few seconds. Am I correct?

    I'll try the coke test and see how it goes. Failing that , does anyone know where I can get replacement blades today? I'm in north Kildare and halfords are sold out apparently.

    Give your blades a good clean as well and also check them for damage


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    #46
    TestTransmission
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    MetzgerMeister wrote: »

    I've had a good few customer cars with manky windscreens inside and out.

    What is it you do out of interest?


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    #47
    coffee_cake
    Moderators, Category Moderators, Politics Moderators, Recreation & Hobbies Moderators, Society & Culture Moderators Posts: 81,309 CMod ✭✭✭✭coffee_cake


    vinegar and elbow grease with newspaper will give it a fine shine
    nobody ever believes me though

    the inside of my windscreen is awful though, i stupidly pawed at it with an old cloth before when the condensation wouldn't clear and now it's streaky as hell
    i guess i better go at it...


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    #48
    GhostInTheRuins
    Registered Users Posts: 5,962 ✭✭✭GhostInTheRuins


    GhostInTheRuins wrote: »
    As soon as I read this I grabbed a can of coke and a sponge and scrubbed the window clean with it. Ever since I got my car I've had some strange residue on it that I've never been able to get rid off. It looks like it's grand and clear now, but it's dark outside so I can't really tell. I'll find out tomorrow! Thanks for the tip johnos!

    Just back from a trip in the rain. The coke worked brilliantly, best the window's ever looked.


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    #49
    MetzgerMeister
    Registered Users Posts: 19,854 ✭✭✭✭MetzgerMeister


    TestTransmission wrote: »
    What is it you do out of interest?

    My main job is as an accounts/office manager but I do car valeting on the side.


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    #50
    MugMugs
    Registered Users Posts: 17,875 ✭✭✭✭MugMugs


    GhostInTheRuins wrote: »
    GhostInTheRuins wrote: »
    As soon as I read this I grabbed a can of coke and a sponge and scrubbed the window clean with it. Ever since I got my car I've had some strange residue on it that I've never been able to get rid off. It looks like it's grand and clear now, but it's dark outside so I can't really tell. I'll find out tomorrow! Thanks for the tip johnos!

    Just back from a trip in the rain. The coke worked brilliantly, best the window's ever looked.

    As said above, hose the car. It's corrosive and somewhat tasty stuff.


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    #51
    johnos1984
    Closed Accounts Posts: 6,096 ✭✭✭johnos1984


    MugMugs wrote: »
    GhostInTheRuins wrote: »
    GhostInTheRuins wrote: »
    As soon as I read this I grabbed a can of coke and a sponge and scrubbed the window clean with it. Ever since I got my car I've had some strange residue on it that I've never been able to get rid off. It looks like it's grand and clear now, but it's dark outside so I can't really tell. I'll find out tomorrow! Thanks for the tip johnos!

    Just back from a trip in the rain. The coke worked brilliantly, best the window's ever looked.

    As said above, hose the car. It's corrosive and somewhat tasty stuff.
    Tasty?

    Is there a danger of window kickers attacking the car?


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    #52
    coffee_cake
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    johnos1984 wrote: »
    Tasty?

    Is there a danger of window kickers attacking the car?

    window lickers :eek::D


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    #53
    MugMugs
    Registered Users Posts: 17,875 ✭✭✭✭MugMugs


    Window Kickers? Feck do you get up too at night ?


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    #54
    TestTransmission
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    MetzgerMeister wrote: »
    My main job is as an accounts/office manager but I do car valeting on the side.

    ahhh


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    #55
    Alanstrainor
    Moderators, Motoring & Transport Moderators Posts: 23,157 Mod ✭✭✭✭Alanstrainor


    GhostInTheRuins wrote: »
    Just back from a trip in the rain. The coke worked brilliantly, best the window's ever looked.

    +1 was just out in he rain and the windscreen is crystal clear. Just try it people, no effort involved and great results!


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    #56
    Feardorca
    Registered Users Posts: 79 ✭✭Feardorca


    Alanstrainor wrote: »
    How's it goin people,
    My windscreen has built up an annoying residue of dirt over the years and its driving me nuts at the minute. Are there any products you recommend to clear it? Normal car washing does nothing, and i'm always wary of putting stuff on my windscreen as i'm afraid i'll make it worse!
    Get new Wiper Blades they need to be replaced annually. Hope that works for you , saves on the elbow grease. Only use correct wiper fluid, don't be tempted to substitute as the blades might suffer.


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    #57
    Alanstrainor
    Moderators, Motoring & Transport Moderators Posts: 23,157 Mod ✭✭✭✭Alanstrainor


    Feardorca wrote: »
    Get new Wiper Blades they need to be replaced annually. Hope that works for you , saves on the elbow grease. Only use correct wiper fluid, don't be tempted to substitute as the blades might suffer.

    I probably do need them replaced, but if you read through the thread you'll see that I've had great success with 500mls of coke!


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    #58
    vectra
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    Alanstrainor wrote: »
    +1 was just out in he rain and the windscreen is crystal clear. Just try it people, no effort involved and great results!

    I have been using this method since 1991.. Never yet failed to sort a windscreen for me..


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    #59
    Mycroft H
    Registered Users Posts: 9,316 ✭✭✭Mycroft H


    I'm a big fan of rain-x on the windscreen. It keeps the outside squeaky clean as the dirt doesn't stick too hard. And the rain repellent effect is pretty nifty too.


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    #60
    vectra
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    BX 19 wrote: »
    I'm a big fan of rain-x on the windscreen. It keeps the outside squeaky clean as the dirt doesn't stick too hard. And the rain repellent effect is pretty nifty too.


    But you have to ensure your screen is squeeky clean first.


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    #61
    barone
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    ive heard you use diet coke for less sticky/corossive finish

    anyone else hear it?


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