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Old 07-31-2012, 04:18 AM   #1
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how to clean window glass?

i have some dryied up rain drops that windex cant remove.
is there a way to remove them
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Old 07-31-2012, 04:31 AM   #2
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Clay bar should help with that, if not try some rubbing alcohol.
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Old 07-31-2012, 04:32 AM   #3
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Vinegar will help to get the spots off.
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Old 07-31-2012, 06:05 AM   #4
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I use Meguiars Perfect Clarity Glass Cleaner and a sheet of newspaper to clean my windows. The news paper is just abrasive enough to remove junk form the windows and leave them streak free.
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Old 07-31-2012, 07:27 AM   #5
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windex has a product with vinegar, works great
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Old 07-31-2012, 07:44 AM   #6
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I spray glass cleaner on it, really heavy then take steel wool. Works like a gem. Used to work at a detailer in college and thats all we used.
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Old 07-31-2012, 08:24 AM   #7
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I keep a bottle of 50/50 water/vinegar on a garage shelf for cleaning many things, including glass. Works like a champ. If you're hell bent on spending money, RainX will also do the trick. (FYI...RainX works great on bugs on the windshield.)
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Old 07-31-2012, 08:33 AM   #8
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FYI I usually use a 0000 steel wool on windshield with glass cleaner as both lubricant and cleaner. The steel wool will scratch mirror glass (at least it did on a car of mine). I believe the rest of the glass should be ok, try a little spot to be sure.
Rain-X windshield, etc. after to help prevent new spotting. Hope this helps.
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Old 07-31-2012, 08:48 AM   #9
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I really like winning vision. Spray it on and then wipe it off side to side.
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Old 07-31-2012, 10:20 AM   #10
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FYI I usually use a 0000 steel wool on windshield with glass cleaner as both lubricant and cleaner.
x2, that is how I keep my glass clean
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Old 07-31-2012, 11:29 AM   #11
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x2, that is how I keep my glass clean
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Old 07-31-2012, 11:39 AM   #12
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I was just about to post this very subject, thanks. Wonder if it is the type window they are using, but the waterspots on my door windows is really bad. I was trying "generic windex", aka "Great Value" window cleaner from Wallyworld.

Where do you find 0000 grade steel wool?
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Old 07-31-2012, 11:55 AM   #13
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Also try Mother's Water Spot Remover...worked pretty well for me in removing water spots

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Old 07-31-2012, 11:57 AM   #14
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I was just about to post this very subject, thanks. Wonder if it is the type window they are using, but the waterspots on my door windows is really bad. I was trying "generic windex", aka "Great Value" window cleaner from Wallyworld.

Where do you find 0000 grade steel wool?
Home depot and lowes are just a couple of places you can find it.


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