Quick fix for ugly widshield wiper arms

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04-19-2015, 02:44 PM

03WhiteConv

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Quick fix for ugly widshield wiper arms

Tried this on my wife's BMW first. Works pretty well.

Get a can of Bar Keepers Friend...works on tailpipe tips too, cost $3.

Just put some on a moist sponge, mash it in to make a paste, rub. Here are the results.

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04-19-2015, 02:48 PM

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great results...

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04-19-2015, 06:49 PM

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Those look great.

I solved that problem by removing my wipers.

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04-19-2015, 08:10 PM

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That stuff did a great job on the wiper assembly. Will have to keep it in mind.

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04-19-2015, 11:12 PM

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Moved to Hawaii...Those stickers are the last remnant of the great State of Texas. Just can't let it go...

Wondering how long before the gate guards on Hickam AFB ask me that too.

Current Hawaii tags front and back.

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Why is your inspection sticker 16 months past due?

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04-19-2015, 11:13 PM

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Bar Keepers Friend

Stuff does wonders on stainless steel BBQ grills and sinks too! No scratching.

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04-26-2015, 02:35 AM

03WhiteConv

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Updated Profile

Thanks for the suggestion...Updated to Mililani, HI

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Then may I suggest you update your profile, as it shows you still in TX.

BTW thanks for the tip about BKF. I think I've got some of it around somewhere but never thought to use it as you suggested. Have only used it on stainless steel sinks and such.

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04-26-2015, 03:08 AM

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This product is a keeper.

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04-26-2015, 09:37 AM

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04-26-2015, 10:49 AM

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Nice!

Thanks,Matt

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04-26-2015, 10:07 PM

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Interesting...

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04-27-2015, 05:41 AM

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I was literally looking the car over today and looked at the wipers thinking id need to paint them. Ill give this a try. Figured wax might work also

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04-27-2015, 04:02 PM

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I think following up with wax would be a good idea. This will definitely get the years of oxidation off first.

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I was literally looking the car over today and looked at the wipers thinking id need to paint them. Ill give this a try. Figured wax might work also

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04-27-2015, 04:21 PM

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Good stuff, works great for water stains on glass too.

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04-27-2015, 05:33 PM

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I have not seen that brand where I shop.....is it the same kind of stuff as "Comet"? Results look great by the way......

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04-27-2015, 05:38 PM

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I have not seen that brand where I shop.....is it the same kind of stuff as "Comet"? Results look great by the way......

No, it is not the same as Comet and don't try to use Comet as a substitute.
Even if you can't find it in your local store, which would be surprising, you can find anything online.

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04-27-2015, 06:15 PM

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Cool. Hey your location states your in Hawaii but your license sticker on windshield on the car notes 'Tom Green' out by San Angelo ... which is it ??

OOPS .. didn't read all of the posts .. saw you moved. Guess Hawaii is better than West Texas !

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