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Old Jul 14, 2008 | 10:39 PM
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Anyone have any tips for cleaning windows without streaks? I've tried off the shelf stuff that says no streaking, windex, water etc etc. nothing seems to work very well. Any tips appreciated.
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Old Jul 14, 2008 | 10:50 PM
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I mix a solution of 1/4 white vinegar with 3/4 rain water. I then use coffee filters to dry the glass. Works pretty well.

I also had good results with Hope's Perfect Glass and coffee filters.
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Old Jul 14, 2008 | 10:55 PM
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I have been using Invisible Glass for years. Works very well.
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Old Jul 14, 2008 | 10:57 PM
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I have been using Invisible Glass for years. Works very well.
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Old Jul 14, 2008 | 11:02 PM
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Also use newspaper instead of paper towels.
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Old Jul 14, 2008 | 11:06 PM
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Thanks guys, I'll try the invisible glass....the rain water is in short demand here lately.
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Old Jul 14, 2008 | 11:09 PM
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Yea I was wondering this too. The other stuff isn't cutting it.

Invisible Glass, online or store bought?
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Old Jul 14, 2008 | 11:10 PM
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Originally Posted by Swiftrider08
I have been using Invisible Glass for years. Works very well.
Originally Posted by lthrneck
Thanks guys, I'll try the invisible glass....the rain water is in short demand here lately.

Good move. You won't regret it.
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Here's my "trick" for those extremely soiled windows:
Baking Soda and Water with a sponge sold for removing bugs.
When finished, it takes lots of water to rinse it all off. But, I must admit, I've only needed to use this system a handful of times. It works well, abrasive enough to clean, but not to scratch. For all the other times, it's a auto glass cleaner product followed by microfibre towels. I tried the newspaper for years but it wasn't "perfect". Just forget the paper towels, they have too many strange products added to them (like oils).
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Old Jul 14, 2008 | 11:12 PM
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Originally Posted by TheTrot
Yea I was wondering this too. The other stuff isn't cutting it.

Invisible Glass, online or store bought?
Seems to be easier to get online. A lot of auto parts stores stock it also.

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Seems to be easier to get online. I have bought it at O'Reily's auto parts.
Wal-Mart and Target carry it also. If you order a case (12) directly from Stoner's, it's $35.70 with free shipping.
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Old Jul 14, 2008 | 11:17 PM
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Make sure the glass is cool and not in sunlight, then regular Windex works fine. No need to buy any fancy stuff
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Old Jul 14, 2008 | 11:26 PM
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Microfiber towels + anything will work wonders.
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Old Jul 14, 2008 | 11:29 PM
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I use Z12 Clear View Glass Polish by Zaino.
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Sprayaway and microfiber towels, both from Costco.
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Old Jul 15, 2008 | 12:41 AM
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It’s a very simple, effective, and practical product that will work well with any of the mentioned window cleaner(s) given to conditions as previously stated about a cool windshield out of the sunlight.

It will definitely leave your windshield streak-free, results are always satisfactory – leaves no streaks, absolutely none!

Product: Zwipes® – found that the "Microfiber Interior Detail Mitt" is best for windshield application.

PS: It was recommended by our detail shop.
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Originally Posted by Swiftrider08
I have been using Invisible Glass for years. Works very well.
I buy it at Wally World (Wal-Mart). Less expensive
than the auto parts stores.
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Old Jul 15, 2008 | 01:08 AM
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No one mentioned a squeegee...not a cheap car type but a real professional type...never a streak!
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Exterior: Wash with same stuff used on body. Rinse, and dry with Microfiber towel.

Interior: Mircofiber towel moist with plain water, dry with dry mirofiber towel.

Make sure glass is cool to the touch. Hot glass is impossible to get really clean.
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