I bought a 96 recently and when I went to use the wipers one of the plastic blades was broken. Once the wiper started moving it allowed the rubber to move and the metal end of the frame scratched the window. I remember checking the wipers during the test (2 hours long) but they worked ok for the 2-3 wipes that we checked them on....then I get home and doh!

If I run my finger nail over it I can feel the scratch, but my nail doesn't catch in it....do you think it would come out with dyi polishing (ie - PC and polishing compound). If not, then do you think a professional will be able to get it out?

Thanks,
Rob

 

Polishing Glass:
Minor imperfections can be removed with an abrasive glass polish (Autoglym Car Class Polish) be aware the some imperfections cannot be removed and you may have to replace it. Some windscreen ‘glass’ is actually a plastic resin and will scratch easily, consult your dealer to find out what material was used for the OEM windshield.
Methodology:
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Clean glass to remove dirt, dust or road grime from surfaces (also see note 1)
·Apply clay (Magic Clay®) and lubricant solution (WooliteTM / Water 5:1) onto the glass surface (Do not apply to plastic as dulling may occur.)
·Apply a quarter (coin) size amount of Autoglym Car Glass Polish™ or Iz Einzette Glas Polish to a damp cutting / polishing foam pad (LC Orange or White) attached to a Porter Cable random orbital buffer set at speed # 4.
·Apply to half of the windshield, polishing first in an up and down motion then in a left-to-right motion and then repeat on the other side, proceed to other glass surfaces.
·Go over the glass several times in each direction, glass will polish virtually residue free.
·Wipe off any residue, and polish with a clean dry 100% cotton Micro fibre cloth.
·Inspect glass for clarity and smoothness. Repeat if necessary.

Notes:
1.Do not use on Lexan, Plexiglas or clear plastics (See Polishing Plastic).
2.Do not use abrasive glass polish on after market-tinted glass or you will probably scratch the surface
3.For deeply etched water spots' or pits (caused by sand or road stones) in the glass surface, do not attempt to polish them out, consult an automotive glass vendor as glass used on later model cars is soft and thin (this may vary by manufacturer) due to weight / cost savings by vehicle manufactures and polishing could cause glass to crack.
4.Do not use on glass with either internal antenna or defroster elements.
5.Some windshields and mirrors have a tinted plastic coating or a blue tint that will scratch or be damaged, only polish or use synthetic wool on uncoated glass.
JonM

 

Thanks for the info... I don't think I'm going to get this out....oh well...at least I can use it as the excuse I need with the wife why I need a PC asap


Rob