I've got a white 09' with the dual panel roofs so at lot of dark glass on top. I'm looking for some good recommendations on the best stuff out there to clean the exterior glass on a 7th Gen. I tend to get these water spots that won't wash off and can get pretty noticeable (to me at least) if left untreated. I dry my car most of the time, but if I'm getting home late at night and it's raining, it will dry on the car in the garage, etc. I used to have some glass cleaner that was kind of the consistency of lotion and did a good job, but it took a lot of rubbing. Just trying to see what the best current products are for this.
Thanks in advance!!
Thanks in advance!!
Stoners Invisible glass and a glass microfiber towel for me. If I can't find Stoners, Sprayway works pretty dag gum good too.
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stoners invisible galss and a few microfibre towels is my goto glass cleaner/towel choice...
if theres water spots on the windows ad there not comming off you may need to try using a claybar on the windows...it should help pull the deposits off the glass
if that doesnt work then you would have to step it up to polishing the glass using a rotary or DA
if you have questions about anything in this post let me know and ill try to go into more detail...(i love detailing)
if theres water spots on the windows ad there not comming off you may need to try using a claybar on the windows...it should help pull the deposits off the glass
if that doesnt work then you would have to step it up to polishing the glass using a rotary or DA
if you have questions about anything in this post let me know and ill try to go into more detail...(i love detailing)
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Stoners Invisible glass
^^^
This. The only glass cleaner worth it's weight imo.
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i use something called steel wool... i spray a good amount of window cleaner then scrub away with steel wool and it takes off water spots/stains on windows easily.. hope that helps
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You using dirty underwear to wipe it off or somethingOriginally Posted by max ride 41
eagle one streaks on me all the time. but i still use it cause the stoners crap is alot worse imo.
Rubbing alcohol. $2.00 at your local Wal Mart. Takes off all the water spots for a fraction of the price of the window cleaners. Just make sure you keep it off the rubber seals.
Sprayway glass cleaner and a microfiber towel, get them both at Costco.
for actually removing water spots I run a DA over the window.
for actually removing water spots I run a DA over the window.
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Meguiars NXT Generation Glass Cleaner is awesome. Use a microfiber or a terry cloth towel and you won't be let down.
http://www.meguiarsdirect.com/produc...?T1=MEG+G13324
http://www.meguiarsdirect.com/produc...?T1=MEG+G13324
Stoners works well, so does Windex multi-surface with vinegar. Its Ammonia Free so its save on tints.
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the windex with vinegar is for treated glass, ie., tinted. regular glass cleaner discolors the tint.Originally Posted by NABU6
Stoners works well, so does Windex multi-surface with vinegar. Its Ammonia Free so its save on tints.
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^^^^says it all. best thing i seen yetOriginally Posted by I VIK I
I use sprayway,...and I couldn't be happier.
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for actually removing water spots I run a DA over the window.
What cut pad do you use? White?Originally Posted by MrGone
for actually removing water spots I run a DA over the window.
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0000 Steel wool and windex w/ ammonia (for outside windows).
Dont scrub too hard. Yes you might get some marring but its not even noticeable compared to a spot free windshield.
Dont scrub too hard. Yes you might get some marring but its not even noticeable compared to a spot free windshield.
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What cut pad do you use? White?

I have used my PC, white 4" pad, and Autoglym's glass polish to remove water spots on glass before. However, before polishing, I have also clayed my glass to remove contaminants.
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I have used my PC, white 4" pad, and Autoglym's glass polish to remove water spots on glass before. However, before polishing, I have also clayed my glass to remove contaminants.
Autoglym glass polish. Hm. I'll have to give that a try. I was gonna just go ahead and use my Autoglym SRP but the glass seems more appropriate. thanks for the product recommendation.Originally Posted by PrinzII

I have used my PC, white 4" pad, and Autoglym's glass polish to remove water spots on glass before. However, before polishing, I have also clayed my glass to remove contaminants.
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good luck with that.Originally Posted by Acadian
water and dry it off with a microfiber cloth thats it easy beter than windex and all thos chemicals
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Originally Posted by VTonmymind
good luck with that.
Thanks but I dont need luck becaus this is what I do and it works good with streak free windows
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Sorry if I came across sounding like a **** as I certainly believe that straight up water and a microfiber can lead to a clean, streak free window but we're talking about water spots here and straight up water won't do the trick on those pesky little bastards.Originally Posted by Acadian
Thanks but I dont need luck becaus this is what I do and it works good with streak free windows
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Agreed. Also if there is any trace of anything on your windshield you are now grinding it into your windshield with little to no lubrication. Window scratches might not be the most noticeable thing but they are there and they do not come out easy.Originally Posted by VTonmymind
Sorry if I came across sounding like a **** as I certainly believe that straight up water and a microfiber can lead to a clean, streak free window but we're talking about water spots here and straight up water won't do the trick on those pesky little bastards.
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excellent point.Originally Posted by Mreim769
Agreed. Also if there is any trace of anything on your windshield you are now grinding it into your windshield with little to no lubrication. Window scratches might not be the most noticeable thing but they are there and they do not come out easy.
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Originally Posted by SLCPunk267
Rubbing alcohol. $2.00 at your local Wal Mart. Takes off all the water spots for a fraction of the price of the window cleaners. Just make sure you keep it off the rubber seals.
wow crazy my friend told me but didnt beleive will try
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You know the window cleaner that janatiors use
lol I use that kind!
Works good no streaks and cleans well
Its just called Glass Cleaner in a Metal Spray can
lol I use that kind!
Works good no streaks and cleans well
Its just called Glass Cleaner in a Metal Spray can
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Check out the Duragloss line of products. I recall that they have a glass cleaner that takes some elbow grease, but really takes the water spots off. It seems like you'd need something with some grit, as the water spots are mineral deposits.
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Cassady & Self makes their own glass cleaner. This stuff is safe for tint smells good, makes chrome shine, and comes out in a cool foam. Here is a link to the company but you have to ask about the cleaner. http://www.cassadyandselfglass.com/feedback.htm
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Do not use Steel wool. I take it back.
My windshield is not safe when facing the sunset...all i see is thousands of tiny dots that illuminate. Fcken dangerous.
My windshield is not safe when facing the sunset...all i see is thousands of tiny dots that illuminate. Fcken dangerous.