Okay, so I had some more-or-less permanent water spots on my windshield & bought some No Touch auto glass stripper. I wanted to get some Rain X glass cleaner because I've used it before but couldn't find it...anyway.

Basically I put it on as per the instructions. I used a clean cotton terrycloth towel and rubbed this stuff on in a circular motion. Later that night I noticed all these hairline circular scratches all over my windshield! WTF? Anyone else ever experience this? I doubt they will come out, or if anyone knows how to get them out any help would be appreiated!!

Thanks,

Tony

 

You could try #2 (fine or very fine) steel wool. Sold in packs of 15 or so at Home Depot for cheap. Be sure to use some type of lubricant, like soap.

I wash my window first with the bucket water and sponge, then dunk the wool pad in the water/cleaning mixture. I then apply the pad to the windshield just like I did the sponge, and, basically, re-wash the windshield.

Using a piece of steel wool may help but don't go crazy with a more abrasive flavor of it.

 

Get full glass coverage from your insurance company for $5/month. Then just have it replaced.

 

Man, that just sounds CRAZY to use steel wool on your windshield! Do you think that would get rid of my scratches, or are you just pointing out what works well for you?

Tony

 

but are they actual scratches or possibly traces 'through' crap on the windshield...

i.e. (from their website):

Answer: Yes, Auto Glass Stripper® will remove build-up of silicones (from car wash products and other glass treatments) and any environmental fallout that has accumulated on the surface of the window. This deep cleaning formula brings the glass surface back to its original state and allows for re-application of all glass care products.

Just a thought.

 

No...my windshield is very clean now, it just has the scratches.

Tony

 

Crap!! Sorry man! And to think, I have a bottle of that sitting on the shelf in the garage and just haven't had the time to get around to using it!! Needless to say, I won't be!!!

Guess I'll hang onto it for the BBQ grill window and other stuff I don't care that much about.

 

Blue Magic plastic polish? Maybe? Seems to do wonders for headlights....

 

and used a VERY soft cotton cloth?

I've used the RainX Glass Polish (not cleaner, polish) and no whirls.

 

The steel wool trick was shown on Dream Car Garage....that guy with a beard who comes on and gives tips and tricks about vehicle appearance. I was skeptical at first but after looking at the description on the back of the steel wool packaging at time of purchase, meaning "very fine" is used for this, and coarse is used for that, I figured it wouldn't hurt anything (and it has not so far).

 

You should be able to take your car into any good detailer, and they can actually buff the glass.

 

i had the same problem with permanent water spots right after i washed my car for the first time. i think i took too long drying the rest of the car and neglected the windshield. anyway, i saw the water spots later and they wouldn't come off even with hard rubbing with the absorber. i tried everything i had, from windex to some armor all glass cleaner. nothing would work. finally, found the rain-x sitting in the back of the shelf and it worked perfectly.

 

Good idea...I'm sure I'll try that.

Tony

 

No...I did NOT clean the windshield first. I thought about it & read the instructions to see if that was necessary and it did not say to wash it first. I used a terry-cloth towel. I wish I could find the RainX cleaner or polisher where I live...Schucks stopped carrying it. Schucks sucks! Hey! There's their new motto: "Schucks Sucks!"

Tony

 

if you have a PepBoys near you, they have the cleaner.

I called a local place and while they don't have the bottles in stock, they do have the towelettes.

And yes, I made sure it was the cleaner and NOT the repellent.

 

Again, what about having the insurance company replace it?? Full glass coverage rules!

 

for FUTURE use. Since he likes it but can't find it. I said nothing about using it to 'fix' the current problem.

 

I don't have a PepBoys near me. Do they have a website?

Tony

 

Well, I don't have full glass coverage. My $250 deduct. still applies. And I'm not going to go out and get the coverage for a problem I already know I have.

Tony

 

You can always add it by phone. Then wait a couple of months and put in a claim...... My .02...... I get a new windshield once a year.

 

Not one that you can order from. If you like, drop me a PM sometime and I will run by my local one and see what stock they have. I can pick it up and mail it to you (no not at a profit to me either).

Let me know.

 

a) Autoglym
b) Zaino Z-12

Either of those should get the water spots out of your glass. Another thing to think about is claying the glass.

 

I believe under the Cleaning your Max someone posted taking out fine scratches with Bon Ami and I'd see that, or possibly powered tooth paste I.E. Pepsodent would work as they are both super fine abrasives


dave

 

of white vinegar...soak it well, keep soaking it for five minutes,
For the fine scratches, use Soft Scrub on a foam polishing pad -as u would use for waxing...
post results, pliz

 

do they actually buff winshields?

i dont want to sound like a retard if i inquire about this!!

 

Actually, they can be buffed using an orbital since the orbital does not generate enough heat to cause damage to the windshield. Many folks use different glass polishes. Professionally, they can use Cesium Oxide or Aluminum Oxide to polish the glass.