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Old 01-11-2008, 05:23 AM
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waxing windshields: good

i don't see anything here on this board in regards to wax for windshields, so i decided to add a thread here only to provide some "theoritical" benefits.

i ALWAYS wax the windshield when its time to clean my car. the reason is for sudden occasions that i may get stuck behind a big-rig goin on the 605 or whatnot. some(not all) haul rocks/debris without running a cargo cover and casually fling a rock or two at my windshield. i hate this. and as a way to combat scratches and possible cracks, i wax the windshield instead of using window cleaner as i don't see any drawbacks from doing so. it lessens some degree of scratches/cracks as the surface is more smooth and slick.

how you take it...its entirely up to you if you think this will work or benefit you. its just what i do for the extra precaution. cheers, thanks for lookin
Old 01-11-2008, 06:47 AM
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I could see it working to lessen some scratches or what not, but it mainly just works as a water repelant. Much like rain-x...oh wait thats what rain-x is.


I used to put a thin coat of a cleaner wax on my windshield every now and then because the main problem your going to have is that it starts to mess up your wipers.
Old 01-11-2008, 02:07 PM
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also .......belieave it or not....it clogs the pores on the glass making it easy to blur and or crack.for proof ask any good glass company that replaces windshields.cool to do but has a few drawbacks.
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I used to use Liquid Glass and I would put it on my glass. Basically acts like Rain-x

http://www.liquidglass.com/FAQ.htm#Q9

Q. Will Liquid Glass Polish/Finish protect glass? A.Yes. Liquid Glass Polish/Finish will protect any nonporous surface including glass. It can be used on the windshield, and will dramatically decrease the need for wiper blades.
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Q. Will Liquid Glass Polish/Finish repair a scratched windshield or glass?
A.No. Liquid Glass Polish/Finish is used to protect. It will not repair a surface.



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Old 02-04-2008, 10:50 AM
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wax on the windshield makes it look reallllllyyy clean....i do this too... then some rain x to help the rain durin the rainy season....
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Originally Posted by midlifer
I used to use Liquid Glass and I would put it on my glass. Basically acts like Rain-x

http://www.liquidglass.com/FAQ.htm#Q9

Q. Will Liquid Glass Polish/Finish protect glass? A.Yes. Liquid Glass Polish/Finish will protect any nonporous surface including glass. It can be used on the windshield, and will dramatically decrease the need for wiper blades.
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Q. Will Liquid Glass Polish/Finish repair a scratched windshield or glass?
A.No. Liquid Glass Polish/Finish is used to protect. It will not repair a surface.



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x2 for liquid glass. great stuff.

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Originally Posted by dozer
wax on the windshield makes it look reallllllyyy clean....i do this too... then some rain x to help the rain durin the rainy season....
The Rain-X will remove the wax you just put on your windows. Rain-X also makes your windows look reallllllyyy clean.
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I use Nu finish.

The silcone makes the water run off fast.
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I've seen wax cause the glass to fog easier. Paint cleaning clay however does a great job and might give you the results you're looking for.
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I like rain-x

I hate applying it every single week.
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