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DaJo · 08-18-2012, 03:00 PM

Just use your car wash microfibre towel... Oh, and I do use Windex. What's so bad about the ammonia anyways? Spray it on, wipe it off... Looks brand new!

Miniata · 08-18-2012, 03:36 PM

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Originally Posted by DaJoian

Just use your car wash microfibre towel... Oh, and I do use Windex. What's so bad about the ammonia anyways? Spray it on, wipe it off... Looks brand new!

Nothing inherently wrong with an ammonia based window cleaner on the outside of the windows or on the inside if the windows aren't tinted. Bad for tinted window film though.

RedLeader · 09-12-2012, 05:28 PM

Does anyone know how to get rid of the "ghosting" left by the dealer writing on the windshield. Its hard to describe, but whenever my windshield gets wet, in the corner there's an outline of a 4 digit number (likely shippers/dealers code of some flavor) but the water displaces from there first, leaving a "dry" spot in the shape of the numbers.

Ideas?

chulooz · 09-12-2012, 06:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Kestrel

Does anyone know how to get rid of the "ghosting" left by the dealer writing on the windshield. Its hard to describe, but whenever my windshield gets wet, in the corner there's an outline of a 4 digit number (likely shippers/dealers code of some flavor) but the water displaces from there first, leaving a "dry" spot in the shape of the numbers.

Ideas?

What have you tried? Denatured alc, clay bar, or even dish soap would all be good places to start.

CircuitJerk · 09-12-2012, 06:16 PM

I think the window markers are wax based?

The owners manual states not to use glass cleaner at all on the back window to avoid potential damage to the defroster grid.
I've always used the Stoners and haven't had a problem but it makes me wonder if that's just a blanket suggestion for the masses to avoid any potential warranty issues. Or are they using something new that is less resistant?
I've used standard glass cleaners with ammonia before Stoners or non ammoniated cleaners were around on rear glass that had the defrosting element.

DaJo · 09-12-2012, 06:26 PM

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Originally Posted by CircuitJerk

I think the window markers are wax based?

The owners manual states not to use glass cleaner at all on the back window to avoid potential damage to the defroster grid.
I've always used the Stoners and haven't had a problem but it makes me wonder if that's just a blanket suggestion for the masses to avoid any potential warranty issues. Or are they using something new that is less resistant?
I've used standard glass cleaners with ammonia before Stoners or non ammoniated cleaners were around on rear glass that had the defrosting element.

I don't really see it as a huge problem unless you scrub it unnecessarily hard and wipe it everyday or so...

gmookher · 09-12-2012, 06:33 PM

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DaJo · 09-12-2012, 06:46 PM

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Originally Posted by gmookher

mothers

No, your MOM!...

Perfections · 09-12-2012, 06:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Kestrel

Does anyone know how to get rid of the "ghosting" left by the dealer writing on the windshield. Its hard to describe, but whenever my windshield gets wet, in the corner there's an outline of a 4 digit number (likely shippers/dealers code of some flavor) but the water displaces from there first, leaving a "dry" spot in the shape of the numbers.

Ideas?

Take any brand polish by hand with a towel and polish it off. If you wanna get all crazy with it find a cerium based glass polish, like carpro ceriglass.

CircuitJerk · 09-12-2012, 09:41 PM

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Originally Posted by DaJoian

I don't really see it as a huge problem unless you scrub it unnecessarily hard and wipe it everyday or so...

Ditto

SMOKETREES · 09-18-2012, 01:42 AM

Get a window cleaner and spray a shit ton on it and then take a NEW razrblade to it. Make sure the razer blade is about a 45 degree angel and move from top to bottom, not side to side. Thats a way for us AZ people to get our windows back to normal from the acidity of the rain when we do get rain.

Guff · 09-18-2012, 01:54 AM

I always just use an Ammonia free cleaner, spray it onto a MF towel, wipe and clean glass, then finish it off with a dry towel.

raul · 09-18-2012, 07:51 AM

I use... THE WORLD'S BEST GLASS CLEANER!!!!111... but seriously, no streaks using a single MF towel. There's just something about the way it dries. You just have to make sure not to apply too much foam.

David-Fermani.com · 09-20-2012, 12:13 PM

Looks like everyone is focused more on glass cleaning products rather then process? You could use the "best", most popular product, but totally screw up your windows if you don't know what you're doing and what to look for. Anyone know how to clean your windows properly?

CHOPPER · 09-20-2012, 06:33 PM

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Originally Posted by encity5

Is ammonia free windex okay?

There is NO ammonia in windex !

It is ammonia D - Not chemically related to ammonia.

Ammonia D is only a dessicant for streak free cleaning and quick evaporation .

Turbowned · 09-20-2012, 06:39 PM

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Originally Posted by RRnold

As long as it's not tinted you should be ok but I use Toyota foam.

Love this can because the car pictured is a MK1 MR2

Buuuut I still use Stoner's glass cleaner.

Tim_Asphalt_FRS · 09-20-2012, 06:58 PM

Invisible Glass is the best. Use newspaper. My windows are to tinted, I've never had a problem with any car. Don't use the one with the rain repellant on the inside windows though.

ModBargains · 09-21-2012, 03:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Tim_Asphalt_FRS

Invisible Glass is the best. Use newspaper. My windows are to tinted, I've never had a problem with any car. Don't use the one with the rain repellant on the inside windows though.

Definitely agree. I always use Invisible Glass and my windows always come out spot free!

-Frank

911fanatic · 09-21-2012, 08:46 AM

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Originally Posted by David-Fermani.com

Anyone know how to clean your windows properly?

C'mon David, the suspense is killing me......

nzer · 09-29-2012, 06:35 PM

Thanks to all who suggested newspaper. Had never heard that before and tried it today.

Put Maguires glass cleaner on with a pad and then polished off with newspaper.

The newspaper was amazing - no streaks, easy as, and no cloth to wash afterwards.

jjkerr626 · 09-29-2012, 09:27 PM

I never get tired of promoting their terrific products...but again I recommend Autoglym Fast Glass with a soft microfibre cloth. Here is a link to see for yourself.

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nzer Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Drives: Dark Grey TRD86, Highlander, Micra Location: Wellington, New Zealand Posts: 661 Thanks: 277 Thanked 301 Times in 159 Posts Mentioned: 22 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Thanks to all who suggested newspaper. Had never heard that before and tried it today. Put Maguires glass cleaner on with a pad and then polished off with newspaper. The newspaper was amazing - no streaks, easy as, and no cloth to wash afterwards.

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