[tws29664]

My SRT very seldom gets driven in the rain, but when it does it's a nightmare. The raindrops hit the windshield and seem to explode, going out in every direction. In a heavy rain this can be mesmerizing(SP?).

I've got high dollar Silblade silicone wipers, but whatever the previous owner put on this windshield is driving me crazy.

I've tried lighter fluid and "oops" cleaner to no avail. Anyone know of a way to get the glass clean down to the surface?

 

[trainedkilla]

I have used rubbing alcohol to remove rain x before if that is actually what was used.

 

[burkdadhemi]

I haven't had good luck with any Rain-X product, The wiper fluid makes the wipers start skipping then black marks from the wipers, I just use Mopar wipers and regular wiper fluid.

 

[tws29664]

I hate rainex as well....just wish I could get whatever it is off the glass!

 

[burkdadhemi]

What is on there..... the rain-x bar stuff or black marks

 

[tws29664]

I don't really know as I've only had this car for 2 months....I didn't put anything on it.

it's clear as a bell as far as looks go in the dry...but when water hits it it's like the water drops explode and run in all directions. I would really be scared to drive this thing at night in the rain....it's spooky enough in daylight.

 

[burkdadhemi]

You could try denatured alcohol or a wax striper nether one will hurt your paint.

 

[Metallic Blue]

I've seen polishing compounds for glass. It can be applied by hand or with a random orbital.

There are 2 versions of the glass polish 1) fine glass polish for mild spots and 2) glass polish for harder stubborn stains, etc.

 

[iceysole12345]

stop by a tint shop and see what they know about cleaning windows?

 

[StumblinSteve]

I would try cooktop cleaner, my brother used that on his windows to get rid of any hardwater spots, could possibly work to remove the Rain-X film.

For the record I use Rain-X washer fluid for years and never had an issue with visibility.

 

[jonmckee]

For the record, Rain-X is the best. In steady or REALLY hard rain I don't even use the wipers. The light, misty rain is the only time I use them. Rain-X also makes the condensation come off the side/rear windows come off easier too! We use it on ALL our fire trucks.

The "water goes everywhere" on the windshield is what it's supposed to. At night, it's not scary, it is nice that the water gets off the windshield fast.

I get mine off with some elbow grease, windex and a t-shirt.

 

[Venomm]

Claybar should remove it, I would think.

 

[wildbee659]

When I worked in a body shop back in the 80', they used steel wool to get oversprayed off of windows. Just water and steel wool.:4-dontknow:

 

[Chuckster]

Check out: www.diamondite.com.
This is what I would do: Clean the glass with alcohol then use a clay bar followed up with the Diamondite glass polishing kit.

 

[Chuckster]

Another method is to use Naptha or lighter fluid on the glass, let it sit for 5 minutes to soak in (break down the silicone) then wipe it down with Spray Nine then use PLENTY of water to wash off the Spray Nine......... Let it dry and then use a good glass cleaner followed up with the Diamondite kit.
Cleaning glass is a time consuming process and should be done every 6 months to remove oily road grime. My glass looks invisible.

 

[damoochie]

For the record, Rain-X is the best. In steady or REALLY hard rain I don't even use the wipers. The light, misty rain is the only time I use them. Rain-X also makes the condensation come off the side/rear windows come off easier too! We use it on ALL our fire trucks.

The "water goes everywhere" on the windshield is what it's supposed to. At night, it's not scary, it is nice that the water gets off the windshield fast.

I get mine off with some elbow grease, windex and a t-shirt.

X2... I've been using Rain-X for over a decade now. I love it. You don't realize how nice it is until you get a chance to use it. My parents are in their 70s and the first time they had ever used it was when I put it on and my Mom thought it worked really well. Don't freak out about it, enjoy it.:TU:

Besides, you let it go long enough and it wears off itself, the whole reason why it needs to be re-applied.

 

[313 Matt]

I prefer Adam's Glass Sealant

 

[flea]

I've never used the rain x that you just put on the windows, but i do use rain ex washer fluid. I love that stuff.

 

[Chuckster]

I use RainX with great results...... I apply it every 45 days ~ and have used it for years. Bugs was off easily and I have no problems with my wipers. It is key to apply this to a clean windshield and follow the directions if you want it to work.

 

[keeylyme]

I haven't used Rainex in so many years I can't even remember. I have a product I want to try called aquapel. I'm hoping it doesn';t have any issues as you've mentioned.