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Old 08-15-2022, 10:25 AM   #1
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Window/Windshield Cleaning

The inside and outside windows on my ZLE are quite dirty/smeared from the factory. What have you found that works well to clean them? I tried some Armor All Automotive Glass Cleaner, but it didn’t do a very good job.
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Old 08-15-2022, 10:32 AM   #2
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I always use Sprayway glass cleaner as its ammonia free and never had issues with it.

https://shop.advanceautoparts.com/p/...hTerm=sprayway
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Old 08-15-2022, 11:36 AM   #3
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I use alcohol to clear grease then stoner glass cleaner with a microfiber towel
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Old 08-15-2022, 12:03 PM   #4
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90 or 70% whatever rubbing alcohol and a clean MF, then a new clean MF for a light buff.
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Old 08-15-2022, 12:20 PM   #5
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These are all good tips. I want to add that your rags must be rinsed very well of washing powder, as that stuff will smear and negate all your effort.
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Old 08-15-2022, 12:37 PM   #6
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Thanks guys! That back window is a little tight to clean. They didn’t leave much room for a hand or arm on the inside.
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Old 08-15-2022, 12:58 PM   #7
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Invisiglass by Stoner

Invisiglass for me, works great, tint safe, and the tool for the back window.

https://www.invisibleglass.com/produ...roducts?resize
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Old 08-15-2022, 01:01 PM   #8
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Rear window reach tool

https://www.invisibleglass.com/produ...roducts?resize
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Old 08-15-2022, 01:09 PM   #9
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specific glass towels help as well
https://www.autoality.com/store/pc/A...k-179p7888.htm

if you got some nasty build up on the inside that glass cleaner isn't working. Use a magic eraser with some glass cleaner and it will tear right through the grim and it wont harm the glass
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Old 08-15-2022, 01:51 PM   #10
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+1 for Stoner Invisible Glass, it's the best window cleaner I've tried.
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Old 08-15-2022, 01:53 PM   #11
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++ for invisible glass. Get the attachment that has rotating head to make cleaning your windshield much easier

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Old 08-15-2022, 02:18 PM   #12
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Invisible glass is the best indeed, everything else left more or less streaks in my experience
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Old 08-15-2022, 02:52 PM   #13
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If you can find it, Klean Strip Prep-All Heavy Duty Glass Cleaner is what body shops use. It's by far the best glass cleaner I've ever used. When I can find it, I buy as many cans as I can.


https://www.jbtools.com/kleanstrip-e...0aAsyfEALw_wcB


EDIT: For lightly dirty glass, I like Meguiar's D120 Glass Cleaner Concentrate.
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Old 08-15-2022, 03:02 PM   #14
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I like Clarify and only use White Waffle Weaves and when I wash them I use Bleach and scent free detergent. I used to be an invisible glass guy but love CarPro Clarify.
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