BlackScreaminMachine

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Well lets be clear, I suck at cleaning windows.

One of the very few things I have yet to master but never the less, still suck at it and need help.

There are countless combos I hear people use between, drying towels, microfibers, regular OTC towels, Blue Shop towels, newspapers and then matched up with OTC sprays, professional chems, 100% alcohol or 50/50 alky w/ distilled water.

I've used the majority of these techniques and never seem to get it perfect.

Always seems to be a streak or smear or at certain angles you can see where I clean and now other spots look not as good.

Figure I throw it out there for those who got it right.

What are you doing, techinique, products and frankly any good tips.

The only things I have not done but plan on is the 50/50 mix of alky and distilled water or Meguiar's has a window cleaner concentrate and some professionals swear on a 1:1 ratio mix.

Before I forget, to mention. Most if not all cars are non smokers, and seems to be the inside window. The exteriors get cleaned fairly regularly and water bladed, dried, and then OTC window cleaner with paper towels. But I try not to use too much cleaner as it seems like it takes forever to get it off or if not using enough its whats creating the streaks.

Wonder if I need to actually wash the windows with car wash and to be careful about it. Then follow up with cleaner/towel combo.

BadCompany VP WS6

iTrader: (6)

I use Stoner's invisible glass and Meguiars Perfect Clarity along with a MF glass towel. Spray a light coat covering the window (less is more). I let that sit for about 10 seconds, wipe down with one MF glass towel, then follow up with a 100% dry one to remove any smears or streaks. Perfect every time.

chadroosa

iTrader: (14)

wash, clay, polish, clean

carlos64030

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I've had excellent results by simply parking in the shade and wiping my windows with an old cotton t-shirt after the the car and windows are completely dried with a synthetic chamois. I've never had to use any types of chemicals on glass for them to be streak-free.

CamaroSS27

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this is what I use, I really like it.

BlackScreaminMachine

iTrader: (17)

I'll have to check the YT vid later at home. I think I am going to clay the window. I know there is specific compounds for actual glass polishing but I think you mean an abrasive that can remove film that has accumulated on the window which can be worth while.

Going to try each and see where it gets me.

mac62989

iTrader: (1)

Good thread. I always think I have them really clean until Im driving at night and oncoming headlights always reveal some streaks..

jallen100

iTrader: (4)

Good old Windex and regular paper towels have always worked for me. Spray on, wipe downwards in a circular motion, flip paper towel to dry side and wipe again in the same fashion.

bj350hp

iTrader: (4)

Stoners glass cleaner and 2 low nap MF towels are what I use. (one for the cleaner and the other for buffing the glass)

I hope you are not using Windex on tinted windows.... Blue Windex contains ammonia and can deteriorate the color of your window tint.

CroLs1

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I actually use a steamer on my windows with just water. One of my friends had a 3rd gen camaro that the guy who owned it before her was a really big smoker and no matter what we used we couldn't get the windows clean and then another one of my friends suggested a steamer and you know what it cleaned the **** out of the windows and made them look brand new it gets all the dirt, gunk, what ever is on ur window off it. it also works great if you need to get tint off as well. So all i use now is a Steamer and a microfiber towel and thats it.

jallen100

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No, I keep the inside wiped down pretty good, so I never have to clean the inside.

GoFast908Z

iTrader: (12)

Distilled water + Cobra Glass Waffle Weave MF

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CroLs1

iTrader: (1)

The steamer will work inside or out.

bigbomber5

I always just use Windex, but I've found the key that is you can't use enough clean towels. Front and back each get their own cleaning towel and their own final wipe down towel. Sides and mirrors are done together. Works for me good luck!