myfourth Posted January 7, 2019 Share Posted January 7, 2019 Does anyone have advice for cleaning the interiors of the windshield and rear window? Maybe it's that I'm just old and not flexible, the aerodynamic design of the windows makes it impossible for me to clean these windows, particularly the lower third of the rear window. Any help/advice would be appreciated. Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ammcinnis Posted January 7, 2019 Share Posted January 7, 2019 Many people have had good results with Stoner Invisible Glass products: https://www.invisibleglass.com/products/product/95163CSTON01/invisible-glass-reach-clean/cp_/all-products ... widely available from Walmart, auto parts stores, and home stores. If your Legacy has EyeSight, be sure not to get any cleaning liquid overspray on the EyeSight camera lenses. It is recommended to apply cleaning liquid to a cloth and wipe it on, rather than spraying it directly on the windshield. "If you don't know where you're going, any road will take you there." ~ The Cheshire Cat (Alice in Wonderland) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YeuEmMaiMai Posted January 7, 2019 Share Posted January 7, 2019 bare glass/factory smoked glass? newspaper and Windex aftermarket tinted glass ammonia free glass cleaner and microfiber towel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Call me Q Posted January 7, 2019 Share Posted January 7, 2019 Many people have had good results with Stoner Invisible Glass products: https://www.invisibleglass.com/products/product/95163CSTON01/invisible-glass-reach-clean/cp_/all-products ... widely available from Walmart, auto parts stores, and home stores. If your Legacy has EyeSight, be sure not to get any cleaning liquid overspray on the EyeSight camera lenses. It is recommended to apply cleaning liquid to a cloth and wipe it on, rather than spraying it directly on the windshield. I have this and love it. It makes it much easier to clean the hard to reach places. Also does a good job on the easy to reach places. I have not tried it on my one week old Legacy however. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jMeG Posted January 7, 2019 Share Posted January 7, 2019 Stoner glass cleaner plus newspaper + blue lint-free towels + newspaper + the yellow wand All work. I also follow up with a dry microfiber cloth. Spray the wadded up paper NOT the windshield if you're concerned about overspray on the cameras. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
capttris Posted January 8, 2019 Share Posted January 8, 2019 I've been detailing my cars for over 25 years now (wow, I feel old) and honestly, the best and fastest results are with a regular cotton bath towel. (No fabric softener when you wash it) Just a clean dry bath towel. (I get the old ones from the wife) The glass cleaner product doesn't matter too much. I've used a bunch and don't really have a favorite. Spray the glass lightly with a light mist. Don't drench the glass, especially on the inside (unless you have heavy dirt/film, or something specific that you need removed) The key to the entire process is rubbing the towel all around the glass and pushing it into the hard to reach areas. Towels work much better than paper towels for this as they conform better in the nooks and cranny's. Step 2: the MOST important part. BUFF OUT the streaks. Think of it like buffing off wax. I often use just plain water on the towel, so part of the towel is damp. Then use the dry part and some elbow grease to buff out ALL of the glass. This removes the streaks and any residue from the cleaner. The car I had before my Legacy was a 91 Honda Prelude. I had it for 17 years, and used to buff the exterior of the windshield every time I washed the car. And also when I waxed the car, I would buff it (not with any wax) The result was like using rain-x - the water would bead off and I didn't need to use my wipers on the highway. And yes, a towel works great on the rear window inside. Yes, it IS hard to reach. A good bath towel makes it much easier - and don't damage the defroster/antenna stripes! Keep your windows clean! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
desrosiersmatt Posted January 8, 2019 Share Posted January 8, 2019 Vinegar and a microfiber cloth. Cheap, and streak free. Only smells when wet. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coldsoda Posted January 9, 2019 Share Posted January 9, 2019 skip to 11:57 if you're primarily interested in interior glass cleaning, although it is a good video overall and Larry K is one of the best detailers in the country. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
apexi Posted January 9, 2019 Share Posted January 9, 2019 Love his videos, and this reminded me about a trick I need to try out. Using vinegar to remove salt stains from carpets. Watched this video from him last year and forgot to try it out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lowell_Greenberg Posted January 9, 2019 Share Posted January 9, 2019 One additional thought- If you have Eyesight, you probably should apply the cleaner to the front windshield by rag, and not simply spray the windows. You don't want to touch or spray the Eyesight cameras. Sent from my SM-N950U using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
capttris Posted January 9, 2019 Share Posted January 9, 2019 The glass cleaner guy certainly has an OCD method for cleaning the glass. I guess if you let the windshield get that bad, maybe it worth it. if you keep up with it, it's probably not necessary. A clay bay and buffing when waxing work just as well. Also, I would never recommend putting your knee straight into the middle of the seat, as this can damage the heated seat. The vinegar on the floor mats works. Also does Hydrogen Peroxide on other various fabric stains in cars, and no smell. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RumbleRumble Posted January 11, 2019 Share Posted January 11, 2019 When cleaning glass go side to side on the "inside pane" and up and down on the "outside pane". That way you can tell what side has streaks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bubshoe Posted January 11, 2019 Share Posted January 11, 2019 Vinegar and a microfiber cloth. Cheap, and streak free. Only smells when wet. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk add a little lemon juice in to help the smell. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
desrosiersmatt Posted January 12, 2019 Share Posted January 12, 2019 add a little lemon juice in to help the smell. Interesting idea! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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