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Rain-X

Discussion in 'How to' started by Rivethead, May 28, 2013.

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  1. Rivethead

    Rivethead Active Member Founding Member

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    I live in a raining area and have tried Rain-X on and off with mixed results. Has anyone else used the is product? Is there a better one to try?

    Thanks much. :)
     
  2. TheRev6591

    TheRev6591 New Member

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    Not sure if this is still relevant, but it really is good. It takes a lot of effort to apply correctly. You really need to buff it in circles when it's first put on the windshield. One way to test if there is enough is to apply a small amount of water to the windshield. If it beads off in perfect circles then it's fine, if the drops are oval as they fall down the windshield, then it's a sign the water is meeting resistance and not clearing properly.
     
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    Flexin Admin Staff Member Founding Member Top Event

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    I like Aquapel (http://www.aquapel.com/) much better then Rain-X. I used it more then a few times and I really like it. I want to get it again for our cars. I would love to put it on my cement mixer as well.

    James
     
  4. Plistro

    Plistro New Member

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    I've tried rainx and I like it but I've found two key things to keep in mind. Make sure the window is warm! Don't do it in the middle of winter or it'll be very annoying trying to buff it out.

    The other thing is to follow the instructions to a Tee. Many people complain about the windows fogging up after application, but if the instructions are followed exactly, it should be fine.

    I've been using it for a few years now and it works quite well for the rainy seasons.
     
  5. justusforus

    justusforus Member Founding Member

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    I have never tried Rain X but I heard mixed reviews too. Now since I do have problems with the inside fogging up and I saw mention of that above, that would concern me. I will try the rocomendation above, but I was wondering is there anything that helps the inside as well?
     
  6. Rivethead

    Rivethead Active Member Founding Member

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    I haven't tried Aquapel before. Thanks for the heads up.
     
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    Flexin Admin Staff Member Founding Member Top Event

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    Rain X has a rain product for the outside and a fog one for the inside

    Aquapel is for the outside. I find that it does a better job and last longer. Rain X cost less and comes in a bottle so you could reapply it often if needed.

    James
     
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    Randy Life of a GEARHEAD Founding Member Club Mopar Chevy Truck Club

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    I have used it and when I tried it the first time I loved it and have used it every since.
     
  9. Plistro

    Plistro New Member

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    This may sound a bit crazy, but for fogging on the inside windows try rubbing a cut lemon on the windshield. It sounds pretty far fetched, but it works quite well!
     
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