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Old Apr 14, 2012 | 11:47 PM
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Windshield Fluids

Just wondering which brand of windshield fluids do you guys use? I know MB sells them but are there better brands out there?
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Old Apr 15, 2012 | 02:46 AM
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i know back in the old days some people just used soapy water. might not be a good idea, though.
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Old Apr 15, 2012 | 03:52 AM
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Rain-X
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Old Apr 15, 2012 | 05:54 AM
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I use what women use to clear the windows . Sonax's products are good too
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Old Apr 15, 2012 | 08:31 AM
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I use watered down honey, leaves a nice shine
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Old Apr 15, 2012 | 12:05 PM
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Window cleaner

I use Rainex window cleaner. Works great and sheds water.
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Old Apr 19, 2012 | 08:57 PM
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Originally Posted by RNBRAD
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Rain-X is best in my experience. Like their Latitude wipers too!
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Old Apr 24, 2012 | 01:38 AM
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Rain-X is best in my experience. Like their Latitude wipers too!
+3 ... Rain X, RAIN X, RAIN X WINS!!! Oh, and their wipers too! Nothing like water-beading action!!!

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