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BrunoBMW · Jun 27th, 2002, 11:46 PM

Is it possible to buy aquapel for home use? It seems the only way to get this done is to go to an installer. Anyone use an acceptable alternative to RainX?

blade929 · Jun 28th, 2002, 02:29 AM

Is there a problem with using RainX ???

cordial · Jul 2nd, 2002, 06:35 AM

I use Turtle Wax Glass Polish which IMHO is far superior to RainX as it doesn't affect the wipers.

Sealevel · Jul 2nd, 2002, 10:55 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by cordial
I use Turtle Wax Glass Polish which IMHO is far superior to RainX as it doesn't affect the wipers.

Do you mean RainX harms the wiper blades by causing them to wear out faster? I've used it a lot, and need to replace wiper blades twice a year. Never thought RainX was causing a problem though, just that I end up driving in rain a lot and along with high UV exposure those were the prime culprits. Actually, I thought RainX might be good for the wipers since I often don't need to use them at all with the windshield well coated. Water streaks off as fast and effectively as using the wipers. Added bonus is that bug splatter cleans off easier too.

Paul · Jul 2nd, 2002, 11:08 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by cordial
I use Turtle Wax Glass Polish which IMHO is far superior to RainX as it doesn't affect the wipers.

I use AutoGlym glass polish to clean them, but use Rain-x to help a) Keep the water off and b) Make them easiet to clean next time. I also put it on the big front lights, but doubt it makes much odds!

It will wear the wipers down if you use them too often, because on the return part of the wipe the waters gone and the wiper is dragging on the glass, where as without rain-x, it tends to take the full wipe to get them clear.

It has pro's and cons if you ask me, and the pros outweigh the cons.

BruceK · Jul 2nd, 2002, 05:04 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Paul_Mullett

....use Rain-x to help a) Keep the water off and b) Make them easiet to clean next time. I also put it on the big front lights, but doubt it makes much odds!
...

I noticed the latest bottle of Rain-x now contains a warning about using it on plastic parts (e.g. headlight lenses). I've been using Rain-x for 20 years, putting it on plastic-lensed headlights many times and this is the first time I've seen this warning. In fact, Rain-x used to recommend its use on plastic parts!

Wonder what's happening?

Sealevel · Jul 3rd, 2002, 12:48 AM

Thanks for the heads-up Bruce, I haven't actually read the label for years. Too bad if it's true, it really helps cleaning the bugs off the lenses too.

Jun 27th, 2002, 11:46 PM	#1
BrunoBMW MINI2 Newbie Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Mountain City Local Time: 04:31 AM Posts: 30 Offline	glass treatment Is it possible to buy aquapel for home use? It seems the only way to get this done is to go to an installer. Anyone use an acceptable alternative to RainX? BrunoBMW

Jun 28th, 2002, 02:29 AM	#2 (permalink)
blade929 MINI2 Regular Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Bedfordshire Local Time: 09:31 AM Posts: 154 Offline	Is there a problem with using RainX ??? - Red/White Cooper, Silver wheels, Climate Control, Chili Pack, heated mirrors, CD Boost, Alarm, Heated seats, Factory Tint Windows. Now gone (but not forgotten)

Jul 2nd, 2002, 06:35 AM	#3 (permalink)
cordial MINI2 Regular Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: The Alps (Central Sw Local Time: 10:31 AM Posts: 332 Offline	I use Turtle Wax Glass Polish which IMHO is far superior to RainX as it doesn't affect the wipers. Cooper S BRG/B, Chili, DSC, Overheated seats, auto A/C, OBC, heated mirrors/jets, Boost + CD. delivered 24.09.02 (ordered 11.09.01). MAX tint on back 3 windows. 17" S-Lites with Dunlop summer run-flats. 16" X-Lites with Goodyear Ultra Grip run-flats for winter. Remus exhaust (LOUD !).

Jul 2nd, 2002, 10:55 AM	#4 (permalink)
Sealevel MINI2 Regular Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Ft. Lauderdale, FL Local Time: 04:31 AM Posts: 281 Offline	Quote: Originally posted by cordial I use Turtle Wax Glass Polish which IMHO is far superior to RainX as it doesn't affect the wipers. Do you mean RainX harms the wiper blades by causing them to wear out faster? I've used it a lot, and need to replace wiper blades twice a year. Never thought RainX was causing a problem though, just that I end up driving in rain a lot and along with high UV exposure those were the prime culprits. Actually, I thought RainX might be good for the wipers since I often don't need to use them at all with the windshield well coated. Water streaks off as fast and effectively as using the wipers. Added bonus is that bug splatter cleans off easier too. Steve Cooper S: Pure silver/black, Premium, Sport, Black leatherette, 17" R90, 4/19 build, 5/24 delivery.

Jul 2nd, 2002, 05:04 PM	#6 (permalink)
BruceK Moderator & Sponsor Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: San Antonio, Texas Local Time: 03:31 AM Posts: 3,759 Offline	Quote: Originally posted by Paul_Mullett ....use Rain-x to help a) Keep the water off and b) Make them easiet to clean next time. I also put it on the big front lights, but doubt it makes much odds! ... I noticed the latest bottle of Rain-x now contains a warning about using it on plastic parts (e.g. headlight lenses). I've been using Rain-x for 20 years, putting it on plastic-lensed headlights many times and this is the first time I've seen this warning. In fact, Rain-x used to recommend its use on plastic parts! Wonder what's happening? + 2002 MINI Cooper S - Dark Silver / White roof, Sport, Premium, Lapis blue leather + 1965 Mini Traveller - Tartan Red / White roof, 1275, Cooper S discs, fully restored/renewed

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Jul 2nd, 2002, 11:08 AM	#5 (permalink)
Paul Trained Monkey My Classifieds Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Bedfordshire Local Time: 10:31 AM Posts: 40,555 Offline	Quote: Originally posted by cordial I use Turtle Wax Glass Polish which IMHO is far superior to RainX as it doesn't affect the wipers. I use AutoGlym glass polish to clean them, but use Rain-x to help a) Keep the water off and b) Make them easiet to clean next time. I also put it on the big front lights, but doubt it makes much odds! It will wear the wipers down if you use them too often, because on the return part of the wipe the waters gone and the wiper is dragging on the glass, where as without rain-x, it tends to take the full wipe to get them clear. It has pro's and cons if you ask me, and the pros outweigh the cons.

Jul 3rd, 2002, 12:48 AM	#7 (permalink)
Sealevel MINI2 Regular Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Ft. Lauderdale, FL Local Time: 04:31 AM Posts: 281 Offline	Thanks for the heads-up Bruce, I haven't actually read the label for years. Too bad if it's true, it really helps cleaning the bugs off the lenses too. Steve Cooper S: Pure silver/black, Premium, Sport, Black leatherette, 17" R90, 4/19 build, 5/24 delivery.

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