How to clean the inner side of windshield?

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How to clean the inner side of windshield?

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I found my inner side windshield is dirty, especially when there is sunlight. I can see a thin layer dirty look like fog. I used a tissue, but that doesn't work well. Anyone can help with this problem? Thanks.
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Re: How to clean the inner side of windshield? (victorzhu)

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Windows have always been my weak point... But, I've been using Stoner Invisible Glass for cleaning the windows over the last several years and have had pretty good results with it.Sounds like you may have a layer of gunk built up from the interior plastics breaking down and whatnot... That stuff may work for you.
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Re: How to clean the inner side of windshield? (victorzhu)

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Any person who uses tissues or paper towels to clean windows is nuts. They're lint-filled and ineffective. You'll likely accomplish nothing at all, or maybe even make your problem worse, Inside or out, use microfiber cloths if you can find them, otherwise, any lint-free cloth.Cleaning interior windows is no different than exterior windows.
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Re: How to clean the inner side of windshield? (victorzhu)

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vinegar and water mixed 60/40 and a nice clean dish drying towel
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Re: How to clean the inner side of windshield? (scherry2)

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coffee filters work great as a lint free cloth! I saw it on some car care show, and have done it a few times. As far as a cleaning solution, use windex with amonia. It won't fog up with cold weather.
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Re: How to clean the inner side of windshield? (victorzhu)

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I've seen postings that have said window detergents (like windex) can harm the dash if they drip/overspray onto it. They discolor it.So, I've been using RainEx anti-fog wipes and they've worked really well on the windows. Check Pep Boys, Walmart, Target, etc.(Just don't use them to clean the gauge covers. I did and it was a mess.)
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Re: How to clean the inner side of windshield? (silverawd26)

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As always, you should test an inconspicuous area of the material you are cleaning prior to cleaning the entire area.
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Re: How to clean the inner side of windshield? (victorzhu)

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I've been using the Armor-All Window cloths, and can't be more happy with them. They clean like magic - especially if you use a good circular motion I notice they clean better than using large side-to-side or up-down strokes.Occasionally they leave a little bit of dust/fibres - but that's usually if they're starting to dry out and you're still using it.Other than that - really happy with them, and I use them pretty much exclusively for window cleaning now.
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Quote, originally posted by Altus »I've been using the Armor-All Window cloths, and can't be more happy with them. They clean like magic - especially if you use a good circular motion I notice they clean better than using large side-to-side or up-down strokes.Occasionally they leave a little bit of dust/fibres - but that's usually if they're starting to dry out and you're still using it.Other than that - really happy with them, and I use them pretty much exclusively for window cleaning now.I have some of these in my car too! The thing I don't like about them is that they are much too wet. I always have to wring them out a little before using.
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Re: How to clean the inner side of windshield? (ebslopp)

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ebslopp, your banner is too big, you have to scroll over to read what everyone is writing. That is annoying and the banner should not be allowed on the page no matter anyones political beliefs that is what I thought the political forum was for.
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my banner is not any taller than ragingfish or silverawd26's signature. If you don't want to have to scroll over signatures, just turn show signatures off in user options.
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Re: How to clean the inner side of windshield? (silverawd26)

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Quote, originally posted by silverawd26 »16 years of age and prepped 35 cars/trucks in a matter of 6-8 hours at a dealer....I'm not accusing you of not knowing what you are doing, just providing some advice for other members. Sorry if it came off the wrong way.
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Re: How to clean the inner side of windshield? (ebslopp)

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ebslopp-I think he's complaining about the width, not the heigth. It probably forces the forum view to be wider than the screen at the resolution he's using, so he has to scroll right-left to see all the text.Personally, I think it's awesome but you might consider shrinking it a bit - don't want to (removed) off the undecided's....
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Re: How to clean the inner side of windshield? (ebslopp)

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ok, it fits now. sorry to have come off like a jerk, long day here at work
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