What to use for cleaning Tinted Windows?

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Bdaz1
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What to use for cleaning Tinted Windows?

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Just got the windows tinted and was wondering what folks are using to clean them. I know products with ammonia are a no, no. Anyone have good experience with a particular product or a recommendation?
Bdaz1 2003 Vibe - Base 1.8L I4/FWD/Two-Tone Satellite/Graphite/Tinted Windows/Auto & Power
Bdaz1
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Re: What to use for cleaning Tinted Windows? (Salsa!)

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Thanks Salsa. I also called the tint shop that did my Vibe and they recommended Sprayway Glass Cleaner ($2.50).
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CaCathy13
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Re: What to use for cleaning Tinted Windows? (Bdaz1)

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Anything with an Alcohol base...Isoprohyl (sp?) alcohol is just fine. sometimes the alcohol based cleaners are purple, not blue. Some people use a vinegar and water mix. On our Grand Am (w/tint) we use like a Target brand generic alcohol based cleaner...works just fine and less streaks than windex that has ammonia in it. go figure.
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Re: What to use for cleaning Tinted Windows? (CaCathy13)

Post by Shadow Realm »

Eagle One makes a Glass cleaner for tinted windows. That's what I use on mine. It's about 2-3 bucks for a bottle and it lasts me for 3-4 months.
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Re: What to use for cleaning Tinted Windows? (Bdaz1)

Post by rubberman »

eagle one glass cleaner no amonioia
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j235
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Re: What to use for cleaning Tinted Windows? (rubberman)

Post by j235 »

I use Gunk window cleaner. It's a foam window cleaner that is safe for tinted windows. It work great on my tinted windows. It leaves no streaks.
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Re: What to use for cleaning Tinted Windows? (Salsa!)

Post by Cubanpete »

Salsa my man!........The Johnsons Shampoo diluted in Lukewarm water did a great job cleaning the inside of my tinted windows, Thanks for the tip....I was worried because I never trust the sprays as 80% the fail to deliver as promised and with summer on the way, I did not want any tint discoloration!
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Re: What to use for cleaning Tinted Windows? (Bdaz1)

Post by robdog »

I just get a damp rag and wipe them down and then dry with a soft cotton cloth. They look fine with no streaks and no worry of discoloration.
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