Windshield still streaking

FishHawk · 10-15-2006, 11:06 AM

I'm having trouble cleaning my windshield. Every time I do it I get streaking. I think what I'm doing wrong is using paper towels for the cleanup. So I just got special towels and Invisible Glass cleaner. Any suggestions as to how to correct this problem? FishHawk

hchu1 · 10-15-2006, 12:42 PM

You might use crumpled newspaper with your glass cleaner.

**Tideland Prius** · 10-15-2006, 01:56 PM

yep. newspaper works. So would a good microfibre towel.

Frank Hudon · 10-15-2006, 02:18 PM

most newspaper nowadays use Soy ink or a dervitive and it causes streaks. Most paper towels use a clay based absorbant embeded into the paper it also causes streaks. Best is a micro-fiber towel and turn it frequently. When you wash the towel use a dish detergent as most laundry detergents use brightners and they can cause streaking. Also don't dry your micro-fiber towel in your dryer as most people use dryer sheets to soften their clothes and towels, and it can causes streaking. I've had good results with Stoner Invisible Glass or my current favorite RAIN-X Glass Cleaner and clean micro-fiber towels.

Ian MacDonald · 10-15-2006, 03:23 PM

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I've had good results with Stoner Invisible Glass or my current favorite RAIN-X Glass Cleaner and clean micro-fiber towels.
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I'll second the recommendation for Invisible Glass and micro-fiber towels. Since starting to use this combination last year I've never had cleaner windows.

Cheers,

-- Ian

silentak1 · 10-15-2006, 08:58 PM

A third for Invisible Glass & Micro-fiber towels turned frequently.

hv74656 · 10-15-2006, 09:36 PM

A fourth for Invisible Glass and microfiber cloths. I tried the newspaper thing, but I guess the Orlando Sentinel uses some streaky ink.

Charles Suitt · 10-16-2006, 12:42 PM

After about 1½ years of struggling to accomplish a really CLEAN windshield (and the other glass) even using "Invisible Glass" spray and trying newspaper, paper towels ,etc. I finally bought the "Glass Wizard" semi-triangular pad on a 14" handle which has two micro-fiber covers and an additional nylon net cover to help clean bugs and the like. This device, together with "Invisible Glass" spray get me absolutely crystal-clear glass.

The only source for the "Glass Wizard" I've found is ordering online [Google "Glass Wizard"]. It makes cleaning the inside of the windshield and the hatch glass much, much easier to clean what with its swiveling head and microi fiber cover. As I recall, I paid $9.95 plus shipping for the "Glass Wizard." I just throw the micro-fiber cover into my wash after its use. And..NO.. I do not work for Glass Wizard or Invisible Glass.

tbstout2 · 10-16-2006, 12:56 PM

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After about 1½ years of struggling to accomplish a really CLEAN windshield (and the other glass) even using "Invisible Glass" spray and trying newspaper, paper towels ,etc. I finally bought the "Glass Wizard" semi-triangular pad on a 14" handle which has two micro-fiber covers and an additional nylon net cover to help clean bugs and the like. This device, together with "Invisible Glass" spray get me absolutely crystal-clear glass.

The only source for the "Glass Wizard" I've found is ordering online [Google "Glass Wizard"]. It makes cleaning the inside of the windshield and the hatch glass much, much easier to clean what with its swiveling head and microi fiber cover. As I recall, I paid $9.95 plus shipping for the "Glass Wizard." I just throw the micro-fiber cover into my wash after its use. And..NO.. I do not work for Glass Wizard or Invisible Glass.
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Thanks! I just placed an order for two.

priusenvy · 10-16-2006, 01:55 PM

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The only source for the "Glass Wizard" I've found is ordering online [Google "Glass Wizard"].
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It's been posted before that Bed, Bath, and Beyond carries the Glass Wizard in-store. I can confirm this is correct as I picked up a couple more this weekend.

10-15-2006, 02:18 PM	#4
Frank Hudon Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2004 Posts: 4,144 My Car: Model: Package: Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Friends: 0	most newspaper nowadays use Soy ink or a dervitive and it causes streaks. Most paper towels use a clay based absorbant embeded into the paper it also causes streaks. Best is a micro-fiber towel and turn it frequently. When you wash the towel use a dish detergent as most laundry detergents use brightners and they can cause streaking. Also don't dry your micro-fiber towel in your dryer as most people use dryer sheets to soften their clothes and towels, and it can causes streaking. I've had good results with Stoner Invisible Glass or my current favorite RAIN-X Glass Cleaner and clean micro-fiber towels. __________________ You can quote me on this, People who drive vehicles that idle at a traffic light, are idiots. mine 2k3 avg. 5.36 for 46,915Km Best tank 4.4L per 100K 64.2 Imperial 53.4 U.S. gallon, MiniScanner, SilverStars, block heater, winter lips, in as of Oct 15, out on April 25. In again on Sept. 21st. her's 2k4 "B" avg. 6.01 for 42,317 Km Best tank 4.02L per 100K, CAN-view with OBD11 module and flashloader, SilverStars, 06 Chrome grill bar, Michelin HydroEdge, upper and lower grill blocker,upper out as of April 7, lower out on April 28. In again on Sept 21st.

10-16-2006, 12:42 PM	#8
Charles Suitt Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Dallas TX Posts: 1,624 My Car: 2007 Prius Model: Package: #6 Touring Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post Friends: 0	After about 1½ years of struggling to accomplish a really CLEAN windshield (and the other glass) even using "Invisible Glass" spray and trying newspaper, paper towels ,etc. I finally bought the "Glass Wizard" semi-triangular pad on a 14" handle which has two micro-fiber covers and an additional nylon net cover to help clean bugs and the like. This device, together with "Invisible Glass" spray get me absolutely crystal-clear glass. The only source for the "Glass Wizard" I've found is ordering online [Google "Glass Wizard"]. It makes cleaning the inside of the windshield and the hatch glass much, much easier to clean what with its swiveling head and microi fiber cover. As I recall, I paid $9.95 plus shipping for the "Glass Wizard." I just throw the micro-fiber cover into my wash after its use. And..NO.. I do not work for Glass Wizard or Invisible Glass. __________________ Charles Suitt Dallas Texas 2007 Touring Edition (Former Prius: 2004)

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10-15-2006, 11:06 AM	#1
FishHawk Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 132 My Car: Model: Package: Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Friends: 0	I'm having trouble cleaning my windshield. Every time I do it I get streaking. I think what I'm doing wrong is using paper towels for the cleanup. So I just got special towels and Invisible Glass cleaner. Any suggestions as to how to correct this problem? FishHawk

10-15-2006, 12:42 PM	#2
hchu1 Junior Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Houston, Tx. Posts: 25 My Car: 2006 Prius Model: Package: #4 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Friends: 0	You might use crumpled newspaper with your glass cleaner.

10-15-2006, 01:56 PM	#3
Tideland Prius Moderator of the North Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Canada Posts: 19,620 My Car: 2010 Prius Model: N/A Package: Technology Package (Canada) Thanks: 229 Thanked 345 Times in 244 Posts Friends: 23	yep. newspaper works. So would a good microfibre towel.

10-15-2006, 08:58 PM	#6
silentak1 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 548 My Car: Other Non-Hybrid Model: Package: N/A Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Friends: 0	A third for Invisible Glass & Micro-fiber towels turned frequently.

10-15-2006, 09:36 PM	#7
hv74656 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 145 My Car: 2004 Prius Model: Package: #7 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Friends: 0	A fourth for Invisible Glass and microfiber cloths. I tried the newspaper thing, but I guess the Orlando Sentinel uses some streaky ink.