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Aussie Conditions
Look, with the sun hitting 40 degrees plus this February, your wipers are probably melting and your glass is a graveyard for Christmas beetles. I've spent 15 years cleaning windscreens and truth be told, most people forget the glass until they're driving into a sunset and can't see a thing. This guide is a quick checklist to get your glass crystal clear and coated so the rain (and the salt spray) just flies off.
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Pre-Start Checklist
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The Method
The Deep Wash
Scrub the glass with soapy water to get the loose grit off. If you've been outback, hose it thoroughly first to avoid scratching the glass with red dust.
Clay the Surface
Use a clay bar with plenty of lubricant. This pulls out the microscopic 'junk' like industrial fallout and bat droppings. You'll feel it go from gritty to smooth.
The Polish Phase
Apply glass polish with a firm hand. This removes water spots and old, failed coatings. Honestly, I wouldn't bother with a coating if you skip this, it won't bond.
The IPA Wipe
Spray your prep fluid or IPA and wipe it off with a fresh towel. This removes the polishing oils. The glass should look 'naked' and squeaky clean.
Apply Treatment
Apply your repellent in small overlapping circles. A customer once brought in a car where they'd just sprayed it on and left it, don't do that. Follow the cure times.
The Final Buff
Buff off the haze with a clean microfibre. If it's stubborn, a tiny sprinkle of water or glass cleaner on the cloth helps clear the streaks.
Final Inspection
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