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Rain-X Original Glass Treatment

Rain-X Original Glass Treatment is a solution designed to improve the visibility through your vehicle's windshield. Apply Rain-X to the exterior glass, and it will repel water, sleet, and snow more effectively than a windshield without any treatment. A study has shown that stopping time in poor weather can be improved by up to one second by applying the glass treatment. The glass treatment is available in a 3.5 oz squeeze bottle and a 16 oz spray bottle for about $4 and $10 respectively. You apply treatment to a clean windshield with a cloth, and for best protection you should reapply every couple of weeks. There is also a windshield washer fluid additive available so you can deposit Rain-X on your windshield with every spritz.

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Actually improves visibility in wet conditions as it promises
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Works well with flex-style wiper blades
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An inexpensive way to improve visibility
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Rain-X only works well in DOWNPOURS. In light to moderate rain, the droplets actually tend to stick to the windshield, and if you apply more (from washer tank) it creates a "smear effect". It's just a gimmick product, stick to conventional washer fluid... unless you live in an area where it rains torrents often..
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Needs re-application for best results
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Creates a translucent haze when used in a misty or foggy area
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1.  avatar Whipdaddy said:

This product is absolutely amazing for any winshield that is old and really pitted. I notice a big difference when using this on my winshield that has about 200,000km on it (and looks like it has been sandblasted). This stuff coats your glass with a super thin film of water repelling teflon/wax which reduces surface tension and forces the water to bead up and run off quicker increasing visibility!
Nov 17, 2007 3:17pm
2.  avatar meNNis said:

Been using this for years. Works wonders. Just follow the instructions, and you will be glad you spent the couple-few dollars on it.
Nov 17, 2007 3:20pm
3.  avatar uberknarf said:

This is an incredible product; wouldn't do without it in a wet climate.  You can literally forget about using your wipers in light rain and mist conditions.

 

I'd disagree on reapplication time; I find I can go several weeks on a single treatment (as many as 8 or 9), though I will admit that the efficacy decreases over time. The instructions are clear and straightforward, and application only takes a few minutes for all windows. Apply with cloth in circular motion, let it set, then polish with papertowel (and a light mist only if necessary).

 

It's worth further noting that some bathroom-installation specialists recommend the product for all-glass shower and tub enclosures.  I've been using it for 3 years there as well, and must say that an occasional application (every 3 or 4 months) greatly reduces time spent cleaning.

Nov 18, 2007 1:10pm
4.  avatar Grizz said:

Does Rain X work on motocycle windsheild.
Jan 27, 2008 10:35am
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Erik

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November 17, 2007
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Pros

  • Actually improves visibility in wet conditions as it promises
  • Works well with flex-style wiper blades
  • An inexpensive way to improve visibility

Cons

  • Needs re-application for best results

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uberknarf

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November 18, 2007
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Pros

  • Actually improves visibility in wet conditions as it promises
  • Works well with flex-style wiper blades
  • An inexpensive way to improve visibility

Cons

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This is an incredible product; wouldn't do without it in a wet climate.  You can literally forget about using your wipers in light rain and mist conditions.

 

I'd disagree on reapplication time; I find I can go several weeks on a single treatment (as many as 8 or 9), though I will admit that the efficacy decreases over time. The instructions are clear and straightforward, and application only takes a few minutes for all windows. Apply with cloth in circular motion, let it set, then polish with papertowel (and a light mist only if necessary).

 

It's worth further noting that some bathroom-installation specialists recommend the product for all-glass shower and tub enclosures.  I've been using it for 3 years there as well, and must say that an occasional application (every 3 or 4 months) greatly reduces time spent cleaning.

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meNNis

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November 17, 2007
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Pros

  • Actually improves visibility in wet conditions as it promises
  • Works well with flex-style wiper blades
  • An inexpensive way to improve visibility

Cons

Did not agree with any cons

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"Been using this for years. Works wonders. Just follow the instructions, and you will be glad you spent the couple-few dollars on it."
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Mobius49

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  • Rain-X only works well in DOWNPOURS. In light to moderate rain, the droplets actually tend to stick to the windshield, and if you apply more (from washer tank) it creates a "smear effect". It's just a gimmick product, stick to conventional washer fluid... unless you live in an area where it rains torrents often..
  • Creates a translucent haze when used in a misty or foggy area

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Whipdaddy

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November 17, 2007
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Pros

  • Actually improves visibility in wet conditions as it promises

Cons

  • Needs re-application for best results

Comments

"This product is absolutely amazing for any winshield that is old and really pitted. I notice a big difference when using this on my winshield that has about 200,000km on it (and looks like it has been sandblasted). This stuff coats your glass with a super thin film of water repelling teflon/wax which reduces surface tension and forces the water to bead up and run off quicker increasing visibility!"
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  • Creates a translucent haze when used in a misty or foggy area

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