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Old 04-06-2006, 06:40 PM   #1 (permalink)
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Just had all my windows tinted what is the best way to clean them
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Old 04-06-2006, 06:50 PM   #2 (permalink)
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Get some micro fiber towels and some Meguiars's NXT Glass Cleaner and you will be good to go!

http://www.autogeek.net/mg13324.html


Or you can get it at most local parts stores....Pep Boys, Kragen, NAPA, Auto Zone, etc.

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Old 04-06-2006, 07:03 PM   #3 (permalink)
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Hey Cindy, how come you haven't posted any pics of your truck yet?
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yeah cindy we want to see pics of your truck and you standin next to it ya bumbaclot.
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Thanks guys, I will post some pics as soon as i get my camper shell hopefully next week.
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You can try the Stoner Invisible Glass too. Its safe on tint. I picked up a 4 pack at my local Sam's club for like $10-$12 or so. Works great on all the windows in the truck and the windows and mirrors in the house too.

Yeah...photos please!!
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any glass cleaner that does not contane amonia (it breaks the film down over time) as ingreedent...... ie don't use windex and your fine...
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any glass cleaner that does not contane amonia (it breaks the film down over time) as ingreedent...... ie don't use windex and your fine...
I use Glass Plus and a cotton cloth (old t-shirt works well), not expensive and does a great job.
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Be careful using microfiber towels. They are great as long as they are completely clean. The problem with these towels is that if you lay them on your seat they could pick-up debris that get's stuck in the fiber and could cause a nasty scratch. I've found that you can shake the towel a bit and still have stuff stuck in the threads.
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Since nobody else has said it... STOP!!!!!

Don't clean them at all for about a week. The water underneath needs to completely evaporate and adhere the film to the window before you go swirling around on it with a cloth or cleaner of any kind.
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Since nobody else has said it... STOP!!!!!

Don't clean them at all for about a week. The water underneath needs to completely evaporate and adhere the film to the window before you go swirling around on it with a cloth or cleaner of any kind.
WHAT HE SAID. +1
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Since nobody else has said it... STOP!!!!!

Don't clean them at all for about a week. The water underneath needs to completely evaporate and adhere the film to the window before you go swirling around on it with a cloth or cleaner of any kind.


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Be careful using microfiber towels. They are great as long as they are completely clean. The problem with these towels is that if you lay them on your seat they could pick-up debris that get's stuck in the fiber and could cause a nasty scratch. I've found that you can shake the towel a bit and still have stuff stuck in the threads.
Yeah, microfiber really grabs stuff, which is why it's so good to use for cleanining and detailing your vehicle. Each fiber of microfiber towel is split, like pizza slices or the pedals on a flower. These little splits in the fibers make it grab more, and also hold more water too. I wash mine after every use, and then dry them on low heat, and then fold them up and keep them stored in a cabinet until I use 'em. With the deep pile towels I always give 'em a good inspection before using 'em. I use short pile most of the time though.
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Get some micro fiber towels and some Meguiars's NXT Glass Cleaner and you will be good to go!

http://www.autogeek.net/mg13324.html


Or you can get it at most local parts stores....Pep Boys, Kragen, NAPA, Auto Zone, etc.
I concure captain! Just picked up micro fiber towels and Meguiars NXT Glass cleaner yesterday, works like charm!
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