BMW E46 M3 - Legend Eternal
BMW Garage BMW Meets Register Today's Posts
home
BIMMERPOST Universal Forums Cosmetic Care & Detailing (PPF/Wash/Wax/Detailing/Restoration/Repairs)

Post Reply
 
Thread Tools Search this Thread
      06-16-2024, 08:11 PM   #23
Redd
Brigadier General
4262
Rep
4,450
Posts

Drives: 2010 BMW E92 M3 Dakar Edition
Join Date: Jul 2015
Location: Malaysia

iTrader: (0)

The Project Farm test does not include longevity test especially if you use the wipers. My experience with Rain-X is that it does not last. Glaco Ultra lasts much longer for me.

There's two kinds of Glaco windshield coating - normal (orange) and Ultra (black). Get Glaco Ultra.
Appreciate 2
chris7197613.00
s_ribs97.50
      06-16-2024, 09:31 PM   #24
spazzz
Private First Class
spazzz's Avatar
167
Rep
181
Posts

Drives: 2008 535xi MHD&XHP,2013 X1 35i
Join Date: Jul 2015
Location: Madison,WI

iTrader: (0)

Quote:
Originally Posted by Hagasan41 View Post
Carpro Clarify PH₂OBIC. So far it’s been great and I’ve been using with no sealant as I ran out of Wolf’s. Easy on off application and smells good. Lol
Thanks, I just ordered some to try.
Appreciate 1
Hagasan41357.50
      06-17-2024, 02:44 AM   #25
chris719
Major General
7613
Rep
7,533
Posts

Drives: '08 M Roadster
Join Date: Oct 2007
Location: NJ

iTrader: (0)

I would recommend Armour Detail Supply glass coating, Infinity Wax Diamond Vision glass sealant (insane sheeting but low durability), Jade Amethyst Glass Coating, or the new C6 glass coating. I have only tried the first two of this list, but I am confident that these 4 are some of the top formulations out there.

If you want durability and don't mind a coating with higher sliding angle, then the DPT Diamond Glass is very easy to use and SUPER durable. It's still working on my Mazda after 18 months with wiper usage although it has weakened some. The catch is that the droplets don't run off until 40+ mph speeds.
Appreciate 0
      06-17-2024, 12:24 PM   #26
Akaneedles
Enlisted Member
16
Rep
33
Posts

Drives: M340xi
Join Date: Mar 2024
Location: NY

iTrader: (0)

Quote:
Originally Posted by John in VA View Post
I've used RainX for 40+ years without issues
Not 40 years, but used on all my cars , never any issues
Appreciate 0
      10-02-2024, 11:57 PM   #27
pegogetem
Second Lieutenant
pegogetem's Avatar
United_States
303
Rep
409
Posts

Drives: BMW 740i
Join Date: Aug 2023
Location: Texas

iTrader: (0)

Garage List
2023 BMW 740i  [8.33]
SOFT99 Glaco
Appreciate 0
      10-04-2024, 11:50 AM   #28
spicyB48
Private First Class
spicyB48's Avatar
United_States
94
Rep
119
Posts

Drives: 2019 BMW 330i
Join Date: Oct 2023
Location: Southern California

iTrader: (0)

I used the Cerakote windshield coating, it cost $10 for a kit with enough for the front and rear windshield. It is easy to apply and seems to work well. Be aware, however, that if you use RainX 2 in 1 glass cleaner over it you will have streaking issues which can be corrected by wiping it with a 50:50 isopropyl alcohol mix (or vodka)
__________________
///M - the most expensive letter of the alphabet
Appreciate 0
      10-04-2024, 11:54 AM   #29
John in VA
Colonel
1198
Rep
2,439
Posts

Drives: 2015 228i M Sport
Join Date: Jul 2007
Location: Leesburg, VA

iTrader: (6)

Quote:
Originally Posted by spicyB48 View Post
I used the Cerakote windshield coating, it cost $10 for a kit with enough for the front and rear windshield. It is easy to apply and seems to work well. Be aware, however, that if you use RainX 2 in 1 glass cleaner over it you will have streaking issues which can be corrected by wiping it with a 50:50 isopropyl alcohol mix (or vodka)
This essentially removes the Rain-X.
__________________
____________________________________________
2015 BMW 228i in EstorilBlau II Metallic / Terra Dakota Leather - 6-speed manual, M Sport Package, Cold Weather Package, Lighting Package, Premium Package, Harman Kardon premium sound, Anti-theft alarm system, Blue Metallic Matt Accent Moldings, Aluminum Hexagon Interior Strips, Anthracite Headlining
Appreciate 0
      10-04-2024, 11:57 AM   #30
spicyB48
Private First Class
spicyB48's Avatar
United_States
94
Rep
119
Posts

Drives: 2019 BMW 330i
Join Date: Oct 2023
Location: Southern California

iTrader: (0)

Quote:
Originally Posted by John in VA View Post
This essentially removes the Rain-X.
Right. RainX doesn't really stick to the ceramic windshield coating anyways so it makes a mess. I ran out of normal glass cleaner so I used the Rain-X 2 in 1 in a pinch and learned that it isn't ideal.
__________________
///M - the most expensive letter of the alphabet
Appreciate 1
John in VA1197.50
      10-05-2024, 08:47 AM   #31
Top
New Member
9
Rep
7
Posts

Drives: BMW X5
Join Date: Mar 2024
Location: Pooler, GA

iTrader: (0)

Quote:
Originally Posted by pegogetem View Post
SOFT99 Glaco
100% agree. I applied it in May and it's still going strong. No wiper chatter, easy to clean during maintenance washes. Great stuff!
Appreciate 1
pegogetem302.50
      10-09-2024, 06:11 AM   #32
wrevilo
Private First Class
89
Rep
163
Posts

Drives: E91
Join Date: Feb 2023
Location: USA

iTrader: (0)

I keep a clean windscreen by using glass cleaner after washing my car. I would rather have a clean screen and let the wipers do the best job possible than risk contamination, smearing and poor visibility, particularly at nighttime with oncoming traffic.
Appreciate 1
vreihen1621874.50
      10-09-2024, 06:19 AM   #33
USMC G2
Private
USMC G2's Avatar
United_States
167
Rep
93
Posts

Drives: 2025 M4 Competition
Join Date: Jun 2024
Location: Southern California

iTrader: (0)

Garage List
Greetings,

Yesterday after receiving 303 Graphene Nano for my wheels, I decided to apply it to my windshield (it's safe for a variety of surfaces). Easy to apply and easy to remove. Nothing to report, since it was applied yesterday, but remain hopeful. Oh, in Southern California, we get very little rain.

When riding my K1600B, I use RainX for plastic for both my windscreen and helmet visor...works fairly well.

Semper Fi
Appreciate 0
      11-12-2024, 08:08 AM   #34
jwmFcreek
Registered
86
Rep
83
Posts

Drives: Xm
Join Date: Aug 2024
Location: North Carolina

iTrader: (0)

Garage List
I use bmw nano wax … they claim it’s great for glass I won t use it on my frozen like intended so I use it on my glass and works great . Wipe it on let it sit for 5 minutes wipe it off .
Appreciate 0
      11-15-2024, 03:55 AM   #35
kristof_x3
New Member
2
Rep
18
Posts

Drives: BMW X3 xDrive20i
Join Date: Nov 2023
Location: Netherlands

iTrader: (0)

Quote:
Originally Posted by Redd View Post
The Project Farm test does not include longevity test especially if you use the wipers. My experience with Rain-X is that it does not last. Glaco Ultra lasts much longer for me.

There's two kinds of Glaco windshield coating - normal (orange) and Ultra (black). Get Glaco Ultra.
So I have the orange one. Beads beautifully, no hazing.
Works for about a week or so without issues, then the wiper starts skipping. It is just so annoying. I thought it was that I did not clean the screen properly prior to application. But the exact same thing happened another time, so now I am running with just a squeky clean windshield.
I did try some cleaner/repellant mixes, but all of them have severe hazing when the wiper wipes.

Any thoughts, recommendations from anyone? Thank you
Appreciate 0
      11-15-2024, 06:58 PM   #36
Redd
Brigadier General
4262
Rep
4,450
Posts

Drives: 2010 BMW E92 M3 Dakar Edition
Join Date: Jul 2015
Location: Malaysia

iTrader: (0)

I:ve used both Glaco orange and black with no wiper skipping. Using stock wipers. Are u using silicone wipers perchance?
Appreciate 0
      11-16-2024, 01:18 PM   #37
jwmFcreek
Registered
86
Rep
83
Posts

Drives: Xm
Join Date: Aug 2024
Location: North Carolina

iTrader: (0)

Garage List
You will laugh but Nano wax BMW nano wax I won’t put it on my frozen paint but it’s awesome on my windshield after degreasing and washing .

Apply the nano wax by hand I let it sit for 5 to 6 minutes. Wipe it off a couple towels it’s great for me .
Appreciate 0
      11-16-2024, 02:22 PM   #38
jwmFcreek
Registered
86
Rep
83
Posts

Drives: Xm
Join Date: Aug 2024
Location: North Carolina

iTrader: (0)

Garage List
Nano wax on the windshield is awesome
Let it sit for 4 to 5 minutes towel off works the best for me
Appreciate 0
      11-17-2024, 03:24 PM   #39
kristof_x3
New Member
2
Rep
18
Posts

Drives: BMW X3 xDrive20i
Join Date: Nov 2023
Location: Netherlands

iTrader: (0)

Quote:
Originally Posted by Redd View Post
I:ve used both Glaco orange and black with no wiper skipping. Using stock wipers. Are u using silicone wipers perchance?
Nope, also using stock, offical BMW wipeers...
Appreciate 0
      11-17-2024, 03:27 PM   #40
kristof_x3
New Member
2
Rep
18
Posts

Drives: BMW X3 xDrive20i
Join Date: Nov 2023
Location: Netherlands

iTrader: (0)

Quote:
Originally Posted by jwmFcreek View Post
You will laugh but Nano wax BMW nano wax I won’t put it on my frozen paint but it’s awesome on my windshield after degreasing and washing .

Apply the nano wax by hand I let it sit for 5 to 6 minutes. Wipe it off a couple towels it’s great for me .
Interesting. Is there any streaking/hazing/skipping? Are you using it with the stock BMW wipers?
Appreciate 0
      11-17-2024, 06:25 PM   #41
luckylingy
Lieutenant Colonel
luckylingy's Avatar
3367
Rep
1,716
Posts

Drives: X3M
Join Date: Oct 2015
Location: Up North

iTrader: (0)

I've been using Griots Garage glass sealant for 15+ years. Works well, but I reapply it every six months to restore maximum hydrophobicity.
Appreciate 0
      11-17-2024, 09:14 PM   #42
oldbmwtech
First Lieutenant
oldbmwtech's Avatar
255
Rep
332
Posts

Drives: BMW M240i
Join Date: Feb 2022
Location: Houston, TX

iTrader: (0)

Original Rain X has been great for me too. Been using it since the early 80's.
__________________
This is only my opinion as I'm a retired professional ASE master grease monkey technician, now instructor. Your best teacher is your last mistake. Use what I post at your own risk as you know teachers only know book knowledge.
Appreciate 0
      11-18-2024, 06:01 AM   #43
jwmFcreek
Registered
86
Rep
83
Posts

Drives: Xm
Join Date: Aug 2024
Location: North Carolina

iTrader: (0)

Garage List
Windshield protection … I tried many but found my unused nano wax to hold up the best . I apply the wax by hand with glove wipe it around the glass after degreasing very well first of course . Let it sit for 5 minutes and use a few towels to wipe off the wax I find this works the best for me .
Appreciate 0
      11-18-2024, 06:06 AM   #44
jwmFcreek
Registered
86
Rep
83
Posts

Drives: Xm
Join Date: Aug 2024
Location: North Carolina

iTrader: (0)

Garage List
I get no streaking or anything drove in a 4 hour pounding rain last weeks and the water was running off very fast .. my wipers didn’t work nearly as hard .

Truly I got the wax for my bmw and passed on using it my cousin restores cars and said did you read about the wax and how it’s good for glass I didn’t … but degreased and washed the windshield and applied its all I use now lasts well I am on month 3 it’s great . Did my wife’s car she actually commented how it works and never comments ever on what I do to her car .
Appreciate 0
Post Reply

Bookmarks


Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off



All times are GMT -5. The time now is 12:48 PM.




e46m3
Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.11
Copyright ©2000 - 2024, vBulletin Solutions Inc.
1Addicts.com, BIMMERPOST.com, E90Post.com, F30Post.com, M3Post.com, ZPost.com, 5Post.com, 6Post.com, 7Post.com, XBimmers.com logo and trademark are properties of BIMMERPOST