Insects on windshield

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by Canadianhauler21, Jun 3, 2023.

  1. Canadianhauler21

    Canadianhauler21 Heavy Load Member

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    What's the best way to clean my windshield after driving for the day? I hate when my windshield is dirty and I'm always going to blue beacon weekly for a wash. The brushes in the truck stops are crap too.

    Any suggestion is appreciated
     
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  3. Lazer

    Lazer Road Train Member

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    During the warm summer months, I’ve found straight tap water with a cup or so of white vinegar does just as good as anything. That and drive thru as many rain storms as possible.
     
  4. cuzzin it

    cuzzin it Road Train Member

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  5. househunter

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    1 quart spray bottle ($1 @ dollar store) with 1 cup ammonia, rest a good bug removing windshield washer fluid; spray windshield, let soak a minute or two and then use windshield washers. Part of windshield not cleared by wipers can get nasty but area of vision is great.
     
  6. beastr123

    beastr123 Road Train Member

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    I found that a weekly application of Rainx during the season makes the bugs come off a lot easier.
     
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  7. MACK E-6

    MACK E-6 Moderator Staff Member

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    Does this work after the fact or does it have to be done before?
     
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  8. The Green Mountain

    The Green Mountain Light Load Member

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    You dragged around bulk cement powder too?

    I've got a separate spray bottle of vinegar just to clean up my windshield & mirrors.
     
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  9. beastr123

    beastr123 Road Train Member

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    It needs to be applied to a clean windshield.
     
  10. DixonM

    DixonM Light Load Member

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    I have some dawn I put on the window brush in the fuel island seems to work for me. And I put a dab into the wash bucket to help out the people behind me also
     
  11. ducnut

    ducnut Road Train Member

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    If you’re going to buy a squirt bottle, buy a good one that’s rated for chemicals. In the cleaning products aisle at Lowe’s, they have high-volume, chemical-rated Zep brand bottles. That’s the aisle straight inside their front door. There are two sizes to choose from. They’re a lot more durable and squirt farther than dollar store junk.

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