ClearPlex Windshield Film
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Thanks for the video, he did a great job of getting the scratch out of the glass, I have glass specific polishes and compounds as well.
My question was more focused on what exact compound would be good for windshield film... everything I have read said it was not to be polished at all.
My question was more focused on what exact compound would be good for windshield film... everything I have read said it was not to be polished at all.
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I will be usingSTEKDynoflex on my windshield- putting it on today actually... Detailer told me "It is a product similar to PPF with a similar purpose". He also said if installed right you can't notice it. First product he has worked with where this is possible - just his opinion - not mine. I figured I would try it out and give a review down the road for the group.
From my detailer... The only caveat is durability will depend on your use of the windshield wipers. Regular use of the wipers, on dirty glass can and will slowly scratch the film over time. Chances are with your planned use of the car it should not be an issue and can protect the glass for 1-3 years with no issues before considering routine replacement of the glass protective film
I think this is the site.. https://www.stekautomotive.com/ws/dynoflex/
From my detailer... The only caveat is durability will depend on your use of the windshield wipers. Regular use of the wipers, on dirty glass can and will slowly scratch the film over time. Chances are with your planned use of the car it should not be an issue and can protect the glass for 1-3 years with no issues before considering routine replacement of the glass protective film
I think this is the site.. https://www.stekautomotive.com/ws/dynoflex/
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I missed this!
How and what did you use to buff out the scratches? If you could provide the actual name/number of the product that would be awesome!
The Clearplex on the Spyder is only at the one year mark so it is fine, but the Macan is at 4 years and could use a booster...
How and what did you use to buff out the scratches? If you could provide the actual name/number of the product that would be awesome!
The Clearplex on the Spyder is only at the one year mark so it is fine, but the Macan is at 4 years and could use a booster...
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Thanks for the video, he did a great job of getting the scratch out of the glass, I have glass specific polishes and compounds as well.
My question was more focused on what exact compound would be good for windshield film... everything I have read said it was not to be polished at all.
My question was more focused on what exact compound would be good for windshield film... everything I have read said it was not to be polished at all.
Meguiars has pad and rubbing compound I use for paint correction on friends cars. I also use chemical guys pads and polisher V series too. You can buy a kit that covers aggressive to less aggressive polishing. It is an art as in every time its a bit different - not a science.
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I think one of the guys in the club is a Menzerna fan, I will check it out, thanks!
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As with doing paint correction, start with the less aggressive pad and polish - work up with pad/rubbing compound until you get a result. This would also apply to buffing the windshield - sam exercise just like the paint. Also - apply no pressure - let the polisher do the work.
Meguiars has pad and rubbing compound I use for paint correction on friends cars. I also use chemical guys pads and polisher V series too. You can buy a kit that covers aggressive to less aggressive polishing. It is an art as in every time its a bit different - not a science.
Meguiars has pad and rubbing compound I use for paint correction on friends cars. I also use chemical guys pads and polisher V series too. You can buy a kit that covers aggressive to less aggressive polishing. It is an art as in every time its a bit different - not a science.
I appreciate all of the suggestions guys, thanks.
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I just had ClearPlex installed on my new GT4. What do you all use to clean the windshield with the ClearPlex installed? I asked madico (maker of clearplex) and they just sent me a PDF that says "Clean your windshield regularly using mild soap and water and a soft cloth to remove tree sap, bird droppings, tar, oils and bugs. Do not use cleaning solutions containing petroleum distillates or silicone oils." I can use soap and water when washing the car, was hoping there's a glass cleaner or something to use in between washes.
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I just had ClearPlex installed on my new GT4. What do you all use to clean the windshield with the ClearPlex installed? I asked madico (maker of clearplex) and they just sent me a PDF that says "Clean your windshield regularly using mild soap and water and a soft cloth to remove tree sap, bird droppings, tar, oils and bugs. Do not use cleaning solutions containing petroleum distillates or silicone oils." I can use soap and water when washing the car, was hoping there's a glass cleaner or something to use in between washes.
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I agree, proceeding carefully is a must...
I think part art and part science, I have extensive experience with both aspects and have tried countless products and systems over the years. The thing is windshield film is a multi-layer film and the top layer is extremely thin, if a scratch goes through that layer to the next you can't simply remove more material and buff it out, removing the top layer would spell disaster for the film, akin to removing all of the clearcoat on a car leaving the base behind... unprotected.
I appreciate all of the suggestions guys, thanks.
I think part art and part science, I have extensive experience with both aspects and have tried countless products and systems over the years. The thing is windshield film is a multi-layer film and the top layer is extremely thin, if a scratch goes through that layer to the next you can't simply remove more material and buff it out, removing the top layer would spell disaster for the film, akin to removing all of the clearcoat on a car leaving the base behind... unprotected.
I appreciate all of the suggestions guys, thanks.
Regarding polishing Clearplex, this IMHO is like a last shot at extending its life. On our Macan the film was getting pretty bad after 6 years, my installer was swamped so it was either pull off the film or try to polish it, either way nothing to lose because it could not stay like it was.
I used a polish rated as fine, essentially a swirl remover, it took a little while, but it removed the haze from the film, essentially removing the outer layer which I believe is the hard coating. I would say that it restored it to about 95%, only falling below 100% because of the deeper scratches that went into the next layer of the film. Overall, I am happy with this 'temporary fix'.
Why I say temporary is for 2 reasons, without that hard coating I am sure that the film will degrade even faster from the wiper blades, the second reason is the deeper scratching that was left behind, the only way to fix this is with the installation of a new film. Probably next spring...