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Old 09-06-2024 | 03:31 PM
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Originally Posted by RatherJaded
This is seriously the best glass cleaner I have ever used and I have literally tried them all. I had to import my first two bottles from Canada.


Bilt Hamber Trace-Less




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Thx. Will try this.
Old 09-06-2024 | 11:04 PM
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Originally Posted by mikey94025
Agree. I like the Invisible Glass product to deal with this annoying windshield film: https://a.co/d/fEeN3LB

The aerosol version perform much better.
Old 09-07-2024 | 04:00 AM
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Originally Posted by RatherJaded
Good stuff and it has been my go to for many years, but it does not hold a candle to Bilt Hamber Trace-Less.
I'd like to try the Bilt Hamber Trace-Less, but it seems basically unavailable in the US. The Obsessed Garage preorder link "only" charges $13.25 shipping but still says "ETA: Early Summer 2024". The Bilt Hamber website and Amazon UK website have the 1L spray bottle, but can't ship the hazardous product outside the UK. Ebay has a UK listing for the 5L size, but $48.33 shipping. It's apparently liquid gold. I don't need it that badly right now.
Old 09-07-2024 | 12:15 PM
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Originally Posted by mikey94025
I'd like to try the Bilt Hamber Trace-Less, but it seems basically unavailable in the US. The Obsessed Garage preorder link "only" charges $13.25 shipping but still says "ETA: Early Summer 2024". The Bilt Hamber website and Amazon UK website have the 1L spray bottle, but can't ship the hazardous product outside the UK. Ebay has a UK listing for the 5L size, but $48.33 shipping. It's apparently liquid gold. I don't need it that badly right now.




I ordered two bottles from the link Pan provided. Canada to the Southeast U.S. via CARZILLA ~ Bilt Hamber Trace-Less. They are Sold Out now. This stuff is popular and for a good reason! My best advice, I would pre-order from Obsessed Garage as they are currently the only U.S. retailer for Bilt Hamber and they are expecting a large replenishment in early fall.







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Old 09-18-2024 | 08:45 PM
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Update - The Traceless product is now available from the Canada carzilla site: https://carzilla.ca/products/bilt-hamber-traceless. It's $19.95 for 1L + another ~$10 for shipping (to US).

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Old 09-18-2024 | 09:58 PM
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I have a different approach to the interior glass. I dont use any chemicals and I have a bigger issue with the microfiber hairs left by most towels. I always take a Magic Eraser doused in water (you can use a little touch of dish soap but it doesnt really matter) and just run it all over the glass so its quite wet.. then I use these specific towels to dry https://shop.advanceautoparts.com/p/...t=store_pickup This leaves the glass completley streak free with 0 hairs on the glass. The towels are one time use and you do have to shake them once prior to use to get the factory hairs off.. I have no issues with streaking, I dont use any chemicals, I just use a good towel that leaves it perfect every time..
Old 09-20-2024 | 02:15 AM
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Another vote for invisible glass. I like the foam version. It's cheap and widely available at stores like Loews. The off gassing in my T was/is ridiculous. Without the right product you just wind up smearing the film all over the place and it winds up looking worse than when you started.
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Old 09-20-2024 | 07:05 AM
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The T windows are on another level for developing film on the interior quickly. Glad to see some good glass cleaning options in here, very helpful.
Old 09-20-2024 | 09:48 AM
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I thought Invisible Glass was great stuff until I tried this at the suggestion of a detail shop owner. This product is the absolute best ever.


Old 09-20-2024 | 10:38 AM
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Most of the time that you get condensation inside is because the AC is turned off (go to climate and be sure AC is on). It should be on 365 not just in the summer...the moisture is from your breathing...the AC condenser will remove that moisture. No type of glass cleaner is going to get rid of moisture on the inside of car....it's no different than when a glass of cold water sweats on the outside of a glass on a humid day. Try it!
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