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Aussie Conditions
Look, most people reckon a quick squirt of Windex is enough, but if you've ever driven into a sunset with a greasy windscreen, you know that's rubbish. This guide is for the blokes and ladies who want their glass so slick that rain beads off at 60 clicks. I've been doing this for 15 years and honestly, the prep work is where everyone messes up. Follow this and your wipers will actually do their job for once.
The Right Gear (Don't Skimp Here)
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Pre-Start Checklist
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The Step-by-Step Process
Deep Clean
Spray the glass heavily and wipe down to remove surface grime. I once saw a mate try to clay a dry screen, sounded like sandpaper. Don't be that guy.
Clay the Glass
Use plenty of lube and slide the clay bar over the glass. You'll feel it 'grabbing' at first, then it'll go smooth as silk. That's the contamination gone.
Polish (The Secret Sauce)
Apply a pea-sized amount of glass polish to an applicator. Work in circles. This removes those stubborn 'ghost' marks from old wiper blades and mineral deposits.
The IPA Wipe
Mist your alcohol mix over the screen and wipe off with a fresh cloth. This strips every bit of leftover polish oil so the repellent can actually bond.
Apply Repellent
Apply your chosen coating in overlapping passes. I reckon two thin coats are always better than one thick, gloopy one. Follow the bottle's flash times.
Buff to Clarity
Once it hazes (usually 5-10 mins), buff it off with a clean microfibre. If it's stubborn, a tiny mist of water on your cloth helps level it out.
Final Inspection
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A Few Hard-Earned Tips
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