Fixes for a pitted windshield?
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Fixes for a pitted windshield?
My windshield is full of little micro-pits, it's all "normal" stuff in the scope of 8 years of driving behind trucks on highways.
I'm wondering if anyone has tried something like wet sanding the windshield with a fine abrasive to polish them out? (just to be clear, these aren't cracks or big pits from flying rocks, these are "sharp pencil tip" divots)
I'm wondering if anyone has tried something like wet sanding the windshield with a fine abrasive to polish them out? (just to be clear, these aren't cracks or big pits from flying rocks, these are "sharp pencil tip" divots)
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Originally Posted by midiwall
My windshield is full of little micro-pits, it's all "normal" stuff in the scope of 8 years of driving behind trucks on highways.
I'm wondering if anyone has tried something like wet sanding the windshield with a fine abrasive to polish them out? (just to be clear, these aren't cracks or big pits from flying rocks, these are "sharp pencil tip" divots)
I'm wondering if anyone has tried something like wet sanding the windshield with a fine abrasive to polish them out? (just to be clear, these aren't cracks or big pits from flying rocks, these are "sharp pencil tip" divots)
I say smack it hard make it crack get a new one doh I didn't say that did I...
I think it be better to just get a replacement windshield..
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i know there is some type of rubbing compound that is for windows so just look around at your local parts store or call a windshield place and ask if they know of anything i will try to find the stuff im think of and if i can i will post again
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Originally Posted by WT
Wierd I just had my windshield replaced last week wow what a difference.. only cost me $40.00 after after insurance took care of it. I did have a crack that ran the length of the window and a few other star rock chips.
I say smack it hard make it crack get a new one doh I didn't say that did I...
I think it be better to just get a replacement windshield..
I say smack it hard make it crack get a new one doh I didn't say that did I...
I think it be better to just get a replacement windshield..
Check your insurance company / policy, it might be "Free" replacement.
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Check your insurance company / policy, it might be "Free" replacement.
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Might also try really fine grade steel wool (no kidding). I believe it is OOO or OOOO...anyway it's the finest one they make.
Better yet, combine it with toothpaste!
Better yet, combine it with toothpaste!
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Originally Posted by roger
Might also try really fine grade steel wool (no kidding). I believe it is OOO or OOOO...anyway it's the finest one they make.
Better yet, combine it with toothpaste!
Better yet, combine it with toothpaste!
Here a big tip that most of the time gets forgotten: Dont cut the pantyhose for the applicator, leave them whole, as the ends will fray (very tiny and nearly naked to the unaided eye) while applying toothspaste and will quickly clog the steel wool and render it effectiveless and youll just be pushing toothpaste around instead of Polishing. Leaving them whole is bulky and kind of gets in the way, and you dont want to set it down (it will pick up dirst and dust particles) so instead, you can just stretch them over your head bank robber style and theyll stay handy and clean.
Good luck
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Originally Posted by cubuff4runner
Your windshield lasted 8 years In Colorado I think most people are lucky to get 2-3 years without at least one crack.
Thanks for the 0000 steel wool thoughts Roger, I'll try that in a corner after the toothpaste.
And... I have an inquiry into my insurance company to see if this is covered.
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Griots Garage has a couple of glass polish options. One for fine scratches and general clean up, and another for deeper scratches. Works great.
just my 2cents
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just my 2cents
good luck
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Originally Posted by cubuff4runner
Your windshield lasted 8 years In Colorado I think most people are lucky to get 2-3 years without at least one crack.
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