Washer Fluid With De Icer. Bad For Paint

[trhland]

i Have A Gallon Of The De Ice Washer Fluid. And Was Wondering Is This Stuff Safe If It Comes In Contact With The Paint?

[mshu7]

From my experience, washer fluid in general will degrade the paint because of the chemicals that are used to make it.

Once it warms up again, I'll be using a mixture of ONR and water to make my own washer fluid that won't harm the paint.

[Z06-Goose]

I would think considerations to guard against paint damage goes into the making of washer fluid. That said, I tend to keep it simple. I use regular washer. That's not to say washer fluid won't damage your paint, I'm saying it's got to be relatively safe on the finish

[trhland]

Originally Posted by mshu7

From my experience, washer fluid in general will degrade the paint because of the chemicals that are used to make it.

Once it warms up again, I'll be using a mixture of ONR and water to make my own washer fluid that won't harm the paint.

thats a good idea i might try that.

[mshu7]

Oops, I meant degrade the existing wax or sealant on the paint, but I think you knew what I meant.

[killrwheels@autogeek]

I use 50% water to 50% washer fluid mix in cars and never had any damage to paint or wax.

[distrbd]

Originally Posted by killrwheels@autogeek

I use 50% water to 50% washer fluid mix in cars and never had any damage to paint or wax.

LOL ,ahh I wish I lived in warmer climate.
If we do that in Canada the lines will freeze

[D&D Auto Detailing]

I dont use anything.

[mshu7]

You never use your washer fluid?

[D&D Auto Detailing]

Nope, I dont put anything in there.