windshield haze, help

[dinosaur1]

I used to use Rain X but it made a rock chip even worse. Once in a while I will use Meguiars Ultimate Quix Wax, but it's not too effective. I'm looking for something that will not harm the windshield, but will provide me a better way to look out of my windshield when it's raining or snowing.

I frequently change my wiper blades (Always buy Anco 31), and I keep my '05 Highlander very clean. When it rains the driver's and passenger's side look hazy on the outside almost to a point where its hard to see out. The weird part is its crystal clear in the middle.

Any help is appreciated.

[dpk20x]

Grab some aquapel. Pretty sure it's on bogo right now

[dinosaur1]

Grab some aquapel. Pretty sure it's on bogo right now

After my Rain X experience where it made my rock chip 10 times worse I really want to stay away from anything like that. Not sure how Aquapel compares to it, but a local window shop told me it's best to stay away from anything that has chemicals on the windshield. I'm just trying to figure out some of my windshield is hazy while the middle is crystal clear. You would think if there's something on the windshield that makes it haze, it would be on the entire windshield.

[swanicyouth]

How did RainX make a rock chip worse?

Have you tried claying, then polishing the glass to remove any bonded contaminants?

I don't think your problem lies in your product choice. I think you may have one of the following or a combination of the following:

1. Glass has bonded contaminants.

2. Glass is "hazed" from scratches

3. RainX was over applied or not completely buffed clear.

[KillaCam]

I would clay the windshield, then if there are water spots polish it.

After that seal it with either aquapel or collinite 845. Works like a charm for me.

[dinosaur1]

How did RainX make a rock chip worse?

Have you tried claying, then polishing the glass to remove any bonded contaminants?

I don't think your problem lies in your product choice. I think you may have one of the following or a combination of the following:

1. Glass has bonded contaminants.

2. Glass is "hazed" from scratches

3. RainX was over applied or not completely buffed clear.

Actually my windshield was replaced this past summer by a very well known company. They explained that I should not allow Rain X to come close to the windshield if there is the slightest rock chip (or even without one), period. He has been in the business for over 30 years.
The only things I have used on my windshield after it's cleand and dry is Meguiar's UQW. I have not clayed it in a while and have never used Rain X on it.

Here's my next issue. I live in WI where it is currently in the 30's. What would be the best way of claying in this frigid weather?

[dinosaur1]

I would clay the windshield, then if there are water spots polish it.

After that seal it with either aquapel or collinite 845. Works like a charm for me.

What should I spray on the windshield while claying, is Meguiar's Ultimate Detailer ok? Can I do it while the weather is in the 30's in my garage?

[wukin]

Once you apply rain x or any other brand on the section, wipe with second damp cloth again then finally dry with the third cloth.

[AutowerxDetailing]

I'm not understanding how Rain-X or any other similar product would make a rock chip worse. What am I missing???

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[dinosaur1]

I'm not understanding how Rain-X or any other similar product would make a rock chip worse. What am I missing???

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I will try to be more clear. I visited a window repair shop to get a rock chip fixed. The technician told me that if I used rain x on the glass he could not guarantee the best job. He stated that rain x makes repairs difficult so, he did not recommend using rain x just for that reason. It has something to do with the chemical prep before filling the rock chip. It is a chemical thing... sorry if I was not clear on the statement.