This really does work, well worth a try. Water just beads off the screen, particularly at motorway speeds - it does reduce the need to use your wipers as soon as there is any spray at all.
Tankman
26 Jan 16#4
its a great product. water just runs off :smile:
ssc1
26 Jan 161#5
also good on shower doors.
wolvesinwales
26 Jan 161#6
Thanks, I will try that aswell
MAdam98
26 Jan 162#7
Apparently after a while it becomes all gunky and horrible?
compadre to MAdam98
26 Jan 16#8
In the bottle? No it doesn't. On the screen it just wears off.
if not regularly reapplied leaves a film on windscreen
wolvesinwales to dds68
26 Jan 1615#11
That's a bit of a bonus , can you choose which film ?
pa248 to dds68
27 Jan 16#43
No it doesn't. Just disappears.
dmm1000
26 Jan 161#12
Noisy wipers are caused by :-
1. using wipers when its not raining
2. worn wipers
Pointless product really
saabjee
26 Jan 16#13
HAHAHAHAHA
Graham1979
26 Jan 16#14
EXCELLENT STUFF, looks like you are doing warp speed when driving in the rain.
LET IT DRY BEFORE YOU BUFF IT OFF. If not you end up chasing it around the windscreen.
GOOD IF YOU HAVE A DASH CAM higher up on the windscreen above the wiper arm reach.
snowee
26 Jan 162#15
Well I tried it and think it's RUBBISH. Does not work at slow speeds, you need fast motorway speeds to blow the rain off and I'm sure it was responsible for making my wipers wear out sooner. Also agree with other person that it can leave a 'film' and make windscreen smeary at slow speeds - which is actually dangerous - and finally - what is the point? - it means at fast speeds you use your wipers less - so what - what is the benefit of that?
rob5110 to snowee
26 Jan 162#17
I really like it - I have never had the film that other people have mentioned and I find it really useful.
I think it's clearer whilst in normal rain conditions, but it's brilliant in heavy rain, or when overtaking lorries when the windscreen is normally completely covered and you can't quite see for a second whilst the wipers do their thing. With the rain-x I find that you don't even have that problem - it's clear straight away. In heavy rain that can make a big difference.
You do need to be going above 30 for it to work properly though. Below that, I use my wipers as normal and it doesn't cause any disadvantage. I've not noticed my wipers running out more quickly either.
Anyway, each to their own, but I really rate it. £5 is a good price for this too.
sshooie to snowee
26 Jan 16#26
Welcome to the laws of physics.
kevl to snowee
27 Jan 16#47
It works at normal speed on all cars I have used it on. Don't understand why it should make wipers wear out sooner. Also meant to help prevent frost on screen.
BTW you should clean wiper blades regularly with vinegar to prevent dirt build up.
apocalypsenow
26 Jan 161#16
I like widescreen films so windcreen one's might be alright as well.
mhwu
26 Jan 16#18
Yes this is a great product. been using this for over 10 years!
But agree with 'snowee' that you need to be at a certain speed before the water runs off. But the use is not just getting the water to run off the screen. Water beads and actually makes windows more visible as the water is not spread out over the window making it smeary.
Make sure you buff it off as I find it lasts longer when buffed off.
Hpi_matrix
26 Jan 16#19
I like it, but wish it lasted longer.
fishpond to Hpi_matrix
26 Jan 16#22
so how long does an application typically last?
asanchez
26 Jan 161#20
also good for biker visors!
djdave2929 to asanchez
26 Jan 16#31
Heard mixed reports on helmet visors. You've obviously tried it? How do you find it?
I tell you what does work, used it for the first time today, works like a dream. Raincoat Pro. It comes at a price though.:confused: £17.99 a bottle! It did the business today in London when there was a brief downpour. It really does work, just a shame it's so damm dear.
ozskins
26 Jan 16#21
very good haha, choosing the film.
jsty3105
26 Jan 161#23
Love this product. Was informed once before though by a car mechanic that they never use the stuff. Apparently, like another poster said above, it forms a film on your screen and eventually causes damage to your wipers.
Besford
26 Jan 162#24
Recently used this on wife's car. As soon as screen got wet it went smeary and, in low sun, difficult to see out. Don't know why (maybe because it was an old bottle?) but very dangerous and took ages to remove with all sorts of cleaners and solvents. Will never use it again!
s24adm to Besford
27 Jan 16#44
This is exactly my experience of Rain-X too, applied to 3 different cars and all had the same smeary results.
I only use Autoglym Glass Cleaner on my windows, works a bit like windolene.
vulcanproject
26 Jan 16#25
I never seen the point of it really, and if your screen is not PERFECT, ultra clean and smooth when you apply this, it is not as effective often leaves a nasty residue as it degrades (it's silicone based) that can be ugly, a dirt magnet and time consuming to remove.
Buy good quality wipers and replace them regularly (they are ridiculously cheap, there is no excuse) keep your screen wash bottle topped up and wash your car every so often- you know, things normal people do. Then you won't need stuff like this which can be a right pain. :smiley:
snowee
26 Jan 161#27
LOL - they don't state the law of physics on the pack - 'only beneficial when raining & passing lorries at high speed on motorway'!
aircanman
26 Jan 161#28
Awful awful stuff, I will never put it anywhere near my windscreen again, it dries the rubber out on the wipers, you use them less, but when you do, they judder like mad. And even changing them makes no difference, this takes months and months to come off the screen.
jsty3105 to aircanman
26 Jan 16#35
ah - That's what my previous car mechanic alluded to when he said why he doesn't use Rain X. This is in a country where it rains heavily practically every day too.
andrewclarke
26 Jan 16#29
I got a twin pack 2x200ml in adsa for 3.75 last Wednesday. there were 10 or more packs on the shelf, perhaps the offer is still on
ottosump288
26 Jan 16#30
This stuff is great, I apply it to my Ray-bans which allows me do drive my Boxster convertable in the rain with the top down!
ymmf
26 Jan 161#32
Yes it only works at motorway speed but It is particularly useful for side mirrors and side windows, even at lower speed.
jamgin
26 Jan 164#33
The film is usually Rainman...
wolvesinwales
26 Jan 16#34
I went to collect mine and noticed on the shelf a 500ml combined cleaner and rain x trigger spray for the same price so got that instead.
Besford to wolvesinwales
26 Jan 16#38
That's the stuff which messed up the screen on my wife's car - don't use it!
friendlyfire321
26 Jan 16#36
Much better products out there. This stuff can cause wipers to judder and cause excess wear on them. Also can leave a film which can obstruct vision and this needs to be re-applied fairly often. Would recommend Fusso Glaco or Gtechniq over this, will cost a bit more but worth it when windscreen and wipers are a safety feature on car.
nbunn
26 Jan 16#37
great product for motorway driving in the rain, if halfords isn't local it's £4.99 in the range
Hpi_matrix
26 Jan 16#39
2 weeks to a month, it really depends on how much usage your car gets though. I use mine to drive to work so 40 mins a day roughly.
One thing I would recommend is cheap Aero wipers from ebay, you can get a set for £5 and chuck them after a years use.
I wonder if the people that have issues follow the instructions properly, and clean their wipers at the same time?
wolvesinwales
27 Jan 16#40
I went to collect mine but saw on the shelf a 500ml windscreen cleaner plus Rain x trigger spray so got that instead.
wolvesinwales
27 Jan 16#41
Sorry for repeated post but android app still playing up and not showing last post.
st_elswhere
27 Jan 161#42
I used on my last car from the day it was delivered and it was fine. Never any problems.
i bought it for use on a new Golf because my previous Scirrocco was a sod when it rained for brown water collecting on the side windows and obscuring the wing mirrors.
It would be especially useful in a saloon with no rear wash wipe.
It makes cleaning the car easier too. Bargain for a fiver.
Syncros
27 Jan 16#45
RainX doesn't last very long and needs to be reapplied constantly to maintain efficiency. Aquapel is a better bet.
Besford
27 Jan 16#46
In the end I had to resort to meths and even cellulose thinners in an attempt to get it off - still not fully effective!
asanchez
27 Jan 16#48
I found it works ok as i use it when im cleaning my visor .... basically as i had it for the car i thought i'll give it a go on the visor so i diluted with warm water in a spray bottle, shaked it, and then sprayed on wiping off with a good cloth and it cleans but at the same time gives a bit of protection. I tested a small part of the visor first to see if ok and it does ok i suppose. So when i come in from a good bike run i just shake the bottle and clean my visor and its ready for the next days burn.
For me it works on the particular visor that im using but i wouldnt endorse for anyone else unless they trial it in a test area of their visor ... if you know what i mean :wink:
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Normal price seems to be about £6.48.
I was looking for a solution to noisy wipers and a few recommend this, I'm happy to try it at £5.
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1. using wipers when its not raining
2. worn wipers
Pointless product really
HAHAHAHAHA
LET IT DRY BEFORE YOU BUFF IT OFF. If not you end up chasing it around the windscreen.
GOOD IF YOU HAVE A DASH CAM higher up on the windscreen above the wiper arm reach.
I think it's clearer whilst in normal rain conditions, but it's brilliant in heavy rain, or when overtaking lorries when the windscreen is normally completely covered and you can't quite see for a second whilst the wipers do their thing. With the rain-x I find that you don't even have that problem - it's clear straight away. In heavy rain that can make a big difference.
You do need to be going above 30 for it to work properly though. Below that, I use my wipers as normal and it doesn't cause any disadvantage. I've not noticed my wipers running out more quickly either.
Anyway, each to their own, but I really rate it. £5 is a good price for this too.
BTW you should clean wiper blades regularly with vinegar to prevent dirt build up.
But agree with 'snowee' that you need to be at a certain speed before the water runs off. But the use is not just getting the water to run off the screen. Water beads and actually makes windows more visible as the water is not spread out over the window making it smeary.
Make sure you buff it off as I find it lasts longer when buffed off.
I tell you what does work, used it for the first time today, works like a dream. Raincoat Pro. It comes at a price though.:confused: £17.99 a bottle! It did the business today in London when there was a brief downpour. It really does work, just a shame it's so damm dear.
I only use Autoglym Glass Cleaner on my windows, works a bit like windolene.
Buy good quality wipers and replace them regularly (they are ridiculously cheap, there is no excuse) keep your screen wash bottle topped up and wash your car every so often- you know, things normal people do. Then you won't need stuff like this which can be a right pain. :smiley:
Plenty of alternatives out there: http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/accessories-tyres/65649/rain-repellents-reviews-2013-group-test
One thing I would recommend is cheap Aero wipers from ebay, you can get a set for £5 and chuck them after a years use.
I wonder if the people that have issues follow the instructions properly, and clean their wipers at the same time?
i bought it for use on a new Golf because my previous Scirrocco was a sod when it rained for brown water collecting on the side windows and obscuring the wing mirrors.
It would be especially useful in a saloon with no rear wash wipe.
It makes cleaning the car easier too. Bargain for a fiver.
For me it works on the particular visor that im using but i wouldnt endorse for anyone else unless they trial it in a test area of their visor ... if you know what i mean :wink: