Windshield Washer Fluid?
08-17-2012, 09:07 AM
#11
I use Rain-X with bug remover in my washer can, never had a problem, and I use it all the time.
Did you know that JC Whitney sells a windshield washer heater kit? It heats up the washer fluid before it comes out the nozzle, so the hot fluid melts the icy windshield faster.
Did you know that JC Whitney sells a windshield washer heater kit? It heats up the washer fluid before it comes out the nozzle, so the hot fluid melts the icy windshield faster.
8 Feet of washer hose!
Splice it in and wrap it around a radiator hose. Makes for a perfect washer fluid heater. Catch is, you have to have a warm engine for it to work! LOL..
08-17-2012, 09:12 AM
#12
It says:
Only use a washer fluid that meets
Ford specifications. Do not use any
special washer fluid such as
windshield water repellent type fluid
or bug wash. They may cause
squeaking, chatter noise, streaking
and smearing.
I feel like it would be fine to use Rain-X and other things.
Only use a washer fluid that meets
Ford specifications. Do not use any
special washer fluid such as
windshield water repellent type fluid
or bug wash. They may cause
squeaking, chatter noise, streaking
and smearing.
I feel like it would be fine to use Rain-X and other things.
and smearing" caused by the OEM blades. Smooth as silk now after using Rain-X.
08-17-2012, 09:33 AM
#13
Batteries Not Included
All I have ever bought is whatever is available. Never had any issues whatsoever. I don't know what Ford's "specifications" are when it comes to washer fluid, but I don't think there is anything out there that could truly be detrimental to the wiper system. In fact, in my entire life I have never heard of anyone having issues with any type of fluid, other than watering it down too much and having it freeze in winter.
08-17-2012, 09:47 AM
#15
Crappy tire here in Canada used to sell an electric version, I bought one for my old Ranger when the price dropped under 10$. It worked ok for the first few months then crapped out.
08-17-2012, 10:30 AM
#16
Senior Member
Some fluids tend to slick up the windshield and the wipers will skip or streak, but I wouldn't worry about it if its a name brand product, just stay away from the unbranded ones. Ones that are branded Rain-X, Prestone, etc. work just fine, but beware, there are some "bug" type washer fluids that will freeze, so check the label to make sure its good to -20, or you might be in for a nasty surprise one cold morning. It may be summer now, but that doesn't mean you will use up all your fluid before winter hits. We had some of that stuff, didn't know it wasn't freeze proof and found the crap had frozen in the tank, and we didn't have any washer fluid at all. One of those holy s**t moments.
We had some of that stuff, didn't know it wasn't freeze proof and found the crap had frozen in the tank, and we didn't have any washer fluid at all. One of those holy s**t moments.The rain-x addidtive has me thinging tho now, I might need to look for some of that if it would help keep the bug cleaning down.. thanks for th headsup!
08-17-2012, 10:35 AM
#17
I've been using Rain-X bug wash in the summer and sometimes Rain-X anti-icing stuff in the winter. In several vehicles. And have never had a problem with any of it.
The worst thing is to leave the vehicle in the sun day in/day out and have the wipers dry out. That's when streaking/poor performance happens.
08-17-2012, 04:34 PM
#18
Senior Member
This one has received great reviews.
