Anyone use aquapel?

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Just put it on all my cars last month, and we've had some rain here the last couple days. I must say this product is better at doing its job than anything I've ever tried. Highly Recommended.
 
I hate those types of products. When I used to use RainX, I noticed that it produced tons of fog after it stopped raining. Even though the RainX loses its effectiveness over time, the coating is still there and still produces the ridiculous fog, and it is almost impossible to remove.

Just use your windshield wipers.
 
Emile said:
I hate those types of products. When I used to use RainX, I noticed that it produced tons of fog after it stopped raining. Even though the RainX loses its effectiveness over time, the coating is still there and still produces the ridiculous fog, and it is almost impossible to remove.

Just use your windshield wipers.
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Well, we feel the same way about RainX :D
 
I too stay away from Rain-X due to the fog or haze the wipers exibit when using in rain. I have not noticed it yet using the new Glass Protectant here but have looked at Aquapel with some interest. How long is the durability, some suggest 60-90 days which seems incorrect for such a price premium and no additional product for reapplication.
 
killrwheels@autogeek said:
I too stay away from Rain-X due to the fog or haze the wipers exibit when using in rain. I have not noticed it yet using the new Glass Protectant here but have looked at Aquapel with some interest. How long is the durability, some suggest 60-90 days which seems incorrect for such a price premium and no additional product for reapplication.
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Longer, I've had it on my van over 9 months and its still working. Even though it's about time for a new application, I still believe it's worth the money.
 
What is this "fog" or haze you guys talk about? I have used Rain-X for years on many different vehicles and never had a problem myself. I can't imagine ever driving without it in Florida downpours!

If you guys are running the A/C, is it a meat locker in the car? Sounds like possibly your windshield is condensing momentarily due to the temp/humidity difference after the wiper swipes away the moisture? With Rain-X, you can see how much easier morning dew accumulates.

I know my newer BMW will open up heated defrost vents for the windshield and two front windows as part of the climate control program when it senses rain (ties into auto wiper module on electrical bus). Keeps the windows from fogging up due to a much colder interior temperature and the lovely humid exterior environment when using the A/C. Despite this, I still have never noticed fogging windows because of Rain-X in my older cars and ones with more primitive HVAC systems.

This Aquapel does sound interesting, though. I find that Rain-X isn't effective for more than 2 months or so. But I have never had a problem with that nor it's price ;)! Doesn't hurt to try new things!
 
Thing I hate about rain x is it causes a lot of glare inside the windows at night when you drive under lights, especially the orange light on the highway.
 
I have never noticed any of the problems you guys are mentioning about RainX. I have always used it without any problems. My wipers push water away without any haze, streaks or chatter and I have deinitely never noticed any added glare.

With that said, I have also used Aquapel. There are things I like and dislike. The smell is horrible and with take your breath away if you are too close and it is a little more of a PITA to apply and remove than RainX. Plus, it is one application only for a fairly large price. However, once applied, it does a very nice job of repelling water and easily outlasts RainX for a good while.

Basically, I add Aquapel to my wife's car which gets less attention than my Jeep which I have more time to apply RainX on.
 
Aquapel now Trico View - Awesome Product

Sorry to bump an old thread but I wanted to update this string since its still out there...

Aquapel was bought out by Trico Industries and is now called "Trico View".
 
Re: Aquapel now Trico View - Awesome Product

jeff618 said:
Sorry to bump an old thread but I wanted to update this string since its still out there...

Aquapel was bought out by Trico Industries and is now called "Trico View". If you go to wipers123com, there is a product info page. fyi
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You can also get it at NAPA (at least in Canada) under NAPA logo but it also says Aquapel beside it. It was on sale for $7, reg. price $14.99.
 
Ive been using it for some time now with nice success ...great product.
 
I'm looking at buying some of this. After I clay and restore my windshield I'll most likely use it. Will post pics!
 
robb01 said:
Just put it on all my cars last month, and we've had some rain here the last couple days. I must say this product is better at doing its job than anything I've ever tried. Highly Recommended.
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An Infiniti dealership I used to work sold Aquapel as an 'add on' item. WE sold a lot of it. Still use it on my g/f's windshield. Personally, I use Rain-X-(have since the late 70's.) on ALL my glass-not just the windshield. A good cleaning with glass cleaner and a 4000 steel-wool, then 2 coats of Rain-X all the way around. Coupled with Bosch Icon wiper blades. Still re-apply mid-spring and in late fall. The dealership I currently work for sells a product called Crystal Fusion. Is a glorified Rain-X that still needs a re-application every 6 months. I can buy 5-6 years worth of Rain-X for 2 cars for just the windshield cost on either product. Never had any hazing problem, just a bit of a squeek when new. Figured that out, as well.

cgsniper
 
I've have it on my truck, still working after 10 months.....Awesome stuff IMO....
 
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