Help me find Rain X Alternative

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I really enjoy the Rain X product. The only thing I hate about it that it has to be applied often.


I'm Looking for a product that beads like Rain-x when applied the first week and last as long as aquapel or longer.

also price is another factory as well. Like something reasonable... $50 bucks is out of the question.. thanks
 
You hate that you have to apply it so often is the key.. You will need to go to some type of coating PBL, opti glass, flyby 30 (not as long lasting as the other 2 from what I've seen), gtechniq..
 
 
I tried Opti-Glass coating only, beading is great after one month and It's supposed to last for a year or so..
I applied it to all glass including panoramic sun roof, it's expensive but should do 4 or 5 cars (all glass) or 20 windshields.. One thing I didn't like is the yellow foam applicator, I think CQ applicator block with MF suede cloth would be much better
 
What's wrong with RainX?

It's them everyone is trying to duplicate
 
I know this isn't long lasting but so easy to use.
Duragloss Auqawax 951. spray sealant really.

After I clean my windshield I mist a little AW on the glass and wipe then buff, takes me 30 seconds.
It last a couple of weeks.

Now one other product I find holds up long on glass is the Griot's Paint Sealant.
Not sure why but on glass it last longer than my other sealants.
Same deal, easy to apply and remove.
Once sealed just maintain with the AW and you'll be one happy dude:)
 
I use Griots Glass Sealant on my windows.

-clean window
-clay it
- apply Griots window sealant
- let haze
-wipe off with a microfiber towel

Last's approx. 3 months depending how often it rains/you wash your car.

Works just like RainX but better.
 
CarPro's Flyby 30 is an outstanding product, and durability is great!
 
I wax my windshield.
On maintenance washes, I use spray wax.

Yes, there is some chattering but it really doesn't bother me much since I don't use the wipers often.
 
Anything that seals paint (and creates a bead) will do the same for glass. A spray sealant should do the trick and can be reapplied as often as desired.
 
How is AquaPel??? I found this stuff on clearance for about $2.17 . Figure I practice with something cheep incase I mess up..
 
I've used it before, not too bad. Similar to rain-x.

Doesn't last very long IMO
 
goldenlight said:
How is AquaPel??? I found this stuff on clearance for about $2.17 . Figure I practice with something cheep incase I mess up..
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I use aquapel on my cars and I find it to be an excellent product. I even use it on a picture window on house once a year. Its fairly easy to use if you follow directions. Reminds me of rain-x on steroids.

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goldenlight said:
How is AquaPel??? I found this stuff on clearance for about $2.17 . Figure I practice with something cheep incase I mess up..
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AquaPel is an AWESOME product and at $2.17 it's a steal!!! At that price pick up as many as you can. Works great and durability is about 6 months. Be sure to wipe it off immediately after application, otherwise it can be a bit tougher to wipe off.






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I have yet to find anything that is as inexpensive and as easy to apply as RainX. Its always lasted long enough for me. If you have an issue, use the RainX windsheild washer fluid and that will act as a booster and keep the RainX working well.
 
Radarryan said:
GTechniq G1. I used it and it works great. Todd Helme applied it and commented 15 months later that it was still beading like a champ.



Seal your glass for up to 30k miles with Gtechniq G1! - Autopia Forums - Auto Detailing & Car Care Discussion Forum



Gtechniq G1 Clear Vision Smart Glass $17.99 before discounts.



Another option is GTechniq G5.



Gtechniq Glass Repellent Throwdown! G1 ClearVision Smart Glass vs G5 Water Repellent Coating - Autopia Forums - Auto Detailing & Car Care Discussion Forum



GTechniq G5 Water Repellent Coating 100 ml. $24.99 before discounts.
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I've been wanting to try this. I have to use up all of my carpro flyby 30 first.
 
I use glass cleaner with RR in it.
Specifically the Duragloss and Pinnacle brands. They last long enough for me to wash the car again and re-clean the windows.
 
FlyBy30 is pretty good but Opti-Glass is great.

Also CarPro Reload works great on glass but the longevity isn't that great. But it's stupid easy to apply after a wash.
 
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