steel wool to clean windshield ?

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Is it good idea to use steel wool to clean windshield?

would steel wool remove dirt?
 
So it will work, but it's NOT a good idea. Steel wool will cause scratches. Even if you use plenty of lube they will probably still be there, you just won't see them (if your lucky). Use a glass polish and a DA. Much safer.

I also use a razor blade with clay lube. Make sure it's a fresh blade. Then clay it. You'll get the majority of contaminants off.

I was always taught no steel wool on windshield. You'll see the hacks at the used car lot doing this all the time.
 
I Personally wouldn't do it. What are you trying to do?

If your just looking to clean for that extra clean.... then why don't use wash/clay/polish/seal. Or get a dedicated glass polish and glass sealant.
 
arkus said:
0000 grade is fine on glass
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This is correct!

When I tint windows I will scrub the rear glass with 0000 steel wool and/or the Blue or White 3m scotch brite pads.
 
From Mike himself...

http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum...ng-0000-steel-wool-windshield.html#post942817

Mike.Phillips@Autogeek said:
Count me on the "don't use steel wool on glass" gang...


I don't use steel wool on glass, never have and never recommend it.


I know there are a lot of guys and even detailers that recommend it but steel scratches glass. Just because you cannot visually see the scratches doesn't mean they are not there.

Plus there are a lot of glass polishes available that are safe, no risks at all.

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I have to totally agree with that quote above from Mike Phillips. There's just no good reason to do it (even if it seems like it works).
 
where do I get this razor you mention?
 
I bot some plastic razor blades from AG recently. Just to have some in case. Haven't tried them yet. EZ-grip on AG's front product page.
 
I haven't had any adverse affects from using 0000 steel wool. I have also used razor blades with a window cleaner.
IF you use 0000 steel wool, PLEASE be sure it's on a dry window and use nothing that would be wet.
 
shagnat said:
I haven't had any adverse affects from using 0000 steel wool. I have also used razor blades with a window cleaner.
IF you use 0000 steel wool, PLEASE be sure it's on a dry window and use nothing that would be wet.
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Hi, could you please explain why use steel wool on a dry window? I've used it for years, but like clay, I use a lubricant with the steel wool so you aren't tempted to rub harder and it allows the steel wool to just glide lightly over the glass.
 
Some FYI, I've used 0000 steel wool to clean the plastic chrome pieces of my front grill and never created any scratches.
 
expdetailing said:
Some FYI, I've used 0000 steel wool to clean the plastic chrome pieces of my front grill and never created any scratches.
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That sounds a bit risky. Glad you didn't see any scratching.

To the thread: I would think if steel wool would scratch that metal razor blades would too.
 
I find that believing that I'm anywhere close to
comprehending why anyone would use steel-wool
anywhere near: any part, of any vehicle...
to be utterly inappropriate!!


Bob
 
Used 4 0 steel wool with paste metal polish for heavily tarnished
or pitted tailpipes or engine blocks without issues but haven't with glass.
 
FUNX650 said:
I find that believing that I'm anywhere close to
comprehending why anyone would use steel-wool
anywhere near: any part, of any vehicle...
to be utterly inappropriate!!


Bob
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If you've ever ridden a motorcycle, especially on a highway, you feel like you're getting sandblasted by road debris. You just constantly feel the pebbles and rocks hitting you (or your car, especially the windshield). I've found that 0000 steel wool ONLY is great for getting gunk and schmuck of windshields. It just works. I've used it on my Harley chrome for years and I have a very discriminating eye. It doesn't scratch it. To each his own, I guess. :props:
 
WaxMaster1 said:
Hi, could you please explain why use steel wool on a dry window? I've used it for years, but like clay, I use a lubricant with the steel wool so you aren't tempted to rub harder and it allows the steel wool to just glide lightly over the glass.
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Because it will cause the steel wool to rust.......... don't believe otherwise.
 
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