it seems that an application doesn't last as long as it used to. BMW 3-Series and 4-Series Forum (F30 / F32) | F30POST, Cosmetic Maintenance: Wash, Wax, Detailing, Repairs. Copyright 2021, 5thGenRams.com All Rights Reserved. Something went wrong. Reviewed in the United States on October 10, 2016. I want to do a DIY on one of my other vehicles but I dont know if I have the right product since the cheapest one I see from Griot is $20. This stuff helps a lot! will it replace glass coating like rain x etc? It might be similar but I'd assume superior as beating rain-x is a low standard to exceed. Between then and now there's been snow, rain, sleet, and a fair amount of tree gunk. When we were to close behind a semi truck it would act a little funny with the wind being broken up in front of us but the product still held out fantastically! So your wipers don't wipe it off like RainX. Immediately apply a little more sealant to your towel and apply a second coat vertically to the entire windshield (you are cross hatching). In fact, I can get away from even using the wipers at speeds of 60 or above. This stuff works wonders, I am a huge fan. Personalize your cover - add logo and embroidery! I used Aquapel on all my windows and have no major issues with the windshield wiper "chatter" that has been reported. Don't apply too much of the product on the microfiber applicator as it is easy to go through the bottle quickly. Product works really well. Read More >, At Griot's Garage, we want you as a customer for life.

Uggg. Reviewed in the United States on September 18, 2019. Thanks for joining us! Consider becoming a Supporting Member of Tesla Motors Club. To start off with, yes, I've used the search feature. Current slide {CURRENT_SLIDE} of {TOTAL_SLIDES}- Top picked items. I have one of those nearby that's just high-pressure blasts all the way around the car, but its expensive compared to the Moo-Moo unlimited wash monthly pass that I've been using with cars less cared about than my on-order 1500. Opened it up today and it smell just like rain x. You are using an out of date browser. Look forward to seeing how long it lasts! Love not using my wipers when on the freeway! It may not display this or other websites correctly. I personally couldnt even tell it was raining until the glow of headlights coming the opposite way hit our windshield. I also have used and liked RainX for 20+ years.

Additional perks are available depending on the level of contribution. Also check out the G70s sibling, the Kia Stinger, the Kia Telluride or Hyundai Palisade for insight into the Genesis full-size SUV, or our Buick forum. Question for those that have had Ceramic done professionally and do it yourselfer's, I have my summer car with Ceramic coated and paint corrected, but I was told never run it thru a car wash. See all details for Griot's Garage 11033 Glass Sealant, 8 oz. Rain-x might not last significant longer but it is much easier to work with. ____________________________________________. Cue the 27 posts of speculation but no definitive answers now. This is the price (excluding shipping and handling fees) a seller has provided at which the same item, or one that is nearly identical to it, is being offered for sale or has been offered for sale in the recent past. Followed instructions precisely and was disappointed to see steam buildup and the fact the we still need to squeegee the glass shower door after each use. Read More >. For as little as $1.67 per month, you can help us to keep helping you. As far as rainx, I will go through half of a little squeeze bottle (not the trigger spray bottle) doing a full job on the genny (I do the whole car twice). All rights reserved. Reviewed in the United States on July 7, 2019. Or, Griots paid Rain-X for the formulation. Do you value your experience at TMC? Same with the Sealant.

The windshield sealant works pretty good although its not much different than rainx or the other quality sealants. This product rates up there with the best.

Quite a lot over the years. I clean the windshield at least once a week so the longevity of the coating doesnt really matter. This sealant has protected my windshield through it all with nothing more than a quick squirt of washer fluid and a few strokes of the wipers. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. After the second application wait another 5-10 minutes and then buff off the hazed sealant with a clean microfiber cloth. You didn't follow directions. Looking to update and upgrade your Genesis luxury sport automobile? Current slide {CURRENT_SLIDE} of {TOTAL_SLIDES}- Save on Other Car & Truck Parts & Accessories, Current slide {CURRENT_SLIDE} of {TOTAL_SLIDES}- You may also like, {"modules":["unloadOptimization","bandwidthDetection"],"unloadOptimization":{"browsers":{"Firefox":true,"Chrome":true}},"bandwidthDetection":{"url":"https://ir.ebaystatic.com/cr/v/c1/thirtysevens.jpg","maxViews":4,"imgSize":37,"expiry":300000,"timeout":250}}. JavaScript is disabled. 18 wheelers to the left and right kicking up even more water than what was falling down, but literally the whole time we did not need windshield wipers! I also have aquapel on all my windows. We are not affiliated with Stellantis in any way and make no claim regarding the accuracy of the information presented on this site. I use Rain-X on all the top glass (windshield, roof, rear), applying it monthly during the rainy season. Has anyone here applied ceramic coating to their windshield/other windows? Copyright 2006-2022 Tesla Motors Club LLC. So is it just rebranded rain x? I've had mixed results with rain x. An extra heavy rain usually doesn't last long. It's easy to apply if you read the instructions. Reviewed in the United States on August 13, 2020, I put this product on my mother-in-laws car for our trip back home. I typically apply once every few months and clean with a ceramic glass cleaner. Phenomenal product. What did you buy for $5? You are using an out of date browser. I applied two coats of Griot's glass sealant and have been maintaining with their ceramic glass cleaner.

I did the whole process and when the rain falls, it's as if a laser is shooting every last droplet off the windshield. Top subscription boxes right to your door, 1996-2022, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. This is the best glass sealant I have used thus far on the marketit is better that h2go and invisible glass with rain repellent, but please follow the directions to the nines for superior results. Was in Tacoma yesterday so I stopped by the griots and picked up a bottle of the glass sealant to try out. I can honestly say that I can drive in the worst rainstorms at freeway speed and not need wipers. Here is my process and it works well and lasts 4-6 months: apply a liberal amount of Griot's sealant to a clean microfiber towel and wipe it horizontally across the windshield until the whole windshield is covered. I just used the ret of my rainx spray bottle and I'm not buying another one it's a pain to put on vs NuFinish. You must log in or register to reply here. I use aquapel and rarely are wipers required when traveling at highway speeds. My absolute favorite is Glass Science Rain Clear. In in the Autoglass business and have plenty of samples sent to me. Current slide {CURRENT_SLIDE} of {TOTAL_SLIDES}- Best Selling in Other Car & Truck Parts & Accessories. Never had a problem with wiper chatter. As a thank you for your contribution, you'll get nearly no ads in the Community and Groups sections. Apply 2 coats and buff off. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. I can only assume it's the chemistry in each bottle.

Reviewed in the United States on May 1, 2020. Arizona has really hard water and even though we use a squeegee its hard to prevent water spots. If you're not already a member, please take a moment to sign up! If you are having problemsbuffing the sealant you can lightl dampen your towel and it will make the buffing process much easier. Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. when using rain x in the past i would use spray way to clean off the haze and it worked on this also. CarPro ceri glass is great with some reylon pads.

I can tell you that in Switzerland it lasts 12 months for me and we get plenty of rain and snow here. How much did it cost?

Overall works great, easy to apply, takes a little to get used to when wiping it off to get zero haze but does buff off easy. I've done a little searching and it looks like ceramic coating may be a viable option to bead up rainwater. Good stuff, but it seems that an application doesn't last as long as it used to. I prepped my glass with meguiars m205 after claying to ensure the surface was flawless, then applied per the directions.AWESOME SAUSE!!!!!!!! I applied the sealant to my new truck on one of the warmer days in March and I'm still getting great water shedding effects heading into May. The trick to making this work is a clean windshield (I mean really clean your windshield 2-3 times with a quality glass cleaner) and proper application. JavaScript is disabled. Very few products I will say are head and shoulders above all their competition as there's a LOT of competition in the detailing product world, but that stuff right there can't be beat for price, effectiveness, and ease of application. Adam's also has a glass sealant that is impressive (compared to Rain-X, which I've used for decades). C'mon man. will see how long it last now that the rainy season is upon the PNW, Go back and talk to the people at Griots. If you use a buffer go easy as you don?t want to overheat the glass. I have no problem with rainx, but does anyone have experience with both that may be able to verify which lasts longer and how much of the sealant has to be used vs rainx. You must log in or register to reply here. Wash and dry the window, then Clay bar the glass with the synthetic clay bar, followed by the glass polish (applied with a random orbital and felt pads), THEN incomes the glass sealant.

Trending price is based on prices over last 90 days. Used this product on my shower door ( before I tried it on my windshield ) The only coating on it would be one you added.

Even on almost brand new and properly prepped (cleaned and clayed) glass. There are some posts that have hinted at swapping wiper blades to aftermarket, or cleaning the stock blades really good. I'm about 3 months in and it works as well as the day I applied it. Look no further than right here in our own forum store - where orders are shipped immediately! On paint, trim, lights, glass etc. This is not knowable, at least by this crowd. Copyright 1995-2022 eBay Inc. All Rights Reserved. Hyundai Genesis Sedan Forums - 3.8 V6, 4.6 V8, 5.0, Where do you buy accessories for your Genesis? We use this on our shower door - it lasts for a good month before I have to reapply. Please make sure that you are posting in the form of a question. Super easy and now this stuff has been on my windshield for a few months and I seriously almost never use my wipers in the rain anymore. Reviewed in the United States on July 9, 2022. It may not display this or other websites correctly. Not bad. The whole point was to not do that after every shower. https://www.amazon.com/Nu-Finish-Liquid-Car-Polish/dp/B000BPSW7C. Ended up getting a quote for ceramic coating all the windows and pano roof. Please visit the Account Upgrades page for more details. Its a PITA to apply/remove and despite excellent initial beading the longevity is garage. my bottle of rain x was out anyways and just wanted to try something new. I prefer Aquapel, but beware tons of fake on amazon extremely common*even the sold/fulfilled by amazon and ebay(common but way better than amazon) Anyone have any luck, and if so what blades did you use? I use Aquapel. If you have any questions related to the pricing and/or discount offered in a particular listing, please contact the seller for that listing. Lasts about a year and then do another treatment. Your recently viewed items and featured recommendations, Select the department you want to search in, Reviewed in the United States on May 3, 2016. Sometimes it's amazing, sometimes it's gone in a day. Receive Griots catalogs delivered to your door. Once the product is dry you need to apply a second application in the exact same manner you did the first (cross hathching). is this AquaPel worth the extra $$$$? For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Better than rain x and easier to apply/remove. The directions are super simple: 1) Clean the windshield, actually clean it well 2) apply 2 coats as directed and then buff off. HMS.

If you just slap this stuff onto your schmack crusted windshield, you won't get the results you're looking for. It allows the water to shed really well. When I was towel drying the windshield it did have a notable effective on longevity. Don't leave it on too long or some areas may have a hazyness to it which you then just reapply to the area and quickly wipe off. This is on my 110k miles F150 which sits outside 24/7, though it also never sees automatic car washes and gets squeegee dried windows. Use just enough to wipe on surface. No more watermarks or buildup and the water runs off the glass doors like magnetic opposites. It's easy to remove as well. That would be one way to quickly lose your reputation and that has happened in the past. While I like Griots for a lot of things, they are a boutique seller, so one has to be selective about what works and what doesn't and what is a $20 version of a perfectly fine $5 AutoZOne off the shelf option. Can I use quick detailer to clean off dried up rain water. This sealant dramatically increases your wet weather visibility making for a safer and much less stressful driving experience. During my stint out in North Carolina it has rained almost weekly for the last 15 months. You really need to follow the process with this product. I think it lasts longer than Rain-X. Make sure to prepare the surface with a clay bar to give the product a better chance of really bonding to the surface. But the more you use your wipers the more it wears off. try to take the smallest whiff possible, if it feels like your nose is about to melt off your face its the real stuff. Our members have made this the greatest Genesis community online! I think a lot of people have tried this type of glass sealer / rain repellant at some point so I'll stick to a few key notes. Disabling it will result in some disabled or missing features. Discuss Tesla's Model S, Model 3, Model X, Model Y, Cybertruck, Roadster and More. Very unimpressed with Griot's Glass Sealant. Register a free account today to become a member! I did put the two coats on and let each coat sit about 30 minutes or so before wiping off, then I let the windshield sit for at least about two hours before getting it wet with a cup of water, Reviewed in the United States on December 11, 2020. item 1 Griots Garage 11033 Glass Sealant for Remove Ice, Salt, Frost, & Bug Jerky, 8 Oz. Call me lazy, but I just use the Rain-x washer fluid. Did you apply it yourself? On a Shower Door as well as your Car, Reviewed in the United States on March 27, 2022. Note, they mention it lasts 6 months. I find the benefit of having the coating on my windshield far outweighs any rare occasion where the wipers "chatter". it's been my experience that when the rain comes down so hard the fast speed on the wipers won't handle it, your visibility goes down too and it's time to pull over. Most orders over $69 ship free! We want you to have fun in your garage, so we're going to make it easy. Now you need to let the product dry for 5-20 minutes. How long did it last? When the windscreen was replaced I used a coat of collinite 476 wax and it worked a treat for a few momths. Ceramic window cleaner . welcome to the fastmodz ebay store Customize, Modify, Upgrade, Repair, Replace Visit Our eBay Store All Items See our eBay store for more great items >> Shop CategoriesOtherAutomotiveGaugesExhaustBrakesAccessoriesWheels & TiresCoolingDrivetrainElectronicsEngineExteriorFluidsForced InductionFuel & IgnitionSafety & ApparelIntakeInteriorSuspension Griots Garage 11033 Glass Sealant - 8oz Item Description Griots Garage 11033 - Griots Garage Glass Sealant - 8oz Manufacturer Griots Garage Part Number 11033 Ship Weight Lbs 1.0000 Helpful Links Add to Favorite Sellers Sign up to Newsletter View Feedback Contact Seller Visit seller's eBay Shop About Seller Page About Us About Us Payment & Taxes Shipping Returns Contact Us About Us Since 2007 Fastmodz has specialized in the distribution of aftermarket automoti. Lasts pretty long and is super easy to put on. Pretty good for about $5. When applied properly to a clean vehicle, the water beads right off every surface for weeks-months depending on how often you use your car and in what conditions.