DodgerFan Report post Posted August 4, 2009 Anybody with a FFH (or 2010 Fusion) having issue with the wipers bouncing, and not gliding smoothly in rain? I checked the blades and they seem pliable, although they seem to bend better in one direction than the other. The bounce is much more intense in one direction, and got pretty violent in the last big rain storm. I did put Rain-X on the windows right after I got the car home. I wonder if it is doing something? I have always used Rain-X as it seemed to help things on my old Accord. Only had the car for a few days, but love it so far! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jamooche Report post Posted August 4, 2009 Anybody with a FFH (or 2010 Fusion) having issue with the wipers bouncing, and not gliding smoothly in rain? I checked the blades and they seem pliable, although they seem to bend better in one direction than the other. The bounce is much more intense in one direction, and got pretty violent in the last big rain storm. I did put Rain-X on the windows right after I got the car home. I wonder if it is doing something? I have always used Rain-X as it seemed to help things on my old Accord. Only had the car for a few days, but love it so far! It's the Rain-X. My wipers were working perfectly until I put Rain-X on. It's worn off a bit now, so it's stopped bouncing. Thus I will only use Rain-X on the rear window only. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lrymal Report post Posted August 4, 2009 I did put Rain-X on the windows right after I got the car home. I wonder if it is doing something? I have always used Rain-X as it seemed to help things on my old Accord.Yup, definitely the Rain-X, or at least that has been my experience with past vehicles. Go to an auto-parts store, Wal-Mart, etc., and purchase Stoner's Invisible Glass. This stuff is great in keeping oils, waxes, and other mess off the glass. Cleans the glass wonderfully. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
smr2112 Report post Posted August 4, 2009 Speaking of wipers, had anybody swapped to another brand? I have used similar to these on a pastcar and love them. Stoners is a great product and that also make a spray product with rain repellentin it - which I also have used, just not on the FFH yet. Very easy to use. These are the top rated from consumer reports http://www.amazon.com/Valeo-900-24-1B-Ulti...;qid=1249401750 Stoners - excellent product http://www.properautocare.com/stinglwirare.html Front wipers on the FFH are 24"/19" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DodgerFan Report post Posted August 4, 2009 Yup, definitely the Rain-X, or at least that has been my experience with past vehicles. Go to an auto-parts store, Wal-Mart, etc., and purchase Stoner's Invisible Glass. This stuff is great in keeping oils, waxes, and other mess off the glass. Cleans the glass wonderfully. Thanks for all the input. Any ideas on how to remove the Rain-X? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
smr2112 Report post Posted August 4, 2009 Thanks for all the input. Any ideas on how to remove the Rain-X? Very hard to do, you basically have to let it wear off. Rubbing alcohol helps alot.But something like lighter fluid (naptha) will break the bond to the windshield. Usevery sparingly when you apply. Goof off, something similar. Test a small area inthe corner. Wash it good when done, may have to do it several times. Use at your on discretion! I am not sure this will not etch or haze you window (Ihighly doubt it) - but will damage your paint if not careful. Whatever you do, don't use anything every a little abrasive. I've put that type stuff on several times and it's great when it rains, but the rest of thetime, I regret it. http://www.goof-off.com/ -- great stuff Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lrymal Report post Posted August 4, 2009 Thanks for all the input. Any ideas on how to remove the Rain-X?As mentioned in my message, use Stoner's Invisible Glass. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites