Fogging Car Windows
Feb 5, 2024 10:07:23 #
I see so many "hacks" like this, but they seldom work. You can try it and see if it works for you. (The Family Handyman) Rain-X Anti-Fog works for me. I spray a bit on a rag and rub it on the windshield.
Take your sock and place the roll of tape at the top of the tube and push it in so that the center of the roll makes the cuff of the sock plenty wide. (You can also stuff the roll inside the sock and fold the cuff over—whatever makes it easiest to pour in the litter.) Take your kitty litter and fill the sock up to about where your ankle would begin, remove the tape roll, and tie it off tight at that point. If you prefer, you can stuff the whole thing into a second sock for extra strength.
Now that you have your “litter bomb,” place it on your dashboard every time you park and leave your car. Your fog problems will be a thing of the past.
If executed correctly, this hack will make sure that there isn’t any fog in your car in the first place. If you accidentally bring it in the house, don’t sweat it, as you can run the litter-filled sock along the windshield to get better results than your hand or a hand towel. But for the best results, try to keep it in the car so that you remember to use it.
Take your sock and place the roll of tape at the top of the tube and push it in so that the center of the roll makes the cuff of the sock plenty wide. (You can also stuff the roll inside the sock and fold the cuff over—whatever makes it easiest to pour in the litter.) Take your kitty litter and fill the sock up to about where your ankle would begin, remove the tape roll, and tie it off tight at that point. If you prefer, you can stuff the whole thing into a second sock for extra strength.
Now that you have your “litter bomb,” place it on your dashboard every time you park and leave your car. Your fog problems will be a thing of the past.
If executed correctly, this hack will make sure that there isn’t any fog in your car in the first place. If you accidentally bring it in the house, don’t sweat it, as you can run the litter-filled sock along the windshield to get better results than your hand or a hand towel. But for the best results, try to keep it in the car so that you remember to use it.
Feb 5, 2024 10:56:04 #
Defrost mode (air on windshield) with A/C defogs the windshield nicely.
Feb 5, 2024 11:51:23 #
Longshadow wrote:
Defrost mode (air on windshield) with A/C defogs the windshield nicely.
If you are not driving an ancient VW Bug follow the above advice
Feb 5, 2024 15:26:47 #
lenben
Loc: Seattle
jerryc41 wrote:
I see so many "hacks" like this, but the... (show quote)
Should we use new or used kitty litter??
Feb 5, 2024 21:43:47 #
RiJoRi
Loc: Sandy Ridge, NC
lenben wrote:
Should we use new or used kitty litter??
Used! It cuts down the number of people asking for a ride! 🤔 🙀
Feb 6, 2024 08:18:09 #
Longshadow wrote:
Defrost mode (air on windshield) with A/C defogs the windshield nicely.
I prefer instant.
Feb 6, 2024 15:07:28 #
I've always wondered why they don't put the defrosting wires in the windshield. They work great on the rear window. They don't block your view any more than the inspection stickers and parking permits.
My Prius could use them. Driving in an active snowstorm needs all the heat I can get on the windshield. Running the heater up to 85 and running the defrost fan full blast doesn't always keep the windshield clean. There's not enough heat coming out of the engine in the front to help. The windshield wipers collect ice. I have to stop occasionally and slap the wipers on the windshield to get the ice off. That's a real pain when travelling on the interstate.
My Prius could use them. Driving in an active snowstorm needs all the heat I can get on the windshield. Running the heater up to 85 and running the defrost fan full blast doesn't always keep the windshield clean. There's not enough heat coming out of the engine in the front to help. The windshield wipers collect ice. I have to stop occasionally and slap the wipers on the windshield to get the ice off. That's a real pain when travelling on the interstate.
Feb 6, 2024 15:38:53 #
DirtFarmer wrote:
I've always wondered why they don't put the defros... (show quote)
If you see a car with what looks like a reddish windshield, that's the de-icing/de-fogging system.
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