Cleaning rear window in convertible

[Nosticks]

Today I cleaned the rear window in my convertible. First time since new. After making sure I had everything I needed with me, I squeezed my 6' tall 220 lb. frame in the back seat. When finished, I thought i would need to call fire rescue to pry my ass out. I had put this task off long enough and am not looking toward the next time.

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[Coosawjack]

LOL Nosticks.........I have had the same experience but it certainly is not as bad in a Vert as it is in a coupe.........I sold my 2014 car since I could never clean the huge back window...always looked terrible!!

In my convertible I use an extendable cleaner I got from Amazon....you can actually clean from outside with windows down!!

 

[RLE55]

I've used the Invisible Glass extended wand for years, using a few different glass cleaners. It helps a lot.

 

[samson]

Ha that's funny. Yeah I think us convertible folks have it a lot better than the coupe owners at least.

 

[Nosticks]

Thanks for the replies. I'll look into an extender.

 

[Coosawjack]

BTW.......I'm old and get cramps easily.........gettin' stuck in the back seat with cramps added to my "Convertible Decision"!!

Good Luck Nosticks!!

 

[Instant Action]

I've used the Invisible Glass extended wand for years, using a few different glass cleaners. It helps a lot.

How does the IG wand work for getting down to the bottom of the windshield and in those tight side corners? I was just out cleaning my windows and had a hard time just getting to those places which now look smeared.

 

[Vapor Blue GT]

We definitely have more room back there but it isn’t much. Thankfully the window only needs cleaned every few months for me

 

[RLE55]

How does the IG wand work for getting down to the bottom of the windshield and in those tight side corners? I was just out cleaning my windows and had a hard time just getting to those places which now look smeared.

The IG wand and the pads have limits. I use the pointed end of the pad plate to get into the corners and sides where the glass meets the frame the best I can. In most cases its good enough for my taste. Back in the days when I was doing MCA Car Shows, I would crawl all over the inside of the cars to get to the littlest of spots. Those judges were picky.

 

[MrSantos]

Did the same with my own convertible—squeezing in was a workout, and getting out felt impossible. Made it easier using some gentle sprays and wipes I found from Mustang Hygiene—kept the glass clean without making it slippery or sticky.

 

[Decio]

I am all about saving money, but this thread reminds me why I get my cars professionally detailed. I'd have back spasms for days trying to contort myself into the backseat. I'm good with a sweatshirt and a lower thermostat and no cable TV if it offsets details (and lawn maintenance).

 

[LouG]

The coupe is a right pain everywhere. I'm glad I used to do yoga

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