Is there a good homemade windshield washer fluid? What do you use to make it?
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I have heard vinegar and water is ok, but never tried it.
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I've heard that the mixture you buy in the store can corrode wax and paint over time. Something to keep in mind. I've also heard that vinegar deteriorates the rubber hoses and rings after a while.
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Washer fluid is too cheap for me to have ever looked at a homemade alternative. In the climate we have here it would be imperative to have a freeze-proof fluid also. I'll stick with commercial fluids. I've never even heard of homemade fluid but have used straight water in the summer.
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Check this out guys http://bromoco.co.uk/oneshot.aspx
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Its small, fits in your glove box. It also has a built in rain repellent so no need for wipers in the rain at speed. And for very few dollars
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For decades, I have done the following with very good results: in winter (ie, when. temp. is in 30's or below) use commercial stuff; when temp. is above 30's: in a gallon container, put 1 quarter cup of ammonia, a few drops of Dawn liquid dish wash detergent, & top off with tap water (add a few drops of blue dye if desired). This costs only pennies, & is very effective.
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