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Old Jul 26, 2005 | 10:00 AM
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I just applied Rain X to the glass roof and mirrors (cleaned with invisible glass first) and i was wondering how long it will last before i have to reapply this stuff. It hasnt been raining lately so hopefully it stays on longer. The glass feels soo smooth after applying Rain X
Old Jul 26, 2005 | 12:35 PM
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You should expect several weeks. Whenever the water doesn't bead up as much, reapply.
Old Jul 26, 2005 | 01:55 PM
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^^^^^ What he said.

It really depends on how often you use your wiper fluid and/or
wipe down your windows with cleaner.

I redo mine every 2 weeks.

They do make Rain-X wiper fluid that coats the windshield as
you use it, but I find it stains your paint...so I ditched it.
Old Aug 3, 2005 | 03:34 PM
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1.5 week, 1 week during dusty/pollen season due to window washing fluid, but after i use up all my old fluid (2 gallons left, got it in bulk)i will start getting rainx windshield wiper fluid, and hopefully that'll eliminate that 1-1.5 week time frame
Old Aug 3, 2005 | 04:28 PM
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a couple of weeks, like everyone else said...BUT if you buy the rain-x wiper fluid it is formulated to help it last longer. Also if you do a double coating initially it will work better.
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