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Old May 29, 2011 | 11:07 AM
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Does anyone use RAIN X on their helmet visors & windshield? Got caught in the rain yesterday, and I am thinking about using it on my helmet & windshield.
 
Old May 29, 2011 | 11:10 AM
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I use S100 on my shields, never trusted RainX for some reason
Wax helps remove bugs after a couple of applications
 
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rain-x is not for use on plastics. read the label. i think a few years back there was a rain-x that was safe, but i haven't seen it in years.

it may not happen right away, but it will cause your shield to yellow and get brittle.
 
Old May 29, 2011 | 12:20 PM
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Originally Posted by skratch
rain-x is not for use on plastics. read the label. i think a few years back there was a rain-x that was safe, but i haven't seen it in years.

it may not happen right away, but it will cause your shield to yellow and get brittle.
Rain-x will destroy plastic...for use on glass only.
 
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As stated above, Rain-X will destroy plastic. A better solution is Novus or Plexus, which can be used on windshields and helmet visors.
 
Old May 29, 2011 | 03:13 PM
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I use what HD recommends.
 
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I put rain-x on my shield and windshield last week. It did not hurt either one.
 

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I put rain-x on my shield and windshield last week. It did not hurt either one.
Keep doing it will regret it .. Didn't have no Forums to warn me when I first found out what rain x does to a MoCo Shield they even come new with warning labels on the shield .. As most aftermarket shields do as well ..
 
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Originally Posted by SC_Compact
I put rain-x on my shield and windshield last week. It did not hurt either one.
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From my understanding it does not melt on contact like the wicked witch of the west... it takes some time to work in its damage. Let us know in a couple months.
 
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I use turtle wax ICE,,,I put it on everything,,windshield, sunglasses,,paint ,chrome, rubber, plastic,,,chit is great,,,
 



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