Unfortunately I won’t be able to give my own experience as to the long-term longevity of the repair, as the whole windshield is being replaced under insurance this week. However, as a “stop-gap” measure I have been impressed so far by the performance of the Rain-X windshield repair kit. I honestly didn’t think it would work as well as it did, especially considering that I am not a particularly practical person (i.e. I didn’t do a great job at actually completing the repair process) and also that I applied it in a rush in a busy shopping mall carpark. Would I say this is a pro-grade repair? Of course not. But considering the circumstances and what I needed it to do, I really was rather impressed. How Long Does The Repair Last? If you want a repair that's practically undetectable, consider the Permatex Bullseye Windshield Repair Kit. It's specifically designed to correct bullseye-shaped damage as large as one and a quarter inches in diameter. This product is compatible with most laminated glass windshields. One of its best features is its one-component application. No mixing or heat is necessary.

I was driving my Subaru Legacy wagon from the town of Wanaka – where I had been staying to do some skiing – across the Crown Range road (aka “Crown Ranges”). This is a twisty piece of road that effectively provides a shortcut over the mountains that separate Wanaka from Queenstown. It is also the highest piece of road in New Zealand. The Crown Range road route is highlighted in blue – you can see there is a difference of around 40km versus the grey route (1hr 24min) The Crown Range road is notorious for challenging weather conditions in the winter, such as the time this Australian tourist managed to flip their car in a snow storm when heading off the road to fit snow chains:As the resin cures it bonds with the glass and dries in a transparent fashion, meaning that you can see through it like normal glass. In “rip-off New Zealand” we generally pay a lot more money for everything than our American, Australian and British counterparts. If you wait too long, an expensive professional replacement may be the only fix. But if the chip is small and you act promptly, DIY windshield repair kits can save you time and money. These kits are like the Swiss Army knives of automotive care, using epoxy resin to fill, seal and stabilize those pesky chips 1 inch or less in diameter. But here’s the catch, timing is everything. The sooner you act, the better the results.

I’m not sure of the scientific principles behind how the resin works, unfortunately. Is The Rain-X Windshield Repair Kit Easy To Use? What is important to understand is that I did not buy the kit with a view that it would provide my car with a permanent repair. The windscreen specialist in Queenstown where I originally took the car made it abundantly clear that the windscreen will need full replacement, and I have already organised this with my insurance company as my car insurance offers excess-free glass cover. I was a bit nervous about scratching the “healthy” glass with the razor blade (the instructions tell you to be vigorous) but I cannot see any scratches or damage. Keep your shower, windows and glass doors shining and clean with this incredible Rain-X Rain Repellent product. In tests conducted by an American University, better visibility improved drivers’ responses up to a full second or more - helping drivers make better decisions on the road.The excess dried resin comes off in white flakes, which makes a bit of a mess. It took me about 5 minutes to do a thorough job here, as I didn’t want any leftover resin obstructing the view.

Therefore, it’s imperative for drivers to improve their visibility on the roads - and there’s no better way of doing so than with Rain-X Rain Repellent. Through direct testing and research, we evaluate all windshield repair kits based on these weighted metrics: One thing to note is that the kit claims it is good for multiple repairs, and certainly there are enough curing sheets supplied. However, because of the way you have to cut the bottle top off to use it, I don’t think it is all that practical to re-use. Should You Buy This Kit? Apply with a dry cloth and wipe the Rain-X Rain Repellent in a circular, overlapping motion; once you’ve allowed the product to dry, re-apply again and, once the final coat is dry, remove the final layer with a dry cloth or a sprinkling of water. This recently happened to me on a trip to Queenstown, New Zealand (a town famous for its scenery and plethora of ‘adrenaline-junkie’ activities e.g. bungee jumping, skiing/snowboarding, canyon jetboating etc).However, I would imagine that for small repairs – and done correctly – the resin would last a long time.

In the instructions, the manufacturer recommends you hold the blade at a 90 degree angle. However, I found this hard to scrape any excess off with, so instead worked the blade at approximately 45 degrees to the windshield, and used short, fast motions to scrape off the excess residue. Removing the resin residue with the included razor blade Apply curing strips, move windscreen into direct sunlight. Wait and then scrape off any excess resin.

You can also use Rain-X on Shower Doors, or on any glass doors or windows in your home, for more amazing water-beading magic!