Dirty rear window

[SailDesign]

Originally Posted by Kioshi

Lol...i wonder about the people ''driving'' in america...more and more.

Like most have said, a spoiler helps but doesn't eliminate. If you wipe it down w/a rag twice a week, it'll stay clean throughout the year.

If you also arch your rear wiper at a 115-125 degree angle, it will TREMENDOUSLY help not collecting dirt/dust.

I love the Californicators who cannot understand that some states have snow, and ice, and grit, and salt. "Wipe it down with a rag twice a week..." Yup! And buy a new window every month.

But seriously, Yes, the Yaris gets a dirty back window, and the only cure is cleaning it. I do every time I fill the tank, since most gas stations have a "cleaning station" for windows around here.

[MadMax]

Originally Posted by bairjo

In my mind, a reply like this does not contribute to the spirit of the purpose of the forum. It will only discourage others from posting. Threads created for one issue, lame as they my seem to others, may spark an idea or thought for another. I am just a newbe on this forum but with posts like that, I may reconsider spending my time reading other sources for information.

Seriously? You think "my car gets dirty, what do I do?" is a compelling mystery that needs to be solved via this forum? If someone’s knowledge level is so minimal, then maybe they do need to spend time on another forum before joining this one; ones that solve such dilemmas as “how do I unlock my door” and “which way is left?”

To the OP, maybe a little RainX will help; but if the road is that bad than I think you’re SOL. The problem isn’t anything unique to the Yaris, I am sure every vehicle that uses that kind of road is going to have a tough time keeping the rear window clean. I have a bud who lives about three miles down a clay/dirt road, and I went by his place one day after it rained. It took me weeks before I got my Jeep clean again (had I been in my Yaris I would’ve been crying). It just an unfortunate situation for you, and my advice remains to either move if you can, or learn to put up with the dirt. Maybe a heavy-duty wiper would help, or the “straight up wiper” mod, but I think you’re just going to have to live with it…

Cheers! M2

[STC]

Originally Posted by nemelek

I suffer with splash back when the snow melts or the roads are wet.

Me too!

Cheers!

[henry33]

I have the same problem.
would you think that splash guard will help ?

[tk-421]

Originally Posted by MadMax

Seriously? You think "my car gets dirty, what do I do?" is a compelling mystery that needs to be solved via this forum? If someone’s knowledge level is so minimal, then maybe they do need to spend time on another forum before joining this one; ones that solve such dilemmas as “how do I unlock my door” and “which way is left?”

There's nothing wrong with asking ANY kind of relevant question about the Yaris. That's what a Yaris forum is about, after all...

[SailDesign]

Originally Posted by cali yaris

^ Read the post before yours, posted by a Mod - then STFU.

You know you've been on FB too long when you look around for a "Like" button, and there isn't one.

[Kioshi]

Originally Posted by SailDesign

I love the Californicators who cannot understand that some states have snow, and ice, and grit, and salt. "Wipe it down with a rag twice a week..." Yup! And buy a new window every month.

Hahaha its such nice weather here, that we tend to forget what you folks go through every year. My fault, your still coo in my book, Sail.

@ madmax - wow, i didnt even know someone posted a diy on it.
I literally fiddled around with it...with my badly wounded index finger trying to reposition the gears.

Thanks.

This thread amuses me...like the ''yaris in japanese'' thread...

[SailDesign]

Originally Posted by Kioshi

Hahaha its such nice weather here, that we tend to forget what you folks go through every year. My fault, your still coo in my book, Sail.

@ madmax - wow, i didnt even know someone posted a diy on it.
I literally fiddled around with it...with my badly wounded index finger trying to reposition the gears.

Thanks.

This thread amuses me...like the ''yaris in japanese'' thread...

You, too, Kioshi.
Yup! We get all the cr@ppy weather. AND too much heat in the summer (for us)
Every time I see someone in the "sunny states" say "lower it!", I wonder if they have ever tried driving a Yaris through 12" of snow.... Hence, no lowering here,and snow tires. Can't wait to get back on summers again. ;-)

[MadMax]

71°F and sunny here, homies!

[41magmag41]

Originally Posted by tk-421

There's nothing wrong with asking ANY kind of relevant question about the Yaris. That's what a Yaris forum is about, after all...

funny how posts just disappear

[tk-421]

Yeah... It's called moderating. It happens when ppl post things that the mod doesn't approve of. We also ban members too, in case you didn't know that either.

[Bluevitz-rs]

Originally Posted by tk-421

Yeah... It's called moderating. It happens when ppl post things that the mod doesn't approve of. We also ban members too, in case you didn't know that either.

[Astroman]

+1

[ironcar621]

Thanks to all cept maybe madmax. The aeros of the car seem to deposit snow and dirt on the rear window in the extreme. I am thinking an adjustable rear spoiler/ wing that will sweep the rear window and deck area when needed and returned to a neutral position when not dirty or snowing. Just returned from 200 miles in snow and sleet---rear window covered and am concerned rear glass will get ground up with all the road dirt mixed with snow. The idea is to be able to adj from inside the car while driving. Unit will clamp on the hatch. Anyone think there would be a market for such....Don't expect max wants one tho.......ironcar621

[41magmag41]

Originally Posted by tk-421

Yeah... It's called moderating. It happens when ppl post things that the mod doesn't approve of. We also ban members too, in case you didn't know that either.

when stupid questions get asked expect some comments about it. I was't the only one to see this. Time to grow up and not be a whiner.

[DebbyM46227]

Yes, the rear window seems to get dirty faster than most. Just carry a bottle of Windex and a roll of paper towels with you, it won't take 5 seconds to clean it. I just don't see the reason to get so riled up over a dirty window.

[tk-421]

Originally Posted by 41magmag41

when stupid questions get asked expect some comments about it. I was't the only one to see this. Time to grow up and not be a whiner.

The point is this: If you consider a particular thread "stupid" then don't post in it. It is not conducive to a good conversation. In fact, it only makes you look like a troll. So just do everyone (including yourself) a favor and skip threads not worthy of your time from now on, mkay?

[41magmag41]

Originally Posted by tk-421

The point is this: If you consider a particular thread "stupid" then don't post in it. It is not conducive to a good conversation. In fact, it only makes you look like a troll. So just do everyone (including yourself) a favor and skip threads not worthy of your time from now on, mkay?

The only trolling I see here are some overly criticial moderators. If you are willing to post a frivilous question expect to get some rude comments.