[rapport25]

Hi all,

As per the title, what brand do you use?

I have been a big fan of Halfords -20 double concentrate for many years.

But my last 4/5 bottles have had issues.

In the winter months my jets had frozen, using a 1 part screen wash/ 1 part water.

And now in the summer with a ratio of 1 part screen wash to 2 parts water. Bugs & grime are difficult to shift.

It states you can go as low as 1 part screen wash to 5 parts water, but I doubt it.

SQ5 was in for its first service & washer light came on.

The topped up with Audi screen wash & wow!. OK car is covered with bugs & grime, but screenwash is doing a great job at keeping the screen clear after a 500 mile journey.

Looking at switching to Audi screenwash.

Any other suggestions?

Thanks Rappy

 

[Justanhonestman]

If the Audi wash is doing the job well - why change or look for another make.

 

[missile]

It is good smells nice, but expensive. My Audi dealer doesn't use Audi screen wash

 

[rapport25]

Mine do .

My current screen wash is a green colour, where Audi's is a blue.

It's a VAG brand called Quantum.

 

[SQ-Raphster]

Isn't Quantum blue? I generally use Prestone (green), but not sure what I bought last time. I used to like the VW official screen wash. Its quite strong and cuts through most everything with a strong lemon smell.

 

[Coolmac]

Autoglym Ultimate Screen Wash wins for me, good on performance not so on price.

presently on good deal at Halfrauds!

- coloured pink if anyone is interested.

 

[rapport25]

Isn't Quantum blue? I generally use Prestone (green), but not sure what I bought last time. I used to like the VW official screen wash. Its quite strong and cuts through most everything with a strong lemon smell.

Hi Raphster,

Correct.

Halfords Green

Audi Blue

Found a bargain on Ebay X4 Audi 5 litre bottles of screen wash for £40.

Rappy

 

[missile]

Prestone is available at Costco in 5L container -------- much cheapness

 

[MrH]

Autoglym stuff for me. I wait until Halfords have a deal on then buy in bulk (well about 5-10 bottles at a time)!

 

[Ransman]

http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/accessories-tyres/65265/best-car-screen-wash-to-buy

 

[JamesSQ]

Autoglym for me too. As said wait until Halfords have 3 for 2. Also check Halfords online as it’s often cheaper and they will price match there website

 

[Nemo]

So my £2 for 5L Carplan ready mixed screenwash doesn't make the list ????

Ahh well needs must at the time and I'm going to be honest - it's been fine ☺

 

[nevprQ5]

I use Sonax, works a treat, way better than the Halfords ones or Prestone in my opinion:

Sonax 372141 Clear View 1:100 Concentrate, 250 ml - Green https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00103W8L0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_.HhxBbEFAC9E4

 

[SteveMcB]

I haven't consciously compared or noticed the difference between brands but if you're looking for a bargain I'm on my second 25L 'barrel' of Triple QX concentrate.
Downside is it's a bit cumbersome to decant and has to live by the wheelie bins but, even with 3 cars, it lasts about 3 years. Cost about £15 from Euro car parts. Obviously won't be the best available but seems to work.

 

[romach]

I spoke to my brother in law who used to work for Audi and he sent me this link as this is where her gets Quantum and VW screenwash for me

https://tps.trade/screenwash-de-icer

 

[romach]

https://tps.trade/wp/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/Parts-News-Q3-2018.pdf