Wiper blades are quite possible one of the most easiest things to overlook on your vehicle, despite being a very crucial safety feature as it allows you to quite simply see the road ahead in unfavourable conditions. The importance with regards to the appearance, functionality and ultimately safety of your car should not be underestimated.
Yet so many do leave it to long to replace the wiper blades, how long is too long?
Of all the parts of a car which are subject to wear and tear, windscreen wipers are perhaps the most fragile. Manufactured from thin rubber, they are designed to operate smoothly on the windscreen without damaging the surface of the glass, yet despite their fragility they are often required on a daily basis, possibly for long periods of time, during wet weather. In winter they become frozen to the glass and in summer they are used to help to clean the windscreen, while being subjected to high temperatures. It is hardly surprising, therefore, that windscreen wipers do not last indefinitely and require regular replacement. There is no set time frame as harsh weather conditions can cause the wiper blade to wear sooner than others, ideally you do not want to put your wipers on to clear the ice from a windscreen as the ice acts as razor blades and cuts the rubber on the blade which then in turn ruins the blades and leaves you with streaks when trying to clear the glass of water. By lifting the arms of the wipers away from the windscreen, you can quickly assess the condition of the rubber. Ragged, jagged or distorted edges, where the blade makes contact with the glass, should prompt you to replace them immediately. Three Key Points To Remember:
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The last few weeks have been HOT!
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If your car windscreen is already damaged, the hot weather can make it worse. The heat from the dashboard will cause the inside layer of the laminated glass to get up to 20 degrees warmer than the outside layer. This can potentially exacerbate the problem, requiring a repair or even a replacement windscreen. As this can be the same for extreme cold.
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As temperatures soar, even the smallest chip or crack in your windscreen can become worse due to speed at which the laminated glass and surrounding metal frame expands. Switching on the air conditioning inside your car can elevate the stress level of your windscreen. This could result in a sudden crack due to the large difference in temperature between the cool inner glass and warm outside air.
A tiny stone chip on your windscreen can become a much bigger problem.
When the weather is hot the glass temperature rises, reducing the strength, durability and safety of the windscreen.
Windows without a chip can not crack just do to direct sunlight. When you have minor crack it can spread due to the high temperature. If you were running the A/C really cold and parked it in direct sunlight at high temps it can cause it to start cracking from a small chip or crack.
A tiny stone chip on your windscreen can become a much bigger problem.
When the weather is hot the glass temperature rises, reducing the strength, durability and safety of the windscreen.
Windows without a chip can not crack just do to direct sunlight. When you have minor crack it can spread due to the high temperature. If you were running the A/C really cold and parked it in direct sunlight at high temps it can cause it to start cracking from a small chip or crack.
- If possible try to park away from direct sunlight and use a windscreen shade until you can get your windscreen repaired.
- Keep your window cracked, as long as your car is in a safe location
- In the mean time, make sure you keep out of your car things like canned drink or anything that can explode. Nothing is worse than a long hot day and sticky drinks all over the inside of your car!
24/12/2016 0 Comments
Top Tips For Windscreen Safety
Car windscreens are tough to enable them to stand up to the everyday elements. It's vital to keep your windscreen in good condition as even though they are tough and can handle every day elements, they still require maintenance and care to prevent damage like scratches or cracks.
Top Tip Number One
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Joel Johnson, expert in windscreen chip repair.
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