[99ProbsButaFOZaint1]

Can anyone recommend a quality ice scraper?

It seems as if I go through these things each winter and would like to find one that lasts a bit. Preferably something retractable to also push snow off the roof.

 

[pizza_pablo]

A military ID card works great and if you foul it up, they give you a new one, for free!

 

[adc]

These are the blest..made by Blitz. (Blitz 7" ice scraper)

 

[CinderBlock]

Old credit cards for ice. And I picked up a cheap 1 piece plastic brush/scraper combo for less than $4 at Walmart. Bomb proof.

 

[mendonsy]

In New England you probably need something a bit more industrial strength. I use one similar to this:
Buy Subzero Snow Broom 2610XM at Advance Auto Parts

 

[2010XT]

These things are awesome !!! Got mine @ autogeek.net

 

[ryan_calif]

When I lived in Lake Tahoe, this was the scraper/brush of choice:

Hopkins 19520 Super Deluxe 22" Snowbrush - Colors may vary : Amazon.com : Automotive

You can find them at a lot of hardware stores - super simple, cheap, and sturdy.

 

[pleiad7]

I haven't tried these tips so I don't know but they really work, but FWIW:

Make your own ice-prevention spray: Mix three parts white vinegar and one part water in a spray bottle and spray the solution on your car windows before you go in at night to prevent ice buildup.

Get rid of existing ice: Mix one part water to two parts 70 percent isopropyl alcohol in a spray bottle for a homemade de-icing spray. Spray your iced-over windows with the solution and the ice will peel right off.

 

[leapyr88]

I would suggest a cover... this is just a cheap $6 from Walmart but it's better than scrapping in the cold. I have seen some nicer ones out there, single digits here, nice to just pull that thing off and go!

 

[Majorlk]

I would suggest a cover... this is just a cheap $6 from Walmart but it's better than scrapping in the cold. I have seen some nicer ones out there, single digits here, nice to just pull that thing off and go!

Be sure your windshield is ABSOLUTELY dry, as well as the inside of the cover. Otherwise you'll have it stuck to the windshield just like unprotected wiper blades. And seal the top edge when it joins the windshield so nothing flows down under it. I learned that the hard way. :Banane29:

 

[CPB]

I've been using the same cover for almost 20 years. Picked it up for less than $10 at an auto parts store. If it ever breaks I'm getting another one. Why scrape the snow and ice off when you can prevent it from getting on the windshield in the first place?

Mine is secured inside the vehicle with a suction cup and by closing the door on it, not by looping it over the outside mirrors like the one above. The one above would work fine if it's snowing but not windy, but if it's windy all kinds of snow would get under it.

 

[ryan_calif]

Why scrape the snow and ice off when you can prevent it from getting on the windshield in the first place?

Scraping your windshield in the early morning and cursing out your scraper are part of the winter experience though! lol :biggrin:

 

[leapyr88]

Mine is meant to hook together on the inside but I just throw it on the mirrors because I do it on my break, I don't wanna mess around with it ha.

I haven't had any trouble with it sticking so far, I throw it on the passenger side floor after taking it off so it has a chance to dry off... One day when some dry snow fell it didn't do much good, weigh of it just pushed it down. This one I have isn't heavy duty though I bet there are some out there that would be a lot better for the situation.

 

[neall_v]

Those blankets don't do much for the rest of the glass.

The window cleaning ritual gives the car time to warm up a bit (especially the seats), lets the heated mirrors do their thing and gets the snow off the car (so I don't white-out people behind me). I use a folding scraper/brush contraption to do the deed.


[OCD] I also sometimes scrape the moonroof if it's sunny that morning.

 

[t_simmonds]

Amazon.com: Sno Brum Original Snow Removal Tool with Telescoping Handle: Patio, Lawn & Garden

These do not work for ice, but they are awesome for removing snow. The aluminum handle broke on mine, and i cut a new broom handle down. I can reach the complete roof of the car from one side.

They are worth every penny.

:woohoo: