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Title: Use screen wash or risk legionnaires
Post by: chrisgixer on 27 July 2013, 00:43:52
Just a heads up.  :)


http://www.theregister.co.uk/2010/06/14/pneumonia_screenwash/


Bit of an over dramatic title but it gets your attention.
Title: Re: Use screen wash or risk legionnaires
Post by: omega3000 on 27 July 2013, 08:18:22
They are selling strawberry or lemon smelling screen wash now  ::)
Title: Re: Use screen wash or risk legionnaires
Post by: biggriffin on 27 July 2013, 08:29:07
its been known about in the trade for a number of years as a possible.

if you was "wanting to be carefull with your money" you can use a cup of bleach,to kill the bactria that live in there,but its not a genuine part.
 whoops should have said to clean the washer bottle out,then refill
Title: Re: Use screen wash or risk legionnaires
Post by: Auto Addict on 27 July 2013, 08:34:46
its been known about in the trade for a number of years as a possible.

if you was "wanting to be carefull with your money" you can use a cup of bleach,to kill the bactria that live in there,but its not a genuine part.

...wreak havoc with your paintwork.... ::)
Title: Re: Use screen wash or risk legionnaires
Post by: omega3000 on 27 July 2013, 08:37:33
I'd like some custard smelling screen wash  ::)
Title: Re: Use screen wash or risk legionnaires
Post by: Broomies Mate on 27 July 2013, 09:30:15
Magic Tree smelling screen wash?  :P
Title: Re: Use screen wash or risk legionnaires
Post by: 05omegav6 on 27 July 2013, 13:43:13
You'll just have to make do with this then...

 http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/COCKPIT-SHINE-VANILLA-500ml-AEROSOL-SPRAY-CAN-BY-SILVERHOOK-FREE-POSTAGE-/271143211327?pt=UK_Car_Accessories_Car_Care_Cleaning&hash=item3f2165113f  (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/COCKPIT-SHINE-VANILLA-500ml-AEROSOL-SPRAY-CAN-BY-SILVERHOOK-FREE-POSTAGE-/271143211327?pt=UK_Car_Accessories_Car_Care_Cleaning&hash=item3f2165113f)
 ::)
Title: Re: Use screen wash or risk legionnaires
Post by: zirk on 27 July 2013, 14:28:34
Dish Washer Tablet work well, have to dissolve it first with warm water and a wee drop of white vinegar.  :y
Title: Re: Use screen wash or risk legionnaires
Post by: bigbadee on 27 July 2013, 16:16:29
always use a little drop of meths in mine don't know if it kills bugs and germs but don't freeze sure cleans the windows and if your thirsty?
Title: Re: Use screen wash or risk legionnaires
Post by: VXL V6 on 27 July 2013, 18:35:32
Don't think it lasts long enough in a car with HID's to ever have legionella bacteria.  ::)

Seem to be able to practically empty the washer bottle on a long journey in poor driving conditions.
Title: Re: Use screen wash or risk legionnaires
Post by: Mr.OmegaMan on 27 July 2013, 19:15:26
Don't think it lasts long enough in a car with HID's to ever have legionella bacteria.  ::)

Seem to be able to practically empty the washer bottle on a long journey in poor driving conditions.

Aye i've noticed it really uses it up much quicker when the lights are on  :o
Title: Re: Use screen wash or risk legionnaires
Post by: TheBoy on 28 July 2013, 10:19:29
Don't think it lasts long enough in a car with HID's to ever have legionella bacteria.  ::)

Seem to be able to practically empty the washer bottle on a long journey in poor driving conditions.
Mrs TB gets through screen wash faster than she gets through Pimms on a hot day.

I think TBE still has a full winter mix in, as she doesn't use it much ;D.  Of course, the saving grace is I can just put water in for now, and it will still be a strong mix.
Title: Re: Use screen wash or risk legionnaires
Post by: 05omegav6 on 28 July 2013, 12:59:01
Did it survive intact then :-\ That crash bar makes for a pretty effective heat shield if it did :y
Title: Re: Use screen wash or risk legionnaires
Post by: TheBoy on 28 July 2013, 19:49:47
Did it survive intact then :-\ That crash bar makes for a pretty effective heat shield if it did :y
Yup, I think Irmscher bumpers are perfect insulators...  ...even the foam padding behind is in tact.
Title: Re: Use screen wash or risk legionnaires
Post by: tunnie on 28 July 2013, 19:51:01
Did it survive intact then :-\ That crash bar makes for a pretty effective heat shield if it did :y
Yup, I think Irmscher bumpers are perfect insulators...  ...even the foam padding behind is in tact.

What's the word from Josh's bumper man?
Title: Re: Use screen wash or risk legionnaires
Post by: TheBoy on 28 July 2013, 19:56:40
Did it survive intact then :-\ That crash bar makes for a pretty effective heat shield if it did :y
Yup, I think Irmscher bumpers are perfect insulators...  ...even the foam padding behind is in tact.

What's the word from Josh's bumper man?
He has done an amazing job, considering what he had to work with.  Its definately not perfect, but bloody good none the less.

I'm trying to be careful over speed bumps and hump back bridges, unlike last time I had it resprayed  :-[
Title: Re: Use screen wash or risk legionnaires
Post by: tunnie on 28 July 2013, 19:58:21
Did it survive intact then :-\ That crash bar makes for a pretty effective heat shield if it did :y
Yup, I think Irmscher bumpers are perfect insulators...  ...even the foam padding behind is in tact.

What's the word from Josh's bumper man?
He has done an amazing job, considering what he had to work with.  Its definately not perfect, but bloody good none the less.

I'm trying to be careful over speed bumps and hump back bridges, unlike last time I had it resprayed  :-[

That was a fast turn around! So it's back on the road now? Any issues with screen being replaced? Can imagine that was difficult given it has no strength.
Title: Re: Use screen wash or risk legionnaires
Post by: TheBoy on 28 July 2013, 20:32:35
Did it survive intact then :-\ That crash bar makes for a pretty effective heat shield if it did :y
Yup, I think Irmscher bumpers are perfect insulators...  ...even the foam padding behind is in tact.

What's the word from Josh's bumper man?
He has done an amazing job, considering what he had to work with.  Its definately not perfect, but bloody good none the less.

I'm trying to be careful over speed bumps and hump back bridges, unlike last time I had it resprayed  :-[

That was a fast turn around! So it's back on the road now? Any issues with screen being replaced? Can imagine that was difficult given it has no strength.
Yeah, been used it for a week.

The screen, as expected, requires them to come out for the third time to do it right.